Project Re-Entry

Project Re-Entry provides a weekly socialization and recreation program for people who have had strokes or other disabling conditions that limit their community participation. Project Re-entry also sponsors an annual adult education course on Stroke Prevention and Rehabilitation for community members, families and survivors of stroke. Project Re-Entry was funded by the Santa Barbara County Auxiliary of the California Medical Association before Rehabilitation Institute at Santa Barbara committed to continue the coordination of the program in 2002. Founded by the late Lorraine McNiece, philanthropist and RISB Board Member, Project Re-Entry provides an important community resource for stroke survivors and their friends and families.

Weekly Program:

Project Re-Entry's weekly community recreation and socialization program serves people who have had strokes or other disabling conditions that limit their participation in social and community activities. The purpose is to facilitate the individual's community reintegration and provide opportunities for socialization and support. The program is coordinated by Therapeutic Recreation staff and volunteers who lead activities, games, entertainment, socializing, and fun. Meetings are Friday mornings, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, at RISB.

Adult Education Course:

As part of the Project Re-Entry Program, an adult education class about stroke and recovery from stroke is provided to community members, families and survivors of stroke. The course is co-sponsored by Santa Barbara City College and Rehabilitation Institute at Santa Barbara (RISB). Speakers come from many health care professions involved in serving individuals with stroke and their families. Continuing Education Credits are available for health care professionals.

Stroke/Brain Injury Family Support Group:

A monthly support group for family caregivers of people recovering from stroke and brain injury. Call and ask about respite care while you attend this group. Meetings are every 3rd Friday of the month, 10:15 am - 11:30 am, at RISB. Call Carolyn Naiman at Coast Caregiver Resource Center for more information (805) 962-3600 ext. 16.

For more information on Project Re-Entry call Therapeutic Recreation Services at (805) 687-7444 ext. 2102