BCIL Summer Youth Program - Self-Care, Resilience, and Well-Being
2021-08-20 13:00 - 15:00, 2021-08-13 13:00 - 15:00, 2021-08-06 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | MA
Join us to chat about relationships, self-care, boundaries, among other topics that relate to our sense of being well. Contact Dan Harris at dharris@bostoncil.org to register.
All BCIL’s Youth Summer Programs are free. Students are welcome to join multiple groups. They are available to students aged 14-22 years* with a documented disability, such as IEP or 504 plan, and enrolled in high school or post-secondary education or training. No social security number is required to participate.

BCIL Summer Youth Program - Adulting 101
2021-08-19 13:00 - 15:00, 2021-08-12 13:00 - 15:00, 2021-08-05 13:00 - 15:00 | MA
This workshop will explore a range of topics related to independent living and building ‘adulting’ skills. Topics will include travel training, time management, personal finance, community safety, and more! To register contact Dan Harris at dharris@bostoncil.org.

All BCIL’s Youth Summer Programs are free. Students are welcome to join multiple groups. They are available to students aged 14-22 years* with a documented disability, such as IEP or 504 plan, and enrolled in high school or post-secondary education or training. No social security number is required to participate.

BCIL Summer Youth Program - Transición en Acción
2021-08-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2021-08-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2021-08-05 10:00 - 12:00 | MA
Este grupo es diseñando a apoyar estudiantes hispanohablantes en escuela secundaria con discapacidades en su transición al trabajo y adultez. Este taller va a explorar una gama se temas incluyendo habilidades laborales, opciones de educación y formación postsecundarios, autodefensa, finanzas personales, ¡y más! Este taller hará en español por personal bilingüe. Si tiene preguntas o quiere registrar, por favor conectarse con Cecilia Nuñez a cnunez@bostoncil.org o 617-259-6893.
Todos los programas del verano para jóvenes de BCIL son gratis. Estudiantes pueden unirse en varios grupos. Estos son disponibles a estudiantes de 14-22 años* con una discapacidad documentada, como un IEP o plan de 504, y está inscrito en escuela secundaria o un programa de educación o formación postsecundario. Un número de seguridad social no es necesario para participar.

This group is designed to support Spanish-speaking high school students with disabilities in their transition to work and adulthood. This workshop will explore a range of topics including job skills, post-secondary education and training options, self-advocacy, personal finances, and more! This workshop will be conducted in Spanish by bilingual staff members. If you have any questions or would like to register, please contact Cecilia Nuñez at cnunez@bostoncil.org or 617-259-6893.

BCIL Summer Youth Program - Preparing for Work!
2021-08-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2021-08-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2021-08-05 10:00 - 12:00 | MA
Join us for this workshop focusing on the skills you need to find and keep a job. Topics include communication, problem solving, taking initiative, professionalism, resume building, and interview skills. Contact Mary-Kate Wells mkwells@bostoncil.org to register.
All BCIL’s Youth Summer Programs are free. Students are welcome to join multiple groups. They are available to students aged 14-22 years* with a documented disability, such as IEP or 504 plan, and enrolled in high school or post-secondary education or training. No social security number is required to participate.

BCIL Summer Youth Program - Travel Training
2021-08-18 13:00 - 15:00, 2021-08-11 13:00 - 15:00, 2021-08-04 13:00 - 15:00 | MA
In this workshop we will explore community safety, route planning, and reviewing different modes of transportation, including fixed route public transit and paratransit. If possible, we will try to schedule some in-person opportunities to practice these skills. Contact Dan Harris at dharris@bostoncil.org to register.
All BCIL’s Youth Summer Programs are free. Students are welcome to join multiple groups. They are available to students aged 14-22 years* with a documented disability, such as IEP or 504 plan, and enrolled in high school or post-secondary education or training. No social security number is required to participate.

Housing Workshop - In-Person & by Zoom
2021-08-18 10:00 - 12:00 | BCIL Offices, 60 Temple Place, 5th Floor, Boston Center for Independent Living, Boston, MA, 02111, United States
Housing Workshop – In-Person & by Zoom
Join us on the first and third Wednesday of every month to learn more about and how to apply for affordable housing options in your area. Our knowledgeable staff will answer all your questions and put you on the path to finding the housing that is right for you.
This workshop will teach you about:
• Types of housing available in the Boston area
• Navigating subsidized and affordable housing
• Conducting a housing search
• Communicating with housing authorities, agencies, and landlords
• Completing applications for state voucher programs
• How to request reasonable accommodations for your disability
Each workshop will include a period when you can ask questions.
To register: email Jackie at jmcglinchey@bostoncil.org with your full
name and phone number. You will receive a confirmation email from
Jackie that will include the Zoom webinar link and password.
To request reasonable accommodations, please let Jackie know when
you register.

