Disability Network Washtenaw Monroe Livingston

Happening now! Join us at Genoa Park in Livingston county and Father Carin’s park in Monroe county for our satellite ADA celebrations!

DNWML staff on site with food and tie dye until 5pm!

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We Want to Help You Meet YOUR Goals, at our New
In-Person Office Hours

Where: Michigan Works Southeast Office
1200 Byron Rd.,
Howell, MI 48843
Next to Trinity Livington Hospital
When: Open most Mondays, if Monday is a federal holiday then we will be open on that Tuesday instead

Open the hours for July 2024.
Monday, July 1 10 AM – 2 PM
Monday, July 8 10 AM – 2 PM
Monday, July 15 10 AM – 3 PM
Monday, July 22 10 AM – 3 PM
Monday, July 29 10 AM-2 PM

Staff contact: [email protected]
517–586–0233

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Our Healthy Neighborhoods Team has partnered with Ypsilanti District Library to host "Senior Day at Whittaker" this Sat, July 13 from 10am-12pm at the YDL Whittaker location! This senior resource event will offer free blood pressure screenings, farmers market coupons*, and health education and resources. Come meet local orgs and learn more about their senior services! See flyer for more details.

: Honor with disability rights activists in our community! Hear from Alex Gossage at Disability Network Washtenaw Monroe Livingston, Tameka Citchen-Spruce at Michigan Disability Rights Coalition, Dessa Cosma at Detroit Disability Power, and Jaime Junior at Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council at as they dive into the history of the ADA, discover vital policies, and hear about ongoing activism from our Disabled community. Watch live 👇 https://fb.me/e/4ALxeEOgV

Find Support for any Disability or Challenge at our Friday General Support Group

When: Once a Month, Fridays 3-4
July 19
August 9
October 11
Where: Disability Network WML-Washtenaw 3941 Research Park Dr., Ann Arbor, MI

Contact: [email protected]

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#DWORD: Disability is not a bad word Disability Network Southwest Michigan (DNSWM) is proud to launch the campaign. This campaign aims to change the way our current culture views the word...

Join us on Zoom for Movie Club every Thursday 🎬💻
Grab your Spot & Get the Link: [email protected]

Watch a movie on your own time and then come join friends online for fun discussion, quiz time, and behind the scenes action! All are welcome 😃

When: Thursdays 4–5 p.m
Where: Zoom

Upcoming movies
July 11-Divergent
July 18-Insurgent
July 25 – Allegiant
August 1 – Mr. and Mrs. Smith
August 8 – The Matrix

All movies available on Netflix unless otherwise noted.

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Movie Event "Wonder"

When: Saturday, July 6
Doors open at 6 PM, showtime is at 7 PM
Where: Historic Howell Theater

Celebrating
Sponsored by Saint Paul's Episcopal Church

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👨🏽‍🦽👩🏼‍🦯‍➡️👨🏽‍🦼🚶🏼‍♀️‍➡️🇺🇸 DNWML will be closed in observance of ALL freedoms & abilities July 4 & July 5.

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the Disability pride flag colors have meaning? Happy Month

The flag's five colors represent different types of disabilities: red (physical disabilities), gold (neurodivergence), white (invisible and undiagnosed disabilities), blue (psychiatric disabilities) and green (sensory disabilities).

Join our satellite events in Monroe and Livingston Counties! Plus tons more! DNWML Newsletter Edition #35, June 28, 2024 , & Https://conta.cc/4cFBqgB

Join our satellite events in Monroe and Livingston Counties! Plus tons more! DNWML Newsletter Edition #35 June 28, 2024 News & Updates IMPORTANT: DNWML Offices are CLOSED Thursday, July 4 + Friday, July 5 ADA Satellite Events Livingston County Friday, July 12 3

Late Night Karaoke has been postponed. Stay tuned… We apologize for any inconvenience!🎤🎼

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Be Silly!😝 Be Dramatic!🤔Be YOU!🎭
Theatre Be In-Person Classes All Abilities Welcome Ages 14+
Join now! No registration required

When: Mondays 3:30 – 4:30 PM
June 17 – August 26*
Where: DNWML -Washtenaw Office
3941 Research Park Dr., Ann Arbor, MI

Contact: Director Robin [email protected] 734– 889–9380
NOTE: NO Class June 8 & 22

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THIS FRIDAY, June 28! Warm up your vocal cords and take the stage! All ages and all abilities welcome 😎🎤🎼

REGISTER NOW: https://tinyurl.com/DNWMLkaraoke


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Nature Nurture Virtual & In-Person Opportunities

Register NOW: https://tinyurl.com/DNWMLNature

Upcoming Meetings:
Tuesday, June 25
July 30
August 27

Contact: [email protected]
734-889-9690






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In recognition of the Day of Freedom, Juneteenth, DNWML will be closed today, June 19.

