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Support Groups

The following support groups are available through OPTIONS for Independence:

CONCERNED CITIZENS WITH DISABILITIES COALITION (CCDC)
This is an advocacy group committed to improving accessibility in communities and to removing barriers of all types.

YE OLD TYME CRAFTERS
Participants with visual disabilities meet to learn new adaptive skills for sewing, quilting, knitting, crocheting and various types of crafts.  Activities include individual and group projects, learning new crafts and having fun.

LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP
The Low Vision Support Group is for adults age 55 and older who have visual disabilities.  Activities include sharing concerns and feelings of isolation, problem solving techniques, tips on how to adapt the living environment, guest speakers and community awareness.

BRAIN INJURY SUPPORT GROUP
A Brain Injury Support Group is held once a month to offer peer support, problem solving, guest speakers, information on resources and community awareness.

PEER MENTORING SUPPORT GROUP
Support and training on disability resources by those who have "been there; done that" and want to share with others.

For more information such as dates and times of the Support Groups contact OPTIONS at (435) 753-5353 (V & TTY)