Disabilities

For anyone with a disability, whether visible or invisible.

According to the CDC, in the US, ¼ (27%) of adults have some disability.

  • 1/7 of U.S. adults have a cognitive disability

  • 1/10 of U.S. adults have a mobility disability

  • 1/13 of U.S. adults have an independent living disability

  • 1/17 of U.S. adults have a hearing disability

  • 1/20 of U.S. adults have a vision disability, with about 1/10 of the American population over 40 years of age having moderate to severe vision impairment.

Community Behavioral Health Clinic (Ypsilanti): Sliding-scale evaluations and services for ASD, ADHD, and other behavioral and mental health needs. For more details, go here.

Washtenaw County Mental Health Support Groups: Virtual (Zoom) peer-led groups covering anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders, eating disorders, PTSD, psychosis, addiction, and more. For more details, go here.

Brain Injury Association of Michigan: Resources, advocacy, and meet-ups for individuals affected by brain injury. For more details, call 800.554.5543 or go here.

Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired: Education, youth programming, and peer support for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. For more details, go here.

National Association of the Deaf (NAD): Legal advocacy, community news, assistive technology updates, and national conferences supporting Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals. For more details, go here.

Deaf/Hard of Hearing Domestic Violence Resource Page: Specialized resources and support for Deaf and hard-of-hearing survivors of domestic violence. Access resources here.

Disability Network (Washtenaw & Livingston Counties): Advocacy and assistance with Social Security applications and disability-related services for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. For Washtenaw & Livingston Counties, call 734.971.0277. For Milan, call 734.682.5271. For more details, go here.

Michigan Disability Rights Coalition: Nonprofit organization offering adaptive equipment lending libraries and community events. For more details, call 800.760.4600 or 517.333.2477 or go here.

Michigan Rehabilitation Services: Employment preparation and job placement services for individuals with disabilities. For more details, call 800.288.5923 or go here.

Michigan Ability Partners (Washtenaw, Wayne & Jackson Counties): Housing and employment support services for individuals with disabilities and veterans. For more details, call 734.975.6880 or go here.

Breakthrough T1D: Diabetes resources ranging from workplace rights guides to independence planning for young adults and holiday meal planning tools. For more details, go here.

Amputee Coalition: Peer support, adaptive clothing resources, and education for individuals living with limb loss. For more details, go here.

Arthritis Foundation: Resources for physical and emotional well-being, pain management tools, and youth summer camp programs. For more details, go here.

Washtenaw County Office of Community Development – Accessibility Ramp Program: Free construction and installation of exterior aluminum access ramps for lower-income residents with disabilities (Washtenaw County residents only). For more details, call 734.622.9036 or 734.622.9013 or go here.

Disability Rights Michigan: Attorneys and advocates who advise people with disabilities on their rights and responsibilities. For more details, call 517.487.1755 or 800.288.5923 or go here.

Washtenaw Association for Community Advocacy (WACA): Advocacy and support for individuals with developmental disabilities. For more details, call 734.662.1256 or go here.

Legal Services of South Central Michigan (LSSCM): Legal assistance for individuals who have applied for and been denied Social Security disability benefits. For more details, call 734.214.3890 or go here.