Harry Russell has been working his entire adult life. Then at 60, he had a stroke. Harry says, “My left hand went numb; I felt off.” He’d been working as a cook at Jack’s Place in Flushing when the owner noticed Harry looked slightly different. Harry says, “He said nothing is good about it; you […]
Developed to provide inclusive and accessible outdoor experiences, iKayak offers individuals with disabilities the opportunity to explore the scenic waterways of the county through adaptive kayaking. This innovative program is back for 2023, promising unforgettable adventures and empowering individuals to connect with nature. iKayak is a shining example of Genesee County Parks and KayakFlint’s commitment […]
The Disability Network will host Detroit-based photojournalist Laura Suprenant for her current series, Portraits of Persons with Disabilities. Laura shares on her website, “The Portraits of Persons with Disabilities Project aims to change the perception of PWD, starting with the people themselves. Through photography, we create a respectful portrait of each person’s unique form.” Learn […]
Join TDN Connect for this month’s recreation and health programs held at The Disability Network and around the community. TDN Connect is a multi-faceted program series designed to help you learn new independent living skills by inviting you to participate in recreation and leisure programs. Our series includes adaptive cooking, exercise, crafting, and mental health […]
Two members of the TDN staff presented to Michigan’s parks and recreation professionals last month at the annual mParks conference in Lansing. Jessica Dixon and Tarah Holliman shared the values of inclusion and accessibility in their respective presentations and provided resources and tips for participants.
The Bureau of Services for Blind People (BSBP) welcomed visitors to its new location on March 23. Just down the road from its previous location, the new office is inside the Michigan Works building at 711 North Saginaw in downtown Flint. The Bureau of Services for Blind Persons Training Center (BSBPTC) is a comprehensive rehabilitative center, specializing in assisting youth and adults who are blind and low vision.”
Join TDN Connect for this month’s recreation and health programs held at The Disability Network and around the community. TDN Connect is a multi-faceted program series designed to help you learn new independent living skills by inviting you to participate in recreation and leisure programs. Our series includes adaptive cooking, exercise, crafting, and mental health […]
Inside Flint’s Longway Planetarium. It’s thrilling, it’s dramatic… But it might be too loud or hard to watch for some groups of people. So the good people of Longway have special events every month that are “sensory friendly”. Longway Planetarium’s Market Manager Anne Mancour says “We turn the lights up a little bit […]
To explain specific pieces, the FIA has started Coffee with a Curator. It’s free to Genesee County residents, along with free coffee. This month, the lectures will now include an ASL interpreter.
The Disability Network’s fuzziest team member, Onyx the facility dog, recently visited Michigan State University to provide comfort to students employed at MSU Greenline, a student call center for Annual Giving.
