Community Guide and Community Housing Guide
Are you ready to build independence, connect with your local community, or find a place of your own? Our tailored support programs are here to help you take the next step. Whether you want to explore new activities, meet fresh faces, reach personal goals, or navigate the housing process with a dedicated team, you don't have to do it alone. Let’s work together to create the future you want.
Contact: Pansy Walker Email: pansyw@ecnv.org
Community Guide
Get support to build independence and connect with your community.
Find activities, programs, and local resources
Meet people and try new opportunities
Make your own choices and work toward your personal goals
Community Housing Guide
Get support to find and successfully live in your own home.
Explore independent housing options
Get help with the steps needed to move into your own home
Work with housing teams, support staff, and landlords to help you maintain your housing
Eligibility:
Community Guide services are available through Family & Individual Supports (FIS) waiver. Community Housing Guide services are available to eligible waiver recipients age 18 and older.
If you already have a DD Waiver, talk with your Support Coordinator about whether Community Guide or Community Housing Guide services could be added to your Individual Support Plan.
If you don't currently have a DD Waiver, your local Community Services Board can provide information about DD Waiver eligibility, screening, and Virginia's waiver waiting list.
ECNV is an approved provider of General Community Guide and Community Housing Guide services for eligible Virginia DD Waiver recipients.
