Day:MondaysTime:1:00 pmDuration:14 weeks beginning August 29thFacilitator:Justin DeLeonCourse Description:Managing money and navigating a complex financial world are key components of independence for everyone.  This course will begin with the basics of money management and how to access the tools and institutions available.Key Components:Basic money managementSaving for the futureHow to balance a checkbookUnderstanding CreditDebit Cards v Credit […]

Day:MondaysTime:3:00 pmDuration:14 weeks beginning August 29thFacilitator:Justin DeLeonCourse Description:Making critical choices in a healthy way is important to successful independence.  This course provides important tools and techniques for making responsible, informed choices and how to act in an adult manner.Key Components:Mature v Juvenile behaviorInformed choice and decision makingImproving interpersonal skills

Day:Tuesdays          Time:11:00 amDuration:14 weeks beginning August 30thFacilitator:Justin DeLeonCourse Description:There are numerous supports available for people with disabilities to live and work in their community.  Navigating these services can often be confusing and overwhelming.  In this 14-week course, learn about the supports available, meet the people involved and how to navigate the processes.Key Components:MHMRTWC-VRHousing Voucher Benefits PlanningLIHEAP

Day:TuesdaysTime:3:00 pmDuration:14 weeks beginning August 30thFacilitator:Mack MarshCourse Description:Fresh herbs and vegetables can be a healthy and economical part of everyone’s diet.  Learn how to grow a container garden for your kitchenKey Components:Container gardeningTAMU Teaching Garden field tripMaximizing SNAP benefits through gardening

Day:TuesdaysTime:4:00 pmDuration:14 weeks beginning August 30thFacilitator:Justin De LeonCourse Description:Learn how to safely access your kitchen and plan and prepare delicious, nutritious, and economical. Key Components:Food handlers certification Adapted cooking toolsKitchen safety and cleanlinessPlanning a healthy dietPreparing healthy recipesParing your kitchen garden with your kitchen

Course:Parenting to Independence – A 10 Tuesdays Class for ParentsDay:TuesdaysTime:6:00 pmDuration:10 sessions every other week beginning August 30thFacilitator:Mack MarshCourse Description:As parents we want our children to be safe, healthy, and move ever more toward independence.  As parents of a person with a disability, it is sometimes difficult to envision what independence looks like and how […]

Day:WednesdaysTime:11:00 amDuration:14 weeks beginning August 31stFacilitator:Justin DeLeonCourse Description:Driving is a serious responsibility.  In this course, you will learn the rules of the road and prepare for the Texas Written Driving Exam.  This course DOES NOT replace formal driver’s education.Key Components:Rules of the roadPreparation for the written driver’s test

Day:WednesdaysTime:1:00 pmDuration:14 weeks beginning August 31stFacilitator:Justin DeLeonCourse Description:Get your heart rate up and learn some new moves.  Dance is a fun, beautiful form of healthy exercise. Key Components:Why is dance importantDance as exerciseDifferent forms of dance

Day:WednesdaysTime:3:00 pmDuration:14 weeks beginning August 31stFacilitator:Ana San AndresCourse Description:Each week take a journey to a fun, meaningful location around town.  Learn to navigate various forms of transportation and learn the history and society of the B/CS CommunityKey Components:Transportation NavigationHistorically and culturally relevant destinationsRepresent people with disabilities and BVCIL in the community

Day:ThursdaysTime:11:00 amDuration:14 weeks beginning September 1stFacilitator:Justin DeLeonCourse Description:Get your sweat on!  Exercise is important to your physical and mental health.  Learn about exercise and take part in a high-intensity exercise classKey Components:Different types of exerciseHow to choose the right workoutGet that heart rate up

Day:ThursdaysTime:4:00 pmDuration:14 weeks beginning September 1stFacilitator:Mack MarshCourse Description:People with disabilities represent 20% of our population; it's important they have a voice.  In this group learn how to be an effective representative for the disability community and how to use your voice to influence programs and policy.Key Components:Systems advocacy