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Inclusive Music & Movement Class | |
New Series Begins in April! | |
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Join us for this fun, beginner-level class.
We will explore a variety of movements and breathing exercises proven to help reduce stress, and increase flexibility and strength. Practices like Tai Chi, Yoga, and Chair Exercise will be incorporated.
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April 2, 16, 30 & May 21, 2024
DNEM Troy Office or Virtually via Zoom
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Questions?
Contact the Disability Network Eastern Michigan (DNEM) RecConnect Team at 586-268-4160 or REC-IT@DNEMichigan.org.
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New Series Begins in April!
Join us for in-person art classes to create something unique. Projects include painting, pottery, and crafts. We provide all the materials and a fun, relaxing environment. The class is fully accessible and individuals of all abilities are welcome.
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Fort Gratiot - DNEM South Office
April 10 – June 12, 2024
(5 classes on 2nd & 4th Wednesday)
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
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Lapeer - DNEM Office
April 3 – June 5, 2024
(5 classes on 1st & 3rd Wednesday)
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
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Troy - DNEM Troy Office
April 9 – June 25, 2024
(6 classes on 2nd & 4th Tuesday)
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Bad Axe - Huron Area Technical Center
Through May 13, 2024
(2nd Monday Each Month)
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
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Adaptive Biking Program Launch Party! | |
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Join us for an evening of outdoor biking fun!
May 16, 2024
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Independence Oaks County Park, Clarkston
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- We will have handcycles, trikes, recumbent bikes, and e-bikes for you to try. All bikes are adult sizes.
- All riders must wear a helmet. Bring your own or wear one of ours.
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Learn to golf with us!
- Free! All equipment is provided.
- No golf experience is necessary.
- All abilities are welcome.
May 29, 2024
10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Fern Hill Golf Course, Clinton Township
June 4, 2024
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Red Oaks Golf Course, Madison Heights
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Adaptive Kayaking Clinics
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Come have fun kayaking with us!
- All abilities are welcome.
- All equipment is provided.
- No kayaking experience is necessary.
- A $10 donation secures your 1-hour spot.
Dates & Locations:
- June 18, 2024 in Clarkston
- July 9, 2024 in Port Huron
- July 23, 2024 in Port Austin
- August 7, 2024 in Shelby Township
- September 12, 2024 in Clarkston
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Come play with us! Join us for free adaptive recreation events. | |
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DiversAbility Day Oakland
June 26, 2024
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Independence Oaks County Park, Clarkston
Enjoy boat rides, adaptive bikes, archery, kayaking, lunch, & more!
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DiversAbility Day Macomb
July 31, 2024
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Lake St. Clair Metropark, Harrison Township
Enjoy adaptive bikes, yard games, face painting, beach access, golf, archery, lunch, & more!
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DiversAbility Day Maybury
August 22, 2024
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Maybury State Park, Northville
Enjoy adaptive bikes, archery, yard games, farm animals, lunch, & more!
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Young adults with disabilities are invited to participate in a fun program designed to equip, energize, and empower.
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Through hands-on activities, artistic expression options, and real-life situations, participants will gain positive life skills: empowerment, leadership and creative expression.
- The camp can host a minimum of 8 students and a maximum of 12.
- Participants must be 14 years or older and capable of independent self-care or have support for their self-care.
Your Choice of 2 Sessions:
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July 15 - 18, 2024
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
DNEM’s Troy Office
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August 19 - 22, 2024
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
DNEM’s Troy Office
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Cost: $80 per week. Lunch is included daily. | |
Free Tandem Bike Loan Program | |
People with disabilities can borrow a tandem bike from DNEM to ride wherever, whenever, and with whomever they like! | | |
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- A tandem bike can be a bridge to independent bike riding by allowing a person to develop safe cycling skills.
- Borrowers must pick up and return the bike to our Troy office. Tandems can fit in most minivans and SUVs or on a bike rack.
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Volunteer with DNEM's RecConnect | | |
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We need you!
As you can see, RecConnect provides opportunities for people with disabilities to learn new skills and have fun in an inclusive environment. From adaptive sports to engaging arts and music programs, RecConnect offers an array of opportunities.
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Disability Network Eastern Michigan has a team of Community Information Specialists ready to assist you in finding resources. We can support inquiries about advocacy, accessibility, housing resources, transportation, high school transition, community transition services, veteran services, and more. Call us! | |
- In the Thumb Region, call 810-987-9337.
- In Oakland and Macomb Counties, call 586-268-4160.
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In fiscal year 2023, we answered 8,272 information and referral requests. | |
"This organization and the people who work at Disability Network of Eastern Michigan do a fabulous job supporting people with disabilities. They are committed and caring and they think outside the box to offer services and activities that enrich the lives of those they serve."
~Tricia
| In fiscal year 2023, 1,619 individual consumers were served. | |
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Lapeer
810-987-9337
*Call for an appointment
800 West Street, Suite A Lapeer, MI 48446
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Sandusky
810-987-9337
*Call for an appointment
100 W. Argyle St. Suite 1 Sandusky, MI 48471
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Accommodations Please contact DNEM with accommodation requests. | |
Your Consumer Experience Defines Our Success | |
It is our pleasure to serve the community as we believe people with disabilities should have the same civil rights, options, and control over choices in their own lives as do people without disabilities. We hope you will share your experience with us, allowing us to connect with others who will benefit from our services. Please take a moment to provide a Google review. | |
Disability Network Eastern Michigan is committed to promoting inclusion for all by breaking down barriers and opening paths towards independence and personal choice through resources, advocacy, information, support, and education. | |
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