RAMP Individual Session
Title: RAMP Individual Session
Date and Time: Monday, October 26; 3:30pm - 4:30pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/ramp-program
The ENDependents' and Metro Social Group
Get ready for a frightfully fun evening! The ENDependents' and Metro Social Group are doing it again. This time we're hosting a JOINT HALLOWEEN SPOOKYTACULAR on Friday, October 30, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
We want everyone to join us—please read below for all the spooky details!
Halloween SpookyTacular: Games, Food and a Movie
ECNV Office
1550 Crystal Drive, Suite 810
Arlington, VA 22202
Parking is available in the garage on the left side of the building, near the Alamo Drafthouse. A staff member will be waiting in the lobby to help you at the elevators inside in the building. If you need assistance, please call Tracee at 571-423-9056 or Melinda 571-480-6018, when you arrive.
Here’s what we have planned:
A Make Your Own Tacos Bar with plenty of delicious toppings
Snacks, popcorn, soda and lemonade
Halloween games and activities
A spooky movie chosen by the group - Send us your choice - we'll start the movie ASAP so we can watch the whole thing this time. Be on time.
Time to relax, laugh and connect with friends
A costume contest with fun prizes—costumes are encouraged but not required!
Please bring $10 to help cover the taco bar. You may pay with cash or through Cash App at $TraceeLydiaGarner.
Have a favorite game or deck of cards? Bring it along! You’re welcome to bring more than one game if you would like.
Let us know about any food allergies or dietary restrictions so we can make sure there are options available for you. Please sign up as soon as possible with this information.
Please RSVP so we can purchase enough food and supplies for everyone.
We hope you’ll join us for a fun and festive evening at ECNV After Dark—Halloween Edition!
If you have any questions or need an accommodation, please reach out to Tracee Garner.
We can’t wait to see you there—if you dare! 🎃👻🌮
OR
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.
RAMP Individual Session, Virtual
Title: RAMP Individual Session
Date and Time: Monday, November 2; 3:30pm - 4:30pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/ramp-program
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.
Office Closed- Election Day
ECNV office will be closed Tuesday November 3, 2026
Re-open Wednesday November 4, 2026
Own Your Path: Navigating Your Disability with Confidence and Clarity, Virtual
Title: Own Your Path: Navigating Your Disability with Confidence and Clarity
Date and Time: Monday, November 9; 4:30pm - 6:30pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/own-your-own-path-navigating-your-disability-with-confidence-and-clarity
Own Your Path: Navigating Your Disability with Confidence and Clarity, Virtual
Title: Own Your Path: Navigating Your Disability with Confidence and Clarity
Date and Time: Tuesday, November 10; 4:30pm - 6:00pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/own-your-own-path-navigating-your-disability-with-confidence-and-clarity
Office Closed- Veterans Day
ECNV office will be closed Wednesday November 11, 2026
Re-open Thursday November 12, 2026
Own Your Path: Navigating Your Disability with Confidence and Clarity, Virtual
Title: Own Your Path: Navigating Your Disability with Confidence and Clarity
Date and Time: Thursday, November 12; 4:30pm - 6:00pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/own-your-own-path-navigating-your-disability-with-confidence-and-clarity
Empower Information Session
Empower:
A Youth Advocacy
Fellowship
Curious About Empower? Join the information session!
When: Thursday, Nov. 12
Time: 5:00-6:15 PM ET
Where: Online via Zoom
A twelve-month leadership experience for young people with disabilities
For young people ages 14–26 in Northern Virginia and Washington, DC who are ready to find their voice and for the families and communities who believe in what becomes possible when they do.
ECNV Benefits Navigation Mini-Series
We're back at it over here at ECNV. Our Spring Lunch and Learns covering all things Benefits Enrollment for supports like SSI/SSD were very well received and this fall, we're doing it again. The next session will be Friday, November 13, 2026 at 12:00 Noon.
Please mark the dates on your calendar and all sessions are Virtual:
Get your questions ready and join us in a practical but friendly atmosphere that will help you better understand the programs right for you and your loved ones with disabilities.
Whether you’re thinking about applying, already receiving benefits, or trying to understand what you need to be successful, these sessions will walk you through what you need to know — step by step.
You’ll learn how to:
Understand Medicaid health care coverage vs. the Medicaid Waiver Program and the Personal Assistant Services (PAS) Program
How to apply - what documentation you need
Navigate the application process and get the right information
Make informed choices and find out who else can help you be successful
Bring your lunch and your questions — and leave with clarity.
