Own Your Path - Woodgrove CAST Cohort
Private Event
Workshop series for youth with disabilities teaching self-advocacy skills that can help them navigate disability services
Healthy Relationships and Communications in the Workplace - Robinson High School
Private Event
Workshop series for youth with disabilities teaching soft skills in workplace readiness that lead to career retention
ECNV's Employment Peer Support Circle
We’re excited to share that our very first Peer Support Employment Circle on April 15 was a success! Did you miss it, don't worry. It continues and there's still time to register. These support circles are a great space for connection, shared experiences, and real conversation around navigating employment, challenges, and opportunities. Thank you to everyone who showed up and made the conversation meaningful.
We’re just getting started—join us for our upcoming sessions on Wednesday, April 29 and May 13 at 7:00 p.m.
RAMP Referral Deadline
Ready to Achieve Mentoring Summer Program (RAMP) referral deadline: April 30, 2026.
Travel Training Service Reminder
Travel Training is an individualized program for people with disabilities. A travel trainer will work with you to be able to travel on fixed route transportation. You will gain the freedom to travel the local bus and metro rail systems in a way that works for you. This program is for beginners who need an orientation to the system to go to work, school or regular activities. We also work with seasoned travelers who want to refine their skills.
ECNV attends CRI's Community Fest 2026
Join us for CRi's second annual Community Fest, an inclusive celebration that connects people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health needs with a broader community of families, direct support professionals, caregivers, and advocates.
The Aging Solo Collective: AI Tools You Can Use: Work in Tandem with Your Healthcare Team Using Ai for Empowerment and Practicality
AI Tools You Can Use: Work in Tandem with Your Healthcare Team Using Ai for Empowerment and Practicality
May 4 | 7:00 PM | Aging Solo DMV Collective (Zoom)
Join us on May 4 as Burt Rosen shares a powerful and practical conversation on how AI tools—like ChatGPT and others —are transforming the healthcare experience for patients.
Healthy Relationships and Communications in the Workplace - Robinson High School
Private Event
Workshop series for youth with disabilities teaching soft skills in workplace readiness that lead to career retention
ECNV Attends: Disability Resource Fair at Claude Moore Rec Center
Hosted by ARC of Loudoun
Own Your Path - Woodgrove CAST Cohort
Private Event
Workshop series for youth with disabilities teaching self-advocacy skills that can help them navigate disability services
SSI/SSDI Benefits Lunch n Learn Mini Series: Can I Work and Keep My Benefits?
May 8, 2026 - Noon - 1:00 p.m. EST — Can I Work and Keep My Benefits?
Trial Work Period explained
Understanding Income limits
Fear vs facts about losing benefits
Real-life scenarios
Own Your Path - Woodgrove CAST Cohort
Private Event
Workshop series for youth with disabilities teaching self-advocacy skills that can help them navigate disability services
Older Americans Month Outreach Event
Location: The Virginian by Cogir
9229 Arlington Blvd, Fairfax, VA 22031
Empowering older adults to take charge of their wellness and independence.
ECNV staff attend: Fairfax County Immigrant Support Network (ISN)
Monthly meeting, Private Event
ECNV's Employment Peer Support Circle
We’re excited to share that our very first Peer Support Employment Circle on April 15 was a success! Did you miss it, don't worry. It continues and there's still time to register. These support circles are a great space for connection, shared experiences, and real conversation around navigating employment, challenges, and opportunities. Thank you to everyone who showed up and made the conversation meaningful.
We’re just getting started—join us for our upcoming sessions on Wednesday, April 29 and May 13 at 7:00 p.m.
Own Your Path - Woodgrove CAST Cohort
Private Event
Workshop series for youth with disabilities teaching self-advocacy skills that can help them navigate disability services
Office Closed- Memorial Day
ECNV office will be closed Monday May 25, 2026
Re-open Tuesday May 26, 2026
Own Your Path - Woodgrove CAST Cohort
Private Event
Workshop series for youth with disabilities teaching self-advocacy skills that can help them navigate disability services
ECNV Endependents Social Group
ECNV’s Social Group returns May 29, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Location to be Determined. Stay Tuned!
Come join us to chat about anything you'd like including current events, what's happening with you, exciting plans and anything else you'd like to chat about in a fun and safe environment over a delicious meal.
Endependents Social Group Sign Up
Please request reasonable accommodation to participate in the ECNV Social Group at least five days before the scheduled event, if possible.
Travel Training Service Reminder
Travel Training is an individualized program for people with disabilities. A travel trainer will work with you to be able to travel on fixed route transportation. You will gain the freedom to travel the local bus and metro rail systems in a way that works for you. This program is for beginners who need an orientation to the system to go to work, school or regular activities. We also work with seasoned travelers who want to refine their skills.
Thriving Solo Summer Session, Registration Deadline
Thriving Solo Summer Session, Registration Deadline
The Aging Solo Collective: Ways to Better Health Advocacy
On June 1, guest speaker Marc S. Berlin, Board Certified Patient Advocate, will join us to talk about Ways to Better Health Advocacy at our next Aging Solo meeting.
