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February 2025 Newsletter

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Disability Network Eastern Michigan Art from the Heart Celebration on May 1 2025. Enjoy a special offer. reserve your table for just $400. A $500 value.No code needed. The discount is automatically applied at checkout. Offer valid February 2025.

Celebrate "For the Love of Art Month" this February with family and friends!


Enjoy a special offer—reserve your table for just $400 (a $500 value).


No code needed; the discount is automatically applied at checkout.

Offer valid February 2025. 

Click HERE to Purchase Tickets for Art from the Heart Celebration

or Text DNEMart25 to 53-555

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Consumers Receive Laptops

Veteran Davon Johnson his wife Najee and daughters Avah and Amour receive a laptop from Disability Network Eastern Michigan.

Thanks to a collaboration with AT&T, many our consumers received laptops.


Pictured here are Veteran Davon Johnson, his wife Najee, and their daughters Avah and Amour receiving one of the laptops. Mr. and Mrs. Johnson were completely surprised and grateful for the computer. They said, "We're not letting the girls get a hold of this, this is for us!" 

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to AT&T for their generous donation. All laptops have been successfully distributed. These devices are empowering our consumers by fostering additional independence, self-advocacy, and community engagement.

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Adaptive Art Class

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February 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2025

11:00 am – 12:00 pm

DNEM Clinton Township Office


Get creative with us for 4 weeks as we paint, make pottery and crafts. All materials are provided. Individuals of all abilities are welcome. 

Click HERE to Register for Adaptive Art

Questions or Accommodation Requests?

Contact the RecConnect Team

REC-IT@DNEMichigan.org

586-268-4160

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Adaptive Dance Class

Join us for a festive & fun dance class!

4 people 2 of whom are using wheelchairs are taking a dance class

February 11, 18, 25, 2025

1:00 - 2:00 pm

DNEM Troy Office


Learn various types of beginner dances, such as country, hip hop, and others. Modifications and adaptive equipment are available, so all can attend.

Click HERE to Register for Adaptive Dance Class

Questions or Accommodation Requests?

Contact the RecConnect Team

REC-IT@DNEMichigan.org

586-268-4160

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Virtual ASL Theatre Workshop

Learn theatre arts and American Sign Language (ASL)!

A stage spotlight and comedy and drama theatre masks flank ASL fingerspelled.

February 12 - March 19, 2025

1:00 - 2:00 pm

Zoom Platform

Join us for a 6-week virtual series that will incorporate ASL and easy to learn games and theatre exercises. All skill levels are welcome. This workshop is a collaboration with Disability Network Washtenaw, Monroe and Livingston.

Contact Jay Watson to Register:

JWatson@DNEMichigan.org

810-987-9337 

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Mindful Movement

Join us for a new class!

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In this 3-session class, you will move your body in gentle ways while paying attention to how you feel. You’ll learn to focus on your breathing and how your body moves to help you feel calm, relaxed, and strong. It’s a fun way to connect your mind and body!

Feb. 12, 26, & March 5, 2025

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

DNEM Lapeer Office

Click HERE to Register for Mindful Movement in Lapeer

March 6, 13 & 20, 2025

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

DNEM Troy Office

Click HERE to Register for Mindful Movement in Troy

Questions or Accommodation Requests?

Contact the RecConnect Team

REC-IT@DNEMichigan.org

810-987-9337 

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Virtual Cooking

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Learn tips for making healthy food choices while we make a meal together. Recipes, a grocery list, and a Zoom link will be sent out before class each week so you can cook along with us at home. The class is accessible. Adaptive equipment will be demonstrated.


February 13, 20 & 27, 2025

4:00 - 5:00 pm

Zoom Platform

Consumer Experience:

"My daughter, Debra, enjoyed the classes and it was a perfect activity for her to share with her new respite provider. The classes were fun and easy to follow along with, especially with the emails that were sent ahead of each class that gave us the ingredients list and a sneak peek at the recipes. How fun to have such a tasty activity!


Due to Debra's physical limitations, it is sometimes a bit challenging to travel out to classes and activities, the ZOOM classes were a welcome option. Thanks again for including Debra, and we hope to see more ZOOM classes in the future." Sincerely, Dianna

Click HERE to Register for Virtual Cooking Class

Questions or Accommodation Requests?

Contact the RecConnect Team

REC-IT@DNEMichigan.org

586-268-4160

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Adaptive Bowling

Join us for a fun, inclusive bowling experience!

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February 28, 2025

12:00 - 2:00 pm

Imperial Lanes

44650 Garfield Rd, Clinton Twp., MI 48038


  • No prior bowling experience is required. All abilities are welcome.
  • All equipment is provided to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
  • The cost is $12 per bowler, payable at the bowling alley. It includes 2 games of bowling and shoe rental.
Click HERE to Register for Adaptive Bowling

Questions or Accommodation Requests?

Contact the RecConnect Team

REC-IT@DNEMichigan.org

586-268-4160

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DNEM Friends Social Hour

Come socialize and make new friends!

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March 13, 20 & 27, 2025

1:00 – 2:00 pm

DNEM Clinton Township Office

DNEM Friends Social Hour is a welcoming space for individuals with disabilities to connect, socialize, and build friendships.

Click HERE to Register for DNEM Friends Social Hour 

Questions or Accommodation Requests?

Contact the RecConnect Team

REC-IT@DNEMichigan.org

586-268-4160

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New Registration Process!


To register for DNEM activities, you will need to create an account in our new RecDesk calendar system.


To help you with this new process, we have created videos to teach you how to create a RecDesk account and register for DNEM programs.

Click HERE to Learn How to Create a RecDesk Account 
Click HERE to Learn How to Register for DNEM Programs 
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We Are Here to Help

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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!

Oakland and Macomb County:

586-268-4160

Thumb Region:

810-987-9337

Accommodations: Please contact DNEM with accommodation requests.

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Do you need support now?

Or are you worried about a loved one who may need crisis support?



988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline offers 24/7 judgment-free support for mental health, substance use, and more. Your conversations are free and confidential.

Text, call, or chat 988.

Access to 988 is also available for Deaf/HoH and Spanish speakers.

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Your Consumer Experience Defines Our Success

It is our pleasure to serve the community as we believe people with disabilities should have the same 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.

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Disability Network Eastern Michigan is committed to promoting independent living by breaking down barriers and opening paths towards personal choice through resources, advocacy, information, support, and education.

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