POAC-NoVA (Parents of Autistic Children of Northern Virginia)
Parents of Autistic Children of Northern Virginia
Springfield, Virginia - Fairfax County
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Jun 3, 2026
Springfield
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Provider overview
POAC-NoVA offers in-person caregiver support groups, educational meetings, and family social events for parents of autistic children across Northern Virginia.
Parents of Autistic Children of Northern Virginia (POAC-NoVA) is a volunteer-run nonprofit serving families of children with autism across Northern Virginia with support, education, and social events.
Quick facts
- Website
- https://poac-nova.org/
- Contact page
- https://poac-nova.org/what-we-do/
- Phone
- We did not find this in the public sources we checked
- Ages
- Parents and family caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder
- Season
- Year-round support groups, meetings, and seasonal family events
- Cost
- Confirm membership, whether events are free, and how to RSVP for the caregiver support group.
Location contacts
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Support group locations and dates change; one meeting noted a location change. Families should confirm and RSVP directly.
Programs and offerings
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Caregiver support groups and family events
In-person caregiver support group meetings, IEP and educational community meetings, and seasonal family social events for Northern Virginia autism families.
- Ages
- Parents and family caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder
- Season
- Year-round support groups, meetings, and seasonal family events
- Schedule
- Check the POAC-NoVA events page for current caregiver support group meetings, community meetings, and family events; RSVP by email.
- Cost
- Confirm membership, whether events are free, and how to RSVP for the caregiver support group.
How we checked this listing (1 public source)
Source notes only. They do not evaluate quality, safety, fit, or availability.
Listing check
- Last checked
- Jun 3, 2026
- Why this is listed
- Parents of Autistic Children of Northern Virginia (POAC-NoVA) holds in-person caregiver support group meetings for family caregivers, educational community meetings on topics such as the IEP, and recurring family social events including a summer BBQ pool party and a December holiday party.
- Sources used
- 1 public source
- Location contacts
- 1 public contact found
Program details we found
Caregiver support groups and family events
Parents of Autistic Children of Northern Virginia (POAC-NoVA) holds in-person caregiver support group meetings for family caregivers, educational community meetings on topics such as the IEP, and recurring family social events including a summer BBQ pool party and a December holiday party.
Inclusion and support details
What the provider says: The source names autism spectrum disorder, caregiver support group meetings, educational community meetings, the IEP, and family social events.
Access notes to confirm: Ask about caregiver support group dates and locations, RSVP, the listserv, family events, and IEP-focused meetings.
What we checked
What we found: Parents of Autistic Children of Northern Virginia (POAC-NoVA) holds in-person caregiver support group meetings for family caregivers, educational community meetings on topics such as the IEP, and recurring family social events including a summer BBQ pool party and a December holiday party.
We avoid ranking, recommending, evaluating quality, or making safety claims. Use the source links and contact the provider before enrolling.
Sources used
Public pages used for this listing.
- Provider websitePOAC-NoVA Caregiver Support Group
Please confirm current details directly before enrolling.
What to confirm
- Openings, deadlines, cost, and cancellation rules.
- Ages, eligibility, forms, and first-visit expectations.
- Support model, staff preparation, supervision, and safety policies.
- Exact location, entrance, parking, equipment, and what to bring.
Questions to ask before you register
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- Do you currently have openings, waitlists, deadlines, or intake steps?
- What ages, support needs, communication needs, mobility needs, or supervision levels can this specific program support?
- What should families know about cost, financial assistance, cancellation rules, forms, and first-visit expectations?
- Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?
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Is POAC-NoVA (Parents of Autistic Children of Northern Virginia) reviewed for quality by Inclusive Programs Guide?
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What information should families confirm with Parents of Autistic Children of Northern Virginia?
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