BCIL Summer Youth Program - Preparing for College
2021-08-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2021-08-11 10:00 - 12:00, 2021-08-04 10:00 - 12:00 | MA
This workshop will explore post-secondary options, how to prepare in high school, how to request accommodations, supports on campus, managing a social life, and time management. Contact Mary-Kate Wells mkwells@bostoncil.org to register.
All BCIL’s Youth Summer Programs are free. Students are welcome to join multiple groups. They are available to students aged 14-22 years* with a documented disability, such as IEP or 504 plan, and enrolled in high school or post-secondary education or training. No social security number is required to participate.

BCIL Summer Youth Program - Cooking
2021-08-17 13:00 - 15:00, 2021-08-10 13:00 - 15:00, 2021-08-03 13:00 - 15:00 | MA
In this workshop we will be cooking along together, starting with basic food safety and preparation skills, and building up to simple recipes. To register, please contact Dan Harris at dharris@bostoncil.org.

*All BCIL’s Youth Summer Programs are free. Students are welcome to join multiple groups. They are available to students aged 14-22 years* with a documented disability, such as IEP or 504 plan, and enrolled in high school or post-secondary education or training. No social security number is required to participate.

BCIL Summer Youth Program - What? Why? Work!
2021-08-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2021-08-10 10:00 - 12:00, 2021-08-03 10:00 - 12:00 | MA
Join us for an introduction to employment series exploring the world of work. Learn about your interests and skills and how to advocate for your goals. To register, please contact Mary-Kate Wells mkwells@bostoncil.org

*All BCIL’s Youth Summer Programs are free. Students are welcome to join multiple groups. They are available to students aged 14-22 years* with a documented disability, such as IEP or 504 plan, and enrolled in high school or post-secondary education or training. No social security number is required to participate.

BCIL Summer Youth Program - Unpacking MA Driver's Manual
2021-08-16 13:00 - 15:00, 2021-08-09 13:00 - 15:00 | The Boston Center for Independent Living, 60 Temple Place, Boston, MA, 02111, United States
Join us during the summer as we go over what is in the Massachusetts Driver’s Manual in a fun and interactive way. We will go over every chapter and focus on the topics that will be on the Permit Exam. Each student that attends will get an electronic version of the MA Driver’s Manual. Please contact Nick Ventura nventura@bostoncil.org to register.
*All BCIL’s Youth Summer Programs are free. Students are welcome to join multiple groups. They are available to students aged 14-22 years* with a documented disability, such as IEP or 504 plan, and enrolled in high school or post-secondary education or training. No social security number is required to participate.

BCIL Youth Summer Program: Staying Safe at Work
2021-08-16 10:00 - 12:00, 2021-08-09 10:00 - 12:00 | MA
All BCIL’s Youth Summer Programs are free. Students are welcome to join multiple groups. They are available to students aged 14-22 years* with a documented disability, such as IEP or 504 plan and enrolled in high school or post-secondary education or training. No social security number is required to participate.
This workshop will follow the Staying Safe at Work curriculum for teaching workers with disabilities about health and safety on the Job. These workshops will help teach students important job safety and health skills that all workers need. We use highly interactive and fun learning activities to teach workplace safety and health skills.
*Parent, guardian, and professional workshops will be offered and announced at a later date.

Virtual Housing Workshop
2021-08-04 10:00 - 12:00 | BCIL Offices, 60 Temple Place, 5th Floor, Boston Center for Independent Living, Boston, MA, 02111, United States
Virtual Housing Workshop
Join us on the first and third Wednesday of every month to learn more about and how to apply for affordable housing options in your area. Our knowledgeable staff will answer all your questions and put you on the path to finding the housing that is right for you.
This workshop will teach you about:
• Types of housing available in the Boston area
• Navigating subsidized and affordable housing
• Conducting a housing search
• Communicating with housing authorities, agencies, and landlords
• Completing applications for state voucher programs
• How to request reasonable accommodations for your disability
Each workshop will include a period when you can ask questions.
To register: email Kat at kvilson@bostoncil.org with your full
name and phone number. You will receive a confirmation email from
Kat that will include the Zoom webinar link and password.
To request reasonable accommodations, please let Kat know when
you register.