Register for Our ECNV Benefits Mini Series here
Need to submit a question ahead of the session? Use this form to submit questions ahead of time. NEVER share any personally identifying information into this Google Form. ONLY the workshop leader will see the form responses. Please try to keep your questions as brief and concise as possible.
Use This Question Submission Form (note this is a different form than the Lunch and Learns for SSI/SSDI-that form is now closed, don't use old links)
If you require any reasonable accommodation to participate, please email traceeg@ecnv.org, at least 5 business days before the meeting.
Four Months of Topics (September, October, November, December 2026)
Friday, November 13, 2026 - Noon - 1:00 p.m. EST — Guest Speaker from the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services will join us to talk about Open Enrollment Period for Healthcare Coverage
Important Open Enrollment Deadlines
Eligibility
Getting Support
What is a Qualifying Life Event (QLE) and when does it apply to?
Getting coverage outside of deadlines
Own Your Path: Navigating Your Disability with Confidence and Clarity, Virtual
Title: Own Your Path: Navigating Your Disability with Confidence and Clarity
Date and Time: Friday, November 13; 4:30pm - 6:00pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/own-your-own-path-navigating-your-disability-with-confidence-and-clarity
ECNV Attends: Mason District Health Fair
James Lee Community Center, 2855 Annandale Rd #114, Falls Church, VA 22042
RAMP Individual Session, Virtual
Title: RAMP Individual Session
Date and Time: Monday, November 16; 3:30pm - 4:30pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/ramp-program
ECNV Board Meeting
Board Meetings Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85986231947?pwd=-3_DwdEqYaqjJ9IYT7Z3rlUMrMJ9gS.1
Questions? Contact us at board@ecnv.org | ENDependence Center of Northern Virginia | www.ecnv.org
Healthy Relationships & Communication in the Workplace Referral Deadline
Program Dates Dec 7-11
RAMP Individual Session, Virtual
Title: RAMP Individual Session
Date and Time: Monday, November 23; 3:30pm - 4:30pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/ramp-program
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
ECNV Endependents Social Group
ECNV’s Social Group next night out is November 27, 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.
RAMP Individual Session, Virtual
Title: RAMP Individual Session
Date and Time: Monday, November 30; 3:30pm - 4:30pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/ramp-program
Giving Tuesday 2026
Join Us for GivingTuesday – the Global Day of Giving on Dec 1, 2026.
By joining the GivingTuesday movement, you’re proving that in times of uncertainty, generosity can bring the whole world together.
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.
RAMP Individual Session, Virtual
Title: RAMP Individual Session
Date and Time: Monday, December 7; 3:30pm - 4:30pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/ramp-program
Healthy Relationships and Communications in the Workplace, Virtual
Title: Healthy Relationships and Communications in the Workplace, Virtual
Date and Time: Monday, December 7; 4:30pm - 6:00pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/healthy-relationships-communication-in-the-workplace-workshop
Healthy Relationships and Communications in the Workplace, Virtual
Title: Healthy Relationships and Communications in the Workplace, Virtual
Date and Time: Tuesday, December 8; 4:30pm - 6:00pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/healthy-relationships-communication-in-the-workplace-workshop
Healthy Relationships and Communications in the Workplace, Virtual
Title: Healthy Relationships and Communications in the Workplace, Virtual
Date and Time: Wednesday, December 9; 4:30pm - 6:00pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/healthy-relationships-communication-in-the-workplace-workshop
Healthy Relationships and Communications in the Workplace, Virtual
Title: Healthy Relationships and Communications in the Workplace, Virtual
Date and Time: Thursday, December 10; 4:30pm - 6:00pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/healthy-relationships-communication-in-the-workplace-workshop
ECNV Benefits Navigation Mini-Series
We're back at it over here at ECNV. Our Spring Lunch and Learns covering all things Benefits Enrollment for supports like SSI/SSD were very well received and this fall, we're doing it again. The next session will be Friday, December 11, 2026 at 12:00 Noon.
Please mark the dates on your calendar and all sessions are Virtual:
Get your questions ready and join us in a practical but friendly atmosphere that will help you better understand the programs right for you and your loved ones with disabilities.
Whether you’re thinking about applying, already receiving benefits, or trying to understand what you need to be successful, these sessions will walk you through what you need to know — step by step.
You’ll learn how to:
Understand Medicaid health care coverage vs. the Medicaid Waiver Program and the Personal Assistant Services (PAS) Program
How to apply - what documentation you need
Navigate the application process and get the right information
Make informed choices and find out who else can help you be successful
Bring your lunch and your questions — and leave with clarity.
Register for Our ECNV Benefits Mini Series here
Need to submit a question ahead of the session? Use this form to submit questions ahead of time. NEVER share any personally identifying information into this Google Form. ONLY the workshop leader will see the form responses. Please try to keep your questions as brief and concise as possible.
