In this edition, we look at consumer success stories . Career opportunities at ECNV and information on our DME Program. Mark your calendar for various social, employment and information events for the coming months.
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When:
Sunday, April 14, 2019 10:30-1:30pm
Where:
Wakefield High School Aquatic Center 1325 S. Wakefield Street Arlington, VA 22206 (
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Description
We are inviting people of all abilities to join us for this Diveheart Scuba Experience Program!
Volunteers please arrive at 10 am
This event is completely free and open to everyone, regardless of ability or familiarity with scuba diving For more information, please contact:
Rosemary Ciotti- rosemary.ciotti@diveheart.org 703-309-8601
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When:
April 18th 12-1:30 pm
Where:
ECNV 2300 Clarendon Blvd Suite 250 Arlington, VA 22201
RSVP
: elizabethk@ecnv.org
Description
Disability Rights Advocates from the disability Law Center of Virginia will present on issues related to employment and disability. The Center believes that everyone should be employed to their maximum potential and will examine issues such as employment rights under the ADA, reasonable accommodations, and vocational rehabilitation services.
You can RSVP by emailing elizabethk@ecnv.org or calling (703) 525-3268. Please include any accommodation needs & pass along this information to job-hunting consumers.
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When:
May 30th 11-1
Where:
ECNV 2300 Clarendon Blvd Suite 250 Arlington, VA 22201
RSVP
: elizabethk@ecnv.org
Description
Tamara Smith from the FAA will come to speak to job seekers with disabilities about:
1. The FAA and the types of positions needed.
2. Tips on writing a federal resume.
3. Information on how to obtain a Schedule A letter and using it to apply for jobs.
4. How to ask for accommodations.
You can RSVP by emailing elizabethk@ecnv.org or calling (703) 525-3268. Please include any accommodation needs & pass along this information to job-hunting consumers.
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Social Groups
Connect4 Social Hour (ages 18-39)
When: Friday, May 17th 5:30 - 7:30
Where: Punch Bowl Social 4238 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203
RSVP: Email Elizabethk@ecnv.org or call 703 -525-3268
Description: Come join us at Punch Bowl for dinner and games. Giant Jenga,cards and board games are free. Bowling,table games and other activities have fees.
TGIF Social Group
When: May 3rd 5:30 - 7:30
Where: Delhi Dhaba 2424 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201
The ENDependence Social Group
When: Friday, April 19th 5:30-7:30pm
Where: 2300 Clarendon Blvd. Arlington, Virginia 22201
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Consumer Testimonials and Success Stories
Heather M.
"I met ECNV through someone that I used to personal train with. I learned a great deal about the services provided by the organization. Services such as: resume writing, interview skills, job placement, housing, transportation (travel training), social groups, technology accessibility and last but not least, Life Skills Training. I would highly recommend ECNV's services to anyone with a disability, from all walks of life. They have made me feel welcome and I feel like I have a good support system with them having my back. They strive to end my own dependence on others - which is synonymous to their name".
Brad W.
Brad was an ILS Consumer with some learning barriers. We worked on many things, including: reading, writing, math, resume building, job preparation, job applications, transportation using the buses and Metro Rail systems, transportation using his bike and Google Maps, and locating resources for housing options in his community. When Brad and I first started working together, He had trouble reading and writing any words longer than three letters.His reading and writing skills greatly improved over the course of a couple of months. Simultaneously, we were working on Brad’s math skills. When we first started, Brad could only add and subtract numbers that he was able to count with his fingers. It took some research, but I found a method called “Touch Math” that Brad was able to excel in. Using this method, Brad was able to add and subtract any numbers that I gave to him. We would practice using whiteboards and worksheets, and I would give him assignments to complete between our meetings. Unfortunately, Brad and I had to cut our time together short, but it was for a good reason. Because of the skills we were able to develop, Brad started working a full-time position, including benefits and was no longer in need of my services.
Mewael M.
“I have been homeless for six months from October 2019 - March and I was trying to solve this big trouble through several means however I could not make it. And I am passing through difficult life in shelter because I am disable. Finally since I start contact with ENDependence Center North Virginia (ECNV) and my problems start to get solution in a few days. First I get Metro access application so that I able to use Metro access transportation. Second set an appointment for interview on March 21/2019 to get voucher for housing. Third I had wheelchair problem and it is solved I get nice electric power wheelchair from ECNV. I hope housing problem will be solved soon.
Thank you so much Earnst for making me to get all this benefits and for being nice and for sharing my pains from bottom of heart."
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By: Elizabeth Kumar, Communications Manager
ECNV is looking for Travel Trainers and Medicaid Service Facilitators. If you or someone you know may be interested,send us your resume.
Click here to apply!
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Click here for more information about our program, how to donate and to view many of the equipment we have in our inventory.
For more information please contact selving@ecnv.org
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