Peer Services
Paraquad’s Peer program matches participants with peer mentors who have similar disabilities. Mentors share their experiences with participants who are new to having a disability or going through a life transition. Paraquad’s Peer Services also offers select Support Groups!
Our Support Groups
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Spinal Cord Injury Support Group
First and third Thursday of every month
2:00-3:00 pmLocation: Stephen A. Orthwein Center 5200 Berthold Ave. St. Louis, MO 63110
*Including off-site activities
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Stroke Support Group
Second and fourth Wednesday of every month
2:00-3:00 pm
Location: Stephen A. Orthwein Center 5200 Berthold Ave. St. Louis, MO 63110
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Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
First and third Monday of every month
2:00-3:00 pmLocation: Stephen A. Orthwein Center 5200 Berthold Ave. St. Louis, MO 63110
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Adult Diagnosed Autism Support Group
Second and fourth Tuesday of every month 1:30-2:30 pm
Location: Only online, contact Kiland for Zoom link
Peer Mentors
Paraquad’s Peer Support Groups provide participants with information, resources, and opportunities to participate in social activities. Participants support each other by sharing their experiences, coping strategies, resources, and by celebrating small victories and major milestones.
Mentors must pass a background check and complete training before being paired.
Program participants will partner with Peer Mentors on topics including:
Living with a disability
Building self-confidence
Managing care
Quality of life
Independent Living philosophy
Relationships
Peer Mentors are individuals with disabilities who:
Have developed wisdom or expertise related to living with their disability
Are willing to share their knowledge to assist participant going through similar experiences
Are willing to partner with a support participant who are adapting to their independence
Contact Kiland Sampa ksampa@paraquad.org to be paired with a peer or become a mentor.