Resources

 

Autism Society of America: The society’s mission is to promote lifelong access and opportunities for persons within the autism spectrum and their families, www.autism-society.org

ARC of Macomb: The Arc of Macomb County is a 501(c)(3) non-profit membership association with the emphasis on community inclusion through employment, independent living, and community participation so that each person served is a valued member of the community and will be able to achieve their greatest potential, www.arcservices.org

Center for Self Determination: “Mental health recovery is a journey of healing and transformation enabling a person with a mental health problem to live a meaningful life in the community of his or her choice while striving to achieve his or her full potential.” www.self-determination.com

Communities of Power: A source of information about issues of importance in Michigan’s Disability Community, www.copower.org

Gentle Teaching: Gentle Teaching is based on a psychology of human interdependence. It asks caregivers to look at themselves and their spirit of gentleness to find ways to express warmth and unconditional love toward those who are the most disenfranchised from family and community life, www.gentleteaching.com

Oakland County Community Mental Health Authority: The Mission of OCCMHA is, the advancement of social equity and improved quality of life, www.occmha.org

MALA (Michigan Assisted Living Association): Michigan Assisted Living Association (MALA) is committed to helping consumers and their families make informed decisions regarding assisted living options and other supports and services in the community. www.miassistedliving.org/consumers.html