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The Holley Institute

The Holley Institute, founded in 1993, is devoted to serving the Deaf, Deaf-Blind, and Hard of Hearing. The Institute is closely affiliated with St. John Hospital & Medical Center and has two facilities. The Center for Communication Excellence located in St. John Hospital & Medical Center serves as the hub for the Institute. It is here that we screen all newborns for hearing loss, set up ASL classes in all of St. John/Providence hospitals, and advocate for the Deaf, in particular our Deaf patients.

Counties:
Wayne

Categorized:
Advocacy, Advocacy & Support, Community Resources, Education, Medical Services & Testing, Screening

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

Categorized:
Child Development, Community Resources, Developmental Disability, Education, Recreation

Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan

The Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan serves individuals with epilepsy and their families throughout the state of Michigan. The Foundation provides a variety of programs and services, including education and consultation services, an annual conference, individual and public policy advocacy, monthly educational conference calls, epilepsy awareness and first aid trainings, social and enrichment programs, self-management programs, and Camp Discovery. Through these services, Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan helps people with epilepsy to reach their goals while working to build a society that understands and supports them in their efforts.

Counties:
All Counties, Oakland

Categorized:
Advocacy, Advocacy & Support, Community Other, Community Resources, Education, Recreation, Support Other

Languages:
English

Jack’s Place for Autism

Since 2002, JACK’S PLACE for Autism Foundation has been dedicated to helping families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder improve their understanding of Autism and guiding them to trusted resources in the community.

Counties:
All Counties

Categorized:
Community Resources, Education, Recreation

Disability Network/ Ann Arbor

Disability Network/ Ann Arbor is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the success of children, youth and adults with disabilities at home, at school, at work and in the community.

Counties:
Washtenaw

Categorized:
ADA, Advocacy, Advocacy & Support, Community Resources, Education, Employment, Housing, Mentor, Support Group, Transition, Transition to Adulthood

The Carls Family Village

The Holley Institute owns and operates The Carls Family Village at De Sales Center which has offered educational and recreational programs for the Deaf, Deaf-Blind and hard of hearing since 1996.

Counties:
Jackson

Categorized:
Community Resources, Education, Recreation

Brain Injury Association of Michigan

The Brain Injury Association of Michigan (BIAMI) is a nonprofit organization that serves to create greater awareness of brain injury across the state. BIAMI is the primary conduit to resources for Michigan brain injury survivors, their families and the professionals who serve them.

Counties:
All Counties, Livingston

Categorized:
Advocacy, Advocacy & Support, Community Resources, Education

Learning Disabilities Association of Michigan

LDA of Michigan is an affiliate of LDA of America and provides support to people with learning disabilities, their parents, teachers and other professionals with cutting edge information on learning disabilities, practical solutions, and a comprehensive network of resources.

Counties:
All Counties

Categorized:
Advocacy & Support, Child Development, Community Resources, Developmental Disability, Education

Cerebral Palsy Families Together of Michigan

Cerebral Palsy Families Together of Michigan (CPFTOM) is a cerebral palsy support group where families helping each other navigate cerebral palsy for themselves and their children. CPFTOM also educates about cerebral palsy, provides outings and meet-ups, and advocacy and fundraising events.

Counties:
Oakland

Categorized:
Advocacy, Advocacy & Support, Community Resources, Education

Adaptive Social Program Providing Instruction, Recreation, and Enrichment of Mid-Michigan

Adaptive Social Program Providing Instruction, Recreation, and Enrichment (ASPPIRE) provides support services and programs to adults with disabilities. Many of the participants in ASPPIRE are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD); however, they also work with individuals with other disabilities such as mental illness, learning disabilities, or developmental disabilities. Through social coaching programs, Person Centered Planning, and connections to community resources, ASPPIRE aims to help participants lead functional and productive lives.

Counties:
Ingham

Categorized:
Advocacy & Support, Community Resources, Education, Employment, Mentor, Recreation, Transition, Transition to Adulthood