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Navigating Employment Opportunities for People with Disabilities

The Arc of Northern Virginia 3060 Williams Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax, VA, United States

Navigating Employment Opportunities for People with Disabilities,  10:00am – 12:00pm The world of work is one which we all must navigate, including people with disabilities. Hear from an experienced advocate who will explain how to simplify the transition process by describing steps to access and receive the individualized services one needs to succeed. Believe in […]

Special Needs Trusts and ABLE Accounts

The Arc of Northern Virginia 3060 Williams Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax, VA, United States

Our February First Fridays Futures Planning Session:  Special Needs Trusts and ABLE Accounts,  10:00am – 12:00pm REGISTER HERE It is important to ensure that your child is financially secure when you can no longer provide help. In this presentation, learn about the roles of Special Needs Trusts and ABLE Accounts in safeguarding government benefits and ensuring […]

Finances within a Special Needs Trust: Disbursements, Budgets, and Actuaries

The Arc of Northern Virginia 3060 Williams Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax, VA, United States

Our March First Fridays Futures Planning Session:   Finances within a Special Needs Trust: Disbursements, Budgets, and Actuaries,  10:00am – 12:00pm REGISTER HERE Special Needs Trusts are an important tool to help people with disabilities save money without jeopardizing public benefits and develop financial literacy. In this presentation, learn more about the Trust’s disbursement process […]

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Alternatives to Guardianship and Supported Decision-Making

The Arc of Northern Virginia 3060 Williams Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax, VA, United States

Our April First Fridays Futures Planning Session: Alternatives to Guardianship and Supported Decision-Making,  10:00am – 12:00pm REGISTER HERE Alternatives to guardianship can help preserve an individual with disabilities’ dignity and promote their self-determination. In this presentation, learn about what alternatives to guardianship exist including, supported decision making, advance health care directives and powers of attorney […]

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People with Disabilities Encounters with the Criminal Justice System

The Arc of Northern Virginia 3060 Williams Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax, VA, United States

Our May First Fridays Futures Session: People with Disabilities Encounters with the Criminal Justice System,  10:00am – 12:00pm REGISTER HERE At this panel presentation, learn more about strategies available in our community here in Northern Virginia to train law enforcement with how to interact with people with disabilities and what you can do to prevent […]

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Special Needs Trusts and ABLE Accounts, First Fridays Futures Planning

The Arc of Northern Virginia 3060 Williams Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax, VA, United States

Special Needs Trusts and ABLE Accounts It is important to ensure that your child is financially secure when you can no longer provide help. In this presentation, learn about the roles of Special Needs Trusts and ABLE Accounts in safeguarding government benefits and ensuring your child’s personal needs and aspirations are met now and in […]

Beneficiary Advocacy Services – First Friday Futures Planning

The Arc of Northern Virginia 3060 Williams Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax, VA, United States

Beneficiary Advocacy Services Need an advocate to help navigate the service system? In this presentation, learn about the role of the Beneficiary Advocate within the Special Needs Trust Program in helping Trust beneficiaries secure housing, employment, and other services. Presenters: Megan Rusciano, Beneficiary Advocate, The Arc of Northern Virginia Register HERE   Can't make it […]

Resources for Individuals with Dual Diagnoses: Navigating Mental Health and Brain Injury Service Systems – First Fridays Futures Planning

The Arc of Northern Virginia 3060 Williams Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax, VA, United States

Resources for Individuals with Dual Diagnoses: Navigating Mental Health and Brain Injury Service Systems For individuals with dual diagnoses, accessing support services can be difficult. In this panel presentation, learn from mental health and brain injury professionals about how an individual with dual diagnoses can receive the services they need to thrive in the community. […]