Our alley leading to our main entrance and parking lot is under construction. Unfortunately, it makes reaching our office a little complicated. When visiting our office, you will need to enter our parking lot through our Eighth Street driveway by the “The Law Offices of Matthew Connolly” located at 409 E. Eighth Street. Also, because of the […]
Support Disability Network Northern Michigan on Saturday, November 10, 2018 just by shopping Downtown at Shop Your Community Day! Who: YOU and your friends & family What: Shop Your Community Day When: Saturday, November 10, 2018, ALL DAY Where: Downtown Traverse City* How: For every purchase you make at the participating stores, 15% […]
Parenting is tough. We understand and we’re here to help. Join us at our upcoming FREE Parent Network workshop on Wednesday, October 17, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at our office located at 415 E. Eight Street, Traverse City*. Our Parent Network coordinator, Nicole Miller, will be starting the conversation on Healthy Relationships; what this […]
The American Association of People with Disabilities’ (AAPD) REV UP Campaign aims to increase the political participation of the disability community while also engaging candidates and the media on disability issues. REV UP stands for Register! Educate! Vote! Use your Power! Full political participation for Americans with disabilities is a top priority! AAPD works […]
Join us at our Fall Open House on Thursday, October 25, from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. at our Traverse City office. Meet members of our staff, learn about the services we offer, tour our office, and enjoy light refreshments. Everyone is welcome to attend and join in the fall, festive fun! Our office is […]
Meet & Greet Open House at Lakewood on the Green on September 19! You’re invited to join us for a casual and informative Meet & Greet Open House at Lakewood on the Green in Cadillac on Wednesday, September 19, from 5 – 7 p.m. Meet and visit with members of our board and staff […]
National Disability Employment Awareness Month 2018 Celebrating Disability Inclusion for More than 70 Years! Reflecting a commitment to a robust and competitive American labor force, the 2018 National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) theme is “America’s Workforce: Empowering All.” Observed each October, NDEAM celebrates the contributions of workers with disabilities and educates about the value […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Aug. 30, 2018 CONTACT: Lynn Sutfin, 517-241-2112, Sutfinl1@michigan.gov Developmental Disabilities Council taking legislators to work to highlight Disability Employment Awareness Month LANSING, Mich. – To celebrate the achievements of people with disabilities in employment, the Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council is hosting “Take Your Legislator to Work” events across the state in advance […]
The Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center (MSKTC) is recruiting individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI) as well as their caregivers and nurses to participate in a research study. Answers from the interviews will be used for research purposes to better understand: Their health information needs Their participation in other research studies Recruiting Individuals with Spinal Cord Injury […]
Making longer lives, better lives. *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* Traverse City – Senior citizens lose billions very year to fraud, identity theft and various scams. We all know when something sounds too good to be true or not logical. Yet, some of us still fall for scams or fail to protect personal data. So, how does […]
Disability can occur at any age and at any moment—in fact, 80% of us will have a disability at some point in our lifetime. Your support will help us to continue promoting personal empowerment and positive social change for individuals with disabilities—including children, veterans, aging parents, and those who recently acquired a disability due to an accident. For every dollar invested in Disability Network, $13 is returned to our region. Our programs boost the economy, create a more inclusive community, and offer tax savings for Michigan residents. Your donation will enable us to continue to improve the quality of life for local individuals.
Most people equate disability with limitations. But it’s our job to change the perceptions and realities that prevent people with disabilities from sharing in the community. Every year, we provide training, mentoring, and referrals to help people with disabilities and their families live productive lives. Because disability touches so many people, we also work on a larger scale, helping governments and businesses make changes that benefit not just those with disabilities, but everyone in the community.