The Arc of Loudoun

The Arc of Loudoun The Arc of Loudoun is a lifelong partner for people with disabilities and their families, providing services, education, advocacy, and therapy.
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We serve as a regional hub for support through three Centers of Excellence, reaching 5,000+ people each year. Founded in 1967, The Arc of Loudoun advocates for, educates, serves, and supports people with disabilities and their families, serving more than 7,000 people each year including people with disabilities, their families, caregivers, educators, advocates; Arc volunteers; Veterans; members of

the law enforcement, first responder and judicial system communities. At The Arc of Loudoun, we believe in creating a just and equitable world for people with disabilities—and we work toward that goal every day through our three core centers:

Ability Fitness Center – Promoting strength and mobility through fitness-based therapy
ALLY Advocacy Center – Empowering individuals and families through advocacy and support
The Aurora School – Providing specialized education for students with developmental disabilities

With more than 24,000 people with disabilities in Loudoun County, our work is far from done. But with your support, we can continue building a more inclusive community—one where everyone belongs.

06/18/2026

Congratulations to our 2026 Beth Mills Service Award Winner, John Walsh!

John Walsh, Vice President and General Manager of The National Conference Center, invited The Arc to explore NCC as a potential home, and we signed a lease to move Ability Fitness Center into its wonderful space in August 2025. When faced with the urgent need just a week after that to relocate Aurora School, John immediately stepped in to make a home for the school. From that moment on, John has fully embodied “going above and beyond” to support The Arc’s mission. His radical hospitality has ensured that our students and clients continued to receive the critical services they needed, with minimal interruption, throughout the past year. Thank you John!

We can't wait for iCan Bike Camp next week! 🚲 Building on more than twenty years of research at the University of Illino...
06/17/2026

We can't wait for iCan Bike Camp next week! 🚲 Building on more than twenty years of research at the University of Illinois, this camp will teach many new riders how to independently ride a two-wheel bike!

Many thanks to our sponsors who supported our camp this year!
NOVEC HELPS Home2 Suites by Hilton Clover Leaf Wealth Strategies We Rock the Spectrum - Loudoun Wegmans NOVA Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics

Join us THIS Saturday, June 13th, from 10am-12:30pm at Riverside High School for the Loudoun Safety Fair! 🍦🚒🍦We welcome ...
06/12/2026

Join us THIS Saturday, June 13th, from 10am-12:30pm at Riverside High School for the Loudoun Safety Fair! 🍦🚒🍦

We welcome anyone looking to practice traffic stops (any new drivers out there?), kids who want to climb on a fire truck (who doesn't?), and everyone who loves FREE ice cream to come and join us - while learning more about safety resources in our neighborhood. See you there!

Thank you Governor of Virginia for signing HB 37! By removing the sunset date, this legislation permanently protects fam...
06/11/2026

Thank you Governor of Virginia for signing HB 37! By removing the sunset date, this legislation permanently protects families and individuals with developmental disabilities from losing their critical Medicaid waiver eligibility if their SSDI payments exceed the standard monthly SSI limit. We value your support in working towards a just, equitable world for people with disabilities!

Join us THIS Saturday, June 13th from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm to practice traffic stops, touch a truck, and enjoy free Hers...
06/09/2026

Join us THIS Saturday, June 13th from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm to practice traffic stops, touch a truck, and enjoy free Hershey’s ice cream at the Loudoun Safety Fair!

The Loudoun Safety Fair hosted by The Arc of Loudoun is an interactive event designed to help people of all ages and their families engage with first responders and prepare for real-world situations. Practice Traffic Stops offers an opportunity for new and more experienced drivers to engage with law enforcement to “practice” how to navigate a traffic stop or an accident.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn safety skills and connect with community resources!
Learn more: https://thearcofloudoun.org/event/safety-fair-2026/

Many thanks!
Loudoun County Sheriff's Office Leesburg Police Department Loudoun County Fire and Rescue The Arc of Northern Virginia 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline Driver Rehabilitation Center of Excellence

Ability Fitness Center is a place where second chances abound, physical abilities are challenged, encouragement is given...
06/08/2026

Ability Fitness Center is a place where second chances abound, physical abilities are challenged, encouragement is given, smiles are everywhere, and new friendships are made - a community of hope, health, and healing!

Less than one week until The Arc of Loudoun's Annual Meeting!Join us on Tuesday, June 9 at 5:00 pm for The Arc of Loudou...
06/05/2026

Less than one week until The Arc of Loudoun's Annual Meeting!

Join us on Tuesday, June 9 at 5:00 pm for The Arc of Loudoun’s Annual Meeting, a special gathering to celebrate our impact, recognize outstanding contributions, and look ahead to the future.

Register Today! We can't wait to see you there!
thearcofloudoun.org/events

Happy World Bicycle Day! Many of us know the thrill of riding a bike, but recent research shows that over 80% of people ...
06/04/2026

Happy World Bicycle Day! Many of us know the thrill of riding a bike, but recent research shows that over 80% of people with Autism and 90% of people with Down syndrome never learn to ride a two-wheel bicycle.

🚲 Share the joy of riding by signing up for iCan Bike camp the week of June 22nd! Riders and volunteers welcome! 🚲

https://thearcofloudoun.org/event/icanbike-june-2026/

🚲 Join us for iCan Bike camp the week of June 22nd - there are still a few rider spots available! Volunteers are also we...
05/30/2026

🚲 Join us for iCan Bike camp the week of June 22nd - there are still a few rider spots available! Volunteers are also welcome! 🚲

Recent research shows that over 80% of people with Autism and 90% of people with Down syndrome never learn to ride a two-wheel bicycle. iCan Bike defies those odds! The program builds on more than twenty years of research at the University of Illinois.

👉 Learn more and register today: https://thearcofloudoun.org/event/icanbike-june-2026/

Eileen Shaffer, Director of the Ally Advocacy Center, is a winner of the 2026 disAbility Impact Awards from disAbility L...
05/28/2026

Eileen Shaffer, Director of the Ally Advocacy Center, is a winner of the 2026 disAbility Impact Awards from disAbility Law Center of Virginia!

Eileen was honored for her advocacy, leadership, and commitment to supporting individuals with disabilities and their families throughout Northern Virginia. Through her work with the Ally Advocacy Center at The Arc of Loudoun and the creation of the Disability Resource Fair, Eileen has helped connect hundreds of families to critical resources, services, and community support.

Congratulations Eileen on this well-deserved honor!

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18665 Conference Center Drive
Leesburg, VA
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