SSI/SSDI Benefits Lunch n Learn Mini Series: I'm Accepted, Wait, I'm Rejected...Now What?
June 12, 2026 Noon - 1:00 p.m. EST — I'm Accepted, Wait, I'm Rejected...Now What?
Understanding SSA's Determination, Whatever It Is
What Does the Appeals Process Entail?
Reviews and continuing eligibility
Healthcare considerations (Medicare/Medicaid)
Office Closed- Juneteenth National Independence Day
ECNV office will be closed Friday June 19, 2026
Re-open Monday June 22, 2026
ECNV Endependents Social Group
ECNV’s Social Group returns June 26, 2026. Location to be Determined. Stay Tuned!
Come join us to chat about anything you'd like including current events, what's happening with you, exciting plans and anything else you'd like to chat about in a fun and safe environment over a delicious meal.
Endependents Social Group Sign Up
Please request reasonable accommodation to participate in the ECNV Social Group at least five days before the scheduled event, if possible.
Registration, Money Matters 101 for Oct 19-23: Fall Session
Money Matters 101, Class Open and Close Registration Deadline
Travel Training Service Reminder
Travel Training is an individualized program for people with disabilities. A travel trainer will work with you to be able to travel on fixed route transportation. You will gain the freedom to travel the local bus and metro rail systems in a way that works for you. This program is for beginners who need an orientation to the system to go to work, school or regular activities. We also work with seasoned travelers who want to refine their skills.
Office Closed- Independence Day (observed Friday, July 3, 2026)
ECNV office will be closed Friday July 3, 2026
Re-open Monday July 6, 2026
Travel Training Service Reminder
Travel Training is an individualized program for people with disabilities. A travel trainer will work with you to be able to travel on fixed route transportation. You will gain the freedom to travel the local bus and metro rail systems in a way that works for you. This program is for beginners who need an orientation to the system to go to work, school or regular activities. We also work with seasoned travelers who want to refine their skills.
The Aging Solo Collective: Writing a Legacy: Sharing Your His/HerStory with Family and Friends with Dr. Jeremy Holloway
August 3, 2026
Join us for Writing a Legacy: Sharing Your His/HerStory with Family and Friends, a meaningful Aging Solo conversation with Dr. Jeremy Holloway. An educator, speaker, and Director of Tellegacy, Dr. Holloway leads an intergenerational health program centered on healthy aging, meaningful connection, and the power of life story.
Travel Training Service Reminder
Travel Training is an individualized program for people with disabilities. A travel trainer will work with you to be able to travel on fixed route transportation. You will gain the freedom to travel the local bus and metro rail systems in a way that works for you. This program is for beginners who need an orientation to the system to go to work, school or regular activities. We also work with seasoned travelers who want to refine their skills.
Office Closed- Labor Day
ECNV office will be closed Monday September 7, 2026
Re-open Tuesday September 8, 2026
The Aging Solo Collective
August 3, 2026
Join us for Writing a Legacy: Sharing Your His/HerStory with Family and Friends, a meaningful Aging Solo conversation with Dr. Jeremy Holloway. An educator, speaker, and Director of Tellegacy, Dr. Holloway leads an intergenerational health program centered on healthy aging, meaningful connection, and the power of life story.
Travel Training Service Reminder
Travel Training is an individualized program for people with disabilities. A travel trainer will work with you to be able to travel on fixed route transportation. You will gain the freedom to travel the local bus and metro rail systems in a way that works for you. This program is for beginners who need an orientation to the system to go to work, school or regular activities. We also work with seasoned travelers who want to refine their skills.
The Aging Solo Collective: Preventing Falls and Ensuring Longevity and Stability As You Age with Denise Johnson
October 5, 2026 7:00 p.m. Eastern | October Speaker - Denise Johnson, Director of Senior Nutrition & Health, California Council on Aging
Office Closed- Indigenous Peoples’ Day
ECNV office will be closed Monday October 12, 2026
Re-open Tuesday October 13, 2026
Travel Training Service Reminder
Travel Training is an individualized program for people with disabilities. A travel trainer will work with you to be able to travel on fixed route transportation. You will gain the freedom to travel the local bus and metro rail systems in a way that works for you. This program is for beginners who need an orientation to the system to go to work, school or regular activities. We also work with seasoned travelers who want to refine their skills.
Office Closed- Election Day
ECNV office will be closed Tuesday November 3, 2026
Re-open Wednesday November 4, 2026
Office Closed- Veterans Day
ECNV office will be closed Wednesday November 11, 2026
Re-open Thursday November 12, 2026
Office Closed- Thanksgiving Day
ECNV office will be closed Thursday November 26, 2026
Re-open Monday November 30, 2026
Office Closed- Day After Thanksgiving Day
ECNV office will be closed Friday November 27, 2026
Re-open Monday November 30, 2026
Travel Training Service Reminder
Travel Training is an individualized program for people with disabilities. A travel trainer will work with you to be able to travel on fixed route transportation. You will gain the freedom to travel the local bus and metro rail systems in a way that works for you. This program is for beginners who need an orientation to the system to go to work, school or regular activities. We also work with seasoned travelers who want to refine their skills.
