Peer Counseling
Three individuals in wheelchairs holding hands

Program Description​

Individuals with various disabilities come together to offer their personal knowledge and experiences to people who have recently acquired a disability or whose disability has altered their current way of life.These mentors promote the philosophy of independent living and instill the belief that having a disability is not the end of the world but the start of a new and worthwhile adventure.

Peer Counseling Team

Roberto M. Oporto ILS/PC/Outreach Coordinator

Roberto M. Oporto

Independent Living Skills
Peer Counseling Program Coordinator

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Three individuals in wheelchairs holding hands

Peer Counseling

Program Description

Peer Counseling is one of the five core services provided by centers for independent living.  Individuals with various disabilities come together to offer their personal knowledge and experiences to people who have recently acquired a disability or whose disability has altered their current way of life.  These mentors promote the philosophy of independent living and instill the belief that having a disability is not the end of the world but the start of a new and worthwhile adventure.

Peer Counseling Team

Roberto M. Oporto ILS/PC/Outreach Coordinator

Roberto M. Oporto

Independent Living Skills/Peer Counseling Program Coordinator

Education:

Associates Degree Accounting

Experience:

Interests:

Favorite Quote: