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SUMMARY:Budgeting Skills
DESCRIPTION:During these sessions\, participants will engage in activities to practice basic Budgeting Skills. Discussions on values and aspirations will guide them in setting personal goals. After assessing their financial resources\, participants will draft their own monthly budgets\, allocating funds for spending and saving. Through activities focused on tracking expenses and understanding the prices of different items\, participants will become aware of their spending habits. Engaging in Budgeting Skills classes will empower participants to develop greater self-reliance in managing finances for everyday living.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/budgeting-skills/
LOCATION:Helen Hall Library\, 100 W. Walker\, League City\, TX\, 77573\, United States
CATEGORIES:ILS Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Darlene Shannon":MAILTO:ils@mhitx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240520T130000
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SUMMARY:Money Skills – Class
DESCRIPTION:During these sessions\, participants will engage in basic Money Skills activities\, such as money counting. Through active involvement\, attendees will develop the ability to discern the appropriate currency required for purchases and verify that they receive accurate change. By mastering these monetary abilities\, participants will enhance their independence in the community when exchanging money.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/money-skills-class-5/
LOCATION:Helen Hall Library\, 100 W. Walker\, League City\, TX\, 77573\, United States
CATEGORIES:ILS Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Darlene Shannon":MAILTO:ils@mhitx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T140000
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SUMMARY:Cooking Class – Spaghetti Salad
DESCRIPTION:Participant will practice their knife skills and using the microwave to make a Spaghetti Salad. They will review the steps before starting the cooking process\, gather and measure ingredients\, and clean up directions. Participant will get to taste their finished product and take home a copy of the step-by-step recipe (including clean-up directions) if wanted. This will enable the individual to be better equipped for independently using a knife and the microwave to make a Lunch\, Dinner\, or Side Dish.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/cooking-class-spaghetti-salad/
LOCATION:Hometown Heroes Park\, 1001 E League City Pkwy\, League City\, TX\, 77573\, United States
CATEGORIES:ILS Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Darlene Shannon":MAILTO:ils@mhitx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240506T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240506T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240405T131424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T131424Z
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SUMMARY:Funday Monday – Armand Bayou Nature Center’s Bayou Safari Tour
DESCRIPTION:Participants will experience a guided outing observing wildlife from ABNC’s elevated boardwalk. Visit the animal ambassadors in the Environmental Learning Center. Board the electronic vehicles to explore the riparian forest down to the bayou\, over to the prairie\, farmhouse\, and finally to the bison. Participants will have a chance to connect with peers while learning about the natural world around them. Participants are encouraged to wear long pants\, closed-toe shoes\, bring water and insect repellent. Reservations and Waivers must be completed online prior to attending.  Bayou Safari Tour for Mounting Horizons \nNOTE: Parents/Caretakers planning to attend must register with MHI and with ABNC using their online link since there will be limited seating available on the tour buses. The cost is $15 per person. \n \n  \n 
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/funday-monday-armand-bayou-nature-centers-bayou-safari-tour/
LOCATION:Armand Bayou Nature Center\, 8500 Bay Area Blvd.\, Pasadena\, Texas\, 77507
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Darlene Shannon":MAILTO:ils@mhitx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T173617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T173617Z
UID:10000154-1714399200-1714402800@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Budgeting Skills – Class
DESCRIPTION:During these sessions\, participants will engage in activities to practice basic Budgeting Skills. Discussions on values and aspirations will guide them in setting personal goals. After assessing their financial resources\, participants will draft their own monthly budgets\, allocating funds for spending and saving. Through activities focused on tracking expenses and understanding the prices of different items\, participants will become aware of their spending habits. Engaging in Budgeting Skills classes will empower participants to develop greater self-reliance in managing finances for everyday living.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/budgeting-skills-class-4/
LOCATION:Helen Hall Library\, 100 W. Walker\, League City\, TX\, 77573\, United States
CATEGORIES:ILS Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Darlene Shannon":MAILTO:ils@mhitx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T173241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T173241Z
UID:10000151-1714395600-1714399200@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Money Skills – Class