Office Closed- Christmas Day
ECNV office will be closed Friday December 25, 2026
Re-open Monday December 28, 2026
Office Closed- New Year’s Day
ECNV office will be closed Friday January 1, 2027
Re-open Monday January 4, 2027
The ENDependents Social Group
ECNV’s Social Group returns April, 24 2026 at Cava in Ballston / Arlington, VA, 4121 Wilson Blvd., Suite 102A Arlington, VA 22203, 703-310-6791
Come join us to chat about anything you'd like including current events, what's happening with you, exciting plans and anything else you'd like to chat about in a fun and safe environment over a delicious meal.
Endependents Social Group Sign Up
Please request reasonable accommodation to participate in the ECNV Social Group at least five days before the scheduled event, if possible.
Healthy Relationships and Communications in the Workplace - Robinson High School
Private Event
Workshop series for youth with disabilities teaching soft skills in workplace readiness that lead to career retention
ECNV Attends: Flash Foward (Career and Transition Services (CTS))
Flash Forward: Postsecondary Education & Employment Options
Location: Woodson High School, 9525 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22031
Flash Forward is designed to introduce students with disabilities seeking a standard or advanced diploma (and their families) to options available after high school. Representatives from adult education, employment, and community programs will host information tables. It is FREE for FCPS students and families to attend!
Spring2Action Day
🌸It’s here! Today, 4/22/26 is Spring2Action Day! Donate today at (https://www.spring2action.org/organizations/ecnv). #Spring2Action #SaveTheDate #CommunityGiving #NonprofitFundraising #SupportLocal #MakingADifference #GiveBack #GiveLocal #TogetherWeCan
Own Your Path - Woodgrove CAST Cohort
Private Event
Workshop series for youth with disabilities teaching self-advocacy skills that can help them navigate disability services
Healthy Relationships and Communications in the Workplace - Robinson High School
Private Event
Workshop series for youth with disabilities teaching soft skills in workplace readiness that lead to career retention
Knowledge + Action Support Group (Gilliam Place)
This will be our safe place to talk and get to know each other better, families who are related to a disability, mental health conditions or serious illness such as cancer, diabetes, etc. We are all beautifully different, here we focus on our abilities, not our disability. Let’s create a group of leaders for our community.
Private Event
Gilliam Place
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Jake's Ice Cream Fundraiser for RAMP
Join ECNV’s Ready to Achieve Mentoring Program (RAMP) for a fun and delicious fundraiser at Jake’s Ice Cream!
📅 April 20, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 6353 Columbia Pike, Falls Church, VA
Metro Group Outing: Jake's Ice cream and Glory days
Date: Thursday, April 20th 2026
Time: 3:00 pm- 8:00 pm
Meeting Location: East Falls Church Metro
We are delighted to announce the launch of an additional metro social group aimed at promoting our travel training program and supporting RAMP. For our new students, we will embark on a tour of the East Falls Metro Station, accompanied by our experienced pro trainees. Afterward, we will board the F26 metro bus to Glory Days for a delightful dinner and games. To conclude the evening, we will head over to Jake’s Ice Cream for a sweet treat. Prepare to indulge in a traveling culinary experience!
ECNV's Staff Rosalia Attends: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for SPARC's Alexandria Center.
Located at: Hybla Valley Community Center
The event will also feature our Mobile Exploration Lab
Knowledge + Action Support Group (Springfield Family Resource Center)
This will be our safe place to talk and get to know each other better, families who are related to a disability, mental health conditions or serious illness such as cancer, diabetes, etc. We are all beautifully different, here we focus on our abilities, not our disability. Let’s create a group of leaders for our community.
Arlington Free Clinic - Spanish Only
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
2921 11th St S, Arlington, VA 22204
6:30pm - 8:30pm
ECNV's Employment Peer Support Circle
Navigating work, career changes, job searches and job loss can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re doing it on your own.
Healthy Relationships and Communications in the Workplace - Robinson High School
Private Event
Workshop series for youth with disabilities teaching soft skills in workplace readiness that lead to career retention
Knowledge + Action Support Group (Arlington Free Clinic)
This will be our safe place to talk and get to know each other better, families who are related to a disability, mental health conditions or serious illness such as cancer, diabetes, etc. We are all beautifully different, here we focus on our abilities, not our disability. Let’s create a group of leaders for our community.
Arlington Free Clinic - Spanish Only
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
2921 11th St S, Arlington, VA 22204
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Own Your Path - Woodgrove CAST Cohort
Private Event
Workshop series for youth with disabilities teaching self-advocacy skills that can help them navigate disability services
ECNV Attends: Montgomery College Disability Transition Fare - Transition Work Group
Open to the public for people with disabilities for resources in Montgomery County MD.
ECNV Attends: Alexandria Health Fair
ECNV will participate in the upcoming Alexandria Health Fair.
Address 2812 Franklin St, Alexandria, VA 22306
For more information, call (703) 672-1198 or (703) 894-7484, or e-mail alexandriaspanishsdachurch@gmail.com
This is a Public Event.