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image of an information card about the Affordable Connectivity Program. In the top section of the image is a family with brown skin and black hair, two parents, male and female,  and a teenager, female, looking at a laptop. In the bottom section of the image is an older adult male, light skinned, bald with glasses and a short beard holding a tablet.

What is it?

The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC program that helps connect families and households struggling to afford internet service.

The benefit provides:

  • Up to $30/month discount for internet service
  • Up to $75/month discount for households on qualifying Tribal lands; and
  • A one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, desktop computer or tablet purchased through a participating provider

Two Steps To Enroll

  • 1. Go to AffordableConnectivity.gov to submit an application or print a mail-in application
  • 2. Contact your preferred participating provider to select an eligible plan and have the discount applied to your bill.

Learn More

Call 877-384-2575, or visit fcc.gov/acp

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Text says Northern Virginia Resource Center & Roll'em Bones Presents Board Games Day @ Oakton, VA

Sunday, April 30th, 2023
Time:  11 AM - 4 PM

$5.00 per person
Play any games
CASHAPP:$rollembones
VENMO: @rollembones

Address:
10467 White Granite Drive, Suite 312, Oakton, VA 22124

📅 Date: Sunday, April 30, 2023
⏰ Time: 11 AM to 4 PM

📍 Location: Northern Virginia Resource Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Persons
10467 White Granite Dr, Suite 312
Oakton, VA 22124
(NEW LOCATION!)

🤝 Cohosts: Northern Virginia Resource Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Persons & Roll'em Bones Cafe

🎲 Join us for a fun and engaging ASL Board Game Day! In collaboration with Northern Virginia Resource Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Persons (NVRC) and Roll'em Bones Cafe, we invite you to a day filled with laughter, learning, and friendly competition. Roll'em Bones Cafe has previously hosted ASL Board Game events at Streetcar 82 Brewing in Hyattsville, MD and is excited to partner with NVRC for this event.

💵 Cost: $5 to Roll'em Bones Cafe, payable via cash, Venmo app (@rollembones), or Cash App ($rollembones)

🙏 Donation: $ preferred amount to NVRC, which depends on the generosity of individuals like you to continue their vital work. Your donation can help provide critical services and support to those who need it most. Every dollar counts and can make a significant difference in the lives of individuals who are d/Deaf and hard of hearing. Donations can be made via Zelle (accounting@nvrc.org ) or PayPal https://www.paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/2058735 or cash/check at the door.

🎯 What to expect:

  • Roll'em Bones Cafe will bring a variety of board games for everyone to enjoy. Brian Suchite, the founder of Roll'em Bones Cafe, will be available to answer questions and assist in playing games.
  • NVRC will have snacks and beverages for purchase for a nominal donation to keep you fueled throughout the day!

📣 Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to connect with others, learn new games, and support a great cause. Bring your friends, family, and competitive spirit – we can't wait to see you there!

ASL classes

NOTE:  This class is now full.  Registration is closed.  If you want to join the wait list, please email execdirector@nvrc.org.


When: Wednesdays, April 20-May 25, 2022 7:00-8:00 PM, Zoom

Are you a parent of a deaf or hard of hearing young preschooler or kindergartener, interested in learning ASL to communicate more effectively? Join this virtual 6-week class with an experienced teacher.

You must register for the class. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

This interactive class will cover topics such as food signs, routine signs, colors, numbers 0-20, common greetings and phrases, rooms and commonly used items in the home, places in the community, community helpers, family signs and topics of interest of the participants. The instructor will share strategies on how to appropriately get the attention and strategies to make communication more successful.

*This class is limited to and free of charge to parents of a deaf or hard of hearing child. Please sign up as soon as possible as class size is limited.

Questions? Email execdirector@nvrc.org.

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Two bills - HB 649 and SB 265 are introduced in the Virginia General Assembly. The Senate Committee are meeting today, January 27 at 12:00 PM at Virginia General Assembly about SB 265. See more information about SB 265.

Find out who is your legislator and contact your State Senator to vote YES on SB 265.

See Virginia Lead-K for more information. See YouTube video about SB 265.

ASL classes

NVRC is planning to offer a free, online 4 week intro to sign language class for parents starting in mid-February. We would like your input into what should be covered.

Please fill out our short survey to provide input.

Thank you.