Creating opportunities for independence and acceptance in our communities by supporting children and adults with developemental and intellectual disabilities in making choices, building relationships, sharing places, developing skills, enhancing reputations and contributing back.
Michigan Birth Defects Education and Outreach Program
The Michigan Birth Defects Program offers information and resources to families about preventing birth defects.
Counties:
All Counties
All Counties
Artists Creating Together
Artists Creating Together (ACT) empowers individuals with disabilities to learn, grow, and celebrate through the arts. ACT specially trained instructors are professional working artists who provide unique programming to students with differing needs in a variety of settings. From partnership with local rehabilitation hospitals to community-wide educational events, ACT provides art and creative expression programming and classes that enrich and improve the lives of people with disabilities in every corner of West Michigan.
Counties:
Kent
Kent
Arts In Motion
Arts in Motion Studio West Michigan specializes in adaptive instruction in the creative arts for the physically, emotionally or mentally challenged. At Arts in Motion, there is a place for everyone. Courses are available for all ages, developmental levels and challenges. Special day camps and additional classes are available in summer.
Counties:
Kent
Kent
Comprehensive Therapy Center
Comprehensive Therapy Center (CTC) provides Speech Language Pathology, Sensory and Motor Therapies to West Michigan children and adults with special needs. CTC’s mission is to meet the therapeutic and educational needs of adults and children with disabilities who are at-risk or disadvantaged, through skill building, academic enhancement and social emotional support. Some of our unique program offerings are: Special Education Services to Schools, Therapy and Fun summer therapy program, Tutoring program, Therapy Services to Mental Health and Social, Service Agencies, Foreign Accent Reduction Therapy, and Home Safety Evaluations.
Counties:
Kent
Kent
Categorized:
Advocacy, Advocacy & Support, Child Development, Community Other, Community Resources, CSHCS, Developmental Disability, Education, Financial, Health Insurance & Finance, Intervention, Medical Information, Medical Services & Testing, Mental, Mentor, Recreation, Screening, Therapies, Transition, Transition to Adulthood
Advocacy, Advocacy & Support, Child Development, Community Other, Community Resources, CSHCS, Developmental Disability, Education, Financial, Health Insurance & Finance, Intervention, Medical Information, Medical Services & Testing, Mental, Mentor, Recreation, Screening, Therapies, Transition, Transition to Adulthood
Autism Agricultural Community Option for Residential Need
The mission of the Autism Agricultural Community Option for Residential Need (AACORN) Farm is to provide life enrichment opportunities and residential options for adults with developmental disabilities in a supportive inclusive community. Their core values are (1) Promoting dignity and meaning in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities; (2) Cultivating a climate of mutual respect and understanding; (3) Encouraging fulfilling activities while building new skills; (4) Providing choices for those who receive few; (5) Supporting the development of peer relationships; (6) Making positive contributions to the community; and (7) Respecting the environment.
Counties:
Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo
Autism Support and Resource Center
Autism Support & Resource Center servev Genesee County and neighboring communities. The resource center exist to provide social, recreational and life skill experiences to those living with autism across the lifespan.
Counties:
Genesee
Genesee
Community Based Interventions Rehabilitation Services
Community Based Interventions (CBI) Rehabilitation Services provides programs for children and adults. The Children’s services program serves children with need for respite care during a crisis situation and the adult residential services program provides 24-hour support to individuals with traumatic brain injury and significant behavioral and cognitive disabilities. The adult program teaches clients daily living skills provided by trained staff and supports maintaining them in their own residence. Vocational services are also provided at CBI Giving Tree Farm for individuals with brain injuries and developmental disabilities.
Categorized:
Child Development, Community Resources, Developmental Disability, Education, Employment, Housing, Respite
Child Development, Community Resources, Developmental Disability, Education, Employment, Housing, Respite
S.P.E.A.K.S. Education
SPEAKS Education’s mission is to collaborate with families of children with disabilities and provide them with the knowledge and skills to ensure that their children’s rights are protected under federal and State laws, regulations. We provide services to families with children having disabilities ages 0-26 years of age.
4th Wall Theatre Company
4th Wall Theatre is a mobile theatre company that teaches singing, dancing, and acting to all ages! This extra curricular activity focuses on socialization, confidence-building activities, and fun! The students become actors and then put on a performance for family and friends– to loud applause, of course!