SCIL Support Groups
BRAIN INJURY
More than just a bump on the head! Though not always visible and sometimes seemingly minor, a head injury is complex. It can cause physical, cognitive, social, behavioral, and vocational changes. In many cases recovery becomes a lifelong process of adjustments and accommodations for the injured person and the family.
Join our support group and receive valuable information on how you and your family can cope. Caregivers are also encouraged to attend.
Facilitator: Julie Bentley, Peer Mentor
Meeting Times: 3rd Tuesday of each month from 5:30-7pm
Location: Suncoast Center for Independent Living
ACQUIRED DISABILITY
At any stage in our lives we may acquire a disability or medical condition. This support group is designed to assist individuals to understand and manage their disabilities, to enhance self-esteem, and to realize how to maximize the use of community resources.
Facilitator: Jack Sweeney, Community Resource Specialist
Meeting Times: 1st and 3rd Friday from 1-2:30pm
Location: Suncoast Center for Independent Living
HELPER'S AND ACHIEVERS TRANSITION YOUTH
H.A.T. is a youth led group that includes individuals with a disability ranging from 14 to 24 years old. H.A.T. seeks to empower youth to openly choose and discuss topics they feel are relevant to them and their independent living goals.
Facilitator: Jeremy Johnson, Independent Living Coordinator
Meeting Times: Weekly on Tuesdays from 3:30-4:30pm
Location: Suncoast Center for Independent Living
CAREER CLUB
The Career Club is designed to assist and teach individuals with disabilities from the age of 25 and over career skills to obtain and sustain a job in the community. Consumers will gain career knowledge from local guest speakers and community businesses. The club will focus on computer skills and internet tools to locate and retain a career in the community.
Facilitator: Lee Avant, Career Development Coordinator
Meeting Times: TBA, seating is limited
Location: Suncoast Center for Independent Living
