Endependence Center Calendar of Events

IL Support Group @ ECI

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:00:00 EST

(Tue, 03 Nov 2009 2 PM - 3:30 PM EST) Support group is for anyone with a disability. Would you like to talk about adjusting to a disability, or dealing with the stereotypes and attitudes of people in the community? Do you have stories to share about how you deal with the day-to-day issues of living independently with a disability? Must call to register one week (7 days) before the event.

Held at Endependence Center, Inc., 6300 East Virginia Beach Blvd in Norfolk. Contact Linda Johnson at 461-8007 or
ljohnson@endependence.org Facilitator changes each month.

Traveling the Path to Freedom-Overview of the ADA @ ECI

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:00:00 EST

(Thu, 05 Nov 2009 2 PM - 4 PM EST) During this 8 month interactive series
we will learn about independent living
and how the ADA has changed our lives.
Attending these trainings you will have a
better understanding of the ADA and have
the ability to become a more effective
advocate for not only yourself, but others.

Facilitated by: Catherine Rector

Cut off date for registration: October 27, 2009

Held at Endependence Center, Inc.
6300 East Virginia Beach Blvd in Norfolk
Contact Linda Johnson at 461-8007
or ljohnson@endependence.org
to register for the workshop
and/or request accommodations.

Participant Led Event @ ECI

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EST

(Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12 PM - 2 PM EST)

Participant Scheduled Event at ECI - Learn the Hebrew Language with Emily Panitz.

This event is schedule by ECI participants; therefore, ECI staff will not be present, but will be available for events taking place at the Endependence Center.

Handi-Ride tickets will not be provided for these events.

To sign up for this event, contact Linda Johnson at 461-8007, 461-7527 TDD or ljohnson@endependence.org

Election Day

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

(Tue, 10 Nov 2009 All Day)

Participant Led Event @ Lynnhaven Mall

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EST

(Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12 PM - 2 PM EST)

Participant Scheduled Event at Lynnhaven Mall in Virginia Beach.

This event is schedule by ECI participants; therefore, ECI staff will not be present, but will be available for events taking place at the Endependence Center.

Handi-Ride tickets will not be provided for these events.

To sign up for this event, contact Linda Johnson at 461-8007, 461-7527 TDD or ljohnson@endependence.org

Endependence Center Closed for Veterans Day Holiday

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

(Wed, 11 Nov 2009 All Day)

Exercise the ECI Way @ ECI

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:00:00 EST

(Thu, 12 Nov 2009 2 PM - 4 PM EST) Bring a can of soup or vegetables and
at the end of the group we will have a
drawing and someone will take all the food home.
We will have a short exercise program and
discuss ways you can exercise at home.

Facilitated by: Linda Johnson

Cut off date for registration: November 5, 2009

Held at Endependence Center, Inc.
6300 East Virginia Beach Blvd in Norfolk
Contact Linda Johnson at 461-8007
or ljohnson@endependence.org
to register for the workshop
and/or request accommodations.

PIER Meeting @ ECI re New Regulations for Special Education in Virginia

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EST

(Sat, 14 Nov 2009 9 AM - 12 PM EST) Education advocacy group regarding
students with disabilities.

Meeting regarding the educational process for
specialized services begins with assessments
and evaluations. Educational needs are
substantiated by test results, making them
the cornerstone in building an IEP with
appropriate goals and services.
Knowledge of assessments can make
you a more effective participant in the
IEP team decision making process.
Do you understand your
student's test results?

Speaker: Amy Courtney, Education Specialist,
Consultant, Advocate

Held at Endependence Center, Inc., 6300 East Virginia Beach Blvd in Norfolk. Contact Cheryl Ward at 461-8007 or cward@endependence.org

'Life Works' Nursing Home Discussion Group @ ECI

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:00:00 EST

(Tue, 17 Nov 2009 2 PM - 3:30 PM EST) Do you live in a nursing home? If so, we have a new discussion group for you! Come and network with others who live in nursing homes too, make new friends and learn about services available to you.

Must call to register one week (7 days) before the event.

Held at Endependence Center, Inc.,
6300 East Virginia Beach Blvd in Norfolk.
Contact Rena Lewis or Linda Johnson at 461-8007 or rlewis@endependence.org or ljohnson@endependence.org

Mix N Mingle @ ECI

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EST

(Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12 PM - 3 PM EST)

Once a month, there will be an opprotunity to get together and meet new friends from our local disability community. All participants are welcome to attend "The Mix N Mingle!" Just come to ECI any time between the hours of 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM. Bring your own cards, music, games, food, and hang out and the activities are up to you.

Held at Endependence Center, Inc.
6300 E Virginia Beach Blvd in Norfolk
For more information, contact
Linda Johnson at 461-8007 or
ljohnson@endependence.org

Traveling the Path to Freedom-ADA Review and Discussion @ ECI

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:00:00 EST

(Thu, 19 Nov 2009 2 PM - 4 PM EST) During this 8 month interactive series
we will learn about independent living
and how the ADA has changed our lives.
Attending these trainings you will have a
better understanding of the ADA and have
the ability to become a more effective
advocate for not only yourself, but others.

Facilitated by: Catherine Rector

Cut off date for registration: November 12, 2009

Held at Endependence Center, Inc.
6300 East Virginia Beach Blvd in Norfolk
Contact Linda Johnson at 461-8007
or ljohnson@endependence.org
to register for the workshop
and/or request accommodations.

MFP: Strategies for Housing & Transportation @ ECI

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:30:00 EST

(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM EST) Learn about the Housing and Transportation Action Plan and strategies you can use to advocate for affordable housing and transportation options.

Facilitated by: Vantoria Clay

Cut off date for registration: November 13, 2009

Held at Endependence Center, Inc.,
6300 East Virginia Beach Blvd in Norfolk.
Contact Linda Johnson at 461-8007 or ljohnson@endependence.org to register for the
workshop and/or request accommodations.

Young Adults Striving for Independence (Y.A.S.I.) @ ECI

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EST

(Sat, 21 Nov 2009 12 PM - 2 PM EST)

The YASI group is for you if you are currently attending middle or high school. You can bring a friend with a disability who is also in school.

Cut off date for registration is one week before the event

Held at Endependence Center, Inc.,
6300 East Virginia Beach Blvd in Norfolk.
Contact Linda Johnson at 461-8007 or

ljohnson@endependence.org

News Team @ ECI

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:00:00 EST

(Tue, 24 Nov 2009 2 PM - 3:30 PM EST)

Participant newsletter team meeting. Participants meeting to work on writing articles for the participant newsletter.

Held at Endependence Center, Inc.

Contact Linda Johnson at 461-8007 or

ljohnson@endependence.org

Advocacy Group @ ECI

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:00:00 EST

(Wed, 25 Nov 2009 1 PM - 3 PM EST)

The Advocacy Group will identify what they want to change in the community. We will then work together to advocate for these changes.

Facilitator: Catherine Rector

Trainings are open to all!!
To sign up or to request an accomodation such as a sign language interpreter, braille, cart, or an attendant. Please contact Linda Johnson at: 757-461-8007 (voice), 757-461-7527 (TDD), or by e-mail at: ljohnson@endependence.org.

Endependence Center Closed for Thanksgiving Day Holiday

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

(Thu, 26 Nov 2009 All Day)

Endependence Center Closed for Thanksgiving Day Holiday

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

(Fri, 27 Nov 2009 All Day)