The Arc of Northern Virginia’s Transition Support group is now meeting every month, with alternating in-person and virtual events. Meetings provide a forum to share resources, ask questions, and be surrounded and supported by families who understand the thrills and challenges of navigating life with a disability. Originally conceived as a support group for […]
COLUMBUS CLUB 5115 Little Falls Road Arlington, VA 22207 3PM-5PM 6PM-9PM Arctoberfest is The Arc of Northern Virginia’s signature Halloween-themed fundraiser and celebration—bringing together individuals, families, and community champions for a day of inclusive fun and meaningful impact! This all-ages event is designed to be welcoming, accessible, and sensory-friendly, with two time slots to enjoy […]
These small group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts and futures planning. We will walk you through the importance of planning for the future of your loved one with a disability, why trusts are important, and other critical services and programs and benefits that you should consider. Questions pertaining to general disability issues in […]
Parents can schedule a free 45-minute meeting with attorney Patricia Connally to receive advice and guidance on any number of special education topics for their student. Appointments are for special education issues only. If you have a question about other legal matters, please contact dmonnig@thearcofnova.org for additional resources.
Kitchen Safety: Learn how to stay confident and safe in the kitchen by understanding food spoilage, appliance safety, and more. Join the Tech for Independent Living Team as they teach a lesson from their Arc2Independence App library. The lessons cover a range of categories, including transportation and traveling, deployment, safety, and daily living. During the […]
Come learn Outdoor skills with the TFIL Team! Enjoy a day of fresh air, learning, and fun as we invite individuals with disabilities to explore nature together. We are excited to host a lesson on nature safety tips and rules, what to look out for, and how to navigate in the great outdoors. We look […]
Join the TFIL team for a travel trip experience designed for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities! Event Description: These trips simplify an overwhelming concept by turning it into an enjoyable group outing where everyone feels empowered. Destination: Rosslyn to Union Station COST: FREE! This event is open to all ages. While there is […]
These small group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts and futures planning. We will walk you through the importance of planning for the future of your loved one with a disability, why trusts are important, and other critical services and programs and benefits that you should consider. Questions pertaining to general disability issues in […]
The Tech for Independent Living Team invites people with disabilities (age 14+) to join our inclusive cooking club. In this club, you'll use our app, Arc2Independence, to guide you through step-by-step instructional cooking. What's On the Menu? Air-Fryer Turkey & Cheese Sliders No-Bake Pumpkin Pie Cups Details: Date: Tuesday, November 4th Time: 10:00 AM […]
Join us and advocate Gary Shulman (MS. Ed.) for one or all of our 2025 one-hour sessions where you can share issues and challenges you're facing as a parent, loved one, or caregiver to someone with a developmental disability. Gary and our team will provide resource ideas, stories, empathy, and connection with the other […]
