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\*English version down below\* ¿Te encanta leer pero te cuesta encontrar el tiempo o el lugar ideal? ¡Acompáñanos! No hay un libro obligatorio, ni presión por participar en debates. El objetivo es simplemente disfrutar de una hora de lectura compartida en un ambiente tranquilo. **¿Cómo funciona?** Es muy sencillo: traes el libro que estés leyendo actualmente (novela, ensayo, cómic o Kindle) y leemos juntos en silencio. Sin tareas, sin compromisos. **Agenda:** * **10:30 AM - 11:00 AM:** Bienvenida y presentaciones rápidas (¿qué estás leyendo?). * **11:00 AM - 12:00 PM:** Una hora de lectura en silencio (¡celulares en vibración!). * **12:00 PM en adelante:** Compartimos un poco de lo que leímos y nos conocemos un poco más En esta ocasión realizaremos un picnic durante la lectura. Te invitamos a que, de manera sustentable, lleves tu propio termo con café o agua, así como algún cojín para sentarte cómodamente. ¡Te esperamos! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Do you love reading but struggle to find the time or the right place? Join us! There’s no required book and no pressure to participate in discussions. The goal is simply to enjoy an hour of shared reading in a calm and relaxed atmosphere. How does it work? It’s very simple: bring the book you’re currently reading (novel, essay, comic, or Kindle) and we’ll read together in silence. No assignments, no commitments. Agenda: - **10:30 AM – 11:00 AM**: Welcome and quick introductions (what are you reading?) - **11:00 AM – 12:00 PM**: One hour of silent reading (phones on vibrate!) - **12:00 PM onwards**: We’ll share a bit about what we read and get to know each other On this occasion, we will have a picnic during the reading session. We invite you to be sustainable by bringing your own reusable cup or thermos with coffee or water, as well as a cushion for comfortable seating. We look forward to seeing you! | | | --- | |

Summer Session, Thursdays, June 4 - July 23, 2026, from 6 to 8:30pm ET **NAMI Family-to-Family** is a free, eight-week program for family members, caregivers, and partners of individuals living with mental illness. NAMI Family-to-Family provides information about anxiety, depressive disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and other mental health conditions. Other topics covered include communication, problem solving, treatment, and recovery.

Some trained COUNT volunteers work together once a month at RMH (http://www.rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer.php) as Housewarmers (usually on the 1st Sunday from 1 – 5 PM). Some schedule other shifts at their convenience. You may try this out with less fuss by following a "Fast track" or go through the normal process. Fast track • Arrange a time to shadow a COUNT volunteer. Call Dave Nohle at 614-268-9558 (cell). • Show up and try it out. • Complete application, etc. later. Normal process • Complete an online application (http://rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer/). • Attend orientation in advance. • At orientation you will complete forms agreeing to keep family/patient info private and allowing a background check and tour the facility. • Complete one training shift. Daily shifts are: morning 9 AM - 1 PM, afternoon 1 - 5 PM and evening 5 - 9 PM. • Schedule shifts online using the on the RMH scheduling system (http://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/?FROM=32895). The Ronald McDonald House (RMH) provides housing and meals for families with sick children. The Columbus RMH is the largest in the world with 137 rooms. COUNT has been volunteering there since May 2014. Housewarmers work with RMH guests to provide a home-like environment - greet, assist with family needs, answer phones, give tours, assist with checkin/checkout, prepare guest rooms after checkout, clean facility, laundry, restock supplies and staff the front desk. RMH Housewarmers volunteer at least one four-hour shift a month. All Housewarmers must complete an application and agree to a background check before they can be full fledged volunteers.

**Welcome to the Brain Injury Alliance of Kentucky’s Support Group.** *\*\*This meeting has been moved to the 4th Monday of each month.* This group is a safe space for **survivors of traumatic and acquired brain injuries**, as well as their **families and caregivers**, to find support, share experiences, and connect with others who understand the journey. Whether you're newly injured, a longtime survivor, or supporting a loved one, you’ll find comfort, information, and encouragement here. Our professionally facilitated groups offer a confidential, compassionate setting for healing, learning, and growing together. Join us to discover the power of community—because no one should walk this road alone. *All survivors of ABI/TBI and those who care for them are welcome.* \* This meeting is for persons with brain tumors and their guests. \*\* This is a hybrid meeting. For those meeting in-person dinner is served at 5:45pm. Online begins at 6:30pm.

We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able! Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!