Position Statement: Civil rights for people with disabilities during the COVID-19 pandemic
This position statement is written on behalf of Disability Network Southwest Michigan that annually serves over 7,500 customers in our service area... Read More
Ableism – A common form of disability discrimination
There is no question we live in an ableist world. In its simplest form, ableism is the belief system that tells us... Read More
Do’s & Don’ts: Assistance Animals
This workshop is now being offered as a live webinar. Join us for this webinar to learn the difference between Service Animals... Read More
Disability & Employment Webinar
How, When & Why to Talk About Your Disability to an Employer This workshop is now being offered as a live webinar.... Read More
Know Your Rights
Overview of laws protecting people with disabilities NOTE: This event has been cancelled due to the Coronavirus Pandemic. It will be rescheduled... Read More
Proposed Emotional Support Animal Bill threatens housing rights for people with disabilities
Legislative bills have been presented in the Michigan Senate and House of Representatives that, if passed, would significantly hinder the ability of... Read More
Patient No More Exhibition
A new traveling exhibition titled Patient No More: People with Disabilities Securing Civil Rights will be on display at the Kalamazoo Valley... Read More
Alternatives to Guardianship
Guardianship is the legal court proceeding which grants one person (the guardian) power to make legal decisions for another (the ward), thereby... Read More
Rethinking Guardianship with Dohn Hoyle
Dohn Hoyle is a respected leader and innovator in the disability rights movement and a long-time advocate for the rights of people... Read More