by AAoM Staff | Nov 12, 2018 | News
The Mall at Partridge Creek welcomed Autism Alliance of Michigan families to celebrate the holiday season with a sensory friendly tree lighting on Sunday, November 11th, 2018. Guests enjoyed apple cider, warm donuts, and delicious apples from Blake’s Orchard....
by AAoM Staff | Oct 19, 2018 | News
THE ISSUE: CAREGIVER STAFFING CRISIS People with developmental disabilities or mental illness rely on direct care workers for essential supports which enable them to access their community, work, and live full, meaningful lives. Inadequate wages have created a...
by AAoM Staff | Oct 5, 2018 | News
Autism Alliance of Michigan was represented this week at the annual Special Education rally organized by Marcie Lipsett, an education advocate and founder of Michigan Alliance for Special Education. Families from across the state attended the event, demonstrating once...
by AAoM Staff | Aug 16, 2018 | News
Just weeks ago, Autism Alliance of Michigan and about 6000 of our closest friends painted the Detroit Zoo green for autism acceptance in Michigan. Teams from all over the state joined us in fundraising and support. One of those teams was Eli’s Au-Some Allies,...
by AAoM Staff | Jul 9, 2018 | News
The Autism Alliance of Michigan has partnered with the amazing Wharton Center for Performing Arts at Michigan State University to offer subsidized tickets for special needs families to attend a special sensory-friendly performance of Disney’s The Lion King...
by AAoM Staff | Jun 29, 2018 | News
The state budget season has finally come to a close, with Governor Snyder signing the budget last week. AAoM would like to thank Lt. Governor Brian Calley and key members of the Michigan legislature (Senators Hildebrand, McGregor, and Gregory, and Representatives...
