Disabilities
Parent Support Group meets May 1; 5:30pm-6:30pm
Interested in joining our Parent Support Group? Please contact Eileen Shaffer at: eshaffer@paxtoncampus.org
Are you the parent or caretaker of a child with a disability or special needs? Do you wish you could talk with other parents who are in similar situations? Please consider joining our Parent Support Group!
Parent Support Group will meet the first Tuesday of each month of the School Year and coincide with Social Skills Group. While your child attends Social Skills Group, you are welcome to join a network of other parents. PLEASE NOTE: Your child does not need to be enrolled in Social Skills to attend.
Upcoming meetings:
Tuesdays from 5:30pm to 6:30pm
October 3
November 7
December 5
January 2
February 6
March 6
April 3
May 1
Parent groups can serve many purposes, but one of their most important can be to introduce families to others like themselves, building a sense of community and of understanding.
For more information on this group, please contact Eileen Shaffer at: eshaffer@paxtoncampus.org
Aurora Behavior Clinic Grand Opening – November 14th 5-7pm
Aurora Behavior Clinic Grand Opening
In gratitude of your support, we invite you to our
Aurora Behavior Clinic Grand Opening Celebration
on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 from 5-7 pm.
Join us for the ribbon cutting, open house, and light refreshment as
we celebrate our new home in the Stone Barns located
at The Arc of Loudoun
Futures Planning on June 20 – Summer's here! Now what?!
Futures Planning – Every month we present the tools to consider when developing a plan for the future to families, siblings, adults with disabilities, and others interested
Next workshop: Thursday, June 20| 10:00 am – 12 pm
Topic: Summer’s here! Now what?!
At this workshop, you will learn about local family fun, vacation planning tips and tricks, local enrichment activities, and much more. Come meet local vendors. Your entire family is welcome.
Location: ALLY “A Life Like Yours” Advocacy Center | 601 Catoctin Circle, NE, Bldg #625, Leesburg, VA 20176
Workshop is FREE for Arc of Loudoun Members and Loudoun County residents. Suggested $10 donations appreciated. REGISTER HERE.
Workshop is FREE for Arc of Loudoun Members and Loudoun County residents. Suggested $10 donations appreciated. REGISTER HERE.
Questions: Contact Eileen Shaffer: eshaffer@thearcofloudoun.org
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Future Topics:
July 25: Guardianship and Alternatives to Gaurdianship – Register here
August 22: Tools for a smooth reentry to a New School Year – Register here
September 30: Collaborating and Communicating with Schools to Build Resilience in Children Impacted by Trauma
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Past Futures Planning Videos:
April 2019 Futures Planning: Virginia Medicaid Waivers
January 2019 Futures Planning: Special Needs Trusts
December 2018 Futures Planning: Social Security Benefits
November 2018 Futures Planning on Managing Real Estate in a Special Needs Trust
October 2018 Futures Planning on DD Waivers and CCC+
Waiver Information/Medicaid Waivers
Futures Planning September 2018: Creative Housing Options for People with Disabilities
50 Faces of The Arc- Lauren
Meet Lauren. She works at Maggie’s Closet (named after the founder of Paxton Campus’ daughter, Margaret) a non-profit store located on Paxton Campus that provides free clothing and accessories for families in need. After one year of volunteering, Lauren was given the opportunity to work part-time at Maggie’s Closet through STEP Up; a program of The Arc of Loudoun that teaches vocational skills to adults with disabilities. Maggie’s Closet accepts shoppers by appointment only and features all sizes of quality, seasonal clothing. Lauren recently began taking on more responsibility; answering phone calls, and scheduling shopping visits. She greets each shopper with a smile when they arrive for their appointments.
Lauren says working at ‘Maggie’s’ has been an amazing experience,
“I have a lot more confidence talking to people now and have become more independent. I’ve learned skills that I’ve never learned before!”
Skills such as answering the phone and interacting with customers were challenging for Lauren at first, but now she’s able to do both tasks easily. In fact, she’d love to do more public speaking. Lauren says,“I’d like to be on TV or the news. Advocating and being able to talk at The White House about Paxton would be my dream!” Lauren especially enjoys meeting all the families who shop at Maggie’s,“I love seeing them smiling. It makes me happy knowing that I’m bringing happiness to all of the people who are shopping.”
Learn more about Maggie’s Closet here: www.paxtoncampus.org/maggies-closet
iCanBike Camp 2020- June 22th-26th – CANCELED
Due to unforeseen circumstances from COVID-19, we have made the decision to cancel our 2020 iCan Bike Camp. Please check back in early 2021 for our next dates.
The Arc of Loudoun has partnered with Tuscarora’s Husky Buddies Program to present iCanBike Camp! This is a program offered to help children with disabilities learn to ride a two-wheel bicycle independently.
For any questions please e-mail Nyteisha Stith at nstith@thearcofloudoun.org
iCan Bike 2018