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Seasonal Programming + Karaoke Sign Up + New Community https://conta.cc/3xmhPDa

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DNWML in Bloom 🌹 🌻 🌷 🌼 Seasonal Programming, Karaoke Sign-up, New Community Resources, and more! DNWML Newsletter Edition #34 June 14, 2024 News & Updates DNWML Office (and Programs!) in Bloom Summer really feels like it ha

stay indoors, when possible and drink lots of water☀️🕶️🥵

Sunshine to end week before heat wave hits Metro Detroit We are looking at the longest stretch of 90° or better high temperatures we've seen since July 2002

Get creative! Join the DNWML Art Program for guidance and activities every week!
In person and Virtual opportunities. No registration required.

WHEN: Mondays 1-3 PM: In-Person Guided Sessions
Wednesday 10 AM – 12 PM: In-Person Open Studio
Thursdays 11 AM – 12 PM: Virtual-Open Studio

For more information or to sign up, contact [email protected]
Or check our calendar for program dates: https://dnwml.org/calendar/






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This Thursday 6/13

ATTENTION: FREE WEBINAR!! SEE ALL THE DETAILS BELOW!

We have partnered with the Clinical Psychology Department at Michigan State University to provide a webinar about Caregiver supports and self-care. The webinar will provide easy and simple strategies to manage stressors when caring for an individual on the autism spectrum or other conditions! You will learn to conduct your own needs assessment and match those needs to specific strategies backed by science and research.

The webinar will be provided by Dr. Alex Burt (a clinical psychologist and faculty member at MSU who is also a parent!) as well as Hannah Tokish, M.A., and Anamiguel Pomales Ramos, M.A. who are doctoral students who specialize in evidence-based interventions and practices for children and their parents through the MSU Psychological Clinic and MSU Autism Lab.

Join us for this free webinar on June 13th from 4:00-5:00pm. To receive a Zoom videoconferencing link, please email Cathy Blatnik at [email protected] by June 12th. THIS WEBINAR WILL BE RECORDED.

Aperio Insights is Conducting a marketing research study to gather feedback on ways car manufacturers can implement inclusive design to better serve the needs of individuals with vision, hearing and mobility challenges.

WHEN
They would like to schedule a 2-hour discussion where they will come to your location (home, office, etc). They are scheduling these discussions from Thursday, June 6 – Tuesday, June 25.
The process will involve both talking about the process of using a vehicle as well as observing you do specific tasks with a vehicle.
They are happy to drive to your location and can do the interview outside near your vehicle (or ours if you'd prefer).

DISCUSSION TOPICS
• Getting Into/Out of the Vehicle
• Driving/Riding Challenges
• Vehicle Modifications and/or Workarounds
• Improving Safety and Comfort
• Making Better Use of Technology
• The Caregiver Perspective (if applicable)
• Challenges when using other passenger vehicles (rentals, Ubers, friends vehicles etc)

IN APPRECIATION
Each person who participates and completes the study will receive $200 via your choice of Cash, Amazon e-gift card, PayPal or Zelle.

If you're interested please contact Mike Courtney:
[email protected]

Aperio Insights Revealing Insights for Clear Decisions. Hindsight helps you learn from the past, Insight explains the present, Foresight explores the future.

Yesterday's Theatre Be Kickoff was a huge success! Missed it? Don't fear! Theatre Be Classes continue starting next Monday

When: Mondays June 17 – August 26 330–430*
Where: Disability Network WML Washtenaw office 3941 Research Park Dr., Ann Arbor, MI
No Registration Required *No class July 8 & July 22

Staff contact: [email protected]
(734)-889–9380

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Learn, Have Fun, Come Hungry 😋, ages 14+ of all experience levels.

$5/ CLASS

Registration required! Go to https://tinyurl.com/Delish5

When: Thursdays May 16 – June 27
12:30 - 2:00 pm
Delishability, a HANDS-ON cooking course designed for people with disabilities. All abilities welcome

Where: Disability Network - Washtenaw Office
3941 Research Park Dr. | Ann Arbor, MI

Contact Dana: [email protected]

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Warm up your vocal cords and take the stage! All ages and all abilities welcome 😎🎤🎼

REGISTER NOW: https://tinyurl.com/DNWMLkaraoke

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Fill | Late Night Karaoke with DNWML Warm up your vocal cords and get ready to sing the night away for this all ages event at our Washtenaw office!

Only 14 more days until registration ends for the Disability Pride Month Poetry Slam!

This event celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of individuals with developmental disabilities through the power of poetry!

Top entries will also be invited to perform their poems at the Breaking Barriers: Disability Pride Month Celebration on Friday, July 26th at the Lansing Shuffle.

Registration closes on Friday, June 21 at 11:59 PM. Register today at: https://bit.ly/DPMSlam24

Questions? Contact Renee Hall at [email protected].

Please help us share our 2024-25 Events & Happenings by printing and posting! Together, we can provide the support and information our families need. Thank you for your commitment and cooperation in helping us distribute and share! To download, please visit us here: https://www.workandplaycenter.org/so/82O-VTsEx?languageTag=en