DIY LifeSkills – Young Adults 18-24
Join The Whole Person for DIY Life Skills, a peer group designed for youth ages 18-24 who want to learn and strengthen their independent living skills. Held every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:00–3:00 PM, this small-group setting is open to all Consumers and covers essential topics like relationships, communication, hygiene, advocacy, healthy eating, employment, and more! December’s Theme: Confidence In December, we’ll focus on building and boosting your confidence. We’ll explore what confidence looks like to you personally and why it’s so important for achieving your goals and handling life’s challenges. Through discussion and sharing, we’ll uncover practical ways to build self-assurance and overcome self-doubt. After the conversation, we’ll celebrate confidence with a creative activity—frosted Christmas trees—to get into the holiday spirit while reinforcing the importance of believing in yourself. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Michelle Mitchell at 816-627-2207 or mmitchell@thewholeperson.org.
DIY LifeSkills – Young Adults 18-24
Join The Whole Person for DIY Life Skills, a peer group designed for youth ages 18-24 who want to learn and strengthen their independent living skills. Held every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:00–3:00 PM, this small-group setting is open to all Consumers and covers essential topics like relationships, communication, hygiene, advocacy, healthy eating, employment, and more! November’s Theme: Time Management In November, we’ll explore the importance of time management and how you can apply it to your everyday life. We’ll discuss practical ways to manage your time effectively, including how to prioritize tasks and avoid procrastination. You’ll also have the chance to share one step you would take to improve your time management skills. After the discussion, we’ll have a fun pumpkin painting craft to get creative and reinforce the idea of managing your time wisely. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Michelle Mitchell at 816-627-2207 or mmitchell@thewholeperson.org.
DIY LifeSkills – Young Adults 18-24
Join The Whole Person for DIY Life Skills, a peer group designed for youth ages 18-24 who want to learn and strengthen their independent living skills. Held every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:00–3:00 PM, this small-group setting is open to all Consumers and covers essential topics like relationships, communication, hygiene, advocacy, healthy eating, employment, and more! October’s Theme: Getting Organized In October, we’ll focus on the importance of being organized and how it can help reduce stress and increase productivity in both personal and work life. We’ll discuss simple strategies for staying organized and how being organized can make everyday tasks easier and more manageable. After the discussion, we’ll have a fun activity making a Halloween stress ball to help manage any stress while adding a spooky touch to your workspace. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Michelle Mitchell at 816-627-2207 or mmitchell@thewholeperson.org.
DIY LifeSkills – Young Adults 18-24
Join The Whole Person for DIY Life Skills, a peer group designed for youth ages 18-24 who want to learn and strengthen their independent living skills. Held every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:00–3:00 PM, this small-group setting is open to all Consumers and covers essential topics like relationships, communication, hygiene, advocacy, healthy eating, employment, and more! September’s Theme: The Power of Teamwork This month, we’ll explore the importance of teamwork in everyday life and discuss how working together can lead to greater success and positive outcomes. We’ll talk about what teamwork looks like in different situations, and share examples of how collaboration helps us achieve our goals. After the discussion, we’ll have a fun craft activity where we’ll create an apple tree using Fruit Loops to represent how each team member contributes to the bigger picture. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Michelle Mitchell at 816-627-2207 or mmitchell@thewholeperson.org.
DIY LifeSkills – Young Adults 18-24
Join The Whole Person for DIY Life Skills, a peer group designed for youth ages 18-24 who want to learn and strengthen their independent living skills. Held every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:00–3:00 PM, this small-group setting is open to all Consumers and covers essential topics like relationships, communication, hygiene, advocacy, healthy eating, employment, and more! August’s Theme: Employment Tips In August, we’ll focus on key steps for finding a career that fits you and how to identify the skills you’re good at. We’ll discuss strategies for job searching, building a resume, and preparing for interviews, while also exploring how to match your strengths with potential career paths. After the discussion, we’ll get creative with a fun craft activity. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Michelle Mitchell at 816-627-2207 or mmitchell@thewholeperson.org.
DIY Life Skills – July
Join The Whole Person for DIY Life Skills, a peer group designed for youth ages 18-24 who want to learn and strengthen their independent living skills. Held every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:00–3:00 PM, this small-group setting is open to all Consumers and covers essential topics like relationships, communication, hygiene, advocacy, healthy eating, employment, and more! July’s Theme: Communication Skills In July, we’ll explore the different types of communication we use every day and why each one is important. We’ll discuss how we communicate verbally through spoken words, nonverbally through body language, in writing through texts and emails, and visually through images. Understanding all these forms of communication helps us connect more effectively with others. After the discussion, we’ll engage in a fun craft to reinforce the idea of how we express ourselves! For more information or to RSVP, please contact the Youth & Adult Support Team 816-561-0304.
DIY Life Skills – June
Join The Whole Person for DIY Life Skills, a peer group designed for youth ages 18-24 who want to learn and strengthen their independent living skills. Held every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:00–3:00 PM, this small-group setting is open to all Consumers and covers essential topics like relationships, communication, hygiene, advocacy, healthy eating, employment, and more! June’s Theme: Pool Safety In June, we’ll dive into the importance of pool safety and how to stay safe while enjoying the water. We’ll discuss key safety tips, such as what to avoid near pools and the best practices to prevent accidents. A speaker will share valuable insights, offering guidance on staying safe around pools this summer. Afterward, we’ll have a fun craft activity—creating Mason jar aquariums! For more information or to RSVP, please contact the Youth & Adult Support Team 816-561-0304. DIY Life Skills June 2025 Flyer
DIY Life Skills Peer Group – May
Join The Whole Person for DIY Life Skills, a peer group designed for youth ages 18-24 who want to learn and strengthen their independent living skills. Held every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:00–3:00 PM, this small-group setting is open to all Consumers and covers essential topics like relationships, communication, hygiene, advocacy, healthy eating, employment, and more! May’s Theme: Manners Matter In May, we’ll focus on why having good manners is important in building positive relationships and creating a respectful environment. We’ll discuss how using manners every day can make a big difference in how we communicate and interact with others. Participants will also get hands-on with a fun activity—making garden pudding cups to enjoy together! For more information or to RSVP, please contact The Whole Person
DIY Life Skills Peer Group – April
Join The Whole Person for DIY Life Skills, a peer group designed for youth ages 18-24 who want to learn and strengthen their independent living skills. Held every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:00–3:00 PM, this small-group setting is open to all Consumers and covers essential topics like relationships, communication, hygiene, advocacy, healthy eating, employment, and more! April’s Theme: Self Love In April, we’ll explore the importance of self-love and why it’s essential for overall well-being. We’ll talk about different ways to practice self-care and love on yourself, from positive affirmations to setting healthy boundaries. Participants will also take part in a creative craft to help reinforce these self-love practices. For more information or to RSVP, please contact The Whole Person
DIY Life Skills Peer Group – March
Join The Whole Person for DIY Life Skills, a peer group designed for youth ages 18-24 who want to learn and strengthen their independent living skills. Held every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:00–3:00 PM, this small-group setting is open to all Consumers and covers essential topics like relationships, communication, hygiene, advocacy, healthy eating, employment, and more! March’s Theme: Healthy Lifestyle In March, we’ll dive into the key components of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. We’ll discuss what actions you can take to stay healthy, how being healthy positively impacts your life, and why it’s important to prioritize your well-being. Participants will also enjoy a creative activity, making jewelry, to express themselves while learning about healthy habits. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Naycole Reed at 816-659-9406 or nreed@thewholeperson.org.