Collaboration helps unhoused residents with disabilities navigate housing crisis
Local agencies, including Disability Network Northern Michigan, collaborate to help unhoused residents with disabilities find housing in Traverse City’s tight market.
Disability Inclusion
West Michigan nonprofit turns dog biscuits into opportunities for adults with disabilities
Beer City Dog Biscuits turns dog treats into opportunity, building community for adults with disabilities while expanding into stores across Michigan.
New toolkit helps Michigan communities design homes for everyone
A new statewide toolkit guides planners and developers to build accessible housing that supports aging residents and people with disabilities.
Peer support groups help people with disabilities find community
Disability Network Northern Michigan programs help participants build friendships, gain confidence, and feel less alone through peer support and shared experiences.
Polio survivor drives advocacy and access across West Michigan
Muskegon Heights resident Larry Latin uses lived experience to improve accessibility, challenge attitudes, and promote inclusion through advocacy.
Marquis Childers builds accessibility, opportunity, and trust across West Michigan communities
From classrooms to blueprints, Marquis Childers advances accessibility, community voice, and opportunity through education, advocacy, and grassroots leadership.
Wife of veteran with Alzheimer’s finds strength through support from Disability Network
As her husband’s Alzheimer’s progresses, Karen Bass turns to Disability Network West Michigan for vital guidance, community support, and lifesaving caregiver resources.
Disability Network West Michigan celebrates value, talent through inclusion
Disability Network West Michigan lives National Disability Employment Awareness Month year-round by empowering people with disabilities through employment, mentorship, and inclusion.
Blind advocate empowers women through technology and support
Lisa Sullivan fosters independence and connection, guiding women with disabilities such as Rosemarie Facilla through technology, resources, and encouragement.
Families thrive through Ignite program’s support, skills, friendships, and partnerships
Disability Network West Michigan’s Ignite program builds friendships, life skills, and community connections for families.
