Deaf Peer Support Group
Looking to connect with others in the Deaf community? This September, join us for a welcoming and inclusive gathering where Deaf peers come together to share experiences, build connections, and celebrate community, especially during a month that honors disability identity and pride. Meetings are held quarterly—come be a part of it!
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.
Getting Social
The theme for November’s Getting Social Event is “Generosity”. Getting Social is a peer support group for people with disabilities, their PCAs, family, friends, and other service providers. Join us on the first Friday of each month, or date specified, from 1:00-3:00 p.m. virtually via Zoom, or in the Community Room at the Missouri Office; 3710 Main St., KCMO. For more information, to RSVP, to request a Zoom link, secure transportation, and request accommodations, please contact your Independent Living Advocate, the Youth & Adult Services Team, 816-561-0304 or rstephens@thewholeperson.org. We provide transportation within 5 miles of The Whole Person with advance notice. If you can’t attend in-person, join us on Zoom!
Getting Social
October’s Getting Social Event will be an outing! More details to come. Getting Social is a peer support group for people with disabilities, their PCAs, family, friends, and other service providers. Join us on the first Friday of each month, or date specified, from 1:00-3:00 p.m. virtually via Zoom, or in the Community Room at the Missouri Office; 3710 Main St., KCMO. For more information, to RSVP, to request a Zoom link, secure transportation, and request accommodations, please contact your Independent Living Advocate, the Youth & Adult Services Team, 816-561-0304 or rstephens@thewholeperson.org. We provide transportation within 5 miles of The Whole Person with advance notice. If you can’t attend in-person, join us on Zoom!
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.
Getting Social
The theme for September’s Getting Social Event is “Be Prepared”. Getting Social is a peer support group for people with disabilities, their PCAs, family, friends, and other service providers. Join us on the first Friday of each month, or date specified, from 1:00-3:00 p.m. virtually via Zoom, or in the Community Room at the Missouri Office; 3710 Main St., KCMO. For more information, to RSVP, to request a Zoom link, secure transportation, and request accommodations, please contact your Independent Living Advocate, the Youth & Adult Services Team, 816-561-0304 or rstephens@thewholeperson.org. We provide transportation within 5 miles of The Whole Person with advance notice. If you can’t attend in-person, join us on Zoom!
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.
Mental Health Peer Support Group Meeting
If you are a person with a mental health disability, join your peers to share information and successful techniques addressing the needs and challenges that you face. We will meet from 5:30-7:30 pm, virtually via Teams or in person at The Whole Person in the Community Room. To get the Teams link, please contact Jamie before the meeting.
Getting Social
The theme for August’s Getting Social Event is “Show and Tell”. Getting Social is a peer support group for people with disabilities, their PCAs, family, friends, and other service providers. Join us on the first Friday of each month, or date specified, from 1:00-3:00 p.m. virtually via Zoom, or in the Community Room at the Missouri Office; 3710 Main St., KCMO. For more information, to RSVP, to request a Zoom link, secure transportation, and request accommodations, please contact your Independent Living Advocate, the Youth & Adult Services Team, 816-561-0304 or rstephens@thewholeperson.org. We provide transportation within 5 miles of The Whole Person with advance notice. If you can’t attend in-person, join us on Zoom!