disabilities

It can be difficult to ask for help. For some, there is needless and harmful stigma or shame. And that should never be the case. Michigan Ability Partners continues to work to create pathways of self-sufficiency for veterans and those with disabilities. The transformations for those the organization work with are self-directed and, therefore, personal and more rewarding. Learn more in a conversation with WEMU's David Fair and Michigan Disability Partners Chief Executive Officer, Jan Little.

Saturday marks the Disability Day of Mourning, a day of remembrance for disabled people who were murdered by their caregivers or parents in the past year. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has more.

Many of us take transportation for granted. We have cars or can pay for Uber or bus rides. There are many who don’t have, or can’t afford, access. In the more rural parts of Washtenaw County, it can be even more difficult. That’s where the Western-Washtenaw Area Value Express (WAVE) steps in. WAVE makes sure people can get rides to medical appointments, job interviews and more. WEMU's David Fair talked about enhancing equity and opportunity through transportation services with WAVE’s Community Relations Coordinator, Shasta Angell.

The Ann Arbor area has become the first destination in Michigan to achieve a “Destination Verified” status for accessible travel. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert has this report.

An interdisciplinary artist, Claire Moore applies her belief as she leads art workshops at the Disability Network of Washtenaw, Monroe and Livingston. Claire joins Deb Polich on this edition of "creative impact" to talk about the impact of her work and an upcoming holiday market featuring the work of her clients.

The City of Ann Arbor has become the first state in Michigan to approve a "Right to Sit" ordinance. The measure earned unanimous support of the City Council on Monday night. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Oz’s Music is a well-known Ann Arbor music store, selling instruments and offering lessons and repairs. Behind that curtain, though, is a life-changing program called Know Obstacles, a musical project for people with disabilities. Steve Osburn joins Deb Polich, and they talk about the magic of music to include everyone on this edition of "creative:impact."

You’ll soon be able to take a seat at work if you are employed at a business in Ann Arbor. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert has this report.

Older and vulnerable adults in Michigan would have more options to fight abuse under bills that advanced out of a state Senate committee this week. Colin Jackson has more.

Ann Arbor may soon approve a "right to sit" law for all employees. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.