State of the Art on Postsecondary Education for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities
Thursday & Friday, December 1-2, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Hyatt Fairfax, 12777 Fair Lakes Cir, Fairfax , VA
“I'm Determined”
Thur. Dec. 1, 6:30-7:30 pm
FCPS Parent Resource Center, 2334 Gallows Rd. Entrance. 1, Dunn Loring, VA
Learn about the importance of self-determination, the I'm Determined Project, how FCPS implements project resources, and the free annual Youth and Parent Summit.
Medicaid Waiver Redesign
Thur. Dec. 1, 6:30-7:30 pm
FCPS Parent Resource Center, 2334 Gallows Rd., Entrance. 2, Dunn Loring, VA
Representatives from the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board will give an overview on eligibility and postsecondary services.
Mind in the Making - Communicating
Fri. Dec. 2, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
FCPS Parent Resource Center., 2334 Gallows Rd. Entrance. 1, Dunn Loring, VA
Learn the research behind why communicating is one of the Seven Essential Life Skills Every Child Needs. Learn strategies and activities for improving this skill for you children.
Cruising Through Conflict: How Harnessing Brain Chemistry Tames Tough Conversations
Monday, December 5, 6:30-8:00 pm
Formed Families Forward, 4031 Univ. Ave., Fairfax, VA (Enter on South St.)
Learn and practice strategies for making your tough conversations more productive and less confrontational.
Virginia's Medicaid Disability Waivers Redesign
Monday, December 5, 7pm-9pm
McLean Bible Church, 8925 Leesburg Pike Vienna, VA 22128
Presented by Lucy Beadnell of The Arc of Northern Virginia
Come hear a review of the newly redesigned Developmental Disability Waivers, including services offered, eligibility, application, waiting lists, first steps once a Waiver is obtained, and other support opportunities for people with disabilities.
The lecture is free and open to everyone.
The lectures are for adults only; please make other childcare arrangements if necessary.
To RSVP (appreciated, but not required): Emily.Johnson@
Clues to Dyslexia: An Overview for Parents
Wed. Dec. 7, 10:30 am - noon
FCPS Parent Resource Center, 2334 Gallows Rd. Ent. 1 Dunn Loring, VA
Learn the clues to diagnosing dyslexia, tips to work with your school to help your child, and supports available for students with dyslexia.
Why Do They Do What They Do? The Science of How Kids Make Decisions and How to Help Them Choose Wisely
Wednesday, Dec. 7, 7:30 - 9:00 pm
The Lab School of Washington, 4759 Reservoir Rd. NW, Washington, DC
This talk reviews some core concepts in the science of decision making and discusses practical applications of these ideas to everyday life with children and adolescents.
Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income Benefits
Thu, Dec. 8, 10:30 am – noon
Service Source, 10467 White Granite Dr, Oakton, VA
How to Raise a Grateful Child
Friday, December 9, 9:00 am
Oakwood School, 7210 Braddock Rd., Annandale, VA
As we enter the season of giving…and gifts…come hear Cathi’s discussion of how you can help increase your child’s level of appreciation for family, learning and life in general, as well as their level of recognition for good fortune.
Presented by Cathi Cohen, LCSW, Director of In Step, PC
Raising Your Kids by Keeping Your Cool
Fri. Dec 9, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
FCPS Parent Resource Center, 2334 Gallows Rd. Ent. 1 Dunn Loring, VA
Does your child "test" you? Join us to learn strategies to create space and become the cool, calm and connected parent your child really needs. Keeping your cool means creating space.
The Many Pieces of PIE
Alexandria Parent Infant Education Program Open House
Monday, December 12, 9am-4pm
4480 King St., 5th flr., Alexandria, VA
Everything you should know about early intervention for infants up to 3 year olds.
Special Presentations:
Playgroups 10am-11am AND 3pm-4pm
Infant Massage Demonstrations 11am-12pm AND 2pm -3pm
RECURRING AND ONGOING EVENTS
Autism Acceptance Night @ Flight
Tuesdays 5:00pm-7:00pm
Flight Trampoline Park, 7200 Fullerton Road, Springfield, VA 22150
JCCNV Special Needs Parent Support Group
1st Wed. of each month, 7:00–8:30 pm
Youth and Young Adults: Stronger Together
Alternate Tuesdays, October 4 through May 2017, 6:30-8:00 pm in Fairfax., VA
Sponsored by Formed Families Forward, this peer-to-peer support group for youth ages 14 - 22 meets twice a month through May. Parents, caregivers and guardians meet at the same time. Register: formedfamiliesforwa
ACPS Monthly Support Group for Parents of Students with Moderate to Severe Disabilities
Wednesdays: Dec. 14, Jan. 11, Feb. 8, Mar. 8, Apr. 6, May 10 and June 14,
from 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Parent Resource Center, Minnie Howard Campus of T. C. Williams High School, Room 134
3801 W. Braddock Road, Alexandria, VA
Please join us for support, strategies and conversation.
For more information, contact Janet Reese, ACPS Parent Support Specialist, janet.reese@acps.k12.va.us, or Courtney Davis, Ph.D., ACPS Parent Resource Center Coordinator, courtney.davis@
Monthly Support Group for Parents of Young Children Receiving Special Education Services (Preschool-First Grade) in ACPS
Tuesdays Dec. 6, Jan.10, Feb. 7, Mar. 7, Apr. 4, May 2 and June 6, from 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Parent Resource Center, Minnie Howard Campus of T. C. Williams High School, Room 134
3801 W. Braddock Road, Alexandria, VA
Please join us for support, strategies and conversation.
For more information, contact Janet Reese, ACPS Parent Support Specialist, janet.reese@acps.
West Fairfax CHADD Parent Support Group
1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, 7:30 pm
Room 201 at Fairfax Church of Christ, 3901 Rugby Road, Fairfax, VA 22033
Support Group for Middle School Students with ADHD
First Sunday of each month, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
4031 Univ. Dr Fairfax, VA (enter on South St.)
No parents!
Support Group for High School Students with ADHD
First Sunday of each month, 3:30 - 5:00 pm
4031 Univ. Dr., Fairfax, VA (enter on South St.) No parents!
NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness
Works to build better lives for those affected by mental illness.
Oakton Family Support Group
First Thurs. of each month, 7:30-9:00 pm
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fairfax, Room 9, 2709 Hunter Mill Rd., Fairfax, VA
Alexandria Family Support Group
Second Wednesday of the month, 7:30-9:00 pm,
First Christian Church of Alexandria, 2723 King St., Alexandria, VA
Springfield Family Support Group
4th Thur. of each month 7:00-8:30 pm
For other Family Support Groups visit http://www.nami-
OCD Family Support Group
First Monday of the Month, 7:30pm – 9:30pm
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 4000 Lorcom, Lane, Arlington, VA
For family and friends of those with obsessive compulsive disorder.
POAC: Parents of Autistic Children of Northern Virginia
Bimonthly Support Group
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