January 2021
Phenomenal Women – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Phenomenal Women Peer Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Leatrice Fullerton. This women's support group is open to women with any type of disability. Women are welcome to come share experiences of living with a disability, support other women living with a disability and discuss a variety of topics of interest in a safe, nonjudgmental…
Find out more »SPIRIT Club
SPIRIT CLUB is a free weekly 1 hour exercise program on Tuesday afternoons. We have contracted with SPIRIT Club to offer this exercise program. SPIRIT Club exercise classes are specifically designed to present a range of options to suit everyone. Participation in this event is available through an internet connection. Once registered, you will receive an email each week with a link to the virtual exercise class. Follow this link for more information, and to register for SPIRIT Club.
Find out more »Web Movie: The R-Word
The inappropriate use of the word retard(ed) as a derogatory slang term used to put people down marginalizes and dehumanizes an entire population of people and their families and friends. But there is a social and cultural movement afoot and now is the time to leverage this momentum for change. The R-Word documentary film challenges viewers to put their mind where their mouth is and encourage everyone to think before they speak. Follow this link for more information or to register for…
Find out more »Brain Injury Survivors Group – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Brain Injury Survivors Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Anne Kooy. This support group is open to adults with a brain injury. This group is a chapter of the Brain Injury Association of Michigan and is very active. The group meets weekly to discuss a variety of topics, host speakers, and attend outings. The group…
Find out more »Webinar: Rise Up! Disability Resistance History and Pride
Join us for this webinar with discussion and activities that promote knowledge of disability history and support the journey to disability pride. Everyone is welcome! We are offering this webinar in celebration of Ed Roberts Day. Follow this link for more information or to register for Rise Up!
Find out more »Board Meeting
Disability Network Southwest Michigan Board meetings are open to the public. We welcome your input! Public comment is taken at the beginning of each meeting. For more information, or to request an accommodation, contact Margaret at (269) 345-1516 x101. This is a fragrance free environment, please do not wear any perfumes or scented products.
Find out more »Phenomenal Women – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Phenomenal Women Peer Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Leatrice Fullerton. This women's support group is open to women with any type of disability. Women are welcome to come share experiences of living with a disability, support other women living with a disability and discuss a variety of topics of interest in a safe, nonjudgmental…
Find out more »SPIRIT Club
SPIRIT CLUB is a free weekly 1 hour exercise program on Tuesday afternoons. We have contracted with SPIRIT Club to offer this exercise program. SPIRIT Club exercise classes are specifically designed to present a range of options to suit everyone. Participation in this event is available through an internet connection. Once registered, you will receive an email each week with a link to the virtual exercise class. Follow this link for more information, and to register for SPIRIT Club.
Find out more »TAG – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the TAG Team will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Paul Ecklund. Transportation Advocacy Group (TAG Team) monitors the day-to-day service of public transit to ensure it complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Learn advocacy and leadership skills while making a real difference in Kalamazoo County. No experience needed! TAG Team meets on the 2nd & 4th…
Find out more »Access – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Access Team will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Paul Ecklund. The Access Team works on projects that improve accessibility for people with disabilities in our communities and educates businesses and community leaders about barriers to full inclusion. Learn advocacy and leadership skills while making a real difference in Kalamazoo County. No experience needed! The Access Team meets…
Find out more »Webinar: Serving Customers with Disabilities
Ensuring full access to a place of business is an important part of customer service and a great way to expand a business’ customer base. This interactive workshop explores ways your business or organization can be more welcoming and inclusive to people with disabilities. Follow this link for more information or to register for Serving Customers with Disabilities.
