INFORMATION
DDVA 5K for Educator Scholarships
On October 15th DDVA will host its 3rd Annual DDVA 5K Run for Dyslexia and 1 Mile Fun Run. This year’s proceeds will directly provide funding for educator scholarships to further their knowledge base around multisensory structured language instruction (MSLI). The number of scholarships we hope to award will be based on runner participation and sponsorship commitment, so get your registrations in, consider forming teams, seek sponsorships, and tell your friends!
Complete the DDVA Educator Scholarship Application
Scholarships will range from $100 – $1500 depending on the request.
Application deadline is September 30th, 2017.
Kinship Caregiver Survey
If you are raising a child for a family member or friend, Fairfax Family Services would like you to give input for their new program.
Fairfax County Family Parenting Classes
Mondays Sept. 18 - Dec.18, 5:30 - 8:00 pm
Locations in Fairfax, Alexandria, and Reston
These caring, comprehensive classes for parents and their chidden help them learn ways to work together as a family. Dinner and child care included.
Community Events
September
Autism Research Symposium
Friday, September 15, 7:30am – 1:30pm
Falls Church Marriott Fairview Park, 3111 Fairview Park Drive, Falls Church, VA 22042
Please join the Virginia Tech Center for Autism Research for this groundbreaking symposium on Autism Research.
OPEN TO ALL AT NO COST
The Symposium will feature autism research from biomedical and imaging, technology, education, and clinical transitional Fields. Featuring guest speaker Alison Singer with The Autism Science Foundation.
A certificate of attendance will be provided.
Breakfast and lunch included.
Who should attend - service providers, educators, psychologists, researchers, program officers, individuals, families, and others in the community interested in learning about autism research.
Screening of Moment to Moment: Teens Growing Up with FASDs.
Friday, September 15, 6:00 PM – 8:30
Formed Families Forward, 4031 University Drive Fairfax, VA 22030, Suite 100, Fairfax, VA 22030
Creating the Future Conference: Building a Whole Life for Adults in the Down Syndrome Community
Saturday, Sept. 16, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Paul VI Catholic High School, 10675 Fairfax Blvd. Fairfax, VA
This conference for parents of individuals with Down syndrome age 16 and above will present best practices concerning health and behavioral concerns for adults with Down syndrome.
Register by Sept.14: https://events.r20.
FCPS Parent Resource Center EFMP Military Summit
Saturday, Sept. 16, 9 am – 1 pm
Mount Vernon HS, 8515 Old Mt Vernon Road, Alexandria, VA
POAC-NoVa (Parents of Autistic Children) Information and Support Group Back to School Meeting
Sat, Sept. 16, 1:30 - 4 pm
Location TBD in Fairfax County
This yearly back-to-school meeting of Parents of Autistic Children will cover the "Buddy" program, extended school year services, and Q & A for FCPS Behavior Intervention Services.
POAC-NoVA Special Needs Open Pool
Saturday, September 16, 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Please join the 9th POAC-NOVA Special Needs Open Pool Time
Leisure pool and two shallow competitive pool are open for this event. Water slide will be available for those over a height of 48 inches. Lifeguards will be available. Special needs siblings are welcome!
Children's Challenging Behaviors
Thur. Sept. 21 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Central Louden location
This workshop covers when and how parents should seek help for their children's challenging behavior along with community and educational resources. Childcare stipend possible.
Email your phone number to Tanya to learn more and register: info@nami-nova.org
Helping Your Child Succeed in Virginia High Schools: Understanding Alternative Assessments for SOLs
Sept. 21, 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Formed Families Forward 4031 University Drive, Fairfax, VA
Learn about alternatives to the Virginia SOL assessments for students whose disabilities prevent them from demonstrating their knowledge to achieve the verified credits they need.
Register: http://formedfamiliesforward.
Autism Services and Resources in LCPS and the Community
Thursday, September 21, 9-11 AM
LCPS Administrative Bldg. 21000 Education Court, Ashburn, VA 20148
Register by calling Parent Resource Services at 571-252-6540
Don’t miss this opportunity for parents to learn more about the continuum of services in LCPS, current and ongoing initiatives, and community and online resources.
The Arc of Northern Virginia's Transition Series 2017
Saturday, September 23 AND Saturday, October 21 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Marymount University, Rowley Hall, 2807 N Glebe Rd., Arlington, VA
See our website for more information.
Planning for parents of youth with intellectual disabilities who will transition from school services to adult services. Parents must attend both days; both are optional for youth.