DESCRIPTION:During these sessions\, participants will engage in basic Money Skills activities\, such as money counting. Through active involvement\, attendees will develop the ability to discern the appropriate currency required for purchases and verify that they receive accurate change. By mastering these monetary abilities\, participants will enhance their independence in the community when exchanging money.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/money-skills-class-4/
LOCATION:Helen Hall Library\, 100 W. Walker\, League City\, TX\, 77573\, United States
CATEGORIES:ILS Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Darlene Shannon":MAILTO:ils@mhitx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T174311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T194500Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Transition Program – Exploring Life After High School II Clear Brook HS
DESCRIPTION:Youth at Clear Brook HS will dive into another game as a group\, called Adulting 101\, where they will get to practice skills such as: budgeting for one’s needs\, picking a career based off of interests and expenses\, and other daily living tasks that might be required of them in the future as independent adults. By practicing these skills in a fun format with their peers\, participants will have increased knowledge and understanding of what adult responsibilities outside of a school setting look like and be better prepared for setting up goals for their own futures with their loved ones. \n 
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/youth-transition-program-exploring-life-after-high-school-ii-2/
LOCATION:League City Civic Center\, 400 W. Walker\, League City\, TX\, 77573\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley Newell":MAILTO:anewell@mhitx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240424T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240424T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T174000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T174000Z
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SUMMARY:Peer Collective Workshop – Wrap-up Session
DESCRIPTION:The final installment of the Peer collective workshop series\, during which participants will: reflect on and discuss their successes during the workshop\, have a broad review of the topics covered\, consider and discuss which skills from the workshop they plan on using\, discuss their progress towards the personal support goals they set in their first session\, consider how they can continue to work on said goals\, and brainstorm community or online events they might get involved in. By completing the workshop series\, participants will have strengthened skills relating to interpersonal communication\, setting health boundaries\, and navigating differences in various contexts. They will also have increased independence in facilitating conversations with peers and an increased sense of agency in determining their own personal goals.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/peer-collective-workshop-wrap-up-session/
LOCATION:MHI Virtual Session
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley Newell":MAILTO:anewell@mhitx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240403T144702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T145942Z
UID:10000173-1713877200-1713884400@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Connection – Founder's Square Tea Room & Exploring
DESCRIPTION:Participants will meet MHI staff at Holly Berry Tea Room in League City for an old-fashioned tea party between 1:00 pm and 2:15 pm.  Then\, we will start exploring and shopping around Founder’s Square.  At the Holly Berry Tea Room you can wear a hat\, pick out your tea\, and enjoy a sweet treat. Between 2:15 pm and 3:00 pm\, we will  explore the nearby shops in the historic Founders Square. The shops we can visit are: GingerSnaps\, Annette’s Emporium\, Nana’s Attic\, and Mommie Chic and Me. By participating in this Tuesday Connection event\, participants will be out in their community socializing with their peers and reducing any feelings of isolation.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/tuesday-connection-founders-square-tea-room-exploring/
LOCATION:Holly Berry Tea Room\, 501 E. Main Street #4\, League City\, Texas\, 77573
CATEGORIES:ILS Events,Peer Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Darlene Shannon":MAILTO:ils@mhitx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T173729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T173729Z
UID:10000155-1713358800-1713364200@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Peer Collective Workshop – Successful Conversations
DESCRIPTION:During this workshop\, participants will: assess their own communication strategies\, learn communication skills and conversation tips for new relationships\, consider how disability and cultural differences might influence how they relate to others\, discuss how social context matters in approaching new conversations and check in on personal support goals with their peers. By participating in this workshop\, participants will continue to improve upon their existing communication skills/strategies and have increased confidence in navigating starting or maintaining relationships within their families\, social circles\, and broader community.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/peer-collective-workshop-successful-conversations/
LOCATION:MHI Virtual Session
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley Newell":MAILTO:anewell@mhitx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T103000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T173524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T173524Z
UID:10000153-1713259800-1713263400@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Youth Transition Program – Exploring Life After High School II
