May is Mental Health Awareness Month: Where Do We Start? May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to focus on the importance of mental well-being for ourselves and others. This year’s theme, “Where to Start: Mental Health in a Changing World,” acknowledges the challenges we face in a rapidly changing environment. Why Does Mental …
Here at the Resource Center for Disability Solutions (RCDS), we’re committed to building a more inclusive and supportive community in Brevard County. April offers a unique opportunity to raise awareness for three critical issues: child abuse prevention, sexual assault awareness, and autism acceptance. 1. National Child Abuse Prevention Month (April): According to the CDC, in …
April: A Month of Awareness & Action in Brevard County Read More »
Our peer support group had an absolute blast this week getting creative with Angela Hollard, a talented art teacher from the Brevard County School District! Angela led two fantastic sessions filled with laughter, learning, and of course, beautiful artwork. More Than Just Painting: This wasn’t just about creating masterpieces, Angela’s sessions provided a wonderful opportunity …
ART 4 Aquarium, and Big Smiles: A Blast with Art at RCDS! Read More »
This past Sunday, February 11th, marked a significant milestone for the Resource Center for Disability Solutions (RCDS) – 49 years of empowering individuals with disabilities and connecting them to vital resources across Brevard and Indian River Counties! For nearly five decades, we’ve been a pillar of support for people of all ages and abilities, …
On Veterans Day 2023, we at Resource Center for Disability Solutions (RCDS) had the privilege of gifting a disabled Army veteran a ramp to regain independence in his own home. But the story doesn’t end there. Recently, we returned with the incredible L3 Harris Florida Chapter of SERVE ERG Team, not just to tidy up, …
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The annual START Transition Conference will be held Saturday, February 24, 2024, from 8:30AM – 12:30PM at the Brevard School Board.
Give Back on Giving Tuesday Join us on November 28th for #GivingTuesdaycampaign, a global movement that inspires millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. Your contributions have the power to transform the lives of individuals with disabilities in our community. Ways to Give: 1. Donate Online: Make a quick and secure donation through …
“Managing the Holiday Blues” is a free event sponsored by Impact 100 and Indian River State College that offers strategies to cope with holiday-related sadness, stress, and loneliness. Learn about Holiday Blues symptoms and ways to overcome them, combat isolation, and achieve a renewed sense of well-being. Charlene Morris, LMHC, MCAP and Director of The …
Our Community Engagement Specialist, Joy has written a guest article for Florida Today on the transportation cuts that have affected our organization as well as many others in Brevard. Read The Full Article.
Last month, our Indian River Office (Jessica and Patty) represented Resource Center for Disability Solutions at this year’s Day of Caring Event hosted by United Way of Indian River County. Our team chose to help restore a school garden from a list of volunteer projects. While volunteering, they collaborated with professionals to make a positive …
