We connect families with the resources they need to help their loved ones lead lives full of purpose and self-determination. We empower people with disabilities to have a voice in their own care and become involved members of their communities. We transform lives through person centered care, individualized support and deep, meaningful connections with caregivers.
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
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!
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
Alt+Shift
Alt+Shift collaborates with districts and buildings to create and sustain accessible educational environments that have a direct and positive impact on every student. Alt+Shift offers professional learning, including training, technical assistance, and co-constructed implementation planning, that strives to shift adult mindsets and provide alternative options to improve outcomes for every student.
Counties:
All Counties
All Counties
Categorized:
Child Development, Community Resources, Developmental Disability, Education, Equipment, Medical Services & Testing
Child Development, Community Resources, Developmental Disability, Education, Equipment, Medical Services & Testing
Languages:
English
English
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
Angelman Syndrome Foundation
The site provides families with AS education and personal resources, ASF-funded research updates and accomplishments, community and national fundraising events, and more!
Counties:
All Counties
All Counties
The Arc Kent County
The Arc Kent County ensure that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) are valued in order that they and their families participate fully in and contribute to their community. The Arc provides numerous resources so that all people realize and fulfill their dreams of having employment, education, meaningful relationships, and living independently within their community.
Counties:
Kent
Kent
Autism Support of Michigan
The mission of the Autism Support of Michigan is to assure full participation and self-determination in every aspect of life for each individual. We will realize this vision by opening avenues of self-advocacy and advocating on behalf of others in a way that values equity, respect, dignity and diversity in all communities. ASM is committed to empowering individuals with autism and their families by offering educational resources and materials, workshops, seminars and other services. ASM advocates "Making Human Connections" in a supportive, integrated community is a right of all persons.
Counties:
All Counties
All Counties
West Michigan Special Hockey Association
West Michigan Special Hockey Association is starting a special hockey program in West Michigan. Players over the age of five, girls and boys, with developmental disabilities are invited to come and get free on ice instruction and structured game experience. Equipment is provided.
Counties:
Kent
Kent