Use This Question Submission Form (note this is a different form than the Lunch and Learns for SSI/SSDI-that form is now closed, don't use old links)
If you require any reasonable accommodation to participate, please email traceeg@ecnv.org, at least 5 business days before the meeting.
Four Months of Topics (September, October, November, December 2026)
Thursday, September 17, 2026 - Noon - 1:00 p.m. EST— Avoiding The SSA Overpayment w/ Guest Speaker Beth Klein, Disability Rights Advocate WIPA- Certified Benefits Planner with the disability Law Center of Virginia (dLCV)
Topics include:
What is an overpayment?
How to apply for a waiver of the overpayment
What to do when SSA won't "waive" your overpayment, what to do next?
How to arrange payments back to SSA
How overpayments occur and what to do to avoid having it happen to you
Understanding income, asset guidelines and income limits
Ensuring Accommodations and your rights during the process, and
Much, much more
Healthy Relationships and Communications in the Workplace, Virtual
Title: Healthy Relationships and Communications in the Workplace, Virtual
Date and Time: Friday, December 11; 4:30pm - 6:00pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/healthy-relationships-communication-in-the-workplace-workshop
RAMP Individual Session, Virtual
Title: RAMP Individual Session
Date and Time: Monday, December 14; 3:30pm - 4:30pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/ramp-program
RAMP Individual Session, Virtual
Title: RAMP Individual Session
Date and Time: Monday, December 21; 3:30pm - 4:30pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/ramp-program
Office Closed- Christmas Day
ECNV office will be closed Friday December 25, 2026
Re-open Monday December 28, 2026
RAMP Individual Session, Virtual
Title: RAMP Individual Session
Date and Time: Monday, December 28; 3:30pm - 4:30pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/ramp-program
Office Closed- New Year’s Day
ECNV office will be closed Friday January 1, 2027
Re-open Monday January 4, 2027
ECNV Board Meeting
Board Meetings Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85986231947?pwd=-3_DwdEqYaqjJ9IYT7Z3rlUMrMJ9gS.1
Questions? Contact us at board@ecnv.org | ENDependence Center of Northern Virginia | www.ecnv.org
Ready to Achieve Mentoring Program (RAMP) Referral Deadline
2027 Program Dates May-Sept
Healthy Relationships & Communication in the Workplace Spring Referral Deadline
2027 Program Dates May 10-14
ECNV Board Meeting
Board Meetings Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85986231947?pwd=-3_DwdEqYaqjJ9IYT7Z3rlUMrMJ9gS.1
Questions? Contact us at board@ecnv.org | ENDependence Center of Northern Virginia | www.ecnv.org
I Am Self-Advocacy (IASA) Summer Referral Deadline
2027 Program Dates July 5-30
*We are exploring the possibility of running I Am Self-Advocacy as a camp model during the
Summer. We will provide updates.
ECNV Board Meeting
Board Meetings Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85986231947?pwd=-3_DwdEqYaqjJ9IYT7Z3rlUMrMJ9gS.1
Questions? Contact us at board@ecnv.org | ENDependence Center of Northern Virginia | www.ecnv.org
ECNV Board Meeting
Board Meetings Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85986231947?pwd=-3_DwdEqYaqjJ9IYT7Z3rlUMrMJ9gS.1
Questions? Contact us at board@ecnv.org | ENDependence Center of Northern Virginia | www.ecnv.org
Money Matters 101, Virtual
Title: Money Matters 101, Virtual
Date and Time: Friday, October 23; 4:00pm - 5:00pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/money-moves
ECNV Metro Club
ECNV Metro Club next adventure awaits: Next Metro Social Club outing is to Old Town Alexandria on October 23!
📅 Date: Friday, October 23, 2026⏰ Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Meeting Location: Huntington
We will enjoy a fun fall day in Old Town Alexandra! We will walk around Old Town and look for a place for lunch and shop.
What you'll learn:
✅ A guided Metro station tour✅ An introduction to all Metro lines✅ Metro safety features and tips✅ A look at the bus systems✅ How to use a SmarTrip card
✅ Overview of safety features on the bus ✅ Taking the Trolly back to King street metro
Then, we'll put our new travel skills to use and ride
Please Remember:
💲 Bring money for lunch🥗 Let us know about any food allergies when you sign up
Service dogs are welcome!
Please bring your own SMART Trip Cards, Lunch. If you are taking metro access you can book rides from King Street. Huntington is easier to navigate for families than King Street is.
