CARES Act funding helps provide relief during COVID-19
On March 27, the Federal government passed the CARES Act (Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act) which, among other things, made... Read More
Jamar’s Path to Employment
Jamar is 20 years old and has an intellectual disability; he was referred to Disability Network by Michigan Rehabilitation Services, whose services... Read More
Getting To School Safely Starts at Your Own Front Door
Rylynn, who has Cerebral Palsy and is a full time wheelchair user, was six years old when her grandmother connected with Disability... Read More
Keeping people safely independent is an ongoing process
Many years ago, Kathleen survived a car crash when she was hit by a drunk driver. Her injuries were quite extensive; she... Read More
There’s No Keeping Him Down Now!
Walter, now 63, was in a serious motorcycle accident when he was 17 years old. He was in a coma for three... Read More
2020 Volunteer of the Year
Our Volunteer of the Year Award recognizes a person with or without a disability who has contributed greatly through their volunteer efforts... Read More
2020 Bob Davis Independent Living Award
Each year Disability Network Southwest Michigan honors individuals and organizations in the community who have made a significant contribution to the disability... Read More
2020 Jim Neubacher Lifetime Achievement Award
Each year Disability Network Southwest Michigan honors individuals and organizations in the community who have made a significant contribution to the disability... Read More
2020 Community Inclusion Award
Each year Disability Network Southwest Michigan honors individuals and organizations in the community who have made a significant contribution to the disability... Read More
Independence Brings Tears of Joy
Charles uses a wheelchair because he has had a foot amputated and without a ramp on his home, it was extremely difficult... Read More