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The Arc of Virginia

The Arc of Virginia is dedicated to protecting the rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We promote self-advocacy, shape policy solutions, and support the full inclusion of individuals in the community. Get involved and help us create a life of dignity and equality for all.

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The Arc of Virginia

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  1. The Arc of Virginia A Life Like Yours

  2. About Us Our Mission. The Arc of Virginia promotes and protects the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supports their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes. Our Vision. People with intellectual and developmental disabilities are valued as classmates, coworkers, neighbors, citizens and friends.

  3. About Us • We promote self-advocacy • We ensure self-advocates have a seat at the table whenever policy is discussed • We help to shape solutions to resolve problems in Virginia’s ID and DD services systems • State chapter of The Arc of the United States • Comprised of 24 local chapters from across the Commonwealth

  4. Self-Advocacy Katherine Olson, Peer Mentor Coordinator What is self-advocacy? • Making your own decisions • Bringing people with ID and DD together • Protection • Ending discrimination What is it like to be a self-advocate? • Made me a stronger person • Meet others with similar concerns • Taught me to be determined and independent How can others get involved? • Call your local Arc chapter • If there isn’t a local chapter, consider starting one! For a full list of self-advocacy groups, visit The Arc of Virginia.

  5. The Arc Position Statements • Quality of Life Summary • Advocacy Position Statement • Inclusion Position Statement • Self-Advocacy Statement • Life in the Community Summary • Education Position Statement • Employment Position Statement • Waiting Lists Position Statement For a comprehensive list of Statements, please visit The Arc of Virginia.

  6. Resources and Services • Early Intervention - New Path • Education • Guardianship, Trusts, ABLE Accounts • Housing Options for Adults • Medicaid Waivers • SSI, Social Security and Work Incentive Programs For a comprehensive list of resources and services, please visit The Arc of Virginia.

  7. New Path • Promotes Early Intervention and its importance • Provides support and information • Navigate EI and transition • Introduce families to other families

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