Disability Network Washtenaw Monroe Livingston

Delishability Cooking Class: REGISTRATION OPEN
2023-05-03 - 2023-06-16 | Washtenaw DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States
REGISTRATION OPEN/REGISTER BELOW
All ages and abilities. This particular cooking class will focus on developing a variety of cooking skills and applying them to specific recipes. Classes will take place at our Ann Arbor location.
Register by June 15th
Class fee: $5.00 per session to cover supplies

7/13
7/20
7/27
8/3
8/10
8/17
8/24
9/7
9/14
9/21

Camp New Horizons: Registration OPEN
2023-05-03 - 2023-06-09 | Washtenaw DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States
Disability Network is happy to announce Camp New Horizons, a day camp for youth with disabilities. Camp New Horizons will take place over two weeks this summer where youth can engage with one another, learn new skills, and broaden their horizons. Youth with disabilities ages 16-26.
Sports Week: June 19 -June 22
Camp Horizon’s sports week is brought to you in partnership with U of M Adaptive Sports. Each day campers will get to engage in a different accessible sport including sitting volleyball, basketball, personal fitness, and culminating in a group bicycle outing at Gallup Park.
REGISTER HERE.
Art Week: July 31 – August 3
Campers will experiment with new materials, learn about process-driven techniques, and collaborate on a mural at our Ann Arbor office, in the community garden.
REGISTER HERE.
REGISTRATION IS OPEN.

Caring Connections for Parents with Disabilities
2023-05-02 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-04-25 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-04-18 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | Zoom, Virtual
Caring Connections for Parents w/ Disabilities

This is a caring and supportive space for disabled parents to share their struggles and joys as parents. We share stories, strategies, and resources. Further, we grow in our pride and identities as disabled people while navigating life as parents and caregivers.
Contacts: Renee and Celleste
Caring Connections meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, from 7:00-8:00pm.

Theatre Program
2023-05-01 17:30 - 18:45 | Zoom, Virtual
Virtual Theatre Kickoff!
Mondays, 5:30-6:45 PM
Are you ready to show off your star potential?! Are you loud or quiet? Love being in front of people or with just a few good friends? Theatre is for YOU!! Come meet new friends and get to know the art of theatre: performance-acting, dancing, singing & movement; skill building; and more! Share your ideas for the hybrid theatre program starting this May. Join us virtually on Zoom by registering here.
Staff contact: Robin Bennett Robin@dnwml.org or 734-889-9380
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/LVKDGLHgNd

Art Programming Break
2023-05-01 - 2023-05-05

OPERATION: Monroe Open House
2023-04-25 10:30 - 13:30 | Monroe DNWML, 1070 S. Telegraph Rd., Monroe, MI, 48161, United States
@disabilitynetworkwml
Introducing our team of superheroes in our Monroe office. Meet them in person at our open house on April 25th 2023! #disabilitynetwork #dnwml #michigan #disabilitytiktok
♬ original sound – DNWML

We would love to meet you, show you our space, and share more about programming and resources for our Monroe area community. ALL guests must register individually.
RSVP
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/Rj0HyCh/monroeopenhouse
WHAT
Information, meet & greet, light refreshments
WHEN
April 25, 2023
10:30am-1:30pm
WHERE
Disability Network WML
Monroe Office
15515 S Dixie Hwy
Monroe, MI 48161
Watch our promo video!
YOUTUBE:
https://youtube.com/shorts/Lbij6i4NEtY
TIKTOK:
https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRvvXwt1/
FACEBOOK:
https://www.facebook.com/DisabilityNetworkWML/

OREO Club
2023-04-21 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom, Virtual
OREO Club: Organized Recreational Eating Occasion Club
We’re getting together to explore each month’s flavor, connect with other people, and engage in great discussions. We’ll talk cookies and life, create Oreo-themed artwork, and collaborate on a customized Oreo order to share. Oreo cookies will be provided for pick-up at the Washtenaw/Ann Arbor CIL each month.
Oreo Club meets on the third Friday of every month on Zoom, from 3:00-4:00 pm.

Virtual Art Class: Open Studio
2023-04-20 13:30 - 15:00, 2023-04-13 13:30 - 15:00, 2023-04-06 13:30 - 15:00, 2023-03-30 13:30 - 15:00 | Zoom, Virtual
Virtual Art Class: Open Studio
Stop by the “studio” and work on your art in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Enjoy making progress on your own individual projects while chatting with friends or getting feedback on your work. Although there are no set instructions for either open studio session, feel free to bring a question to class or ask for support while we’re all making art alongside each other.
To receive weekly Art Programming email updates, contact Claire.

Disability Community Action Lab (DCAL)
2023-04-19 12:00 - 13:30 | Zoom, Virtual
Disability Community Action Lab (DCAL)

Third Wednesday of the month from 12:00-1:30.
16+, all abilities welcome, interest in advocacy required, experience in advocacy not required
“To educate consumers on relevant advocacy issues and provide the expertise and resources to support them in pursuing their advocacy goals.”
CIL staff contact – Eliot Carter

SCI Virtual Meet Up
2023-04-18 12:00 - 13:30 | Zoom, Virtual
SCI Virtual Meet Up
Living with a spinal cord injury can be challenging in many ways. Join us to connect with others with SCI, get help tackling your own needs, and provide help and advice to others.
This group meets the second Tuesday of the month, 12:00-1:30pm.

