CLASSES & GROUPS

SOURCES offers a variety of free classes and groups to allow people of all abilities to learn new life skills.

 

For SPRING 2022, all classes and groups will be hosted virtually through online video conferencing and call-in options for phone. 

 

To receive log-in/phone-in instructions, please register using the form below.

American Sign Language

SOURCES offers free American Sign Language classes for individuals, family, or professionals interested in learning. 

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Disclaimer: Our ASL classes do not prepare individuals to be sign language interpreters.

 

Beginner ASL

Weekly on Mondays, 2-3 pm (Central).

Instructed by Priscilla Scanlan

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         Intermediate ASL

Days and times to be determined. 

Instructed by Priscilla Scanlan

 

         Advanced ASL

Days and times to be determined. 

Instructed by Priscilla Scanlan

Brain Injury Support Group

In partnership with UAMS, this support group offers opportunities for understanding shared experiences and resources for survivors living with a brain injury, or the caregivers supporting someone who has a brain injury. 

 

Caregiver Support Group

Monthly on the first Monday, 2:30-3:30 pm (Central).

Led by NeCol Whitehead

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         Survivor

Weekly on Tuesdays, 1-2 pm (Central) 

Led by NeCol Whitehead

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Job Club - Employment Skills Training

This group offers support for individuals as they seek employment. The classes include information on how to complete job applications that appeal to employers, as well as interview preparation. 

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Weekly on Mondays, 10 am-12:30 pm (Central).

Led by Kasi Miller

Peer Support Group - Adult

Connecting adults (18 and over) with disabilities to one another to share life experiences and support each other through similar barriers.  

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Weekly on Wednesdays, 11:30 am-12:30 pm (Central).

Led by NeCole Whitehead

Peer Support Group - Youth

Connecting youth (14-17) with disabilities to one another to share life experiences, explore transitions to adulthood and support each other through encountered barriers.  

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Every 1st & 3rd Thursday, 6-7 pm (Central).

Led by Kasi Miller​

Self-Advocacy Skills Group

A group for individuals with disabilities to learn about speaking up for themselves and how to break barriers encountered as an individual with a disability. 

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Every Wednesday, 1-2 pm (Central).

Led by NeCol Whitehead

Group & Class Registration

To register, please provide

the information below:

Why I Sign: Priscilla Scanlan
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Why I Sign: Priscilla Scanlan

Priscilla Scanlan, an Independent Living Specialist with SOURCES, shares her story of "Why I Sign." #whyisign. My name’s Priscilla Scanlan. I grew up oral, and was mainstreamed in oral programs. My parents did not allow me to sign. My mom said that signing was for animals. Signing was for the lowest of the low. My mom told me that she wanted me to be “advanced”, and learn how to speak just like a hearing person. I said, “Ok.” I tried my best and barely survived high school. I graduated and then went to college. It did not work out because the classes were big, and I had to sit at the front to try to lipread the teachers. I flunked out of college. Mom then told me that she guess I would have to go to work, and find a job. Fortunately, a vocational rehabilitation counselor called my parents, and told them that I could go to Gallaudet University. The counselor explained to my parents that it was a college for deaf and hard of hearing students, but they were kept separately (she fibbed so my parents would allow me to go). Before Gallaudet, I did not know who I was. I grew up thinking I was the only deaf person. The day I arrived Gallaudet, I realized I was not the only deaf person. I was stunned to see many deaf people from Arkansas who went to the deaf school (I was born in Arkansas). So I decided to take ASL classes. Ever since, I have been signing. I sign because it is my identity & my life. I am deaf. That’s why I sign. #askmewhyisign
SOURCES Deaf Club & American Sign Language Classes are Virtual
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SOURCES Deaf Club & American Sign Language Classes are Virtual

Priscilla Scanlan and NeCol Whitehead share information on the October meeting of the Deaf Club and how to participate virtually in American Sign Language (ASL) classes with SOURCES for Community Independent Living. The Deaf Club will meet virtually on Oct. 10, 2020 from 4- p.m. and members are encouraged to wear Halloween masks and share memories of Halloween. A voice interpreter will participate, and those learning ASL are encouraged to join. ASL classes are held as follows: - Beginner with NeCol on Mondays at 4:30 p.m. - Intermediate with Priscilla on Mondays at 10 a.m. - Advanced with Priscilla on Thursdays at 4:30 p.m. To learn more or get the virtual meeting links, contact NeCol by email at nwhitehead@arsources.org, or by phone or text at 479-802-3903. And visit the website at www.ARSources.org for resources and helpful information.