Find out more »Brain Injury Survivors Group – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Brain Injury Survivors Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Anne Kooy. This support group is open to adults with a brain injury. This group is a chapter of the Brain Injury Association of Michigan and is very active. The group meets weekly to discuss a variety of topics, host speakers, and attend outings. The group…
Find out more »February 2021
Phenomenal Women – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Phenomenal Women Peer Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Leatrice Fullerton. This women's support group is open to women with any type of disability. Women are welcome to come share experiences of living with a disability, support other women living with a disability and discuss a variety of topics of interest in a safe, nonjudgmental…
Find out more »SPIRIT Club
SPIRIT CLUB is a free weekly 1 hour exercise program on Tuesday afternoons. We have contracted with SPIRIT Club to offer this exercise program. SPIRIT Club exercise classes are specifically designed to present a range of options to suit everyone. Participation in this event is available through an internet connection. Once registered, you will receive an email each week with a link to the virtual exercise class. Follow this link for more information, and to register for SPIRIT Club.
Find out more »Webinar: Know Your Rights
It’s important to know your rights. In this live webinar, we will be discussing the laws that protect people with disabilities in the areas of:  Employment Housing Public Places / Access Voting Transportation Education (K-12 & post-secondary) The information in this workshop is intended as an overview for the purposes of advocating for your rights, we are not providing legal advice. Follow this link for more information and to register for Know Your Rights.
Find out more »Brain Injury Survivors Group – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Brain Injury Survivors Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Anne Kooy. This support group is open to adults with a brain injury. This group is a chapter of the Brain Injury Association of Michigan and is very active. The group meets weekly to discuss a variety of topics, host speakers, and attend outings. The group…
Find out more »Phenomenal Women – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Phenomenal Women Peer Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Leatrice Fullerton. This women's support group is open to women with any type of disability. Women are welcome to come share experiences of living with a disability, support other women living with a disability and discuss a variety of topics of interest in a safe, nonjudgmental…
Find out more »Webinar: Know Your Rights
It’s important to know your rights. In this live webinar, we will be discussing the laws that protect people with disabilities in the areas of: Employment Housing Public Places / Access Voting Transportation Education (K-12 & post-secondary) The information in this workshop is intended as an overview for the purposes of advocating for your rights, we are not providing legal advice. Follow this link for more information and to register for Know Your Rights.
Find out more »SPIRIT Club
SPIRIT CLUB is a free weekly 1 hour exercise program on Tuesday afternoons. We have contracted with SPIRIT Club to offer this exercise program. SPIRIT Club exercise classes are specifically designed to present a range of options to suit everyone. Participation in this event is available through an internet connection. Once registered, you will receive an email each week with a link to the virtual exercise class. Follow this link for more information, and to register for SPIRIT Club.
Find out more »TAG – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the TAG Team will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Paul Ecklund. Transportation Advocacy Group (TAG Team) monitors the day-to-day service of public transit to ensure it complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Learn advocacy and leadership skills while making a real difference in Kalamazoo County. No experience needed! TAG Team meets on the 2nd & 4th…
Find out more »Access – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Access Team will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Paul Ecklund. The Access Team works on projects that improve accessibility for people with disabilities in our communities and educates businesses and community leaders about barriers to full inclusion. Learn advocacy and leadership skills while making a real difference in Kalamazoo County. No experience needed! The Access Team meets…
Find out more »Webinar: Disability & The Media
The media we consume shapes our collective understanding of disability. In this workshop, we will discuss media portrayals of disability, how they may contribute to stereotypes, and how we can move towards more respectful, authentic representations of disability in the media. Follow this link for more information or to register for Disability & The Media.
Find out more »Brain Injury Survivors Group – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Brain Injury Survivors Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Anne Kooy. This support group is open to adults with a brain injury. This group is a chapter of the Brain Injury Association of Michigan and is very active. The group meets weekly to discuss a variety of topics, host speakers, and attend outings. The group…
Find out more »Phenomenal Women – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Phenomenal Women Peer Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Leatrice Fullerton. This women's support group is open to women with any type of disability. Women are welcome to come share experiences of living with a disability, support other women living with a disability and discuss a variety of topics of interest in a safe, nonjudgmental…
Find out more »Webinar: Disability & The Media
The media we consume shapes our collective understanding of disability. In this workshop, we will discuss media portrayals of disability, how they may contribute to stereotypes, and how we can move towards more respectful, authentic representations of disability in the media. Follow this link for more information or to register for Disability & The Media.
