Brazos Valley Center for Independent Living

Preparing to Drive
2022-08-31 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Brazos Valley Center for Independent Living, 1869 Briarcrest Dr, Bryan, TX, 77802
Day:WednesdaysTime:11:00 amDuration:14 weeks beginning August 31stFacilitator:Justin DeLeonCourse Description:Driving is a serious responsibility. In this course, you will learn the rules of the road and prepare for the Texas Written Driving Exam. This course DOES NOT replace formal driver’s education.Key Components:Rules of the roadPreparation for the written driver’s test

Healthy Cooking
2022-08-30 16:00 - 17:00
Day:TuesdaysTime:4:00 pmDuration:14 weeks beginning August 30thFacilitator:Justin De LeonCourse Description:Learn how to safely access your kitchen and plan and prepare delicious, nutritious, and economical. Key Components:Food handlers certification Adapted cooking toolsKitchen safety and cleanlinessPlanning a healthy dietPreparing healthy recipesParing your kitchen garden with your kitchen

Gardening for the Kitchen
2022-08-30 15:00 - 16:00
Day:TuesdaysTime:3:00 pmDuration:14 weeks beginning August 30thFacilitator:Mack MarshCourse Description:Fresh herbs and vegetables can be a healthy and economical part of everyone’s diet. Learn how to grow a container garden for your kitchenKey Components:Container gardeningTAMU Teaching Garden field tripMaximizing SNAP benefits through gardening

Accessing Community
2022-09-06 11:00 - 12:00, 2022-08-30 11:00 - 12:00
Day:Tuesdays Time:11:00 amDuration:14 weeks beginning August 30thFacilitator:Justin DeLeonCourse Description:There are numerous supports available for people with disabilities to live and work in their community. Navigating these services can often be confusing and overwhelming. In this 14-week course, learn about the supports available, meet the people involved and how to navigate the processes.Key Components:MHMRTWC-VRHousing Voucher Benefits PlanningLIHEAP

Leadership Advocacy (Invitation Only)
2022-09-01 16:00 - 17:00
Day:ThursdaysTime:4:00 pmDuration:14 weeks beginning September 1stFacilitator:Mack MarshCourse Description:People with disabilities represent 20% of our population; it’s important they have a voice. In this group learn how to be an effective representative for the disability community and how to use your voice to influence programs and policy.Key Components:Systems advocacy

Get in Gear
2022-09-01 11:00 - 12:00
Day:ThursdaysTime:11:00 amDuration:14 weeks beginning September 1stFacilitator:Justin DeLeonCourse Description:Get your sweat on! Exercise is important to your physical and mental health. Learn about exercise and take part in a high-intensity exercise classKey Components:Different types of exerciseHow to choose the right workoutGet that heart rate up

Destination Bryan/ College Station
2022-08-31 15:00 - 17:00
Day:WednesdaysTime:3:00 pmDuration:14 weeks beginning August 31stFacilitator:Ana San AndresCourse Description:Each week take a journey to a fun, meaningful location around town. Learn to navigate various forms of transportation and learn the history and society of the B/CS CommunityKey Components:Transportation NavigationHistorically and culturally relevant destinationsRepresent people with disabilities and BVCIL in the community

Purposeful Body Movement
2022-08-31 13:00 - 14:00
Day:WednesdaysTime:1:00 pmDuration:14 weeks beginning August 31stFacilitator:Justin DeLeonCourse Description:Get your heart rate up and learn some new moves. Dance is a fun, beautiful form of healthy exercise. Key Components:Why is dance importantDance as exerciseDifferent forms of dance

Parenting to Independence: A 10 Tuesdays Class for Parents
2022-08-30 18:00 - 19:00
Course:Parenting to Independence – A 10 Tuesdays Class for ParentsDay:TuesdaysTime:6:00 pmDuration:10 sessions every other week beginning August 30thFacilitator:Mack MarshCourse Description:As parents we want our children to be safe, healthy, and move ever more toward independence. As parents of a person with a disability, it is sometimes difficult to envision what independence looks like and how best to support them on that journey.Key Components:History and philosophy of Independent LivingTurning lose without letting goSupport availableOur child’s journey beyond our guidance

Krsipy Kreme Digital Dozens
2022-08-30 08:00 - 2022-09-30 17:00
From now until September 30th, Krispy Kreme is donating back 50% of EVERY dozen ordered using the BVCIL link. Support a great cause while enjoying some great donuts!

https://www.groupraise.com/offer-campaigns/4594-brazos-valley-center-for-independent-living-krispy-kreme-digital-dozens

Update to add: You DO NOT have to redeem at a local Krispy Kreme location. Follow the link, order your dozen(s), you will immediately receive an email with a redemption code, redeem in stores at a Krispy Kreme near you, ENJOY!

Adulthood 101
2022-08-29 15:00 - 16:00
Day:MondaysTime:3:00 pmDuration:14 weeks beginning August 29thFacilitator:Justin DeLeonCourse Description:Making critical choices in a healthy way is important to successful independence. This course provides important tools and techniques for making responsible, informed choices and how to act in an adult manner.Key Components:Mature v Juvenile behaviorInformed choice and decision makingImproving interpersonal skills

Financial Navigation
2022-08-29 13:00 - 14:00
Day:MondaysTime:1:00 pmDuration:14 weeks beginning August 29thFacilitator:Justin DeLeonCourse Description:Managing money and navigating a complex financial world are key components of independence for everyone. This course will begin with the basics of money management and how to access the tools and institutions available.Key Components:Basic money managementSaving for the futureHow to balance a checkbookUnderstanding CreditDebit Cards v Credit CardsBill payment and BudgetingKnowing your bankHow to Build Wealth for the future

Sign LANGUAGE
2022-08-10 08:00 - 17:00, 2022-05-31 14:00 - 15:00, 2022-05-25 10:00 - 11:00

Basic Computer
2022-05-31 13:00 - 14:00

Meditation and Mindfulness
2022-05-26 15:00 - 16:00, 2022-05-25 09:00 - 10:00

Dancing for Fun
2022-05-25 13:00 - 14:00
