https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3 Select an agency that falls under one of the categories listed on this padlet. Make sure you add your name to your entry. en-us 2020-03-03 18:06:36 UTC 2020-03-09 19:52:55 UTC hello@padlet.com millers39 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/453839200 2020-03-03 18:15:07 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/453839200 millers39 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/453839699 2020-03-03 18:15:46 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/453839699 millers39 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/453840706 2020-03-03 18:16:55 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/453840706 millers39 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/453841829 2020-03-03 18:18:24 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/453841829 millers39 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/453842832 2020-03-03 18:19:39 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/453842832 millers39 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/453847655 The community mental health authority for Kent County. Network 180 connects individuals and their families to services for mental illness, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities. Must meet DD eligibility per MI Mental Health Code]]> 2020-03-03 18:25:23 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/453847655 millers39 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/453865069 MRS works with High School Students and Employers to achieve quality employment outcomes and independence for individuals with disabilities. They work in partnership with individuals with disabilities to prepare for and obtain competitive employment, including exploring the possibilities of self-employment or owning a small business]]> 2020-03-03 18:44:52 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/453865069 millers39 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/453964947 2020-03-03 21:07:08 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/453964947 millers39 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/453965703 2020-03-03 21:08:43 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/453965703 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457129881 This organization can allow for Kelly to interact with peers and participate within sporting events. She was noted to have a small social group of peers, so by attending this event she can form relationships. Also, her father can interact with her during these events. ]]> 2020-03-09 19:19:02 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457129881 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457130062 Kelly will be able to explore a variety of job settings through 3 different internships (one that can be placed at a hospital, an interest of Kelly). Kelly can gain exposure to different areas that can develop her skills in communication and building relationships with those she works with. There is also training available for the specific job of their choosing.

This agency is connected to Hope Network, another agency that works and provides supported employment. ]]> 2020-03-09 19:19:19 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457130062 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457130157 Kelly will investigate various apartment complexes nearby. Herself and her family will look into outside hires for varying supports; continued assistance with money- additional to dad, grocery shopping and cooking, transportation to and from places, etc. Hope Network has apartments that can be offered for living. ]]> 2020-03-09 19:19:28 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457130157 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457132102 https://calvin.edu/news/archive/ready-for-life-offers-an-inclusive-college-learning-experience

Ready for Life at Calvin and Hope University.  Provides an inclusive college experience for adults with intellectual disabilities.  RFL students audit two college courses each semester along with fellow Calvin and Hope students. In addition, life-skills classes, such as budgeting and lifetime management, are taught by a certified special education teacher. In addition, students can participate in sports and dance organizations. Inside and outside of the classroom the program has college  students volunteer as mentors. They also have classes that help students with budgeting, how to maintain positive social relationships, what to do when you're sick and other domains.  ]]> 2020-03-09 19:22:14 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457132102 taylorju1 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457132431 Advocacy
-Special Needs Alliance: National alliance of attorneys for special needs planning.
https://www.specialneedsalliance.org/
Social Security Administration: provides information about guardianship, advocacy, payees, etc. https://www.ssa.gov/payee/
King's Table Ministries:  Local advocates that offer their services to schools, group homes, churches, and communities. https://www.kingstableministries.org/
Network 180: Community mental health authority for Kent Co.
http://network180.org/en/
Michigan Legal Help: Helping Michigan residents solve their legal problems.  Example scenarios included.
https://michiganlegalhelp.org/

Michigan Family Independence Program:
Insurance and financial assistance for people with and without disabilities. https://www.benefits.gov/benefit/1220]]> 2020-03-09 19:22:44 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457132431 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457132656 This organization will allow for Kelly to continue her volunteer work. She can go to a local nursing home and continue to practice her work ethics. ]]> 2020-03-09 19:22:58 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457132656 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457133327 Transportation -
Go Bus - GO!Bus is a shared ride, advanced reservation, ADA paratransit service intended to provide a comparable level of transportation to that which is provided by a The Rapid fixed-route bus. GO!Bus riders share trips if they are generally traveling in the same direction at the same time. Trips are scheduled without regard to the purpose of the trip.
Hope Network- Hope Network Transportation Services supports a higher level of independence and ease of life for those with disabilities or disadvantages, as well as older adults. If you see the red bus, you know it’s us.
Pioneer Resources - Through partnerships with contracted agencies, Pioneer Resources offers Transportation services for persons with mobility impairments, developmental disabilities, senior citizens, and others facing transportation barriers. Services are provided along the lakeshore in western Michigan
Wheels to work - program in Walker to help connect employees with employers. ]]> 2020-03-09 19:23:57 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457133327 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457134894 By attending the YMCA, Kelly can go there to interact with peers and learn about personal health. This organization can allow Kelly and her family to engage in activities as well. ]]> 2020-03-09 19:26:29 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457134894 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457136105 If Kelly's family wanted to look into outside services, it would be necessary for this living option. However, this would give Kelly the opportunity to live with roommates and be more independent. ]]> 2020-03-09 19:28:22 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457136105 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457137417 This would be a supported living option. ]]> 2020-03-09 19:30:26 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457137417 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457137592 Due to the information presented, we are unaware of Kelly's interests so we thought maybe interacting with animals and possibly volunteering at the zoo will allow for Kelly to grow in her work related skills and social skills. ]]> 2020-03-09 19:30:45 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457137592 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457141931 Administration for Community Living (ACL)- State Protection and Advocacy Systems
-Protection and advocacy systems work at the state level to protect individuals with disabilities by empowering them and advocating on their behalf. https://acl.gov/programs/aging-and-disability-networks/state-protection-advocacy-systems]]> 2020-03-09 19:36:34 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457141931 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457142442 These above organizations will be helpful to Kelly because based off of the independent living postsecondary goal worksheet she has no performance in the transportation area. ]]> 2020-03-09 19:37:25 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457142442 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457143187 This is a training program located in Plainwell Michigan.  It is like an actual college campus with dorms, campus dinning, and they also provide other relevant services for students with disabilities.  

https://www.michigan.gov/leo/0,5863,7-336-78421_25392_40242---,00.html]]> 2020-03-09 19:38:48 UTC https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457143187 https://padlet.com/millers39/uq5cm6fzvha3/wish/457143390 Kelly can explore her options in the medical field through this online organization. This website is pretty complex, but it is nice for Kelly and her parents/teachers to go through this together. It breaks down the steps to reach a decision that will make Kelly satisfied in a career and how to get there. 
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