DESCRIPTION:Youth at Friendswood HS will get to dive into another game as a group\, called Adulting 101\, where they will get to practice skills such as: budgeting for one’s needs\, picking a career based off of interests and expenses\, and other daily living tasks that might be required of them in the future as independent adults. By practicing these skills in a fun format with their peers\, participants will have increased knowledge and understanding of what adult responsibilities outside of a school setting look like and be better prepared for setting up goals for their own futures with their loved ones.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/youth-transition-program-exploring-life-after-high-school-ii/
LOCATION:Friendswood High School\, 402 Laurel Dr.\, Friendswood\, TX\, 77546\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley Newell":MAILTO:anewell@mhitx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240415T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240415T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T172738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T172738Z
UID:10000149-1713189600-1713193200@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Budgeting Skills – Class
DESCRIPTION:During these sessions\, participants will engage in activities to practice basic Budgeting Skills. Discussions on values and aspirations will guide them in setting personal goals. After assessing their financial resources\, participants will draft their own monthly budgets\, allocating funds for spending and saving. Through activities focused on tracking expenses and understanding the prices of different items\, participants will become aware of their spending habits. Engaging in Budgeting Skills classes will empower participants to develop greater self-reliance in managing finances for everyday living.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/budgeting-skills-class-3/
LOCATION:Helen Hall Library\, 100 W. Walker\, League City\, TX\, 77573\, United States
CATEGORIES:ILS Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Darlene Shannon":MAILTO:ils@mhitx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240415T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240415T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T172327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T172343Z
UID:10000146-1713186000-1713189600@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Money Skills – Class
DESCRIPTION:During these sessions\, participants will engage in basic Money Skills activities\, such as money counting. Through active involvement\, attendees will develop the ability to discern the appropriate currency required for purchases and verify that they receive accurate change. By mastering these monetary abilities\, participants will enhance their independence in the community when exchanging money.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/money-skills-class/
LOCATION:Helen Hall Library\, 100 W. Walker\, League City\, TX\, 77573\, United States
CATEGORIES:ILS Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Darlene Shannon":MAILTO:ils@mhitx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240415T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T173236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T173236Z
UID:10000152-1713175200-1713178800@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Youth Transition Program – Exploring Life After High School I
DESCRIPTION:Youth at Clear Brook HS will get to dive into a game called the “College Fit” game\, where they get to see what it is like to make decisions on vocational goals after high school\, navigate the process of going to college for further education\, and the types of careers they could receive with a degree. By participating in the game\, participants will get hands on experience with implementing SMART goals in a fun format and be able to explore interests and new ideas relating to possible future choices for themselves.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/youth-transition-program-exploring-life-after-high-school-i-2/
LOCATION:League City Civic Center\, 400 W. Walker\, League City\, TX\, 77573\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley Newell":MAILTO:anewell@mhitx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T164910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T210414Z
UID:10000135-1712844000-1712847600@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Cooking Class – Panini Sandwich
DESCRIPTION:Participant will practice their using a George Foreman Grill to make their own customized Panini Sandwich. They will review the recipe and steps before starting the process\, gather ingredients\, and clean up directions. Participant will get to choose their own ingredients for their Panini Sandwich\, taste their finished product\, and take home a copy of the step-by-step recipe/process (including clean-up directions) if wanted. This will enable the individual to be better equipped to independently use a George Foreman Grill to make a Lunch\, Dinner\, or Snack.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/cooking-class-panini-sandwich/
LOCATION:Hometown Heroes Park\, 1001 E League City Pkwy\, League City\, TX\, 77573\, United States
CATEGORIES:ILS Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Darlene Shannon":MAILTO:ils@mhitx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T172811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T172811Z
UID:10000150-1712840400-1712849400@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Independence Through Resilience – Accountability and Mentorship. Find a Mentor\, Be a Mentor.
