Group Learning

This group is designed to help you develop your social communication skills in a fun and engaging environment.  Each session introduces a game or activity that allows participants to practice conversations, turn taking, asking questions, and self-advocacy strategies.  Group members may also help to lead activities with the facilitator. Learning Goals:  To develop social information sharing abilities To develop communication self-advocacy To p

This group is designed for people who use alternate forms of communication (e.g., iPads, specialized voice output devices, picture boards, gestures, sign language, PECS) to learn how to use their device, advocate for their own communication needs, and to practice social information sharing in a safe and welcoming environment alongside peers. Learning Goals:  To improve knowledge of how to use your AAC system To practice advocating for your comm

Learn how to identify feelings of grief and loss, improve your awareness of the stages of grief and mourning, and learn functional strategies for healthy coping and support. Learning Goals:  To help identify feelings of grief and loss. To improve awareness of the stages of grief and mourning To identify healthy coping strategies and supports When?  Tuesday, September 12 and 19 from 10:30 am to 12 pm Thursday, November 2 and 9 10:30 am to 12

Topics include: how to introduce yourself, meeting new people, dating and communication, components of healthy relationships, problem solving in relationships, and relationship/parenting choices. Learning Goals:  To understand building intimacy and different types of relationships To understand how to build positive healthy relationships To be aware of choices in planned parenthood When? Wednesdays, January 10 to February 14, 2024 Wednesdays,

This group covers topics such as: understanding your body, abuse prevention, solo sex, sexual acts and sexual health, sexual and gender identity, as well as types of relationships. Note: This psychoeducation series utilizes mature graphics to support participant learning and covers topics that may be sensitive to some participants.  All participants are coached for how to make a safety plan in the event additional support is needed during/after

This group uses the CIRCLES framework to help you map out the different types of relationships you have.  You will then learn social communication skills that you can apply to each type of relationship, and will practice your new skills within a group of peers with similar goals. Learning Goals:  To identify different types of relationships and a map on the CIRCLES framework To practice conversational skills to help with building friendships/r

Learn about the steps you need to keep your body clean, and how to reduce the risk of spreading germs. Participants will also learn abuse prevention strategies to apply when accepting personal care support. Learning Goals: To learn about abuse prevention strategies during personal care To learn the steps needed to keep your body clean To be aware of how to reduce the risk of spreading germs When?  Monday, September 18, 25, 2023 from 1:00 pm t

This group will help you to start planning for your own meal preparation through introducing you to food and kitchen safety information, meal planning, and how to shop for nutritional ingredients for meals.  You will also learn important safety tips for how to cook safely.  Please note, this is not a cooking class. Learning Goals: To improve awareness of nutrition and good food hygiene practices To make a plan for budgeting, menu planning and

Sometimes it can be hard to know who to trust and what information can be safely shared.  This group will help you to learn how to protect yourself and your personal information both online and in the community.  You’ll also improve your knowledge of safety risks in your own home. Learning Goals: To gain an understanding of what personal information is and how to keep it safe To improve awareness of internet safety strategies and identify on

A healthy sleep routine is an important part of your overall wellbeing.  This group will help you learn about the importance of good sleep habits, how to overcome challenges in your sleep routine, and how to make a plan to improve the quality of your sleep. Learning goals: To understand the benefits of good sleep hygiene To identify what gets in the way of a good night’s sleep To make a plan for good sleep habits When?  Tuesday, October 1

This session for caregivers will define and review the effects of trauma, guide participants to improve awareness of the effects of trauma on the body and brain and will introduce the importance of self-care for caregivers while understanding their role in supporting individuals who have experienced trauma. Learning Goals: To define and review effects of trauma To improve awareness of the effects of trauma on the body and brain To understand the

This foundational group learning will introduce you to the principles of mindfulness, grounding, and self care and give you the opportunity to practice coping strategies with a group of peers. Participants will learn how to recognize uncertainty and build resiliency.  This group will also prepare you to join our Wellness Drop-In Group for ongoing practice of your strategies and staying connected with peers. Learning Goals: To understand mindful