ECNV Newsletter: October/November
In this issue: We recognizes ECNV's youth transitions LEAP Awards winners, discuss ECNV's International Conference on Independent Living, talk about emergency preparedness strategies for people with disabilities, and highlight important changes to the Medicaid Waiver Waitlist program.

Disability Leaders From Six Nations Meet At ECNV to Learn About The Independent Living Movement



Upcoming Events
ECNV's Annual Holiday Celebration is fast approaching. The event is free to attend and will include food, refreshments, music, and an opportunity for community members to mingle and celebrate the holiday season, so don't miss out! Please RSVP by December 9th to [email protected] or 703-525-3268.


When: December 1, 2016, 12-1:30 p.m.
Where: 2300 Clarendon Blvd, suit 305, Arlington VA, 22201

Stop by ECNV on December 1, 2016 at 12 p.m. for an interactive employment workshop presented by Angela Saiza Starling of Volunteer Fairfax, where she will discuss how her organization can match you with your ideal volunteering position.
RSVP: [email protected] or call 703-525-3268
When: December 2, 2016, 6:00 p.m.
Where: ECNV, 2300 Clarendon Blvd, suit 305, Arlington VA

Let's all get together and celebrate our friendships by meeting up at ECNV for an unforgettable Friendsgiving celebration! ECNV will be providing the turkey and drinks, and we kindly ask our guests to bring their favorite side dishes and desserts to share with one another. So stop by to hang out with old friends, make new ones, and have an all-around good time!
RSVP by November 30: [email protected] or 703-673-4497


The ENDependence Social Group , Friday, November 18, 5:30-7:30 p.m., ECNV, 2300 Clarendon Blvd, Suite 305, Arlington VA 22201. Join us for food and fun for $5!
To RSVP email [email protected] or call 703-525-3268

TGIF Social Group will be meeting for dinner at Silver Diner on Friday, December 2, 6-8 p.m., 3200 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201. You are warmly invited to join us! To RSVP email [email protected] or call 703-525-3268

The ENDependence Social Group , Friday, December 9, 5:30-7:30 p.m., ECNV, 2300 Clarendon Blvd, Suite 305, Arlington VA 22201. Join us for food and fun for $5!
To RSVP email [email protected] or call 703-525-3268
ECNV Spotlight

By Tracee L. Garner (LEND Peer Mentor)
After getting caught in Hurricane Mathew, Tracee decided to provide detailed emergency strategies for people with disabilities.

ECNV would like to congratulate Hoang Phan, Oscar Cuevas, Huang Vuan, Ashley Benteler, and Stephen Snyder for being selected as this year’s LEAP awards winners. Each year, The ENDependence Center of Northern Virginia (ECNV), through a grant from the HSC Foundation, provides the LEAP awards to support youth and young adults with disabilities in transitioning to the next step in their lives and careers.

The ENDependence Center of Northern Virginia (ECNV) was honored to host an international panel discussion about independent living at its headquarters in Arlington, VA.

Funding Available for Those on Medicaid Waiver Waitlist

By Jennifer Reese (LEND Director)

Jennifer discusses new funding measures that are available for people on the Medicaid Waiver Waitlist. The article also provides consumers with application details and contact information for questions and inquiries.

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