DESCRIPTION:What does accountability mean and what does it look like? How do you find and choose an accountability partner? What about a mentor? We’ll answer these questions and more in today’s training. Using activities\, videos\, and discussion\, participants will learn the importance of accountability in adult life and the impacts our decisions can make on our day-to-day living and professional lives. By participating in this training\, participants will have increased confidence in asking for help from their peers\, finding and being a mentor in the workplace\, and with understanding work-related expectations.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/independence-through-resilience-accountability-and-mentorship-find-a-mentor-be-a-mentor/
LOCATION:Mounting Horizons Inc.\, 1300 Bay Area Blvd\, Houston\, TX\, 77058\, United States
CATEGORIES:ILS Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley Newell":MAILTO:anewell@mhitx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240410T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240410T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T172458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T172458Z
UID:10000148-1712754000-1712759400@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Peer Collective Workshop – Relating to Others
DESCRIPTION:During this workshop\, participants will learn how they can effectively use empathy when communicating with others. We’ll dive into how our personal experiences shape our perspectives\, the importance of personal boundaries and how these differ for each of us\, and explore a neat resource called “the Atlas of Emotions”. By participating in this activity\, participants will strengthen their communication skills and become better equipped at interacting with others from different backgrounds.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/peer-collective-workshop-relating-to-others/
LOCATION:MHI Virtual Session
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley Newell":MAILTO:anewell@mhitx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240408T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240408T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T162748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T144509Z
UID:10000133-1712583000-1712586600@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Funday Monday – Cookie Decorating
DESCRIPTION:Participants will decorate/paint two Spring-themed cookies with royal icing. After decorating cookies\, they can eat or take home their artfully decorated cookies. It is suggested that everyone bring something to drink. Participants will have a chance to socialize with their peers while decorating and eating cookies.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/funday-monday-cookie-decorating-2/
LOCATION:Helen Hall Library\, 100 W. Walker\, League City\, TX\, 77573\, United States
CATEGORIES:ILS Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Darlene Shannon":MAILTO:ils@mhitx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240408T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240408T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T172237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T172237Z
UID:10000147-1712581200-1712590200@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Independence Through Resilience – Task Analysis: Owning Your Role and Contributions
DESCRIPTION:A potential barrier in the workplace that many young adults struggle with is identifying their role\, its responsibilities\, and the impact their role and actions have on the rest of the team. During this training\, we’ll engage in activities focused on analyzing sample work tasks and roles\, understanding how to ask/determine who supervisors are\, and putting together a “picture” of each role within an organization or even a family/peer group has an impact on the others. By participating in this training\, participants will be better equipped at analyzing future job descriptions and tasks and recognizing workplace cultures and dynamics. \n 
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/independence-through-resilience-task-analysis-owning-your-role-and-contributions/
LOCATION:Mounting Horizons Inc.\, 1300 Bay Area Blvd\, Houston\, TX\, 77058\, United States
CATEGORIES:ILS Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley Newell":MAILTO:anewell@mhitx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240404T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240404T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T171859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T171859Z
UID:10000145-1712235600-1712244600@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Independence Through Resilience - Actionable\, Attainable\, Realistic Decision-Making
DESCRIPTION:How we assess goals to see if they are actionable\, attainable\, and realistic? In this training\, participants will learn how to format their goals as SMART goals\, which will help them learn to break down goals into steps they can achieve. We’ll work on different examples from within workspaces\, in social settings\, and in our personal lives\, tackle activities that have us looking deeper into our interests\, and end the session by having 1 to 3 goals that we want to work on in the short term. By participating in the training\, participants will understand what a SMART goal is and be better equipped at breaking down vague or broad goals into smaller (more specific) goals that they can achieve.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/independence-through-resilience-actionable-attainable-realistic-decision-making/
LOCATION:Mounting Horizons Inc.\, 1300 Bay Area Blvd\, Houston\, TX\, 77058\, United States
CATEGORIES:ILS Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley Newell":MAILTO:anewell@mhitx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240403T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240403T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T171515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T171515Z