Nothing About Us Without Us Film Festival
2023-04-18 - 2023-04-20 | Washtenaw DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States
The 3rd Annual Nothing About Us Without Us Film Festival is coming up on April 18-20, 2023! This three-day event will take place entirely on Zoom. We will watch a selection of films related to disability inclusion and independent living and then discuss what we watched together.
REGISTER HERE OR BELOW: https://forms.office.com/r/7KRrgctEj1
All films presented feature a disability theme and reflect the values of the Independent Living Movement. Festival will conclude Thursday afternoon with a conversation on disability advocacy. Sign up for as many events as you like. All events are free and open to the public.

Tuesday, April 18th – Theme Day: Sports

10:00 to 11:15: U of M Adaptive Sports Reporting with filmmaker Zach Damon
12:15 to 2:15: Murderball with special guest Coach Pete Hughes
2:30 to 4:00: Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw

Wednesday, April 19th – Theme Day: Education

10:15 to 12:15: Intelligent Lives
1:15 to 3:45: Forget Me Not

Thursday, April 20th – Theme Day: Arts and Advocacy

10:00 to 12:15: Code of the Freaks
1:15 to 2:15: Pain Raised Me with filmmaker Heather Banet
2:30 to 3:30: Current Events in Advocacy discussion
3:30 to 4:00: Wrap up and discussion from any of the movies

In-person Art Class: Guided Sessions
2023-04-17 13:30 - 15:30, 2023-04-10 13:30 - 15:30, 2023-04-03 13:30 - 15:30, 2023-03-27 13:30 - 15:30 | Washtenaw DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States
In-person Art Class
Make art and learn about artists and new techniques in a relaxed social environment. Rotating through different media, we explore materials and techniques in a guided manner. No previous experience is necessary. Materials provided.
To receive weekly Art Programming email updates, contact Claire.

Health Insurance Options Counseling
2023-04-02 04:00 - 05:00, 2023-03-26 04:00 - 05:00 | Washtenaw DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States
Health Insurance Options Counseling
Including Medicare and Medicaid assistance, guidance, or enrollment
By appointment onlyOngoing intakes for individuals in need of health insurance coverage.
Individual counseling and referrals are offered.
CIL Staff Contact: Shannon Canniff

SSA Programs
2023-04-02 02:00 - 03:00, 2023-03-26 02:00 - 03:00 | Washtenaw DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States
SSA Programs
(i.e. SSDI, SSI, Extra Help) and MDHHS MI Bridges enrollment or navigation services
By appointment only.Ongoing intake for all eligible persons.
Individual guidance and assistance in submitting applications.
CIL Staff Contact: Shannon Canniff

EmpowerYou
2023-04-02 00:00 - 01:00 | Washtenaw DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States
EmpowerYou
Year-round individual support.Initial meeting by appointment only.
Women over 18Target: Women of color who are asset-limited and income constrained. All women welcome.
A small business incubator and start-up supports program for women.
CIL Staff Contact: Cynthia Harrison

Virtual Movie Club
2023-03-30 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom, Virtual
Virtual Movie Club
Watch a movie, then chat with folks! Beat the stay-home blues and join the CIL’s virtual movie club! How does it work? Each week, watch a planned movie on your own time, and then we get together virtually to talk about it and have some fun! It’s that easy! Movie club sessions include trivia, thought-provoking questions, and laughter.
Virtual Movie Club meets Thursdays from 4:00-5:00 pm.

Safe Connections
2023-03-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Washtenaw DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States
Safe Connections
Wednesdays 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Zoom
Adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities ages 18 and up.
Safe Connections is an evidence-based curriculum that highlights healthy relationships and sexuality for individuals with disabilities.
CIL Staff Contact: Izzie Bullock

Be Active at Home: Spirit Club Inclusive Fitness
2023-03-29 16:00 - 17:00, 2023-03-27 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom, Virtual
Be Active at Home: Spirit Club Inclusive Fitness
Are you looking to stay active at home and connect with others? Our fitness club on Zoom welcomes all abilities with three different adaptations of exercises all on one screen! Participants are welcome to do the workout as presented or modify it as they are comfortable.
Spirit Club meets on Mondays and Wednesdays, from 4:00-5:00pm.

RSVP

Trivia Tuesdays
2023-03-28 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom, Virtual
Trivia Tuesdays
Do you just HAVE to know? Or do you already have the answers? Find out by joining us online for Tuesday Trivia! And introducing for 2023–GAMES! Our club will be adding to the laughter and learning by adding new activities to our time together. There will be new themes every week, starting January 10, so be sure to follow our Facebook or Instagram @annarborcil after the new year for what’s in store! Join as a team or play on your own, take score or just play for fun, the choice is yours. You will always get to decide what kind of questions and games we will explore!
Every Tuesday.4:00-5:00pm on ZoomAll ages and abilities.
CIL Staff Contact: for the Zoom link, questions, or accommodations contact Robin Bennett at rbennett@aacil.org, or 734-971-0277 x 380