Find out more »SPIRIT Club
SPIRIT CLUB is a free weekly 1 hour exercise program on Tuesday afternoons. We have contracted with SPIRIT Club to offer this exercise program. SPIRIT Club exercise classes are specifically designed to present a range of options to suit everyone. Participation in this event is available through an internet connection. Once registered, you will receive an email each week with a link to the virtual exercise class. Follow this link for more information, and to register for SPIRIT Club.
Find out more »Brain Injury Survivors Group – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Brain Injury Survivors Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Anne Kooy. This support group is open to adults with a brain injury. This group is a chapter of the Brain Injury Association of Michigan and is very active. The group meets weekly to discuss a variety of topics, host speakers, and attend outings. The group…
Find out more »Board Meeting
Disability Network Southwest Michigan Board meetings are open to the public. We welcome your input! Public comment is taken at the beginning of each meeting. For more information, or to request an accommodation, contact Margaret at (269) 345-1516 x101. This is a fragrance free environment, please do not wear any perfumes or scented products.
Find out more »Phenomenal Women – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Phenomenal Women Peer Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Leatrice Fullerton. This women's support group is open to women with any type of disability. Women are welcome to come share experiences of living with a disability, support other women living with a disability and discuss a variety of topics of interest in a safe, nonjudgmental…
Find out more »SPIRIT Club
SPIRIT CLUB is a free weekly 1 hour exercise program on Tuesday afternoons. We have contracted with SPIRIT Club to offer this exercise program. SPIRIT Club exercise classes are specifically designed to present a range of options to suit everyone. Participation in this event is available through an internet connection. Once registered, you will receive an email each week with a link to the virtual exercise class. Follow this link for more information, and to register for SPIRIT Club.
Find out more »TAG – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the TAG Team will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Paul Ecklund. Transportation Advocacy Group (TAG Team) monitors the day-to-day service of public transit to ensure it complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Learn advocacy and leadership skills while making a real difference in Kalamazoo County. No experience needed! TAG Team meets on the 2nd & 4th…
Find out more »Access – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Access Team will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Paul Ecklund. The Access Team works on projects that improve accessibility for people with disabilities in our communities and educates businesses and community leaders about barriers to full inclusion. Learn advocacy and leadership skills while making a real difference in Kalamazoo County. No experience needed! The Access Team meets…
Find out more »Webmovie: Becoming Bulletproof
Join us to watch and discuss the film Becoming Bulletproof. This documentary film follows a group of men and women with disabilities who come together to star in a unique new western film in which they have the leading roles. Follow this link for more information and to register for Becoming Bulletproof.
Find out more »Brain Injury Survivors Group – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Brain Injury Survivors Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Anne Kooy. This support group is open to adults with a brain injury. This group is a chapter of the Brain Injury Association of Michigan and is very active. The group meets weekly to discuss a variety of topics, host speakers, and attend outings. The group…
Find out more »March 2021
Phenomenal Women – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Phenomenal Women Peer Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Leatrice Fullerton. This women's support group is open to women with any type of disability. Women are welcome to come share experiences of living with a disability, support other women living with a disability and discuss a variety of topics of interest in a safe, nonjudgmental…
Find out more »SPIRIT Club
SPIRIT CLUB is a free weekly 1 hour exercise program on Tuesday afternoons. We have contracted with SPIRIT Club to offer this exercise program. SPIRIT Club exercise classes are specifically designed to present a range of options to suit everyone. Participation in this event is available through an internet connection. Once registered, you will receive an email each week with a link to the virtual exercise class. Follow this link for more information, and to register for SPIRIT Club.