UID:10000144-1712149200-1712154600@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Peer Collective Workshop - Self Talk
DESCRIPTION:During this workshop\, participants will learn why self-esteem is important and how they can increase theirs\, learn what self-talk is and how to recognize both positive and negative examples\, learn how to increase their own positive self-talk and discuss how self-advocacy is related to self-esteem. By participating in this peer support workshop\, participants will be able to tackle tough topics relating to self-esteem with peers who share similar life experiences. By being able to develop and discuss strategies for reducing negative self-talk\, participants will strengthen their overall resiliency and work towards improving their overall self-confidence and self-worth.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/peer-collective-workshop-self-talk/
LOCATION:MHI Virtual Session
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley Newell":MAILTO:anewell@mhitx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240402T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240402T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T171004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T171004Z
UID:10000143-1712062800-1712068200@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Independence Through Resilience – Assertive Communication and Decision-making Basics
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn about different communication styles and cover effective strategies within assertive communication. We’ll pair this with an overview of the decision making/problem solving process\, using practice examples to check for understanding on how to: identify the problem/decision\, identify steps\, and think through potential solutions or results from making decisions. We’ll tie in how self-accommodations can provide supports during the decision-making process and how to trouble shoot barriers they may experience when navigating their disabilities. By participating in this training\, participants will be better prepared for decisions they will be responsible for in adulthood and better able to self-advocate in the workplace. \n  \n 
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/independence-through-resilience-assertive-communication-and-decision-making-basics/
LOCATION:Mounting Horizons Inc.\, 1300 Bay Area Blvd\, Houston\, TX\, 77058\, United States
CATEGORIES:ILS Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley Newell":MAILTO:anewell@mhitx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240402T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240402T103000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T170646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T170646Z
UID:10000141-1712050200-1712053800@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Youth Transition Program  – Exploring Life After High School I
DESCRIPTION:Youth attending Friendswood High School will get to dive into a game called the “College Fit” game\, where they get to see what it is like to make decisions on vocational goals after high school\, navigate the process of going to college for further education\, and the types of careers they could receive with a degree. By participating in the game\, participants will get hands on experience with implementing SMART goals in a fun format and be able to explore interests and new ideas relating to possible future choices for themselves.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/youth-transition-program-exploring-life-after-high-school-i/
LOCATION:Friendswood High School\, 402 Laurel Dr.\, Friendswood\, TX\, 77546\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley Newell":MAILTO:anewell@mhitx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240401T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240401T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T161801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T162158Z
UID:10000130-1711980000-1711983600@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Budgeting Skills – Class
DESCRIPTION:During these sessions\, participants will engage in activities to practice basic Budgeting Skills. Discussions on values and aspirations will guide them in setting personal goals. After assessing their financial resources\, participants will draft their own monthly budgets\, allocating funds for spending and saving. Through activities focused on tracking expenses and understanding the prices of different items\, participants will become aware of their spending habits. Engaging in Budgeting Skills classes will empower participants to develop greater self-reliance in managing finances for everyday living.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/budgeting-skills-class/
LOCATION:Helen Hall Library\, 100 W. Walker\, League City\, TX\, 77573\, United States
CATEGORIES:ILS Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Darlene Shannon":MAILTO:ils@mhitx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240401T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240401T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T161246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T161246Z
UID:10000128-1711976400-1711980000@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Money Skills – Class 3
DESCRIPTION:During these sessions\, participants will engage in basic Money Skills activities\, such as money counting. Through active involvement\, attendees will develop the ability to discern the appropriate currency required for purchases and verify that they receive accurate change. By mastering these monetary abilities\, participants will enhance their independence in the community when exchanging money.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/money-skills-class-3/
LOCATION:Helen Hall Library\, 100 W. Walker\, League City\, TX\, 77573\, United States
CATEGORIES:ILS Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Darlene Shannon":MAILTO:ils@mhitx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240328T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240328T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T170304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T170304Z
