About Synapse House
Our Programs
At Synapse House, we offer a range of programs for individuals affected by brain injury, stroke and other neurological conditions. We offer a Clubhouse Day Program, Supported Employment Services to return back to work, Community Support Services for veterans and our KNZ Neuro-Fitness Gym with adaptive exercise classes.
For more information or to set up a tour, please call 877-932-1120 or contact our Director, Deborah Giesler at deborah@synapsehouse.org
The next step in the journey is found here!
Please support!
This year's Giving Tuesday supports our Employment Program because "WORK IS HEALING"
Please help support the efforts to return to work following a brain injury or stroke.
Clubhouse Program
Veteran's Services
Based upon the internationally recognized Clubhouse Model.
- Work is healing.
- Meet goals & aids self-esteem.
- Business Unit - newsletters, marketing, computer skills
- Culinary Unit - meal prep
- Community Outings
- Exercise & therapeutic groups
Veteran's Services
KNZ Gym & NeuroFitness
Veteran's Services
- Life Skills Coaching that is one on one support to veterans
- Become more independent at home, in the community and workplace.
- Develop a social network of support
- Volunteering and get active
- Employment assistance
Veterans, who have served post 9-11, may receive funding for the service. Please inquire to learn more.
Employment Program
KNZ Gym & NeuroFitness
KNZ Gym & NeuroFitness
- 8-Week Work Readiness Course
- Return to work through skill development & job training
- Create a Person Centered & Plan for Employment
- Support on the Job
- Coordinates accommodation & needs with employer
- Benefits assessment
- In partnership with Dept, of Rehabilitation Services
KNZ Gym & NeuroFitness
KNZ Gym & NeuroFitness
KNZ Gym & NeuroFitness
- Work on balance, core, strength, flexibility & mobility
- Daily Exercise Groups ADVANCED OR SEATED - $10 per class in person or virtually (if not a part of the Clubhouse)
- Health & Wellness Training - one on one highly personalized exercise with a licensed therapist.
About Synapse House
Service Funding
- Department of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) for Supported Employment Program (SEP), Milestone & Job Coaching
- Home Service Program (HSP) Brain Injury Waiver for Day Habilitation & Prevocational Services
- Workmen’s Compensation Insurance
- Funding for veterans of Post 9-11 Service
- Private Pay
Accreditations
Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) for:
- Community Integration
- Community Employment Services: Employment Supports
- Community Employment Services: Job Development
A member of the International Brain Injury Clubhouse Alliance (IBICA)
Synapse House
Synapse House
3130 Finley Rd., Suite 520
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(877) 932-1120
Fax (813) 400-1501
HOURS of OPERATION
Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Closed on Major Holidays. Please see our calendar for more information.