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Service: Advocacy and Disability Agencies
Blue Water Center for Independent Living
BWCIL is a non-profit organization that informs, supports, and advocates for persons with a disability in order for them to be an active member of their community. All disabilities all
Disability Rights Michigan
DRM advocates and lawyers advise individuals with disabilities of their rights and responsibilities and advocate for their human, civil and legal rights within the state of Michigan. DRM has broad
The Arc of Mid-Michigan
Our mission is to empower people with developmental disabilities in Shiawassee, Ingham, Clinton, and Eaton counties to participate in and be fully included in the community.
Michigan Developmental Disabilities Institute (MI-DDI) at Wayne State University
The Michigan Developmental Disabilities Institute (MI-DDI) is a University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD). MI-DDI is part of a network of 67 UCEDDs in the U.S. and its
The Arc Michigan
Our Mission The mission of The Arc Michigan is to ensure that people with Developmental Disabilities are valued in order that they and their families can participate fully in and
The Arc Lekotek
Lekotek is a worldwide system of support for families with children who have disabilities. Lekotek is a Swedish made up word for play library. The first Lekotek was started in
Black Family Development Inc.
Black Family Development, Inc. (BFDI) is a private, non-profit comprehensive family counseling agency that was created in 1978 by the Detroit Chapter of the National Association of Black Social Workers
Sharyn J Gallatin, PLLC
I am a special needs attorney for over 15 years, specializing in IEP and Section 504 plan enforcement and creation. I advocate on behalf of children against school districts to
The Ability Center
The Ability Center serves northwest Ohioans living with disabilities through a number of programs developed to support independent living. Our programs are often funded by grants and/or philanthropic donations with
SAIL Disability Network of the Upper Peninsula
For The Individual We offer people with disabilities and their family members assistance in: Accessibility: SAIL strives to be the conduit in making sure all locations, services, and information is
Academic and Behavior Consultants
Brenda Mann MA Ed-Educator with over 25 years of experience and Mom who “GETS IT” Educating in both public and private schools for over 20 years I saw a tremendously
Association for Children’s Mental Health
Welcome! If you are a parent of a child who struggles with emotional, behavioral or mental health challenges, ACMH exists to help you! The Association for Children’s Mental Health was
START Project
START Project The Statewide Autism Resources and Training (START) Project is housed in the Grand Valley State University (GVSU) Autism Education Center (AEC) and is funded by the Michigan Department
Jackson Autism Support Network
Jackson Autism Support Network is a non-profit organization founded by parents of children with autism. JASN’s mission is to educate the community and support families affected by autism. We provide
Autism GRACE of Lenawee
Autism GRACE of Lenawee is a non-profit still awaiting our 501(c)3 status. We provide journey appropriate support groups, resources, advocacy, community events and empowerment for individuals with autism and their
Mid-Michigan Facilitation
Mid-Michigan Facilitation conducts Person Centered Plans. I help an individual bring a group of people together to focus on their goals and their dreams. Through the person centered planning process
Association for Science in Autism Treatment
First and foremost, we provide a well-respected, comprehensive website that tackles the array of considerations surrounding autism treatment. Our website is the go-to source for research summaries of the full
Autism Family Network
Autism Family Network is a Michigan nonprofit 501(c)3 organization formed for the purpose of supporting, providing opportunities for and raising awareness of individuals who have autism and their families. We
Autism Foundation of Ingham County
Our mission is to help the children and families affected by autism and autism spectrum disorders in Ingham County. We raise money to give grants to parents to pay for
Autism Support of West Shore
Autism Support of West Shore (ASWS) is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization advocating and supporting meaningful participation in all aspects of life for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their
Boxing Autism
Autism Family Support (The Boxing Autism Club) is a non-profit organization supporting the Autistic community of Livingston County.
Family Alliance Network
Family Alliance Network (FAN)-is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that support families in the special needs community with parent meetings, workshops, youth programs, social events and youth employment. It is our
Family Center for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs
Welcome to the Family Center for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (Family Center)! The Family Center is the statewide parent-directed center within Children’s Special Health Care Services
Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE)
The Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE) is the only national organization focused exclusively on Employment First to facilitate the full inclusion of people with disabilities in the workplace
On My Own of Michigan
On My Own of Michigan helps make independent living possible for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Washtenaw Association for Community Advocacy (WACA)
Our Mission To ensure that people with disabilities and their families have choices, opportunities, and the supports they need to be fully included in community life through advocacy and education.