UID:10000140-1711630800-1711639800@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Independence Through Resilience – Reasonable Accommodations: What are They and How to Get Them? Part II
DESCRIPTION:Participants will build off the previous lesson on reasonable accommodations by getting the opportunity to test in real time low-to-mid tech options they can use in the community and on a worksite. We’ll roleplay the disclosure process and practice making an accommodation request\, creating tools that we can utilize in the future to support us during those processes. We’ll test our understanding of accommodations by matching a potential accommodation to a specific task or barrier and will complete the training by drafting our own individual Accommodations List that can be provided to loved ones\, VR counselors\, and employers. By participating in this training\, participants will have hands-on experience with using various accommodations and will have practical resources they can take with them into their day to day lives. \n 
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/independence-through-resilience-reasonable-accommodations-what-are-they-and-how-to-get-them-part-ii/
LOCATION:Mounting Horizons Inc.\, 1300 Bay Area Blvd\, Houston\, TX\, 77058\, United States
CATEGORIES:ILS Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley Newell":MAILTO:anewell@mhitx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T165943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T165943Z
UID:10000139-1711544400-1711549800@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Peer Collective Workshop - Know Yourself
DESCRIPTION:During this workshop\, participants will explore where values come from (such as family\, friends\, and culture)\, identify their own personal values\, discuss how their own preferences can lead to new social experiences\, and be able to identify their dislikes and strategies for working through discomfort to reach their goals. By reviewing these topics with their peers\, participants will increase their problem solving and team work-related skills and strengthen important decision making skills that will aid them in living more independently in the future. \n 
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/peer-collective-workshop-know-yourself/
LOCATION:MHI Virtual Session
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley Newell":MAILTO:anewell@mhitx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T190714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T190714Z
UID:10000164-1711461600-1711465200@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Budgeting Skills – Class
DESCRIPTION:During these sessions\, participants will engage in activities to practice basic Budgeting Skills. Discussions on values and aspirations will guide them in setting personal goals. After assessing their financial resources\, participants will draft their own monthly budgets\, allocating funds for spending and saving. Through activities focused on tracking expenses and understanding the prices of different items\, participants will become aware of their spending habits. Engaging in Budgeting Skills classes will empower participants to develop greater self-reliance in managing finances for everyday living.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/budgeting-skills-class-5/
LOCATION:Helen Hall Library\, 100 W. Walker\, League City\, TX\, 77573\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Darlene Shannon":MAILTO:ils@mhitx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240118T205815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T204913Z
UID:10000117-1711458000-1711463400@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Connection – Holly Berry Tea Room
DESCRIPTION:Participants will meet MHI staff at Holly Berry Tea Room in League City for an old-fashioned tea party. Wear a hat\, pick out your tea\, and enjoy a sweet treat in this quaint tea room. Time permitting\, after tea\, we can explore the nearby shops in the historic Founders Square. By participating in this Tuesday Connection event\, participants will be out in their community socializing with their peers and reducing any feelings of isolation.
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/tuesday-connection-holly-berry-tea-room/
LOCATION:Holly Berry Tea Room\, 501 E. Main Street #4\, League City\, Texas\, 77573
CATEGORIES:ILS Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Darlene Shannon":MAILTO:ils@mhitx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240325T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240325T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T123317
CREATED:20240326T165627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T165627Z
UID:10000138-1711371600-1711380600@mhicil.org
SUMMARY:Independence Through Resilience – Reasonable Accommodations: What They Are and How to Get Them?
DESCRIPTION:Participants will work alongside advocate to do a brief evaluation of program activities thus far\, before jumping into activities relating to accommodations in the workplace and other settings. Participants will complete activities and questionnaires that help them define their learning style and support needs. We’ll watch videos that explain the disability disclosure process\, practice utilizing the job accommodation network’s directory of accommodations and review accommodations we each want more information on for our own disabilities\, and more! By participating in this training\, participants will have increased confidence in being able to work as a person with disabilit(ies) and will be equipped to self-advocate in the workplace. \n 
URL:http://mhicil.org/event/independence-through-resilience-reasonable-accommodations-what-they-are-and-how-to-get-them/
LOCATION:Mounting Horizons Inc.\, 1300 Bay Area Blvd\, Houston\, TX\, 77058\, United States
CATEGORIES:ILS Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley Newell":MAILTO:anewell@mhitx.org
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