Transition POINTS

Transition POINTS

Across the entire lifespan

Families need realistic, actionable information with which they can make a wide range of decisions as their child grows up. The Arc of Northern Virginia’s Transition POINTS program (Providing Opportunities, Information, Networking and Transition Support) provides critical information on six key decision points in the lifetime of an individual with an intellectual disability.

 

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Transition POINTS: Providing Opportunities, Information, Networking and Transition Support

What are the Transition Points?

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If your child has recently been diagnosed with a disability, or if you have concerns about your child’s development, you may be wondering what to do next. If you are reading this, you are already taking the first step: starting early to get help for your baby or toddler.

Early Intervention

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If you are new to special education or have concerns about your child’s development or performance in school, we'll help you understand the special education process in Virginia, and act on any decision to seek help from the school system.

Special Education

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Once a child becomes a legal adult at age 18, parents and family must take the lead in defining the future of the adult with a disability. This means researching and advocating for services in areas such as work, recreation, housing, and long-term financial security.

Transition to Community Services

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Everyone needs a place to live. If you’re a person with a disability, or you are helping someone with a disability, you may have discovered that navigating government benefits, available financing, different housing options, and support services is incredibly difficult.

Housing Options

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Finding appropriate and fulfilling employment for individuals with disabilities can be daunting. The best defense against these obstacles is a good offense: preparation, preparation, preparation.

Meaningful Employment

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As the parent of an adult child with a disability, you have been responsible for making most of the financial, medical, and legal decisions for your family member for many decades. Now that you are getting older, you may want to do some future planning.

Aging Considerations

PRESENTING OUR SIX TRANSITION GUIDES

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Early Intervention

If your child has recently been diagnosed with a disability, or if you have concerns about your child’s development, you may be wondering what to do next. If you are reading this, you are already taking the first step: starting early to get help for your baby or toddler.

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Special Education

If your child is coming into the special education system from an early intervention program, you may be familiar with the process and some of the paperwork involved.  If you are new to special education or have concerns about your child’s development or performance in school, this guide will help you act on any decision to seek help from the school system.

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Transiton to Adult Services

Once a child becomes a legal adult at age 18, parents and family must take the lead in defining the future of the adult with a disability.  This means researching and advocating for services in areas such as work, recreation, and housing.

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Meaningful Employment & Day Programs

Finding appropriate and fulfilling employment for individuals with disabilities can be daunting.

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Housing Options

We a need a safe, clean,comfortable place to live If you’re a person with a disability, or you are helping someone with a disability, you may have already discovered that finding this place is difficult.

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Aging Considerations

As the parent of an adult child with a disability, you have been responsible for making most of the financial, medical, and legal decisions for your family member for many decades. Now that you are getting older, you may want to get ahead of the game and do some future planning.

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Testimonials

Expressions of gratitude from those who have been helped by our work
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“Every time I run out of options for solving a need for my adult intellectually-disabled son, The Arc of Northern Virginia has provided a pathway for help. Without this organization, our lives would be much more difficult.”

Esther Baldiva

Mother of Nick Baldiva

“The Arc of Northern Virginia is a friend and a defender, not only for my daughter but for all those challenged with Intellectual Disability. The staff does a tremendous job, and it is just amazing to witness all the progress which has been made under their leadership. For sure I am a big fan. ”

Ed O’Brien

Father of Shana

“I highly recommend The Arc of Northern Virginia for their exceptional advocacy for individuals with intellectual disabilities.”

The Carlucci Family

Parents of Phillip

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