Peer Support Groups
Dis-Queer: A Disability LGBTQIA+ Support Group
LGBTQIA+ individuals with disabilities often feel isolated from two communities at once. Organized in conjunction with accessABILITY, an Indianapolis-based nonprofit, Dis-Queer gives us an opportunity to socialize, educate ourselves on the issues that matter to us, and develop ourselves as self-advocates. Join us on the first Tuesday of every month as we get together and create community!
Everyone who 1) identifies as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community or is questioning their sexual orientation or gender identity, and 2) identifies as having a disability (including neurodivergent folks) is welcome to join! To provide a safe space, we ask that only those who identify with both categories sign up.
If you have any questions or want to meet with the facilitator first, email Kelly at
Amputee Support Group
All amputees welcome! See new prosthetics, ask questions, and share ideas! Friends and family welcome!
Facilitated by Walking Spirit: Jeremy Warriner, Consultant, Speaker, CEO.
www.walkingspirit.org
This group meets online. To attend virtually, use Zoom Link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83413792673?pwd=aD4eORZKAoO2WUSapg8JGxivbplMXn.1
Families of Visually Impaired Individuals Support Group
When thinking about visual impairment, people often only focus on the individual diagnosed with an eye condition; however, the entire social network around the person is also impacted. When a person loses the ability to perform everyday tasks and experiences the significant emotional and social ramifications of vision changes, someone has to step in to help. This often means loved ones become the driver, cook, housekeeper, banker, and much more. Unfortunately, if a person does not learn the adaptive skills that can help them regain their independence, this can become a long-term role for the loved one, who then becomes a caregiver.
While there are many opportunities for blind individuals to receive help, resources for those that support them are few and far between. Knowledge is power and we hope to share our stories and experiences with others, so they don’t need to figure it out all on their own.
Our goal is to offer a listening ear, provide encouragement, and share knowledge. Topics will include helping with assistive technology, practical advice for co-existing with visual impairment, and coping with the wide range of emotions that naturally occur with visual impairment.
For more information
Contact Barb Dosch, Independent Living Advocate at
Neurodiverse Peer Support Group
Led by fellow neurodiverse peers, our sessions cover a variety of topics relevant to our community, including navigating everyday challenges, celebrating our strengths, and discussing strategies for self-care and self-advocacy. Whether you're on the autism spectrum, have ADHD, dyslexia, or any other neurodivergent conditions, you'll find understanding and acceptance among your peers in our NDPSG.
Who can join
Anyone who identifies as having a neurodiversity! This includes but is not limited to: Autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, Traumatic Brain Injuries, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Obsessive compulsive disorder, PTSD, and more.
Financial Wellness Group
Join our bi-monthly online group offering 24 comprehensive sessions dedicated to financial education for people with disabilities. These interactive sessions cover 12 key finance topics and provide practical advice and emotional support to help you gain confidence and master essential financial skills.
The group will meet via Zoom on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month.
For more information or accommodations needs, please contact Sonja Isenhart at
