Youth Educational Sessions & Independent Living Skills

SIL believes that individuals are empowered through information and that knowledge expands choices. SIL offers programs and services to people of all ages as needed. If you are interested in a class, please fill out the form.

Current Classes/Events Available

Games & Pizza Social Events
Movie Friday Social Event
Arts & Crafts Social Event - With Access Arts

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Financial Literacy

Partner In Education - Columbia Public Schools

Upcoming Events and Classes

January 10, 2025

Canceled: Games & Pizza

When: January 10, 2025 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Services for Independent Living, 1905 W Ash St, Columbia, MO 65203, USA

Canceled due to anticipated snow.

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January 17, 2025

Movie Friday

When: January 17, 2025 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Services for Independent Living, 1905 W. Ash Street, Columbia, MO 65203

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January 24, 2025

Arts & Crafts

When: January 24, 2025 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Services for Independent Living, 1905 W. Ash Street, Columbia, Mo 65203

Every 4th Friday join us for an art class less by Access Arts. We send out information via email on the project and confirm dates at least one week in advance. Please make certain we have your email, and you are checking them weekly for updates. This class is appropriate for all ages and abilities. Everyone is welcome. There is a maximum of 14 students, RSVP to jcarter@silcolumbia.org

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YOUTH TRANSITION SERVICES

SIL offers programs and services to help youth ages 13 to 32 transition into adulthood from school. Strengths-based services are provided in individualized and group settings.

Peer Support Groups
Self-advocacy Training
Mentor Training
Pre-employment Services
Social Skill Building
Interactive Activities

ADULT TRANSITION SERVICES

While there are services and resources available, they will vary based on the needs of the individual. SIL supports people as they learn to make informed decisions, so they can transition from unnecessary dependency to their fullest inclusion in our community.

Case Management
Consumer Directed Services