MEET DANIELLE BENNETT – YOUTH TRANSITION SPECIALIST
We may not be able to high five in the hallways or chat at the lockers, but 14-26 year olds can still have a great time learning what they need […]
Passing of Mike Hamm, DNWM Board Member & Friend
It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that our friend, colleague and long-time board member, Mike Hamm has passed away. Born with Cerebral Palsy, Mike influenced […]
SHE GOT THE JOB! SUCCESS DURING COVID-19
Disability Network West Michigan staff provides Employment Navigation Services to those who qualify through Michigan Rehabilitation Services. While doing a Work Readiness Assessment, Annie had to complete two mock interviews. […]
Navigating Change Youth Workshop Series
Are you between the ages of 14-26 or know someone who is? Disability Network West Michigan is pleased to present the Navigating Change Workshop Series! Navigating Change will help youth […]
21 DAY RACIAL EQUITY CHALLENGE
Greetings, Last week was a long and tumultuous week for our nation, as voices around the world have come together to denounce the societal impact racism has played in our […]
Covid-19 and Your Rights as a Person with a Disability
Do you fear you may not receive the same care as those persons without disabilities? People with disabilities are worried about staying safe and if they can get care if […]
DNWM’s Response to COVID-19
“Disability Network West Michigan Announcement: Response to COVID-19” After much consideration and guidance from state and local partners, our organization will be taking proactive measures to combat the spread of […]
Beware of Social Security Phone Scams
Beware of Social Security Phone Scams Social Security and its Office of the Inspector General (OIG) continue to receive reports about fraudulent phone calls from people falsely claiming to be […]
Providing Comfort Through Crisis with a Disability
By Jeffrey Vandyke, Graphic Design Specialist Nothing is worse than hearing that someone you love has cancer. It’s even harder when it’s your parent. As children, we typically see our […]
CELEBRATING OUR 20TH ANNIVERSARY!
Last week Disability Network West Michigan was honored and humbled to celebrate our organization’s 20th Anniversary through our inaugural fundraising luncheon. It was a full house at the Folkert Community Hub and Banquet […]