The Lab School Lecture Series: Why Arts Integration Matters: Academic Benefits for All Students
Wednesday, September 27, 7:30-9pm
The Commons on the Reservoir Campus: 4759 Reservoir Road NW Washington, D.C. 20007
Mariale Hardiman, Ed.D.
Professor and Vice Dean of Academic Affairs;
Director of Neuro-Education Initiative. Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD
Professor and Vice Dean of Academic Affairs;
Director of Neuro-Education Initiative. Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD
Recovery Resource Open House
Wednesday, Sept. 27, 4 - 7 pm
Merrifield Center, 8221 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr., Fairfax, VA
This event will provide information on solutions to substance abuse disorders including a wide variety of treatment providers and six half-hour presentations on addiction and recovery.
Dine Out for People with Disabilities
Thursday, September 28, 7am-3pm
The Original Pancake House, 7395 Lee Highway, Falls Church, VA
No flyers needed. Just come as you are and 15% of the days dining receipts are donated to The Arc of Northern Virginia.
Respite & Day Programs Workshop
Thursday, Sept. 28, 7-9 pm
Jewish Community. Ctr 8900 Little River Tnpk. Fairfax, VA
This event will showcase respite and day programs, the Virginia Lifespan Respite Voucher Program, and the Individual and Family Support Program.
RSVP to Carey 703 865-6502 or calford@
Homework Made Simple
Friday, Sept. 29, 10:00 - 11:30 am
Dunn Loring Center, Door 1, 2334 Gallows Rd. Dunn Loring, VA
Learn tips, tools and practical strategies to make this a year of stress-less homework for you and your child.
October
Love and Logic with Meaghan Lane
Thu, October 5, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Office of Formed Families Forward, 4031 University Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax, Virginia 22030
Do you want to raise respectful, responsible kids who are fun to be around? Do you want to have fun doing it? Do you want to bring home some concrete skills that you can begin using with kids of any age today? Join us for this introductory session to learn more about Parenting with Love and Logic!
Strategies for Developing Healthy Relationships
Thursday, October 12, 10am-noon
The Arc of Northern VA, 2755 Hartland Rd., Ste 200, Falls Church, VA 22046
Navigating the social world can be tricky for any individual.
This workshop will provide strategies to define and help teach your child how to have healthy relationships with people they interact with to include family, friends, acquaintances, helpers, and strangers.
This workshop will provide strategies to define and help teach your child how to have healthy relationships with people they interact with to include family, friends, acquaintances, helpers, and strangers.
Presented by:
Robin Moyher, Ph D, BCBA, Assistant Director at Mason LIFE Program
Laura Freeman, CHES, Masters in Public Health candidate, Residential Liaison at Mason LIFE Program
Register for the in-person workshop
Robin Moyher, Ph D, BCBA, Assistant Director at Mason LIFE Program
Laura Freeman, CHES, Masters in Public Health candidate, Residential Liaison at Mason LIFE Program
Register for the in-person workshop
Can’t make our workshop – Register for the Webinar
Collaborative IEP Meetings: Parents as Partners
Friday, October 13, 10am-noon
Dunn Loring Center, Door 1, 2334 Gallows Rd. Dunn Loring, VA
Collaborative IEP Meetings: Parents as PartnersParents are essential partners in the IEP process. Join us for this important workshop to learn strategies to support your role in your child's IEP meetings. Highlights will include the IEP process and it's components; your role in the IEP meeting; responsibilities of the IEP team members and planning for your child's IEP meeting. Register now!
Navigating the Path to Student Wellness
Saturday, October 14th, 8:00 AM-12:30 PM
Riverside High School, Loudoun County Public Schools
Mental Health & Wellness Symposium
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Ann Masten, Author of Ordinary Magic
FREE to parents, educators and community members.
3rd Annual 5K Run for Dyslexia and 1 mile Fun Run
October 15, Start time: 8:00am
Burke Lake Park, Shelter B, Fairfax Station, VA
Decoding Dyslexia Virginia is proud to sponsor this event in celebration of October being Dyslexia Awareness Month.
Join us…register today!
Be a sponsor of the race
Donate
Volunteer on Race Day
Moving on to Life in the Community
Tuesday, October 17, 6:30-8:45pm
Lake Braddock Secondary School, 9200 Burke Lake Rd., Entrance 14 or 15, Burke, VA
Don't miss this free Resource Fair for students with disabilities and their parents! Learn about vocational, residential, leisure, recreational, independent living and advocacy options. This Resource Fair is for all individuals requiring ongoing employment and community support services after graduation. Register now!
