The Arc of Loudoun

10/28/2026

Mark your calendar for Saturday, November 14th from 10:00 to 1:00. We’re excited to participate in this year’s Community on Purpose event at Claude Moore Rec Center!

Stop by our table and learn about local disability services, community resources, and how The Arc of Loudoun's Ally Advocacy Center supports individuals and families throughout Loudoun County.

We are here to help you or someone you care about find the resources you need to thrive.

Loudoun County Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS) will host the 2026 Community on Purpose event on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Claude Moore Recreation & Community Center. The event will bring together residents, local businesses, volunteers and community organizations for a day focused on community service, building connections and fostering engagement to strengthen the Loudoun County community.

This free event welcomes all ages and showcases local small businesses, nonprofits, community groups, and resources available in Loudoun County. This interactive event takes place indoors, where you can collect connection tickets for chances to win giveaways and prizes!

Attendees will have the opportunity to support and shop at small businesses, participate in a donation drive, explore volunteer opportunities, discover local resources and programs, connect with nonprofits and service providers, support young entrepreneurs, and contribute to the community.

As part of the event, several vendors will be collecting donations for those in need. Visit the donation drive section at Community on Purpose webpage at loudoun.gov/CommuntyOnPurpose for a list of needed items. Donations will be accepted only on the day of the event at the participating organization's table.

The Claude Moore Recreation and Community Center is located at 46105 Loudoun Park Lane in Sterling, VA.

10/26/2026

🍷 Join us at Old Farm W**ery at Hartland for the LoCo W**e Festival! We will be there Saturday (11/21) and Sunday (11/22) from 12pm-5pm. Come spend the day with us and many other amazing vendors and local wineries!

A portion of net proceeds will benefit The Arc of Loudoun, supporting people with disabilities in our community. Come raise a glass for a great cause!

🎟 Get your tickets today: https://www.facebook.com/share/19RXA84cgN/
💸 Discount code: ARC10

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10/23/2026

The Arc of the United States shares a few small changes to make Halloween more accessible for children with disabilities - and make the night more welcoming for everyone!

10/19/2026

Are you a nonprofit employee or staff member looking to better serve your clients? Join us for our Mental Health First Aid training this week - we'll help you build the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis.

📆 Thursday, October 22nd and Friday, October 23rd from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
📍 Loudoun Hunger Relief, Leesburg, VA

Mental Health First Aid is a public education, certification program offered by The Arc of Loudoun and Loudoun County Government Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Services (MHSADS) that teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. These courses are offered free of charge to anyone in the Loudoun community. Register on our website today!

10/16/2026

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and this year's theme is "Celebrating Value and Talent." 🎉

People with disabilities bring skills, experience, and perspective to every workplace, yet only 40.3% of working-age people with disabilities are employed, compared with 75% of people without disabilities. The problem isn't a lack of talent. It's barriers like bias, inaccessible hiring processes, and too few opportunities.

This post from The Arc of the United States covers why disability employment matters, what workplace accommodations really cost (often nothing!), and practical ways employers can build more inclusive workplaces.

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), and this year’s theme is "Celebrating Value and Talent." People with disabilities bring skills, creativity, and perspective that strengthen every workplace. Yet, hiring barriers and bias still shut many out. Only about 38% of people with disabilities are employed, compared to 75% of those without disabilities. This month is a chance to raise awareness, challenge bias, and promote inclusive practices that benefit everyone.

Learn more about NDEAM on our blog and take the next step toward building a more inclusive workplace: https://bit.ly/4hw8iMR

10/15/2026

Join us in sharing a warm welcome to Allison Branick, The Arc of Loudoun’s newest board member!

Allison Branick has been a long-time Loudoun County resident, serving in a variety of roles within Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS). Her experience spans both self-contained classrooms and inclusive settings, where she provided specialized instruction and support to students within the general education environment. For the past six years, Allison has worked as an Educational Diagnostician with LCPS. In this role, she collaborates closely with school psychologists, social workers, educators, and families to evaluate students suspected of having educational disabilities, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations while helping students access the services and supports they need to succeed.

Allison’s interest in joining the Board of The Arc of Loudoun stems from her deep commitment to serving individuals with disabilities and their families. Supporting people with diverse abilities has been a defining focus of both her professional and personal life. Through her board service, Allison hopes to further advance opportunities, advocacy, and inclusion for individuals with disabilities throughout the Loudoun County community.

10/09/2026

💪 10/10 effort indeed - so much fun at Ability Games this year!

10/08/2026

Don't miss tonight's Congressional Candidate Forum, representing the 10th and 11th districts! Join us virtually at 6:00 pm!

10/07/2026

Last week's Travel Training was a great opportunity to learn and practice essential public transportation skills. We traveled from One Loudoun to Tysons and back, building confidence and independence in the community!

Many thanks to ECNV - ENDependence Center of Northern Virginia for joining us!