The Arc Michigan

Universal design isn't just about accessibility - it's about innovation that sparks creativity and inclusivity in a way that makes life better for everyone.

Arc Club TODAY at 2p at the Allegan District Library!

Join us for our upcoming Ask The Advocate sessions, the new 2024-2025 schedule is out now! Learn more about the variety of topics to help you navigate your future. We hope to see you all there, registration for the first few sessions are now available.

RSVP Here-https://arcservices.org/ask-the-advocate2024-25/

How is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) relevant to caregivers and individuals with disabilities who need their assistance and support? Review our fact sheet on The ADA and Caregivers: Frequently Asked Questions here to learn more: https://adata.org/factsheet/ada-and-caregivers

Do you have tickets to watch your football team play at the Big House in Ann Arbor? Remove the stress of trying to find a parking spot and help support a local non-profit at the same time.

Email [email protected] to reserve your parking spot. Your spot will remain reserved until game time.

Reservation cost: $30 per spot per game.
Reservations available for single games, multiple games, or the entire season.

Parking lot address:
2074-2098 S. Main St.
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Located 0.5 mile south of U of M's football stadium with easy access to I-94.

Proceeds support Disability Network Washtenaw Monroe Livingston.

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Patients rely on copay assistance to afford the cost of Rx meds but insurance companies want to take help away. Now the scheme is making the news. Check out the coverage in Bridge Michigan (hhttps://bit.ly/4c0jj46) and give HB 4719 a hearing! All Copays Count Coalition

Care affects us all, whether we give it, receive it, or will eventually need it. That’s why the Bus Tour is coming on August 27 to Grand Rapids at 10AM in Garfield Park, and in Detroit at 3PM in the Love Building. We're highlighting the urgent need for affordable, accessible care and showing how it impacts everyone. 🚌❤️
Join us for rallies, community dialogues, and more as we amplify the voices of caregivers and care recipients. Together, we can push for the legislative changes needed to create a more equitable care system. Your voice and story matter!

RSVP for Grand Rapids at 10AM here: https://go.caringacross.org/a/bustour-grandrapids-rsvp?utm_campaign=CCWBusTour&utm_source=partner&utm_medium=referral&sourceid=1079012

RSVP for Detroit at 3PM here: https://go.caringacross.org/a/bustour-detroit-rsvp?utm_campaign=CCWBusTour&utm_source=partner&utm_medium=referral&sourceid=1079012






Caring Across Generations

Exciting news from Pottery Barn! Their new accessible line of furniture is designed with the disability community in mind, offering stylish, functional pieces that everyone can enjoy. From adjustable heights to easy-to-use features, these designs make independent living more comfortable and inclusive. Finally, furniture that moves with you, not against you!


https://www.potterybarn.com/shop/new/accessible-home/?Kenshoo=_k_Cj0KCQjwzva1BhD3ARIsADQuPnVvh4bBJ4mATGIxkc9pVMvdbOzhapXP4xjASP2slTQ1Mn_1xE2SUrAaArlYEALw_wcB_k_&cm_ven=BrandSearch&cm_cat=Google&cm_pla=Brand_Search_Core_BMM_Google&cm_ite=%2Bpottery%20%2Bbarn_293816045_kwd-17123751157&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAD_dE6dUeLXKp95GUCyuCQ2DS8Nlu&gclid=Cj0KCQjwzva1BhD3ARIsADQuPnVvh4bBJ4mATGIxkc9pVMvdbOzhapXP4xjASP2slTQ1Mn_1xE2SUrAaArlYEALw_wcB

Pottery Barn Adds To Accessible Furniture Line A major player in home furnishings is expanding its collection of products designed to better accommodate people with disabilities.

Hello Everyone
please don't forget
our summer dance party
will be held on Tomorrow
Friday August 16th
from 4:00pm to 7:00pm
Right here at the Arc Detroit

Due to weather forecast with rain
the party will be indoors
Dinner will be served at 5:30pm
and we will have DJ Captain Kirk
spinning the tunes to make you happy
Fun and Friendship awaits
We cannot wait to see you here

Everyone should have the power to make their own choices and shape their own lives. 💪✨

www.arcmi.org

We’ve been waiting in the wings and now it’s time to take center stage with an exciting announcement—we’re partnering with the incredible Tony Award-winning performer Sarah Jones to tour a sneak peek of her new work-in-progress show, “The Cost of Not Caring”!

Inspired by the real stories of caregivers who make other work possible, this one-woman show brings to life a medley of characters across class, race, ability, gender and generations as they navigate providing and receiving care.

After the performance (and maybe some laughs and tears), there will be a panel discussion with Sarah, our very own Ai-jen Poo, and special guests!

The tour kicks off this month in Chicago and will continue next month in Detroit and Atlanta! We hope to see you at curtain up!

https://go.caringacross.org/a/sj-chicago?utm_campaign=SarahJonesTour&utm_source=social&utm_medium=social&sourceid=1079066

Patients from across Michigan are asking () Rep. Brenda Carter to hold a hearing on HB 4719, legislation to stop a health insurance scheme that’s increasing our out of pocket costs! Please hold a hearing now. All Copays Count Coalition

While our "official" Parent Support Group doesn't start until September, an informal group has been meeting and would love to invite anyone interested in joining them for a coffee and chat:

Tuesday, August 20
9:30-11:30am
Grand Traverse Pie Company
9912 E Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI 48116

We love our community supporting each other!!!

“We want a culture that is inclusive of everyone and where everyone who joins feels they have opportunities to succeed and grow."
-Nellie Borrero

We are stronger together. You can help us spread the word that Michigan's Direct Care Workers deserve fair wages.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3WKLNcF

Give HB 4719 a hearing! We agree with Representative Carrie Rheingans, D-Ann Arbor. “An insurance company doesn't need to be double dipping on the back of a person who is struggling to afford to eat and be housed.” All Copays Count Coalition

House Bill 4719 deserves a hearing. It’s time for Lansing to protect patients’ access to copay assistance that counts. Patients are speaking out and they’re sharing their stories. All Copays Count Coalition

A Parent's Guide to the Individualized Education Program (IEP) An individualized education program (IEP) is a plan for your child's special education and related services. Here are the essential components of an IEP.