Hi there! I’m Laurie Swanson, a new peer advocate with Summit. As a native of Missoula, I enjoy what the area has to offer, especially the arts, markets and the outdoors. You will likely see me with my service dog, Kosha, a pretty little Australian Shepherd cross. Kosha and I have been a team for [...]
If you have assistive technology (AT) for sale, exchange, or give away that you no longer need or if you are seeking equipment someone else may have available, visit MonTECH’s statewide online equipment exchange. You may find equipment to benefit you or a buyer for equipment you no longer need. Visit: http://montech.ruralinstitute.umt.edu/mtdb/index.asp Or call: (406) [...]
Video Game Night is on the second Thursday of each month from 2-5:30 p.m. starting in July at the Missoula Office. You are welcome to bring your own console, controllers and games for everyone to try, but it is not required. Come have some good food, play some great games and meet some awesome people!
ART GROUP July 26 at the Missoula Office Tie-Dyeing, Beading/Jewelry Making For more information, call Alayne 549-2984 or Mike G. 728-1630
Everyone at Summit ILC would like to take this moment to congratulate these seven people in YODA Missoula who recently celebrated graduations. We know you will go on to do great things. Conquer your dreams; best wishes for the future! Sentinel High: Bobby Kirwan Justin Shackelford Kelly Jo Glennon Big Sky: Kaysee Bates Hellgate: Sidney [...]
April –The Flathead office had a team compete in the Special Friends Wheelchair Basketball tournament. They didn’t win, but they were able to score respectably. We hope to see them play again next year! May 12 – A Murder Mystery party took place called “Death in Them Thar Hills.” The setting was at a gold [...]
Summer Events: July 13 – Summit Orientation – usually first Friday at 10 a.m. – contact Kathy July 30 – Beginning Peer Training - held in Missoula office – contact Mary August 6 – Epilepsy Support Group – every first Monday at 2 p.m. – contact Andrea August 14 – Blind & Low Vision Support [...]
June 8 – Summit 20th Anniversary/Graduation Party. Twenty five people showed up to enjoy Subway sandwiches, meet each other, and learn what Summit can offer the community. Thank you to all the people who came to join us from these groups and agencies: Salish Kootenai College, Mission Mountain Enterprises, People First and Life for the [...]
June 21, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Summer Solstice Picnic at Three Sisters Group Picnic Site at Lake Como. Bring your favorite bag of chips to share with the group. If anyone is interested in accessible float trips down the Bitterroot River, contact Mark Cash at 728-7339. Ravalli County peers have reservations for their [...]
One of the biggest barriers people with disabilities face is transportation. Whether someone is going to the store or adventuring around the world, traveling is an important part of life. There can be many ways to get to a destination. We’ve compiled information on some travel options that will hopefully make your next excursion a [...]