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People First
Self-Advocacy Group
Meets monthly at Services To Enhance Potential, 4700 Beaufait, Detroit.
People First of Wayne County was formed to educate persons with intellectual impairments and other developmental disabilities on self-advocacy. Currently the group has 50 members, making it one of the largest self-advocacy groups in Michigan. This year, Greta Joshua Received an ward from the State of Michigan House of Representatives that was presented to her by State representative Rose Mary Robinson. Greta Joshua also was presented an award from The City Counsel of Detroit and an representative from Gabe Leland office Attorney Issac Robinson presented the award. |
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Education
Information, mentoring, networking, advocacy
Working with the Michigan Alliance for Families, we offer a comprehensive information and referrals on all disability and education issues involving children and young adults from birth to age 26. Services include one-on-one support, assistance in developing sound Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), assisting a student as they transition from school to work or community, encourage the use of Positive Behavioral Supports, protect the educational rights and responsibilities of the student outlined in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, and provide families compassionate and expert support in protecting the integrity of Special Education Services.
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Community Policing Intuitive (D.A.L.E)
D.A.L.E stands for Disability Awareness for Law Enforcement. Participants will understand the nature and types of disabilities, the importance of effective communication with people with disabilities, their legal obligations under the ADA, and strategies for partnering with community organizations such as Warriors on Wheels and the Arc Detroit. They will also know how to appropriately respond to situations involving people with disabilities and be able to transport individuals with disabilities safely and respectfully. The Arc Detroit working with with Wayne County 3rd Judicial Court identifies individuals who are I/DD and in the Judicial system to help them navigate court appearances reporting to probation and restitution.
D.A.L.E stands for Disability Awareness for Law Enforcement. Participants will understand the nature and types of disabilities, the importance of effective communication with people with disabilities, their legal obligations under the ADA, and strategies for partnering with community organizations such as Warriors on Wheels and the Arc Detroit. They will also know how to appropriately respond to situations involving people with disabilities and be able to transport individuals with disabilities safely and respectfully. The Arc Detroit working with with Wayne County 3rd Judicial Court identifies individuals who are I/DD and in the Judicial system to help them navigate court appearances reporting to probation and restitution.
Services
Social
Due to Covid-19 Vaccination and Boosters are required for all in-person events If you need a face mask call 313 478 0302.
Monthly leisure and recreation program, information and referral programs and services, monthly self-advocacy programs, parent outreach activities, person centered planning training, annual disability rights summit, assist with the development of Individualized Education Plans, promote the reduction of institutional populations, advocate for access to community opportunities, promote the value and potential of all people. The ARC Detroit services more than 300 persons per year with intellectual and other developmental disabilities from ages five to seventy five. The Arc Detroit has provided wheelchairs for young people from low income families whom have grown out of their current wheelchairs. The Arc Detroit has found appropriate safe housing for people who wish to remain independent. |
Advocacy
Focus: Self-Advocacy and access to the community.
The ARC Detroit supports self-advocacy for people with intellectual impairments and other developmental disabilities through town hall meetings that included the director of para transit from the Department of Transportation from the City of Detroit. The Arc Detroit maintains a strong relationship with the Southeast Michigan Regional Transit Authority. The ARC Detroit has found that transportation is a major issue for people with disabilities throughout the metro Detroit area. The ARC Detroit has a strong commitment to advocate for access to community opportunities. The Arc Detroit along with People First will have a meeting soon at STEP. STEP is located on 4700 Beaufait Detroit MI 48207 |
