A Center for Independent Living serving Huron, Lapeer, Macomb, Oakland, Sanilac, St. Clair and Tuscola counties

November 2024 Newsletter

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We are thrilled to announce that Randall Mansour, a Disability Network Eastern Michigan Trustee, has been recognized by the Oakland County Executive's Oakland Together 40 Under 40 program!

In its twelfth year, the program recognizes and spotlights dynamic leaders under the age of 40 who make a difference in Oakland County and beyond.

As an attorney and co-founder of the Disability Law Group, Randall Mansour is dedicated to helping people with disabilities access their benefits from the Social Security Administration and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

With his law firm, he hosts an annual Free Legal Aid and Resource Fair at the Troy Community Center where those in need can receive free health screenings, legal counsel, career guidance and more.

Are you a resident of Huron, Lapeer, Sanilac and Tuscola Counties?

Thumb Community Health Partnership wants to know what you think about community health concerns!

Input from all four counties and vulnerable populations is really important. 

The Thumb Community Health Survey is administered every three years. It is used by all the hospitals, health departments, Thumb Community Health Partnership, and other agencies on a regional level to set priorities and make decisions about projects. 

The survey deadline is November 8th. In appreciation for your time, everyone who completes the survey will be entered into a drawing for a $25 gift card; 60 will be given away. 

Your opinion matters!

Are you having difficulty waking up or staying alert now that our days are getting shorter? Watch this video to learn about assistive technology that may help you.

Medicare open enrollment is October 15 – December 7, 2024. 

First time enrolling?

Want to switch plans?

Overwhelmed by the choices?

We can help!

DNEM's Medicare and Medicaid Assistance Program (MMAP) specialists can help you enroll, compare, and understand how each Medicare plan can benefit you, including:

• Medicare Advantage (Part C),
• Medigap (Medicare Supplement Insurance), and
• Prescription Drug Plan (Part D).

If you meet certain income and asset limits, they can also help you apply for the Medicare Savings Program and/or Extra Help with your Medicare Prescription Drug Plan.

There is no charge for these services.

Contact us to schedule an appointment:

Oakland/Macomb: 586-268-4160

Thumb Region: 810-987-9337

info@DNEMichigan.org

Loneliness is increasingly becoming more common among people of all ages. Meeting with someone in person is the best way to combat loneliness. If you can not meet in person, there is assistive technology (AT) that may help mitigate some of it.

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

In the Thumb Region:

810-987-9337

Accommodations: Please contact DNEM with accommodation requests.

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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