Mainstream operates with conviction that those of us with disabilities have the right and responsibility to make choices, to control our lives and to participate fully and equally in our community. Connecting people with disabilities with one another for mutual support through support groups and peer networks is the mission of the Peer Support Services. The cross-disability support groups are based on consumer and community interests, and are not therapy groups. Helping you remove barriers to independence and integration with resources, information, and expert advice as you plan your strategy and achieve your goals.
Support is available for both individual and systemic advocacy issues.
Mainstream also helps you find others who have encountered similar barriers so that together you can attack those problems. Training to help you increase your independence, including training on disability rights, laws, regulations, benefits, and advocacy strategies are just a few of the topics available to you. A broad range of trainings based upon consumer input are held regularly for people with disabilities, family members and members of the community. Answers to many of your questions about access, independence and other related topics can be found at your fingertips. Mainstream's Information and Referral database contains hundreds of entries so as to provide precise and complete information in response to your requests.