INDEPENDENT LIVING CLASSES AND SUPPORT GROUPS, LOW VISION AND YOUTH GROUPS
A supportive environment and education is essential in promoting independence.
Group and individual assistance is available to help individuals be more effective when facing the challenges of living independently with a disability.
Independent Living Classes and Support Groups - Schedules
- Individualized Support for People with Disabilities (Box Elder County): Assistance is available for Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), advocacy, skills training, problem solving and more in Box Elder County. Contact **Deanna
Appointments can be scheduled in your home or OPTIONS' Brigham office.
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Therapy: Individual and group therapy is available for people with disabilities. Contact Melanie, OPTIONS' Therapist at (435) 753-5353 ext. 103 or CAPSA (435) 753-2500 or melanie@capsa.org to schedule an appointment or for information on upcoming group therapy opportunities.
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- Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) Program:
A new program to assist people with all kinds of health and life challenges. It can help you feel better and stay well, manage medical challenges, decrease and prevent intrusive or troubling feelings/behaviors, control and improve your quality of life, plan and achieve your goals and dreams. WRAP is an 8 to 12-week program. Contact Kari at (435) 363-9038 for more info and to reserve your spot.
- April 22 & 28, 1 to 3 p.m. at OPTIONS
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Women's Anxiety Group: An interactive group for women with disabilities who are experiencing anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. Therapy, education and support is provided to assist. Contact *Melanie
2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month. 12 to 1:30 p.m. at OPTIONS.
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Low Vision Activities
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OPTIONS offers a variety of resources and services to assist with vision loss. For more information on OPTIONS' Low Vision Program. Contact *Marty
Division of Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired (DSBVI) Clinic: DSBVI conducts clinics to assist individuals with low vision needs. Participation requires a referral from an eye care professional. Call DSBVI at (800) 284-1823 or Marty at (435) 753-5353 for an appointment.
Tuesday, March 16 and Tuesday, April 20. By appointment only at OPTIONS in Logan.
Thursday, April 15 at Dr. Turner's' Office, 990 Medical Drive #G13, in Brigham. Must be a patient of Dr. Turner's to participate. Contact *Marty
Low Vision Support Group: For adults age 55 and older who have visual disabilities.. Topics include education, resources and new technology for those with vision loss and blindness. Community access, independent living skills, discussion on issues that are of concern and problem solving techniques are also part of the group.
Tuesdays, March 9 & 23 and Tuesdays, April 13 & 27, 10 a.m. to 12, noon. Topics TBA, groups will either be held In-Person or through Zoom depending on COVID.
Youth Groups
OPTIONS' Youth Program is for youth with all kinds of disabilities, ages 12 to 30. Activities provide the opportunity to learn, grow and have fun with peers!
All March and April activities for the Youth Program are announced as they are scheduled through emails and/or OPTIONS' main facebook page. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Sheri at (435) 753-5353 ext. 106 or sstevens@optionsind.org for information on upcoming activities or the Youth Program in general.
SIGN UP FOR ALL YOUTH ACTIVITIES MUST BE DONE WITH SHERI, 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE - THIS INCLUDES ZOOM/VIRTUAL ACTIVITIES IN ORDER FOR NEEDED SUPPLIES TO BE DELIVERED TO YOU AT HOME.
YOUTH ACTIVITIES
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- March 3 - Cooking Class. Held in person at OPTIONS and also available through Zoom. We will be making homemade granola bars. 6 p.m. $1 cost.
- March 10 - Crystal Hot Springs. Meet at OPTIONS at 5 p.m. $6 swim only. $7 slide & swim.
- March 17 - Financial and Budget Class with Treats. Held in person at OPTIONS and also available through Zoom. 6 p.m. No cost.
- March 24 - Game Night and Treats at OPTIONS. This activity will be held two times if needed to keep participant numbers at 10. 6 p.m. No cost
- March 26 - Game Night and Treats at OPTIONS. This activity will be held two times if needed to keep participant numbers at 10. 6 p.m. No cost.
- March 31 - Virtual Trip to the Harry Potter Wizarding World in Orlando. This will be held through Zoom. 4 p.m. No cost
- NO youth classes or activities will be held the week of April 5-9 due to Spring Break
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- April 14 - Cooking Class. Held in person at OPTIONS and also available through Zoom. We will be making stir fry with Ramen. 6 p.m. $1 cost.
- April 21 - Jump Zone. Meet at OPTIONS at 6 p.m. Cost To Be Announced (TBA)
- April 28 - Financial and Budget Class with Treats. Held in person at OPTIONS and also available through Zoom. 6 p.m. No cost.
DUE TO COVID 19, THE YOUTH ACTIVITY SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
ACTIVITIES, TIMES AND DATES MAY CHANGE TO ENABLE SOCIAL DISTANCING.
OPTIONS' transportation is limited and reserved for those who have no other means of transportation on a first call first served basis until maximum capacity is reached. Transportation is for OPTIONS' activities and consumers exclusively. It is not available to the public at large.
Transportation requests must be made at least 48 hours in advance. A donation of $2 in OPTIONS' service area (Box Elder, Cache and Rich Counties), and $5 for out of OPTIONS' service area for activities is suggested. No donation is requested for transport to OPTIONS' Classes and Support Groups. OPTIONS encourages you to use the CVTD busing system when possible.
Office Hours
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OPTIONS' Logan Office Hours are Monday thru Thursday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Friday, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Brigham Office operates by appointment only (435) 723-2171. Both offices are CLOSED week-ends and all State & Federal holidays.
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Contact
For information on agendas, transportation, and to reserve your spot contact * Logan staff at (435) 753-5353 or ** Brigham staff (Natalie & Deanna) at (435) 723-2171.
Independent Living and Support Groups - Descriptions
The following information/support groups are currently available through OPTIONS for Independence. Participation is open to residents of Box Elder, Cache and Rich Counties.
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Division of Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired (DSBVI) Clinics
Low vision needs are addressed at clinics conducted by the Division of Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired (DSBVI) in conjunction with OPTIONS. Individuals must have a referral from an eye care professional in order to participate.
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Independent Living (IL) Skills Classes
Open to people with all kinds of disabilities. Learn basic skills for living life independently and to the fullest. Topics are prioritized by need and participant selection.
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Individual Support for Students with Disabilities and Families
Individualized Support for Students with Disabilities and Families in Box Elder County is offered on information, referral, advocacy, skills training, etc. to help solve problems and provide answers to questions. A certified Individualized Education Program (IEP) Coach is available to assist in these areas as well as helping students set goals and attend IEPs.
Low Vision support groups are held in Logan for adults age 55 and older who have visual disabilities, macular degeneration and/or retinal disease. Activities include sharing concerns and feelings of isolation, problem solving techniques, tips on how to adapt the living environment, guest speakers and community awareness.
Arranged individually as needed or in a group setting. Receive support and training on resources available in the community from those who have "been there; done that" and want to share with others.
Individual or group behavioral therapy is available for individuals with disabilities age 18 and over to work through issues like anxiety, depression, being overwhelmed, etc.
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Welllness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)
A program to assist people with all kinds of health and life challenges to feel better and stay better.
An interactive group for women with disablities who are experiencing anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. Therapy, education and support is provided to assist.
