Peer Support Group

Disability Services is committed to providing opportunities for students to increase their academic skills and build relationships with other students at the college. The Peer Support Group (PSG) is facilitated by Disability Counselors and is a forum for students with disabilities to develop peer relationships and discuss topics recommended by students in the group. You will learn strategies to increase your academic success and explore resolutions to academic challenges you have encountered or may encounter in college. New attendees are always welcome.

Why attend?

• Meet other students in a confidential, receptive, and friendly atmosphere
• Develop strategies to achieve your academic goals as well as balance schoolwork and other responsibilities
• Select topics for each meeting based on your interests and needs
• Participate at your comfort level
• Attendance is free and optional

PSG discussion topics have included

• Building organizational skills and goal planning
• Identifying your academic strengths to reach your goals
• Developing self-advocacy skills and learning your rights as a student
• Using accommodations effectively
• Learning how to balance responsibilities

Location and Time

LW122 in the Lynn Disability Services Office
The PSG schedule varies by semester. Visit Disability Services in LW 121 for dates and times.

Contact

Lucy Bayard
Lynn Disability Counselor
Phone: (781) 593-6722 x6226
Email: lucy.bayard@northshore.edu

Michele Almeida
Lynn Disability Counselor
Phone: (781) 593-6722 x2193
Email: michele.almeida@northshore.edu

We welcome and encourage students to suggest topics of interest. Please contact Lucy Bayard or Michele Almeida with your suggestions.

To Receive Reminder Emails about Meetings

Email disability@northshore.edu and write "PSG List" in the subject line.