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

October 2024 Newsletter

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Inclusive Fall Nature Walk

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Join us for an inclusive nature walk at a beautiful Oakland County Park, led by a Park Naturalist!


Enjoy an interactive wildlife learning session inside a park building, followed by a guided nature walk to explore the fall foliage and observe local wildlife. The buildings and trails are fully accessible, and everyone is welcome!

Choose from Two Dates/Locations:


October 4, 2024

11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Independence Oaks Park, Clarkston

 

October 18, 2024

11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Red Oaks Nature Center, Madison Hts.

Click HERE to Register for an Inclusive Fall Nature Walk
Click HERE for the Inclusive Fall Nature Walk Flyer

Questions?

Contact the RecConnect Team

REC-IT@DNEMichigan.org

586-268-4160

Bike through the Park with DNEM

2 people wearing bike helmets pause cycling a side-by-side bike on a paved path in a park.
2 men wearing bike helmets are using a duet bike in a park.

Join us for an adaptive bike ride through Independence Oaks County Park in Clarkston!

Choose from 3 dates:

October 10, 17, or 24, 2024

  • Select from an adult-sized duet bike, side-by-side bike, recumbent bike or tandem bike.
  • All riders must wear a helmet. Bring yours or wear one of ours.
  • Sign up for a 1-hour time slot between 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm.
Click HERE to Register for Bike through the Park 
Click HERE for the Bike through the Park Flyer

Questions?

Contact the RecConnect Team

REC-IT@DNEMichigan.org

586-268-416

Inclusive Cooking Classes

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Learn to cook with us!


Explore healthy recipes, cooking methods, and adaptive tools in a fun, supportive environment. All supplies are provided.


All experience levels and abilities are welcome.


Choose from Two Locations:

DNEM Fort Gratiot South Office

October 9 – December 11, 2024

(5 classes on 2nd & 4th Wednesday)

11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Click HERE to Register for the Fort Gratiot Cooking Class
Click HERE for the Fort Gratiot Cooking Class Flyer

DNEM Clinton Twp. Office

November 7 – December 19, 2024

(4 classes on 1st & 3rd Thursday)

11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Click HERE to Register for the Clinton Twp. Cooking Class
Click HERE for the Clinton Twp. Cooking Class Flyer

Questions?

Contact the RecConnect Team

REC-IT@DNEMichigan.org

586-268-4160


Virtual Cooking Club

A person is preparing a meal following online instruction.

Learn tips for making healthy food choices while we make meals together!


November 14 – December 12, 2024

(4 classes on Thursdays)

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm


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.


Adaptive equipment will be demonstrated.

Click HERE to Register for Virtual Cooking Club
Click HERE for the Virtual Cooking Club Flyer

Questions?

Contact the RecConnect Team

REC-IT@DNEMichigan.org

586-268-416

Inclusive Art Classes

People are painting pictures in an art class.

Join us for in-person art classes at our new Clinton Township office!


We provide all the supplies and a fun, relaxing environment. We will create something unique each time. Individuals of all abilities are welcome.

November 5 - December 17, 2024

(4 classes on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays

DNEM Clinton Twp. Office

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Click HERE to Register for Inclusive Art

Questions?

Contact the RecConnect Team

REC-IT@DNEMichigan.org

586-268-4160

Loan Closet

2 people are walking on a pave path on a park. One is using a walker and one is using a rollator.

Disability Network Eastern Michigan’s Troy office has a loan closet of gently used durable medical equipment (DME) that can be borrowed at no cost.


Thank you! We appreciate all those who recently donated wheelchairs and walkers. We now have many available to borrow. Call us if you need one.


Needed:

Our supply of medium and large sized adult incontinence briefs is low.

Please reach out if you have complete packs you are able to donate.


Questions about donating or borrowing?

Contact Pharaoh Triandaj

PTriandaj@DNEMichigan.org

586-268-4160

Self-Care Tools

Screenshot from a Disability Network Eastern Michigan YouTube video about self-care and hygiene that demonstrates a lotion applicator.

Some disabilities or post-surgical healing may pose self-care challenges related to bathing and using the bathroom. This video shows a few assistive technology items that may help individuals regain their independence.

Click HERE to Watch the Self-Care Tools Video

Art from the Heart Exhibit & Gala

Recapping a great event!


Thank you to our artists, guests, sponsors and staff for an incredible evening. We proudly surpassed our fundraising goal, featured more artwork than ever before and welcomed more guests than last year!


Together, the work that each of us does helps towards our vision of being a community where those living with disabilities are empowered to pursue personal growth and choice through access to community resources and supportive services.

Presenting Sponsor:

Gold Sponsor:

SMART


Silver Sponsors:

The Coast to Coast Group

Detroit Zoological Society

Goodman Acker, PC

Home & Community Recreation Therapy


Bronze Sponsors:

The Creative Mobility Group

Disability Law Group

The Giacalone

Family Moran Automotive

Large group of Art from the Heart guests and artists posing for a photo
Large group of Art from the Heart guests and artists posing for a photo
A variety of ceramics woodwork and paintings displayed on a table.
Three guests of Art from the Heart posing for a photo
A variety of interesting artwork is displayed on metal art display stands.

Save the Date: Art from the Heart 2025

Thursday, May 1, 2025

Please email CWerner@DNEMichigan.org for sponsorship inquiries

A road leads to 6 photos of people with disabilities working in different employment settings. The text says Access to Good Jobs for All. National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Office of Disability Employment Policy U.S. Department of Labor logo.

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM).


NDEAM commemorates the many contributions of people with disabilities to America’s workplaces and economy. We affirm our commitment to assuring that all Americans, including those with disabilities, can prepare for and obtain good jobs, and grow and advance in their careers.

Watch the NDEAM Video to Learn More

Contact us to learn how you can build a strong, inclusive workforce.

  • In the Thumb Region, call 810-987-9337. 
  • In Oakland and Macomb Counties, call 586-268-4160

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!

  • In the Thumb Region, call 810-987-9337. 
  • In Oakland and Macomb Counties, call 586-268-4160.

DNEM Office Locations:

Fort Gratiot North

810-987-9337

4351 24th Ave. Suite 1

Fort Gratiot, MI 48059

Fort Gratiot South

810-987-9337

4040 24th Ave.

Fort Gratiot, MI 48059

Lapeer

810-987-9337

*Call for an appointment

800 West Street, Suite A

Lapeer, MI 48446

Troy

586-268-4160

1709 John R Road

Troy, MI 48083

Look for our new location in Clinton Township this fall!

Accommodations: Please contact DNEM with accommodation requests.

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