Community Services

Melwood's Community Support Services supports more than 1200 children, youth and adults with differing abilities to work and play where and how they choose.


Melwood's Community Support Services supports more than 1200 children, youth and adults with differing abilities to work and play where and how they choose.

Community Services

Services such as employee support services, day services, supported living and recreation enable individuals with differing abilities to maximize their independence and inclusion within the community through customized programs that nurture their aspirations to live a fulfilling life.

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    Operation: Tohidu

    For veterans and active duty military, Operation: Tohidu® is a therapeutic retreat, helping them tackle PTSD head-on.

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    Facility Based Services

    Melwood's Facility Based Services enable individuals with differing abilities to maximize their independence and inclusion within the community.

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    Therapeutic Services

    Melwood offers therapeutic services for individuals who are interested in learning new skills, volunteering, and enjoying all that life has to offer.

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    Community Based Services

    Community Based Services was developed to provide supports and services to individuals with differing abilities and their families.

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    Community Support: Vocational

    Vocational Support
    Employment Services

    The goal of the program is to help individuals prepare for, obtain and keep permanent paid employment in their desired career field. The services provided are aligned with the person-centered planning tenets which focus on the individual’s interests, preferences, skills, and abilities.

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    Community Services: TANF

    Melwood JOBS (TANF- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families)

    In partnership with Arlington DHS, Alexandria DCHS and the Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS), TANF recipients of disabilities abilities gain specialized and intensive employment and life management support services.

Announcing Operation: Tohidu® for Women


Melwood is excited to announce specialized sessions just for women veterans and active duty members of the military. Join other women warriors and begin the healing process today.

Operation: Tohidu®
for Women

Job Opportunities

Melwood offers a number of career opportunities to people with differing abilities. Find your new career here.

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