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
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Please help support our mission to help those impacted by
brain injury, stroke and other neurological conditions.
Clubhouse Day Program
Clubhouse Day Program
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
Clubhouse Day Program
- 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.
Employment Program
KNZ Gym & NeuroFitness
KNZ Gym & NeuroFitness
- 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
- 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
630-297-8002
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.