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ADA 30th Anniversary Celebration

April 10, 2020 ADA

A Different Kind of Celebration 2020 year marks the thirtieth anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Disability Network Southwest Michigan…

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Preparing the Next Generation of Advocates

March 10, 2020 Advocacy

Advocacy Academy in its ninth year We are excited to be offering Advocacy Academy again this summer for the ninth year in Kalamazoo. Advocacy Academy…

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Ableism – A common form of disability discrimination

March 10, 2020 Advocacy

There is no question we live in an ableist world. In its simplest form, ableism is the belief system that tells us it is better…

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In Memory of Greg Krapf

March 10, 2020 Agency

We are saddened to report that Greg Krapf died on Monday, February 20, 2020 at the age of 65. Greg worked at Disability Network for…

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In Memory of Jo Slusher

February 28, 2020 Agency

It saddens us to share that on Thursday, February 13, 2020, Jo Slusher, a friend and former staff member of Disability Network Southwest Michigan, died.…

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Disability & Employment Webinar

February 21, 2020 Disability Rights

How, When & Why to Talk About Your Disability to an Employer This workshop is now being offered as a live webinar. Join us for…

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Know Your Rights

February 21, 2020 Advocacy

Overview of laws protecting people with disabilities NOTE: This event has been cancelled due to the Coronavirus Pandemic. It will be rescheduled at a later…

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Welcome, Sarah!

January 31, 2020 Agency 0 Comments

Join us in welcoming Sarah Mannschreck to the Disability Network team! Sarah is working as an Independent Living Specialist in our Kalamazoo office. Sarah has…

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Proposed Emotional Support Animal Bill threatens housing rights for people with disabilities

December 16, 2019 Advocacy

Legislative bills have been presented in the Michigan Senate and House of Representatives that, if passed, would significantly hinder the ability of people with disabilities…

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Removing Barriers Broadens Your Horizons

December 13, 2019 Our Stories

Kacie was first referred to Disability Network Southwest Michigan through the Veterans Vocational Rehabilitation program. Through this program, our staff works with veterans to remove…

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