Our Stomping Ground offers a variety of programs including book clubs, games nights, art and fitness classes and more. We are always adding new events. Be sure to explore our calendar and register for those programs that are of interest. Some events are open to just residents of a specific community, some are open to residents and Friends of OSG, and others are open to anyone in the Northern VA area.
Join us for an informative webinar led by OSG Board Directors Paula Manion, Fredda Hurwitz, and Donna Budway to learn more about our mission to build inclusive communities, how we’re achieving positive change and how you can become a part of our growing community.
In 2022, two OSG apartment communities will open in Alexandria, with leasing starting as early as February. Join us to learn about the housing process and securing a spot for you or someone you know. Inclusive and independent living begins here. RSVP below for the Zoom link.
We're hosting a free info webinar just for you. We'll discuss our new communities opening soon, how to start the housing process, our mission, and more. Our speakers will be OSG Chair Paula Manion, OSG Programming Director Donna Budway, Melissa Blackburn of SafeinHome, and Senior Regional Housing Coordinator Jeannie Cummins of Virginia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services. Please sign up for the Zoom link. For questions, email info@ourstompingground.org
You're invited to our virtual meeting to discuss the exciting possibilities and benefits of being a roommate to an individual with DD in one of our communities. In this forum you will: Engage in discussion about roommate expectations and responsibilities Learn about the benefits of being a roommate Meet roommate alumni to discuss their experiences Have the opportunity to ask questions Briefly learn about our 5 communities in Alexandria City, Arlington, Herndon, and Fairfax County This forum is open to… Read More »Recruiting Roommates for New OSG Communities
Learn the nuts and bolts of how to lease up at one of the OSG communities. We currently have two communities opened in Alexandria and Arlington and are expecting three more opening in 2022 with leasing starting as early as February. You can learn more about our communities here. Webinar hosts include OSG Board Members, Jeannie Cummins of DBHDS, and a Wesley Housing representative. Please register below to recieve the Zoom link. All are welcome! Please use our contact form… Read More »Housing Information Webinar
If you're a new renter or are exploring independent living, please join NOVA Housing and Supportive Services (VAHSS) and Our Stomping Ground to participate in a quarterly meet & greet, this time to discuss electronic home-based supports. We'll tour Queens Court and see several apartments where adults with DD live independently. Then, we’ll experiment with different technology systems from SafeinHome. These systems help support people with developmental disabilities to live in homes of their own. Feel free to bring your dinner if you'd like.… Read More »Independent Living Meet & Greet
Requested by popular demand, parents & caregivers are invited to our virtual meeting to discuss the possibilities of roommates/live-in aides for an individual with DD in one of our communities. In this forum you will: Engage in discussion about roommate expectations and responsibilities Learn about the recruitment process Meet roommate alumni to discuss their experiences Have the opportunity to ask questions Briefly learn about our 5 communities in Alexandria City, Arlington, Herndon, and Fairfax County (if interested in learning more… Read More »Roommates for New OSG Communities – Parent & Caregiver Forum