Disability Advocates of Kent County
Veteran Support Disability Advocates of Kent County supports Veterans with disabilities by providing independent living resources and guidance and work-related training experiences. Disability Education Programs Become as informed as possible
Mid-Michigan Autism Association
The Mid-Michigan Autism Association (MMAA) is made up of local people working to improve the quality of life for individuals and families living with developmental disability in Mid-Michigan. In 2008,
Newaygo County Autism Community
We are parents, school professionals, and community members who actively seek to support and advocate for persons with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families. We strive to increase Awareness,
Friends of Different Learner
Friends of Different Learners is a group of parents with children from preschool to adult who have been through the trenches and have years of experience navigating the Birmingham Public
Sib4Sib
Sib4Sib now provides a variety of resources including support groups, advocacy services, networking, and social outings for individuals ages 6-18 with a sibling who struggles with mental health or are neurodiverse. The main goal
Support Our Unique Learners (SOUL)
Welcome to SOUL Support Our Unique Learners Thank you for visiting our site. We are SOUL, Support Our Unique Learners and our goal is to inspire every child to achieve
The Autism Network of Muskegon County
Our mission is to provide support and resource connections to the Autistic Community of Muskegon County and the surrounding areas. This includes providing education regarding Autism Spectrum Disorders, a list
Traverse Bay Children’s Advocacy Center
WHAT WE DO Girl+With+Rainbow.jpg Restoring Hope Experiencing a traumatic event or series of events can be devastating. In cases of sexual abuse, most often the perpetrator is someone the child
Disability Network Michigan – Lakeshore, Information & Referral, Advocacy, Benefits Counseling, Peer Support Services, Independent living skills, Pre-Employment Transition Services and Nursing Home Transition Services for individuals with disabilities
Services Advocacy Assistance Animals Information & Referral Peer Support Social Security Disability Skills Development Employment Transition Nursing Home Transition About Each year at DNL, we help over 1,500 people with
Disability Network Northern Michigan
Based in Traverse City, Michigan, we’ve been serving people with disabilities, their families, and the Northern Lower Michigan community since 2002. Our staff provides information, assistance, and support to people
Wayne Center
Wayne Center is a non-profit human services agency with a 46 year history of providing supports coordination and clinical support to those persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Wayne Center
Michigan Family to Family Health Information Center
MI F2F is part of a federal project. We share information and resources on disability and health issues with families of children and youth with special health care needs. We
ASAN Autistic Self Advocacy Network
Our Mission The Autistic Self Advocacy Network seeks to advance the principles of the disability rights movement with regard to autism. ASAN believes that the goal of autism advocacy should
Jack’s Place for Autism
JACK’S PLACE for Autism Foundation is a 501(c)3 Michigan Non-Profit that provides family services for persons at any age with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) through a comprehensive menu of supportive,
Clubhouse Michigan
CLUBHOUSE MICHIGAN IS MADE UP OF OVER 40 INTERNATIONALLY ACCREDITED CLUBHOUSES LOCATED IN MORE THAN 30 DIFFERENT COUNTIES! MICHIGAN IS ALSO HOME TO MORE CLUBHOUSES THAN ANY OTHER STATE IN
Organization for Autism Research (OAR)
OAR strives to make a difference in the daily lives of persons with autism and their families. We publish a series of practical, evidence-based guidebooks; maintain targeted, supportive websites; offer
OK2SAY
OK2SAY is the student safety program that allows students to confidentially report tips on potential harm or criminal activities directed at students, school employees, and schools. OK2SAY is a nationally
The Crisis Center, Inc.
The Crisis Center, Inc., known and doing business as Listening Ear Crisis Center, is a private nonprofit, United Way human service agency based in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan providing services across
The Family Center
THE FAMILY CENTER of Grosse Pointe & Harper Woods The Family Center is a non-profit community organization that provides resources and preventative education to empower families to successfully navigate life’s
The Arc Livingston
The Arc Livingston exists to assist families and individuals with developmental disabilities by providing support, information and advocacy. Our goal is to help build a community that includes and values
Coalition for Community Choice
The Coalition for Community Choice advocates for the human and civil rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, Down Syndrome, and other cognitive disabilities to be supported in
L.E.A.N. On Us
L.E.A.N On Us was founded in 2001 by Andrew and Carolyn Gammicchia. At the time Carolyn was participating in the Partners in Policymaking training program in her state and this
Michigan Family Voices
Michigan Family Voices is a grassroots collaborative that exists to identify and mobilize current and new family member and individual leaders to create a network across the state that will