Dale is the Communications Specialist for Disability Network Southwest Michigan. Here she talks about being connected to all aspects of Disability Network so that she…
Don’t wait for the eviction moratorium period to end. Take action now to prevent eviction! When the moratorium ends all past-due rents will become due…
Leatrice is the Program Manager of Advocacy & Community Education at Disability Network Southwest Michigan. Here Leatrice talks about her passion for advocacy and the…
Holly is a Program Development Coordinator for Independent Living Services. Read below to learn what Holly loves about her work and the people she works…
Lynn experienced the effects of COVID-19 firsthand. At first, she thought she had bronchitis and scheduled a visit with her doctor. A few days later…
Jared’s dad, Allen, contacted our Ramp Up Coordinator to inquire about a ramp for their home. Jared has cerebral palsy which affects his mobility. The…
Ted has Friedreich’s ataxia, an autosomal-recessive genetic disease which causes difficulty walking. As Ted’s disability progressed, he was falling more frequently – he knew that…
Anthony, 49, has cerebral palsy and is a wheelchair user. Anthony’s mom, Catherine, who is also his caregiver, contacted Disability Network in hopes of replacing…
For years, Bonnie worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant – caring for people who were healing after an illness or injury. Bonnie loved helping others…
As we prepare for the retirement of our President & CEO after 20 years at the helm, Mary K. Fortney, Program Development Coordinator- IL Skills…