Adult Social Club Outing—Friday, September 19th!
Sep
19

Adult Social Club Outing—Friday, September 19th!

Join us for a fun and educational day out at the Smithsonian's National Zoo

 Date: Friday, September 19th

Time: 10:00 AM- 3:00 PM

Meeting Location:  Rockville Metro

We will hop onto the Red Line towards Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan and walk to the Smithsonian's National Zoo. Please make sure to bring walking shoes. It's a 14-minute walk to the zoo. If needed, we can board D70. 

 This outing will also include:

  • Introduction to all Metro lines

  • Demonstration on how to use a SmarTrip Card

  • Overview of safety features on the bus

  • Taking the Metro back to Rockville metro

Service dogs are welcome! Please bring your own SMART Trip Cards, Lunch and tickets for Zoo 

 Please RSVP before September 17th to confirm availability!

 Adult Social Club RSVP  ››

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The Power of Advocacy 101: Creating Real Impact
Sep
25

The Power of Advocacy 101: Creating Real Impact

The Power of Advocacy 101: Creating Real Impact

Thursday, September 25 from 4:30PM – 5:30PM

 

This webinar introduces the fundamentals of advocacy—what it is, why it matters, and how you can make an impact. We’ll explore advocacy in everyday life as well as its power to drive systemic change. Participants will get an introduction to strategies for sharing their story, engaging decision-makers, and taking action on issues that matter. Whether you’re new to advocacy or looking to strengthen your approach, this is the first session in a dynamic series designed to help you build skills, gain confidence, and turn your advocacy into real impact.

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ENDependents Social Group
Aug
29

ENDependents Social Group

If you've been waiting for ECNV's social group to start back up, we're excited to announce that the ENDependents Social Group started in July. If you're interested in joining us for the next event, please email us at info@ecnv.org and mark your calendars for Friday, August 29 at 6:00 p.m. Come join us to chat about anything you'd like including current events, what's happening with you, exciting summer plans and anything else you'd like to chat about in a fun and safe environment over a delicious meal.

Where: Pentagon City 1100 S Hayes St, Arlington, VA 22202

If you need reasonable accommodation to participate let us know. 

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August Adult Social Outing
Aug
15

August Adult Social Outing

Join us for a fun and educational day out at the Spy Museum!

Date: Friday, August 15th

Time: 10:00 AM- 3:00 PM

Meeting Location:  King street metro

             

We will hop on the Yellow line and stop at L'Enfant Plaza and walk to International Spy Museum.

 

This outing will also include:

  • Introduction to all Metro lines

  • Demonstration on how to use a SmarTrip Card

  • Overview of safety features on the bus

  • Taking the Metro back to King street metro

Service dogs are welcome! Please bring your own SMART Trip Cards, Lunch and tickets for Museum

 

Adult Social Club RSVP  ››

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The ENDependents Social Group Rides Again!
Jul
25

The ENDependents Social Group Rides Again!

f you've been waiting for ECNV's social group to start back up, we're excited to announce that the ENDependents Social Group will ride again starting this July. If you're interested in joining us, please email us at info@ecnv.org and mark your calendars for Friday, July 25 at 6:00 p.m. Come join us to chat about anything you'd like including current events, what's happening with you, exciting summer plans and anything else you'd like to chat about in a fun and safe environment over a delicious meal.

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Turning 18 in Virginia
Mar
24

Turning 18 in Virginia

Turning 18 in Virginia: Turning 18 is a big deal. An 18-year-old is legally considered an adult in Virginia and can make their own legal, financial, medical, and educational decisions. For some individuals with disabilities, this will not be an issue. Others may need support. This workshop will share basic information about things that need to be considered as your loved one turns 18.

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Happy. Healthy. Safe. Arlington DD Awareness Month
Mar
22

Happy. Healthy. Safe. Arlington DD Awareness Month

  • 3308 South Stafford Street Arlington, VA, 22206 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

ECNV staff will be there to give out information about our travel training program and distribute COVID-19 home test kits!

Registration encouraged:  https://tinyurl.com/dd-awarness-arlington

Download ADVC Flier (English | Spanish).

Visit https://www.ecnv.org/news/ecnv-2025-vaccination-schedule for more information.

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Bienvenidos Provider Seminar
Mar
20

Bienvenidos Provider Seminar

Bienvenidos Todos (Everyone is Welcome) is hosting a seminar series for service providers interested in providing culturally responsive services to Latinos with disabilities and their families. This webinar series will include information on how to reach Latinos with disabilities: the diversity of Latinos in Virginia experiences from years of disability advocacy within Latino communities; information about local, state, and national organizations serving Latinos; and self-advocate/family stories.

Register Today!

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Mar
19

ECNV's Leadership in Action: Annual Board Meeting Announcement

ECNV to Hold Annual Board of Directors Meeting

ENDependence Center of Northern Virginia (ECNV) will hold its annual Board of Directors meeting on March 19, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. The public is invited to attend. The meeting will review the Executive Director's report and then hold elections for positions on the Executive Committee of the board.

ECNV provides critical services and supports to people with disabilities throughout Northern Virginia.  ECNV is unique in that our staff and board members are people with disabilities ourselves, so we understand the unique needs and realities of having a disability. 

If you wish to attend the meeting and/or request reasonable accommodations to attend the meeting, which will be held virtually, Please RSVP to info@ecnv.org. The board respectfully requests two weeks' notice of any accommodations needed.

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Gum Springs Community Center Advisory Board Black History Program
Feb
22

Gum Springs Community Center Advisory Board Black History Program

Gum Springs Community Center Advisory Board Black History Program, 8100 Fordson Rd, Download ADVC Flier (English | Spanish).

ECNV staff will be there to give out information about our programs and distribute COVID-19 home test kits!

Visit https://www.ecnv.org/news/ecnv-2025-vaccination-schedule for more information.

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Centreville Health Resource Fair
Feb
16

Centreville Health Resource Fair

Hosted by ECNV

 

Vaccines Provided:

Flu

Fairfax Cares Van will vaccinate people with Medicaid, Medicare, and other insurance. We will also help uninsured people schedule appointments for free COVID boosters.

Date: 2/16/25

Location: 14200 St Germain Dr, Centreville, VA 20121

Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm

Registration is Required. 

English: https://tinyurl.com/flu-shots-english-2-16-25

Spanish:  https://tinyurl.com/flu-shots-spanish-2-16-25

Visit https://www.ecnv.org/news/ecnv-2025-vaccination-schedule for more information.

 

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