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Category: Agency

Kelly Linton Joins Our Team

October 22, 2021 Agency

Kelly Linton joined Disability Network Southwest Michigan on October 4 as an ADA Specialist & Systems Advocate. Kelly has collaborated with many non-profits throughout the…

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Staff Highlight: Sarah Powless

October 21, 2021 Agency

Sarah is an Independent Living Specialist with Disability Network. Here Sarah talks about how her personal experience in gaining independence helped develop her passion for…

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2021 Volunteers of the Year

September 16, 2021 Agency

We presented our Volunteer of the Year award at the ADA Celebration in July. This year’s Volunteer of the Year was awarded to two brothers,…

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Until We Meet Again

September 3, 2021 Agency

A note from Joel I am sharing with you my reflection of retiring from a career of 49 years in services supporting people with disabilities…

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Staff Highlight: Dale Abbott

August 30, 2021 Agency

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…

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Staff Highlight: Leatrice Fullerton

July 19, 2021 Agency

Leatrice is the Program Manager of Advocacy & Community Education at Disability Network Southwest Michigan. Here Leatrice talks about her passion for advocacy and the…

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Staff Highlight: Holly Baker

July 19, 2021 Agency

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…

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Joel Cooper: The Pioneer

June 23, 2021 Agency

As we prepare for the retirement of our President & CEO after 20 years at the helm, Mary K. Fortney, Program Development Coordinator- IL Skills…

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Hiring: President & CEO

June 3, 2021 Agency

Founded in 1981 by a small group of disability advocates, Disability Network Southwest Michigan educates and connects people with disabilities to the community resources they…

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Staff Highlight: Kathy Flores

May 28, 2021 Agency

Kathy has had a long career of working with people with disabilities. She sees the value in her work most in providing an environment where…

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