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Where Persons With Disabilities Can Lead Extraordinary Lives

Life should be a beautiful, remarkable experience for every individual, regardless of his or her background or capabilities. With this in mind, Beacon – Virginia provides residential, behavior consultation, crisis support services and day support services to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As we help the persons we support broaden their horizons and embrace new dreams, lives are transformed and entire communities benefit.

All our programs are licensed by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services. We also collaborate with all Community Service Boards in the state of Virginia, however, our homes are located in Prince William, Fairfax and Stafford Counties.

Our Residences

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We are committed to supporting our residents in any way we can.

Residential Services

We provide exceptional residential services to adults with developmental disabilities.

Day Program Services

Our Day Programs offer a wide variety of engaging activities and meaningful supports through Group Day, Community Engagement and Community Coaching services.

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Behavioral Consultation

We recognize that there are times when an individual may require additional supports to help them achieve behavior stability.

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Our Tenets of Success

Beacon – Virginia believes that through our ICARE values and our core tenets that we can achieve anything. As we operate with integrity and dedication to our beliefs, the people and communities we serve can depend on and find confidence in a trusted partner. We strive to empower persons living with disabilities to broaden their horizons and embrace new dreams. We envision communities where persons with intellectual disabilities can thrive. In our day-to-day operations, this looks like working towards independence, active lifestyle choices that are tailored to each person’s needs, preferences, and desires, and a feeling of fulfillment for everyone.

Health & Safety

Maintaining the health and safety of the persons we support is our number one priority. We have several quality assurance measures including closely monitoring needs with a comprehensive electronic healthcare records management system. We create a culture of accountability for healthcare follow up with a combination of clear communication, training, regular staff monitoring of performance and holding staff accountable. We also consult with an independent registered nurse who audits medication storage, administration procedures, and training.

Technology

In order to provide the most effective and efficient services, Beacon – Virginia embraces the use of technology throughout its programs. By integrating technology, we are able to do our job more efficiently, which allows us to put the focus where it belongs- On the persons we support. Beacon – Virginia uses an electronic records management system. We are one of the few providers in the state of Virginia that uses a comprehensive electronic system. Our electronic system is web based and allows authorized family members, Support Coordinators and county and state officials to review a person’s real time experiences.

Dignity

We create an environment where supported persons can voice their opinions and exercise control over their lives, and advocate for themselves. For example, supported persons take part in the selection of their homes and common area furniture when possible. Personal choice of supported persons can be seen in their bedroom decor, menu selection, and their house leisure and recreational activities. Each site also facilitates house or program meetings where persons in the program have a place to voice their opinions. Persons in our programs are involved in choosing on-site and community activities, developing the menu, and scheduling classes and performance.

Communication

Beacon – Virginia believes in administering a transparent program through open, honest and frequent communication with family and stakeholders. We encourage active family involvement and provide opportunities for feedback through the development of stakeholder satisfaction surveys and regular and consistent communication between management and family. No one can care for your family member like you can and we respect that and value you as a team member.

Community Inclusion

We define high quality programs by our ability to offer the persons we support as many opportunities as possible to participate in the community. We assist supported persons in participating in activities unique to their interests and preferences. We do more than just access community resources. We work with supported persons to identify their preferences. Participants lead rich, full lives where they are exposed to many community-based activities including nontraditional experiences and and engagements. Supported persons are immersed in the community in an effort to create community connections leading to natural supports and feeling of belonging and worth.