Find out more »Brain Injury Survivors Group – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Brain Injury Survivors Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Anne Kooy. This support group is open to adults with a brain injury. This group is a chapter of the Brain Injury Association of Michigan and is very active. The group meets weekly to discuss a variety of topics, host speakers, and attend outings. The group…
Find out more »Phenomenal Women – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Phenomenal Women Peer Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Leatrice Fullerton. This women's support group is open to women with any type of disability. Women are welcome to come share experiences of living with a disability, support other women living with a disability and discuss a variety of topics of interest in a safe, nonjudgmental…
Find out more »TAG – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the TAG Team will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Paul Ecklund. Transportation Advocacy Group (TAG Team) monitors the day-to-day service of public transit to ensure it complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Learn advocacy and leadership skills while making a real difference in Kalamazoo County. No experience needed! TAG Team meets on the 2nd & 4th…
Find out more »Access – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Access Team will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Paul Ecklund. The Access Team works on projects that improve accessibility for people with disabilities in our communities and educates businesses and community leaders about barriers to full inclusion. Learn advocacy and leadership skills while making a real difference in Kalamazoo County. No experience needed! The Access Team meets…
Find out more »Brain Injury Survivors Group – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Brain Injury Survivors Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Anne Kooy. This support group is open to adults with a brain injury. This group is a chapter of the Brain Injury Association of Michigan and is very active. The group meets weekly to discuss a variety of topics, host speakers, and attend outings. The group…
Find out more »Phenomenal Women – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Phenomenal Women Peer Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Leatrice Fullerton. This women's support group is open to women with any type of disability. Women are welcome to come share experiences of living with a disability, support other women living with a disability and discuss a variety of topics of interest in a safe, nonjudgmental…
Find out more »Brain Injury Survivors Group – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Brain Injury Survivors Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Anne Kooy. This support group is open to adults with a brain injury. This group is a chapter of the Brain Injury Association of Michigan and is very active. The group meets weekly to discuss a variety of topics, host speakers, and attend outings. The group…
Find out more »Board Meeting
Disability Network Southwest Michigan Board meetings are open to the public. We welcome your input! Public comment is taken at the beginning of each meeting. For more information, or to request an accommodation, contact Margaret at (269) 345-1516 x101. This is a fragrance free environment, please do not wear any perfumes or scented products.
Find out more »Phenomenal Women – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Phenomenal Women Peer Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Leatrice Fullerton. This women's support group is open to women with any type of disability. Women are welcome to come share experiences of living with a disability, support other women living with a disability and discuss a variety of topics of interest in a safe, nonjudgmental…
Find out more »TAG – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the TAG Team will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Paul Ecklund. Transportation Advocacy Group (TAG Team) monitors the day-to-day service of public transit to ensure it complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Learn advocacy and leadership skills while making a real difference in Kalamazoo County. No experience needed! TAG Team meets on the 2nd & 4th…
Find out more »Access – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Access Team will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Paul Ecklund. The Access Team works on projects that improve accessibility for people with disabilities in our communities and educates businesses and community leaders about barriers to full inclusion. Learn advocacy and leadership skills while making a real difference in Kalamazoo County. No experience needed! The Access Team meets…
Find out more »Brain Injury Survivors Group – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Brain Injury Survivors Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Anne Kooy. This support group is open to adults with a brain injury. This group is a chapter of the Brain Injury Association of Michigan and is very active. The group meets weekly to discuss a variety of topics, host speakers, and attend outings. The group…
Find out more »Phenomenal Women – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Phenomenal Women Peer Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Leatrice Fullerton. This women's support group is open to women with any type of disability. Women are welcome to come share experiences of living with a disability, support other women living with a disability and discuss a variety of topics of interest in a safe, nonjudgmental…
Find out more »April 2021
Brain Injury Survivors Group – Web Mtg
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Brain Injury Survivors Support Group will be meeting online using a video conferencing program. If you would like to join this group online, follow this link to contact Anne Kooy. This support group is open to adults with a brain injury. This group is a chapter of the Brain Injury Association of Michigan and is very active. The group meets weekly to discuss a variety of topics, host speakers, and attend outings. The group…
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