Schurig Center for Brain Injury Recovery

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Art Therapy Class

Did you know that creating art has many benefits?

– Improving memory
– Increasing problem-solving skills
– Building self-confidence
– Aiding self-expression of inner thoughts and feelings
– Increasing communication and social interactions
– Stress management

This 10-week class for brain injury survivors is a creative journey of personal exploration using a variety of art materials. The therapeutic art process helps people navigate the challenges they often experience due to an injury while fostering a sense of safety in a supportive community.

Photo of Midge Casler

Facilitator

Midge Casler, MA. Midge is the Art Program Director at Schurig Center, where she has run art groups for 10 years. She uses the art process to help people navigate the challenges they often experience due to an injury, while fostering a sense of safety in a supportive community.

Info and Registration

Space is limited. Participants must register to attend.
Call (415) 461-6771 x100 or email resources@schurigcenter.org

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Aphasia Communication Class

Do you have trouble expressing yourself?
Do feel that you are misunderstood or not heard?
Would you like to speak with more confidence?
Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed during conversations?

This group can help! This 10-week program provides the opportunity for individuals who have experienced a stroke or other neurological impairment to practice and develop communication and cognitive skills in a supportive environment. Each participant will be evaluated to assess his or her unique needs and to set personal goals.

Topics covered include:

– Engaging in conversation
– Body language
– Communication strategies
– Listening skills
– Connections with friends, family, and your community

Kalynn Stewart Photo

Facilitator

Kalynn Stewart, MS/CCC-SLP, a licensed speech therapist specializing in stroke and brain injuries. Kalynn has worked in rehabilitation of individuals with complex neurological impairments in the hospital, outpatient, and community setting for over 20 years.

Info and Registration

Pre-screening by therapist is required.
Space is limited. Participants must register to attend.
Call (415) 461-6771 x100 or email resources@schurigcenter.org

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CogEx – Individual Computer Therapy Class (ITCP)

10 Week Series of Two 1.5 Hour Classes Each Week
Classes are offered between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm
Monday & Wednesday OR Tuesday & Thursday

Offered in a small group setting, this class aims to improve cognitive abilities with the use of computer-based exercises that target logic, memory, attention, and concentration. Programs are tailored by the instructor to meet each student’s unique needs and goals. This program is for people with any type of brain injury who want to improve their skills and abilities in a fun, interactive environment.

Participants attend a 1.5 hour class twice a week for 10 weeks. Space is limited. Instructor will partner with each participant to determine class time placement based on space availability.

“The problem solving and brain exercises of this program have definitely helped my concentration and memory. It has enabled me to continue working and being independent. I am very grateful for this opportunity.” – Theresa R., ITCP participant

Ducie Wagner Photo

Facilitator

Ducie Wagner, a former teacher at the High Tech Center at the College of Marin for more than 20 years.

Info and Registration

Space is limited. Participants must register to attend.
Call (415) 461-6771 x100 or email resources@schurigcenter.org

Schurig Center for
Brain Injury Recovery

1132 Magnolia Avenue
Larkspur, CA 94939
(415) 461-6771
info@schurigcenter.org

501(c)(3) Organization
Tax ID #68-0105213
Legal name: Marin Brain Injury Network