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Disability Network Southwest Michigan's online newsletter

March 2022
Find Your Path Forward with Options Counseling

Jessica was helping her father, Bob, move out of a nursing facility where he had resided for more than 6 years. Jessica and Bob felt that his health would improve if he were living at home with her. Before they could make that decision, they needed to know that his needs could be supported at home and Jessica wasn't sure what was available to them. Options Counseling helped them create a clear path back home.

Follow this link to learn more about Jessica & Bob's story and for more information about Options Counseling.
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Words Matter. Be Intentional.

Many people use the terms Non-apparent, Invisible and Hidden interchangeably to describe disabilities that are not readily apparent by observing someone. These words are not interchangeable -- they have different meanings. Follow this link to learn how and when to use (or avoid) these terms.
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SAVE THE DATE:
Nothing About Us Without Us Film Festival

On April 19, 20 & 21 we are joining efforts with the Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living to host a virtual film festival. All films presented will have a person with a disability in a significant production or on-screen role or with significant creative control over the film. Films will feature a theme related to disability, disability inclusion, or the values of the Independent Living Movement.

More information coming soon!
Nothing About Us Without Us Virtual Film Festival
Disability Network Southwest Michigan
 
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Office Locations:
  • Kalamazoo: 517 E. Crosstown Pkwy., Kalamazoo, MI 49001, phone: (269) 345-1516
  • St. Joseph: 2900 Lakeview Ave., St. Joseph, MI 49085, phone: (269) 985-0111
 
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