Disability Advocates

11/10/2025

Invest in Ability 2025: A Night to Remember

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Invest in Ability 2025! Your energy helped make the night a celebration of inclusion, creativity, and community impact.

Our theme this year—The Art & Design of Inclusion—came to life as we honored Ferris State University’s Kendall College of Art and Design for their leadership in accessible design. Together, we highlighted how thoughtful design can remove barriers and build a more welcoming world.

Thank you for being part of our movement for access for all!

11/10/2025

11/08/2025

Caring for a loved one with a disability can bring both joy and unique challenges — especially when planning for the future. Join us for our Caregiver Succession Support Group to connect, share, and learn from others who understand your journey.

🗓 Date: December 4, 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00–2:00 PM
📍 Location: 160 68th St SW - Suite 125 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49548
⚠️ Space is limited! Please register by November 27, 2025.

Let’s navigate succession planning together — you don’t have to do it alone. 💬

🔗 Register now: https://buff.ly/vasYWKa
📩 Questions? Contact Chloe Bayer at chloe.b@dakc.us

11/06/2025

Invest in Ability is happening tonight! We thank our sponsors, MSU College of Human Medicine, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services, Dominican Sisters of Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids Community College, Grand Rapids Housing Commission, Kent County, Sinas Dramis Law Firm, Griswold Group, and Grand Rapids Public Schools for partnering with us to help build a more inclusive community for all.

Join us for this inspiring event celebrating the people and programs that break down barriers and empower individuals with disabilities. This year, we honor Kendall College of Art and Design and highlight the theme, “The Art & Design of Inclusion: Creating a Barrier-Free Community.” We’re also recognizing our impactful Accessibility Services program, which helps make independence possible.

11/06/2025

📝 From Dave’s Desk – Episode 4 is here!
Tonight’s the night — our Invest in Ability Celebration is happening! 🎉

In this episode, Dave shares his excitement for the event and recognizes Kendall College of Art and Design as this year’s Invest in Ability Award recipient. It’s going to be a fantastic evening with more than 460 guests coming together to celebrate inclusive design and community impact.

Stay tuned for post-event highlights, and don’t forget — you can stay connected by subscribing to our newsletter or donating to support our mission. Your follow and support truly make a difference! 💙

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🔗 Donate: https://www.dakc.us/donate

11/05/2025

Invest in Ability is happening November 6, 2025! We thank our sponsors, Miller Johnson, Trinity Health, University of Michigan Health West, and Weller Truck Parts, for partnering with us to help build a more inclusive community for all.

Join us for this inspiring event celebrating the people and programs that break down barriers and empower individuals with disabilities. This year, we honor Kendall College of Art and Design and highlight the theme, “The Art & Design of Inclusion: Creating a Barrier-Free Community.” We’re also recognizing our impactful Accessibility Services program, which helps make independence possible.

11/04/2025

Invest in Ability is happening November 6, 2025! We thank our sponsors, Grand Valley State University, Jenny Shangraw, and Melissa Budzynski Therapy Services LLC, for partnering with us to help build a more inclusive community for all.

Join us for this inspiring event celebrating the people and programs that break down barriers and empower individuals with disabilities. This year, we honor Kendall College of Art and Design and highlight the theme, “The Art & Design of Inclusion: Creating a Barrier-Free Community.” We’re also recognizing our impactful Accessibility Services program, which helps make independence possible.

11/04/2025

Caring for a loved one with a disability can bring both joy and unique challenges — especially when planning for the future. Join us for our Caregiver Succession Support Group to connect, share, and learn from others who understand your journey.

🗓 Date: December 4, 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00–2:00 PM
📍 Location: 160 68th St SW - Suite 125Grand Rapids, Michigan 49548
⚠️ Space is limited! Please register by November 27, 2025.

Let’s navigate succession planning together — you don’t have to do it alone. 💬

🔗 Register now: https://buff.ly/vasYWKa
📩 Questions? Contact Chloe Bayer at chloe.b@dakc.us

11/03/2025

Invest in Ability is happening November 6, 2025! We thank our sponsors, Experience Grand Rapids, and Fishbeck, for partnering with us to help build a more inclusive community for all.

Join us for this inspiring event celebrating the people and programs that break down barriers and empower individuals with disabilities. This year, we honor Kendall College of Art and Design and highlight the theme, “The Art & Design of Inclusion: Creating a Barrier-Free Community.” We’re also recognizing our impactful Accessibility Services program, which helps make independence possible.

11/02/2025

Invest in Ability is happening November 6, 2025! We thank our sponsor, Behler-Young, for partnering with us to help build a more inclusive community for all.

Join us for this inspiring event celebrating the people and programs that break down barriers and empower individuals with disabilities. This year, we honor Kendall College of Art and Design and highlight the theme, “The Art & Design of Inclusion: Creating a Barrier-Free Community.” We’re also recognizing our impactful Accessibility Services program, which helps make independence possible.

11/01/2025

Invest in Ability is happening November 6, 2025! We thank our sponsors, Acrisure, ChoiceOne Bank, and Ben & Claire Razmus, for partnering with us to help build a more inclusive community for all.

Join us for this inspiring event celebrating the people and programs that break down barriers and empower individuals with disabilities. This year, we honor Kendall College of Art and Design and highlight the theme, “The Art & Design of Inclusion: Creating a Barrier-Free Community.” We’re also recognizing our impactful Accessibility Services program, which helps make independence possible.

10/31/2025

Invest in Ability is happening November 6, 2025! We thank our sponsor, Mary Free Bed Guild, for partnering with us to help build a more inclusive community for all.

Join us for this inspiring event celebrating the people and programs that break down barriers and empower individuals with disabilities. This year, we honor Kendall College of Art and Design and highlight the theme, “The Art & Design of Inclusion: Creating a Barrier-Free Community.” We’re also recognizing our impactful Accessibility Services program, which helps make independence possible.