Peer-To-Peer Workshop
Learn what it’s like to live on your own, from other adults with disabilities
Learn with and from peer instructors in the community.
In this unique 5-session workshop series, older teens and adults with disabilities have an opportunity to learn what it’s like to live on their own. Individuals learn with and from peer instructors who are already living in the community with supports. Sessions are offered in September, January, and May.
When
Our Peer To Peer Workshop meets for 5 weeks. The next will be in early 2025. Check back soon for the exact dates!
Where
All sessions take place in real time via Zoom.
Fees
$60.00 registration fee covers all 5 sessions for one person. Thanks to a grant from the Child Development Foundation, a special discount is available to Montgomery County participants ages 16-21.
Impact
It is important to attend all five sessions in order to fully benefit. Make up sessions are not offered.
What’s next?
After completing the 5 sessions of the Peer to Peer workshop, participants will be invited to join our free quarterly Independence Happy Hours.
“I learned a lot about managing in my own place. It was great to see peers living on their own. I enjoyed the workshop!”
Ben, Peer to Peer Workshop Participant
Wynnewood, PA
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“Every time I listen in on a meeting with the peers, it makes me more able to visualize my daughter moving towards independence and being totally successful, even though it is a difficult hurdle to be approaching.”
Jacque, Parent of Peer to Peer Workshop participant
Broomall, PA
Peer-To-Peer Workshop Structure
Learn from Peer Instructors
Peer instructors share their own experiences, learning and tools. Each week we focus on a different aspect of independent living such as meal planning, budgeting, sharing space with housemates, and much more.
Virtual Home Visits
We virtually visit our peer instructors in their homes, where they showcase the skills and tools that they have developed to live their best lives.
Facilitated Sessions
Interactive and facilitated sessions include time for making connections, celebrating accomplishments, and socializing.
Reinforced Learning
Small assignments between sessions reinforce learning and provide practice for establishing new skills for independence.
“I like helping my peers who are thinking about living on their own. I like talking about all the independence I have learned in the last few years.”
Mo, Peer to Peer Workshop Instructor
Ardmore, PA
We regret that we do not accept waiver funding for this workshop. However, you do not need a waiver to participate.
Scholarships are available for this workshop, including a Special Enrollment Discount for Montgomery county residents ages 16-21!
We will be offering this workshop again in January 2025.
Fill out the form below and we will let you know when registration opens for the next session.
