Skills Groups
“Harrigan Development Services has provided our son with a variety of opportunities to become more involved in the community and to improve his self-confidence. We have utilized vocational, Compass Peers, individual support, and mentoring services. I think what sets HDS apart from other providers is Andy and his staff’s empathy for what can be a difficult process to navigate. I feel confident that our son is receiving the best services possible from Harrigan Development Services.”
COMPASS Peer Group
Wednesdays | 2:30–4:00 PM | Ages 17–35
Building Connections. Practicing Skills. Exploring the Community.
Compass Peer Group is designed for young adults ages 17–35 who want to build social connections, practice communication skills, and feel more confident participating in their community. The group provides a supportive environment to meet peers while learning and practicing skills in real-life settings.
Harrigan Helping Hands
Mondays | 5:30–7:30 PM | Ages 17–35
“Advocating Healthy Habits Together”
Harrigan Helping Hands is a supportive group for young adults ages 17–35 that combines life skills, social skills, and wellness-focused learning. The group meets at the Harrigan Development Services office and provides opportunities for participants to build practical skills, connect with others, and develop healthy habits that support overall well-being.
Each week provides a combination of discussion, skill-building, hands-on activities, and opportunities for social connection in a supportive group environment.
Hero’s Journey: LGBTQ+ Identity & Empowered Becoming
Thursdays | 5:00–6:30 PM | Ages 12–17 | 6-Week Group
A space to explore identity, build confidence, and become more fully yourself.
Hero’s Journey is a supportive, in-person therapeutic group for adolescents ages 12–17 who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community or are questioning their identity. Through creative activities, guided discussions, and shared experiences, participants are invited to explore who they are, what matters to them, and the strengths they bring to their own journey.
The group uses a simplified version of Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey as a framework for exploring themes of identity, courage, growth, and transformation.
Shared Stories: A Collaborative Video Journey
Day & Time: TBA | Ages 12–17 | Weekly 1.5-Hour Sessions
Create. Connect. Share Your Story.
Shared Stories is a therapeutic media group for adolescents ages 12–17 who may benefit from creative expression, connection, and a supportive group environment. Through video, storytelling, discussion, and collaborative activities, participants will have opportunities to explore their emotions, connect with peers, and develop skills that support emotional well-being.
Munch & Mingle (M&M) Peer Group
Third Tuesday of Each Month | 12:00–1:30 PM | Ages 17–35
This group was created for high-functioning young adults with disabilities or disorders, who have a weekly Harrigan mentor, to meet and engage with other peer/mentor duos. Each group session has a theme that connects peers with each other and the world around them.
The group is facilitated by Susie Heitman, an occupational therapist who has worked in both acute and community settings. She also taught adults in the Occupational Therapy Assistant program at Milwaukee Area Technical College for over 20 years.
Service Inquiry Form
(For New Clients only. If you are a current client, please contact your mentor or coach for information on additional services)