Resources
Helpful Links
- Best Buddies– “Best Buddies” is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that focuses on providing individuals with, or without, intellectual and or developmental disabilities with opportunities for meaningful friendship, increased independence, and other boons such as integrated work/employment and inclusive housing opportunities.
- Disability Network– The Disability Network of Washtenaw, Monroe, and Livingston is a fantastic organization providing general resources and assistance to families and individuals navigating intellectual and or developmental disabilities. They lend medical equipment at no cost via their popular “Loan Closet,” and they also can be contacted here.
- UMAISE– The University of Michigan can provide physical medicine and rehabilitation care as necessary. Possible services include recovery from traumatic brain injury and musculoskeletal rehabilitation.
- Washtenaw Association for Community Advocacy (WACA)– “WACA” provides a general hub website of resources, from education to transportation to lists of community organizations that champion the inclusion of individuals with disabilities.
- Work and Play Disability Community Center– The Work and Play Community Team provides programming that emphasizes connectedness, inclusion, and personal expression. Some of their most notable events include area excursions for families, various support groups, and their CheerABILITIES and DanceABILITIES Teams.