The Lab School Lecture Series: Stress Less, Laugh More: Strategies for Reducing Stress and Increasing Happiness for Families
Wednesday, October 18, 7:30-9pm
The Commons on the Reservoir Campus: 4759 Reservoir Road NW Washington, D.C. 20007
Heather Tedesco, Ph.D., Psychologist, McLean, VA
Pathways to Wellness Conference
Friday, October 20, 8:30am-2:30pm
Fairfax County Government Center, Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, VA
The Wellness and Recovery Committee of the Northern Virginia Mental Health Foundation sponsors “Pathways to Wellness,” this day-long conference.
This year’s theme is “#This Is Us: Resources. Resiliency. Recovery.” and the conference features keynote speaker Jennifer Marshall, co-founder of This is My Brave. The conference will celebrate mental wellness and recovery – spend the day learning how to find your “brave” through storytelling, song, dance, art, companionship and resource sharing.
Conference cost is $30; limited scholarships are available based on financial need.
Learn more about the conference or register now.
Conference cost is $30; limited scholarships are available based on financial need.
Learn more about the conference or register now.
The Social Impact of ADHD
Friday, October 20, 10am-noon
Dunn Loring Center, Door 1, 2334 Gallows Rd. Dunn Loring, VA
Children with ADHD often struggle in social situations and have difficulty with peer relationships. Many parents feel frustrated not knowing how to help their children make the friends they so strongly desire. Join Cathi Cohen, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Group Psychotherapist, author and expert in the field of social skills training for children to learn strategies to help support your child. Register now!
The Arc of Northern Virginia’s Arctoberfest Halloween Extravaganza!
Saturday, October 21, 7pm-10pm
The Columbus Club, 5115 Little Falls Road, Arlington, VA 22207
MOM's Club of Alexandria 16th Annual Preschool Fair!
Thursday, October 26, 8:30AM - 12:00PM
Location: Alexandria Country Day School, 2400 Russell Road, Alexandria, VA 22301 (PLEASE NOTE THE NEW LOCATION!)
3rd Annual Dyslexia Open House
Friday, October 27
Dunn Loring Center, Door 1, 2334 Gallows Rd. Dunn Loring, VA
ADHD and Screen Time: Turning Problems into Solutions
Saturday, October 28, 8:30am-12:45pm.
Commonwealth Academy, 1321 Leslie Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301
Presented by CHADD of Northern VA and the DC and the ADHD Resource Group of Northern VA
Arlington Public Schools Dyslexia conference
Saturday, October 28, 9am – 3pm
Kenmore Middle School, 200 S. Carlin Springs Rd., Arlington, VA
NOVEMBER
The Lab School Lecture Series: Spatial Cognition in Mathematics Learning: Mapping Number to the World Around Us
Wednesday, November 1, 7:30-9pm
The Commons on the Reservoir Campus: 4759 Reservoir Road NW Washington, D.C. 20007
Luke F. Rinne, Ph.D., Postdoctoral Researcher, Human Development and Quantitative Methodology
University of Maryland
University of Maryland
PEP’s Noted Author Series: Crazy Stressed: Saving Today’s Overwhelmed Tweens and Teens
Thursday, November 16, 7:30-9pm
Bradley Hills Presbyterian Church, 6601 Bradley Boulevard, Bethesda, MD
Presented by Dr. Michael Bradley
PEP’s Noted Author Series: The Opposite of Worry: Tackling Childhood Anxiety and Fears
Friday, November 17, 9:45-11:15am
Bradley Hills Presbyterian Church, 6601 Bradley Boulevard, Bethesda, MD
Presented by Dr. Lawrence Cohen
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 through May, 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
People First for Young Adults
2nd Tuesday, monthly, 6:30 - 8:00 pm
The Arc , 2755 Hartland Rd Suite 200, Falls Church
Youth with disabilities ages 14-26 practice public speaking skills, plan social outings, learn from guest speakers on topics of life skills and advocacy, and do projects to enhance social skills.
Information: Diane Monnig 703 208-1119 x 118
Monthly Parent Support Group for Parents of Struggling to Launch Young Adults
3rd Thursday of every month, 6:00 - 7:30pm
The Thrive Center offices, 6310 Stevens Forest Road, Suite #100, Columbia MD 20146
RSVP to Sara Love at 410.740.3240 or at: RSVP HERE
ALL PARENTS OF YOUNG ADULTS WELCOME!
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
Alexandria CHADD Parent Support Group
4th Mon. of each month at 6:30 pm
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
Fairfax Family Support Group
Second Thur. of each month 7:30-9:00 pm
Springfield Family Support Group
Fourth 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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