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CITY GUIDE

Disabilities

Adapted Recreation (Ann Arbor Public Schools Department of Community Education & Recreation)

Classes (such as cooking, dance, art, exercise, and living skills) and a bowling league for teens and adults with mental or physical challenges. www.aareced.comV

1530 Eisenhower Place [map]
994–2300, ext. 53203


Adult Learning Systems—Lower Michigan Inc.

Mon.–Fri. 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Support for semi-independent assisted living for mentally ill and developmentally disabled clients. Must be referred through a Washtenaw County agency. als-lm@prodigy.net, www.als-lm.org

1954 South Industrial, suite A [map]
668–7447


Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living

Help for people with disabilities: information and referrals, peer consultation, independent living skills training, systems advocacy, benefits counseling, all-abilities recreation list, rehabilitation engineering and technology, job placement, small business development, and youth services. Mon.–Fri. 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. To volunteer, call Melissa, ext. 27 or Shemeka, ext. 35. cilstaff@aacil.org, www.aacil.org V

3941 Research Park [map]
971–0277. TTY: 971–0310


Area Agency on Aging 1-B

See listing under Senior Services.




Assistive Media

Produces audio-based periodicals, short stories, and books to serve the blind and physically disabled. Recordings available online and through specialized podcasts. info@assistivemedia.org, www.assistivemedia.org V

400 Maynard, suite 11B [map]
834–3034


Association for Community Advocacy

Advocacy to ensure that people with disabilities have choices, opportunities, and the support they need for full inclusion in community life. www.washtenawaca.org

1100 N. Main, suite 205 [map]
662–1256


Autism Society of Washtenaw County

Branch of the Autism Society of Michigan offers a support and information group, and guest speakers. Meets Sept.–May, second Thurs. 7–9 p.m., Washtenaw Intermediate School District Bldg., 1819 S. Wagner. http://autismsocietywash.tripod.com/ V


Co-presidents: Barb Byers, 827-0814 and Cathie Spino, 827-2956


Catholic Social Services Adult Day Services (The Oaks)

Supports adults who are struggling with memory loss, physical disabilities, and cognitive deficits; provides stimulating activities in a safe environment to improve social interaction and mental acuity. www.csswashtenaw.org

Church of Christ, 2500 S. Main
662-4001


Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder

For individuals with ADD and their family members and friends. Also, parent support group. ks2335@aol.com, www.chaddmi.com or www.chadd.org V


Ken Smith, 730–1135


Children's Special Health Care Services (Washtenaw County Public Health)

Financial assistance to families with chronically ill or disabled children age 21 & under. Helps families process applications for these services. bardenm@ewashtenaw.org, publichealth.ewashtenaw.org

555 Towner, Ypsilanti [map]
544–6766


Down Syndrome Support System

Resources for families and friends of individuals with Down syndrome. debita@umich.edu


Debita Graham, 717–0190


Hearing Loss Association of Ann Arbor

Local chapter of a national organization committed to education and advocacy for people of all ages with any degree of hearing loss. Meets first Mon. 7 p.m. at Turner Senior Resource Center, 2401 Plymouth. CART (real-time captioning) is provided. Annual dues $15; additional $25 for National HLS (includes Hearing Loss Journal). Scholarships available for those in need. info@hla-annarbor.org, www.hla-annarbor.org




Jewish Family Services, Transportation

See listing under Senior Services.


769-0209


Learning Disabilities Association of Michigan—Washtenaw County Chapter

Education and information group for parents and professionals. Programs available on request. ldamich@sbcglobal.net, www.ldaofmichigan.org


Support line: 913–9553


Michigan Ability Partners

Housing and vocational services for veterans and individuals with disabilities, including resume preparation, job placement, transitional work training, job coaching, and career planning. Substance abuse treatment, housing development, housing placement, housing supports, and help with managing personal finances. info@mapagency.org, www.mapagency.org V

3810 Packard, suite 200 [map]
975–6880


Michigan Commission for the Blind (Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth)

Comprehensive rehabilitation services to help legally blind individuals be employed and continue living in their own homes. www.michigan.gov/mcb S


(800) 292–4200. TTY: (888)864–1212


Michigan Rehabilitation Services (Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth)

Vocational rehabilitation, training, counseling, and job placement assistance for disabled individuals in Washtenaw and Livingston counties. Participants must attend orientation. Call for appointment. www.michigan.gov/mdcd

3810 Packard, suite 170 [map]
677–1125


Partners in Personal Assistance

Offers solutions for people with disabilities who want to exercise independence and self-determination in managing their personal care. Consumers Employers choose and supervise their own PAs. Personal Assistants (PAs) employed through PPA have access to health care benefits and training opportunities. PPA staff and volunteers can assist Consumer Employers in identifying and screening potential PAs. info@annarborppa.org, www.annarborppa.org

NEW Center, 1100 N. Main, suite 117
214–3890


Real Life Living Services

Provides in-home and community supports, care, assistance, and companionship for people with disabilities. Helps children, adults, elderly from a few hours a week to 24-7 supports. Accepts private pay and referrals from DHS, CMH, and others. Insured, bonded, & CARF accredited. www.rlls.org

1100 N. Main, suite 217 [map]
222–6076


St. Louis Center

Residential center for developmentally disabled adults and children age 6 & over. mail@stlouiscenter.org, www.stlouiscenter.org

16195 Old US-12, Chelsea [map]
475–8430


State Disability Assistance (Washtenaw County Department of Human Services)

State agency administers financial assistance and referrals for those with disabilities. Mon.–Fri. 8 a.m.–5 p.m. www.michigan.gov/dhs

22 Center, Ypsilanti [map]
481–2000


Therapeutic Riding Inc.

Horse-back riding for area youth and adults with disabilities. No riding experience required for volunteers. Volunteers must be at least 14 and attend orientation prior to volunteering. therapeuticriding@earthlink.net, therapeuticridinginc.org V

4715 E. Joy [map]
741–9402


Washtenaw County Library for the Blind and Physically Disabled

Free library service for those in Washtenaw, Jackson, and Livingston counties unable to read standard-print materials as a result of a physical disability. Audiobooks, large-print materials, descriptive videos, and playback equipment mailed to registered patrons at no charge. Reader advisor and reference service offered. Adaptive technology and FREE training available by appointment at the Library’s Technology Training Center and Resource Display Area. Bi-monthly Book Lovers Club and other programs offered on a regular basis. Resource Guide: Services and Products for the Visually Impaired available online and in large print on request. Mon.–Fri. 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. lbpd@ewashtenaw.org, lbpd.ewashtenaw.org

Washtenaw County Service Center, 4135 Washtenaw
973–4350, (888) 460–0680


Washtenaw County Veterans Services

Assists veterans and their dependents with benefit claims and VA pension checks. Emergency financial grants for food, utilities, and shelter; veterans’ health care information; and substance abuse referrals. Mon.–Fri. 8:30 a.m.–noon & 1–4 p.m. www.ewashtenaw.org

2155 Hogback [map]
973–4540


 
 
 

 

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