Disability

Beyond26 have helped these 6 clients find work they like. (Beyond26)

6 perfect matches: Finding the right job for workers with disabilities lets them thrive

Shandra MartinezFriday, August 12, 2022

Benjamin's Hope friends enjoying the accessible swing set at the Park Township campus.

Mother finds accessible play space to accommodate the entire family

Andrea GoodellFriday, August 5, 2022

To help people better understand the challenges faced by those with disabilities, the United Ways in Michigan have launched the 21-Day Disability Equity Challenge.

United Ways, Disability Network partner for Disability Equity Challenge

Paul R. KopenkoskeySunday, July 31, 2022

Paul Ecklund

Kalamazoo advocate works behind the scenes to create a more inclusive community

Kym ReinstadlerWednesday, July 27, 2022

Temple Grandin takes a tour of Benjamin’s Hope in Holland. (Courtesy)

Temple Grandin makes memorable visit to Benjamin’s Hope

Shandra MartinezMonday, July 18, 2022

Spring Lake's newly opened Tanglefoot Park features a universally accessible kayak launch. (Tyra Jonas/Spring Lake Village)

Accessibility to waterways becoming a priority in state and local parks

Shandra MartinezThursday, June 30, 2022

Many Michigan state parks adding off-road, electronic track chairs, available at no cost to visitors.

Making Michigan's beaches accessible to everyone

Rosemary ParkerMonday, June 27, 2022

D&HHS Board President Rowan O’Dougherty speaks at the organization's capital campaign launch.

7 ways Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services pivoted during the pandemic

Shandra MartinezTuesday, June 21, 2022

A Holland Rotary Club partners with Gentex to donate accessible equipment to Food Club & Opportunity Hub. (CAH)

Donations of adaptive equipment increase accessibility

Shandra MartinezWednesday, June 15, 2022

Despite a labor shortage, people with disabilities are dramatically underemployed. (Disability:IN)

West Michigan employers leading the way in accessible workplaces

Shandra MartinezTuesday, May 31, 2022

Jonathan K. Cauchi leads a class through Disability Advocates of Kent County.

Your words matter: How to respect people with disabilities

Paul R. KopenkoskeyTuesday, May 31, 2022

Stephanie Deible is a community inclusion specialist for Disability Network West Michigan.

Former Ms. Wheelchair America leader advocates for inclusion

Kym ReinstadlerMonday, May 30, 2022

The test kitchen highlights open spaces under the counter and sink for chairs or wheelchairs, lowered ovens, and cabinets with pull-down wire shelving.

Community, inclusion inspire new Home Accessibility Center to support those with disabilities

Shandra MartinezMonday, May 16, 2022

Every polling place in Michigan is required to have accessible equipment to help those with disability cast their ballots independently.

Poll worker training key to smooth voting experience for people with disabilities

Paul R. KopenkoskeySaturday, April 30, 2022

Elizabeth Ferry, of Holland, rides her motorized wheelchair on the sidewalk along Howard Avenue in Holland Township.

Holland woman, and others with disabilities, faced enhanced challenges during COVID-19 pandemic

Kym ReinstadlerMonday, April 25, 2022

Lori Hastings

Lori's Voice enriches lives of children with disabilities

Lori HastingsMonday, April 25, 2022

Nearly a third of Michigan adults report having at least one disability.

Series to explore the state of West Michigan’s growing disability community

Shandra MartinezMonday, April 18, 2022

Across Michigan

The LakeshoreDiversity

Your words matter: How to respect people with disabilities

Paul R. KopenkoskeyTuesday, May 31, 2022

Across Our Network

Food co-op in downtown Battle Creek will support local food growers and makers
Source: Rural Innovation Exchange
Major League: 6 trending sports to try in Sterling Heights this summer
Source: Metromode
Resilient Neighborhoods: This novel program is teaching SW Detroit youth garden-to-table food skills
Source: Model D
Voices of Youth: Poetry on racism and policing
Source: Concentrate

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