September 2018
Meet our Trustee – Key Private Bank (9/26)
Families and individuals have the opportunity to meet our Trustee, Key Private Bank. Come and learn more about The Arc of NOVA Trust Team’s partnership with Key Private Bank. It doesn’t matter whether you are a current trust client or if you are interested our trust program. All are welcome. RSVP is required by September 21, 2018. Space is limited. Food and drinks will be provided. Meet The Trustee presentation will be held on Wed. Sept 26 evening and Thurs.…
Find out more »Meet Our Trustee – Key Private Bank (9/27)
Families and individuals have the opportunity to meet our Trustee, Key Private Bank. Come and learn more about The Arc of NOVA Trust Team’s partnership with Key Private Bank. It doesn’t matter whether you are a current trust client or if you are interested our trust program. All are welcome. RSVP is required by September 21, 2018. Space is limited. Food and drinks will be provided. Meet The Trustee presentation will be held on Wed. Sept 26 evening and Thurs.…
Find out more »January 2019
CANCELLED – VA DARS, Ticket to Work partnership Plus, 1619B, and Medicaid Works
Please note this presentation is cancelled. VA DARS, Ticket to Work Partnership Plus, 1619B, and Medicaid Works Presenter: David Leon, Ticket to Work Manager, VA DARS The Ticket to Work and Self-Sufficiency program (TTW) was designed to both increase investment in return-to-work services, and improves the efficiency of that investment in meeting the needs of beneficiaries. The program offers beneficiaries more choice in obtaining services and gives employment-support service providers new financial incentives to serve beneficiaries effectively. (Ticket to Work at…
Find out more »Trust Talk Tuesday – January 8
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here.
Find out more »Trust Talk Tuesday – January 22
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here.
Find out more »February 2019
Transition to Employment Panel
Transition to Employment Panel Presenters: Tyler Schreffler, Unit Supervisor, DARS Salsi Mane, Director of Career Services, Work Opportunities Unlimited Ashley Welsh, Program Manager, Transition & Training Services, MVLE representative Missy King, Regional Director, Career Support Systems This workshop/webinar will help families understand eligibility requirements and services offered by DARS (Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services) both during high school and in the years after graduation. Presenters from the employment service organizations will provide information on the services offered including…
Find out more »Trust Talk Tuesday – February 12
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here.
Find out more »Trust Talk Tuesday – February 19
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here.
Find out more »March 2019
Details that Make a Difference in Special Education CANCELLED
Details that Make a Difference in Special Education Presenter: Cheri Belkowitz, Attorney at Law, Belkowitz PLLC This presentation is a unique opportunity to learn the details that make a difference when navigating the special education process in the public schools! Learn how to best advocate for your child and avoid common pitfalls. This presentation will help parents understand the process, from testing and eligibility through goal-writing, annual review, accommodations, services and more! *Please note this session is cancelled.
Find out more »Trust Talk Tuesday – March 5, 2019
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here.
Find out more »Trust Talk Tuesday – March 19
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here.
Find out more »Can’t Get to DMV? DMV is Coming to You!
The Arc of Northern Virginia 2755 Hartland Road Ste 200, Falls Church, VA 22043 Wednesday, March 20, 2019 Walk-ins between 10AM - 2PM (no appointments needed) For Questions, please call 703-208-1119 Ext 101 DMV offers services for: Driver's licenses ID cards (adult, child, veteran) Disabled (handicap) parking placecards Vehicle titles Vehicle registrations E-ZPass transponders Compliance summaries Transcripts REAL IDs Please bring the following for an ID or Driver's License: Proof of Legal Presence: U.S. Birth Certificate or unexpired U.S. Passport/ Green Card/…
Find out more »April 2019
Trust Talk Tuesday – April 2
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here.
Find out more »Trust Talk Tuesday – April 16
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here.
Find out more »Trust Talk Tuesday – April 30
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here.
Find out more »May 2019
What Questions Should I Be Asking about Employment?
What Questions Should I Be Asking about Employment: What is Possible under Vocational Rehabilitation (DARS) Programs for People with Disabilities? Presenter: Amy Scherer, Staff Attorney, NDRN The world of work is one which we all must navigate, including people with disabilities. In this presentation, learn tips about how to access and receive the individualized and meaningful services from vocational rehabilitation programs that one needs to succeed. DARS (Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services) offers vocational rehabilitation to assist people…
Find out more »Trust Talk Tuesday – May 14
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here.
Find out more »Trust Talk Tuesday – May 28
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here.
Find out more »June 2019
How to Decide Who Decides When I Can’t Decide (Decision Making Options)
How to Decide Who Decides When I Can’t Decide (Decision Making Options) Presenter: Dana Traynham, Senior Staff Attorney, disAbility Law Center of Virginia Alternatives to guardianship can help preserve an individual with disability’s dignity and promote his/her self-determination. In this presentation, learn about what alternatives to guardianship exist, including supported decision making, advance health care directives, powers of attorney, and guardianship. Register for the Workshop Can’t make the workshop? Try a webinar! Register for the Webinar …
Find out more »Trust Talk Tuesday – June 11
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here.