Sign Up Here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/ecnv2/ecnvmetrosocialclubsignup?blm_aid=105357313
Money Matters 101, Virtual
Title: Money Matters 101, Virtual
Date and Time: Thursday, October 22; 4:00pm - 5:00pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/money-moves
Money Matters 101, Virtual
Title: Money Matters 101, Virtual
Date and Time: Wednesday, October 21; 4:00pm - 5:00pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/money-moves
Money Matters 101, Virtual
Title: Money Matters 101, Virtual
Date and Time: Tuesday, October 20; 4:00pm - 5:00pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/money-moves
Money Matters 101, Virtual
Title: Money Matters 101, Virtual
Date and Time: Monday, October 19; 4:00pm - 5:00pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/money-moves
RAMP Individual Session
Title: RAMP Individual Session
Date and Time: Monday, October 19; 3:30pm - 4:30pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/ramp-program
ECNV Attends: Vienna Health Fair
Vienna Seventh-day Adventist Church, 344 Courthouse Rd, Vienna, VA 22180
ECNV Attends: CACHS 2026 Annual Fairfax Health Fair
Jim Scott Community Centre, 3001 Vaden Dr., Fairfax, VA 22031
Peer Support Employment Group
Peer Support Employment Group for October 14 at 7:00 p.m. Come learn about how to keep your job search going even when winter is slowing things down. It's a perfect time to work on new skills, enhance your resume and find job support. Our support group Cofacilitators will cover some of the resources and how to use them in your search for your next employment opportunity.
IASA Group Session, Virtual
Title: IASA Group Session
Date and Time: Tuesday, October 12, 2026, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/iasa-program-official
Office Closed- Indigenous Peoples’ Day
ECNV office will be closed Monday October 12, 2026
Re-open Tuesday October 13, 2026
ECNV is an Exhibitor at: Arlington's Digital Discovery Fair
FREE DIGITALDISCOVERY FAIR
All ages & skill levels welcome!
English & Español
SAT. OCT. 10, 1 - 4 PM
Arlington Central Library
1015 N. Quincy St.
Arlington, VA 22201
ECNV Benefits Navigation Mini-Series
We're back at it over here at ECNV. Our Spring Lunch and Learns covering all things Benefits Enrollment for supports like SSI/SSD were very well received and this fall, we're doing it again. The next session will be Friday , October 9, 2026 at 12:00 Noon.
Please mark the dates on your calendar and all sessions are Virtual:
Get your questions ready and join us in a practical but friendly atmosphere that will help you better understand the programs right for you and your loved ones with disabilities.
Whether you’re thinking about applying, already receiving benefits, or trying to understand what you need to be successful, these sessions will walk you through what you need to know — step by step.
You’ll learn how to:
Understand Medicaid health care coverage vs. the Medicaid Waiver Program and the Personal Assistant Services (PAS) Program
How to apply - what documentation you need
Navigate the application process and get the right information
Make informed choices and find out who else can help you be successful
Bring your lunch and your questions — and leave with clarity.
Register for Our ECNV Benefits Mini Series here
Need to submit a question ahead of the session? Use this form to submit questions ahead of time. NEVER share any personally identifying information into this Google Form. ONLY the workshop leader will see the form responses. Please try to keep your questions as brief and concise as possible.
Use This Question Submission Form (note this is a different form than the Lunch and Learns for SSI/SSDI-that form is now closed, don't use old links)
If you require any reasonable accommodation to participate, please email traceeg@ecnv.org, at least 5 business days before the meeting.
Four Months of Topics (September, October, November, December 2026)
Friday, October 9, 2026 - Noon - 1:00 p.m. EST — Understanding and Applying for Medicaid Through the CommonHelp Virginia vs. Healthcare.gov Websites without the Overwhelm
Learn how to prepare and submit a Medicaid application successfully.
Topics include:
Where and how to apply (online, phone, or through local agencies) and What's the difference?
Documents you will need before applying
Tips to avoid delays or denials
Working with local agencies and Getting Approved
What to expect during the application review process
IASA Tuesday, Group Session (Copy)
Title: IASA Tuesday, Group Session
Date and Time: Tuesday, October 6; 4:30pm - 6:30pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/iasa-program-official
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
RAMP Individual Session
Title: RAMP Individual Session
Date and Time: Monday, October 5; 3:30pm - 4:30pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/ramp-program
ECNV Attends: SNP-CON 2026: Special Needs Planning Conference & Disability Expo
Event Details
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) – Annandale Campus
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.
IASA Tuesday, Group Session
Title: IASA Tuesday, Group Session
Date and Time: Tuesday, September 29; 4:30pm - 6:30pm.
Program Page: https://www.ecnv.org/news/iasa-program-official