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Six Weeks to Wellness Program |
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Join Disability Network Eastern Michigan (DNEM) staff and others as we commit to healthier habits.
January 30 - March 12, 2023
- Simple changes can lead to health improvements.
- Participate in virtual and in-person wellness programs.
- Stay connected with motivating social media posts.
- Win prizes for engaging in healthy behaviors!
Mark your calendar!
The Wellness Kick-Off Event is on
Monday, January 30th at 12:00 pm on Zoom.
Have questions?
Contact Carrie Gerdeman at
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Love winter sports? Disability Network Eastern Michigan is partnering with Michigan Adaptive Sports to support individuals with disabilities in learning and participating in downhill skiing and snowboarding. Adaptive skiing and snowboarding workshops will take place on Saturdays in January and February 2023 at Pine Knob in Clarkston, MI. |
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Pill Organizer Demonstration |
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Pill organizers can be helpful for people who take medications. Watch on YouTube how the MedCenter pill organizer allows users to fill a month's worth of medication in 31 individual pill boxes. Each pill box has four compartments: Morning, Noon, Evening, and Night, which is useful for people who take medication multiple times a day. The MedCenter pill organizer also comes with a talking alarm clock that will remind you or your loved ones when it is time to take their medication. |
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January 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2023 (Tuesdays)
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join us for a 4-week virtual cooking and nutrition class for adults. Learn tips for making healthy food choices while preparing a meal together.
The Zoom link and a grocery list will be sent out prior to each class so you can follow along and cook at home.
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For more information:
Contact Carrie Gerdeman at
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If you prefer a small-group cooking class,
join us on:
First & Third Wednesday of Each Month
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
DNEM Fort Gratiot Office
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There is no charge to participate and all supplies are included. Explore new recipes, cooking methods, and adaptive tools in a fun, supportive environment.
For more information:
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Therapeutic Drumming Group |
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Therapeutic Drumming starts January 10th in Troy!
Second Tuesday of Each Month
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
DNEM Troy Office
Come join us for a therapeutic drumming program designed for everyone. Participants will engage in hand drumming and musical activities in a social, healing environment. Everyone is welcome and no musical experience is necessary. It is all about the process of creating rhythms and community!
For more information:
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Do you have a passion for serving others and a skill to share?
Disability Network Eastern Michigan is seeking volunteer instructors for expanding our REC-It programming. Whether it’s cooking, reading, sports, or crafts, DNEM would like to help you engage with people with disabilities to learn new leisure and recreation skills in your community. We will provide you with assistance, activity modifications, and all supplies.
Learn more about volunteer opportunities at DNEM by contacting Morgan Brown at 586-268-4160, Ext. 6624 or MBrown@DNEMichigan.org.
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Are you ready for an emergency? Disability Network Eastern Michigan can help people with disabilities develop personal emergency preparedness plans and Smart911 profiles. Smart911 is a free, private, and secure app that allows you to create a safety profile and share essential information about yourself and family members with 911 operators and emergency responders.
When creating a Smart911 Profile, please use the DNEM group code 170909. Using the code will allow us to know how many people we have assisted.
For more information:
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We Are Here For You
We provide up-to-date information and referrals on topics such as advocacy, accessibility, housing, transportation, high school transition, community transition services, and veteran services. We refer individuals to community resources or organizations that are appropriate services that will meet the needs of our consumers.
DNEM also helps people with disabilities develop personal emergency preparedness plans. Our team of Information & Referral Specialists is here to guide and support. Help is only a phone call away!
Our Locations:
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Fort Gratiot
810-987-9337
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Sandusky
810-987-9337
*Call for an appointment
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Lapeer
810-987-9337
*Call for an appointment
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Did you know?
Your information is confidential and secure with us! We do not sell, share, or give your information out to anyone or any other business or agency. We offer confidential guidance and assistance.
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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 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.
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Accommodations Please contact DNEM with accommodation requests.
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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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