It is governed by the Alexandria Community Services board, which is appointed to oversee programs serving citizens with mental disabilities.
Programs serve Alexandria City residents only.
Services for adults with mental retardation include case management, center and community-based vocational services and residential services, such as group homes, supervised apartments and supported living. Services for children with developmental delays or mental retardation include case management and parent-infant education. MRS also meets consumer needs by contracting with private service providers in the region. The Arc of Northern Virginia. Revised on June 20, 1998.