Find out more »Trust Talk Tuesday – June 25
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here.
Find out more »October 2019
Trust Talk Tuesday – October 29
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here.
Find out more »December 2019
FFFP: Social Security – Application and Appeal Process for SSI & SSDI
Comprehending the intricate web of public benefits available to people with disabilities is difficult. In this presentation, learn how and when to apply for adult disability (SSI and/or SSDI), what to do if you have to appeal a decision to deny benefits, and how to leverage your benefits once you start receiving them. Register for the Workshop Can’t make the workshop? Try a webinar! Register for the Webinar Good news! All of our FFFP presentations are recorded. So…
Find out more »Trust Talk Tuesday – December 10
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here.
Find out more »January 2020
FFFP: Financial Planning Panel (Second Friday)
Financial planning can be daunting even in the easiest of circumstances. For special needs families, a unique set of financial challenges and risks are present when planning for the future. Financial advisor, speaker, and special needs mom, Cortney Heykoop, outlines general financial planning principles and goes into detail on the unique needs of families with special needs children and young adults. Creating a financial plan for your future, for your family’s future reduces stress and adds clarity to your life. …
Find out more »Trust Talk Tuesday – January 14, 2020
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here.
Find out more »Trust Talk Tuesday – January 28, 2020
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here.
Find out more »February 2020
FFFP: 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 while ensuring your child’s personal needs and aspirations are met now and in the future. Presenter: Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia Register for the Workshop Can’t make the workshop? Try a webinar! Register for the Webinar Good…
Find out more »Trust Talk Tuesday – February 11, 2020
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here.
Find out more »Trust Talk Tuesday – February 25, 2020
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here.
Find out more »March 2020
FFFP: Achieving Independence Through Technology – CANCELLED
We are sorry to inform you that the Achieving Independence Through Technology presentation has been cancelled for Friday, March 6 at 10am. Please check out The Arc of Northern Virginia's main website for information about assistive technology, TravelMate, and EmployMate: https://thearcofnova.org/programs-services/independent-living/ We also recorded a previous presentation about assistive technology, which you can watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hrYoHUI9qE&list=PLg3_4BW3RiS5chm7219il1YaIuEkxj78F&index=19&t=0s We apologize for any inconvenience and hope you stay in touch with us for announcements about future presentations. Sign up for The Arc of Northern Virginia's weekly newsletter: https://thearcofnova.org/about-us/newsroom/newsletters/#newsletter-sign-up…
Find out more »DMV Day Cancelled
Due to the uncertain threat of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), The Arc of Northern Virginia has made the difficult but necessary decision to postpone the DMV Connect event, scheduled for Friday March 13th, at The Arc of Northern Virginia. While this is a disappointing decision, the health and safety of our guests, our staff, and partners is our top priority. Thank you for understanding the difficulty of this choice. We do not yet have a new date for this event. It is our intention to reschedule…
Find out more »Trust Talk Tuesday – March 17, 2020 (conference call)
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here.
Find out more »Turn ‘Em In On Thursday – CANCELLED
Due to the uncertain threat of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), the Trust Team has made the difficult but necessary decision to postpone the Turn 'Em In On Thursday event, scheduled for March 19th, at The Arc of Northern Virginia. Thank you for your understanding. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact Allie Shelby at 703-208-1119, ext. 101. Come join us for a fun afternoon to tape and organize the receipts for your special needs trust. Our trust staff…
Find out more »April 2020
Trust Talk Tuesday – April 28, 2020 (conference call)
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. You must register in advance to call in to the conference call. Please register here.
Find out more »May 2020
FFFP: Pre-ETS, Customized, Supported, Creative Employment (WEBINAR)
In this session, our guest speakers will provide an overview of services provided by the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). You can learn about Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) and Vocational Rehabilitation, including the range and types of services, how to apply, and how these services can help support you or a loved one towards a goal of competitive integrated employment. Guest Presenters: Tyler Schreffler, Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) Elizabeth Foster, Program Director, Workforce Development…
Find out more »Trust Talk Tuesday – May 12, 2020 (conference call)
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here. Note this is a conference call rather than in-person meeting.
Find out more »Trust Talk Tuesday – May 26, 2020 (conference call)
These group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia, 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 that you should consider. Please register here. Note this is a conference call rather than in-person meeting.
Find out more »July 2020
FFFP: Who will Advocate when You’re Gone? (WEBINAR)
How often do we worry about the future of our (adult) children with disabilities? As parents and primary caregivers, we possess a wealth of knowledge that no one else shares. We need to pass on that knowledge before we die, preferably long before we die. It takes energy and perseverance to relay that information. We advocate daily, teach daily, get frustrated daily – for our children, to our children, about the systems. We have and continue to work diligently to…
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