Disability Network Lakeshore

12/12/2025

Our Euchre Tournament Countdown Continues!

We’re a little over a month away from our 2026 Euchre Tournament, and spots are already filling up! Whether you’re a seasoned player or brand-new to the game, this is your chance to join a fun afternoon that supports a powerful mission — helping youth with disabilities build independence and real-world skills.

Here’s what’s in the cards:

✨ Saturday, January 31, 2026
✨ 1:00 – 4:00 PM
✨ VFW Post 2144, Holland
✨ Progressive-style Euchre, prizes, and a 50/50 raffle

You can register as a team for $30 or sign up as a single player for $15 — we’ll match single players with a partner so everyone can join the fun.

Secure your spot today: https://ow.ly/8XNx50XxaWY

Let’s start the new year with fun, connection, and community impact. We can’t wait to see you at the tables!

12/11/2025

Every swipe counts!

We’re proud to be part of Consumers Credit Union's Round Up for Impact program. Your spare change can help us do more good — automatically. Enroll today and choose Disability Network Lakeshore!

👉 Learn more: https://ow.ly/Sx6a50Xrn0E

12/09/2025

Holiday fun should be for everyone! 🎨

Choose activities that let all your guests join in with ease — whether it’s simple ornament decorating, card-making with pre-cut materials, holiday karaoke with lyric screens, or games that don’t rely on speed or fine motor skills.

When everyone can participate, the joy of the season multiplies! ✨

12/08/2025

Our NEW Making Futures Bright Boutique is now OPEN! We have a goal of raising $15,000 this holiday season to help fund our youth programs. As of today we are at 11% of our goal. All proceeds from your donation in our boutique help us meet that goal. You can shop at: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/making-futures-bright Give a little, get a little – and make a BIG impact!

Our holiday boutique is just one way that you can give to DNL. If you would like to make a donation without a purchase please use the following: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2yhcid/

12/08/2025

Time is running out! Our 2026 Community Partnership Program kicks off in just a few weeks — and there's still time to join this powerful movement.

As a Community Partner, you'll help make real, lasting impact in the lives of people with disabilities right here in Ottawa and Allegan counties. Your sponsorship supports events that celebrate disability pride and awareness, helps fund essential programs like ramp construction and benefits counseling, and, at select levels, provides your team with ADA consultation and training to foster more welcoming workplaces.

This is more than a donation — it’s your opportunity to help build a community where everyone belongs. Become a Community Partner today!

🔗 https://ow.ly/FbSg50WS3NP

12/05/2025

📖 Love to read? Accessibility shouldn’t be a barrier!

If you are blind, have low vision, or struggle to read print due to a disability like dyslexia, you could qualify for free audiobooks through the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled and the Michigan Braille and Talking Book Library.

✨ Accessible books make it easy to enjoy stories, stay connected, and explore new worlds — right from home!

🔗 Find out more and apply today: https://ow.ly/FLaV50XmGNH

12/04/2025

Need support, resources, or guidance? We’re here to help!

At Disability Network Lakeshore, our information and referral team is dedicated to connecting people with disabilities — and the community at large — to the services, answers, and support they need to thrive.

Whether you’re navigating accessibility questions, exploring community resources, seeking disability-related services, or just not sure where to start, our team is ready to listen and guide you every step of the way.

Reach out anytime for personalized support, accurate information, and a welcoming space to ask questions. You don’t have to navigate the journey alone.

Contact us today at 616-396-5326 to learn more.

Together, we can build a more inclusive and connected community.

12/03/2025

Today, we join the world in recognizing the International Day of Persons with Disabilities — a day dedicated to advancing inclusion, accessibility, and equal opportunity for people with disabilities everywhere.

In honor of this day, we’re shining a spotlight on the global network of Centers for Independent Living (CILs). These centers — found across the United States and around the world — play a vital role in empowering people with disabilities to live independently and direct their own lives.

What many people don’t realize is that Disability Network Lakeshore is also a Center for Independent Living. We are proud to stand alongside CILs globally that are built by people with disabilities, for people with disabilities.

CILs provide:
✨ Peer support
✨ Independent living skills training
✨ Advocacy and systems change
✨ Information & referral
✨ A strong voice for accessibility and equal opportunity

As we celebrate this important day, we’re reminded that independent living is a global movement — one strengthened by collaboration, shared values, and a commitment to removing barriers wherever they exist.

Today’s spotlight: CILs across the world — including right here at Disability Network Lakeshore — working every day to advance disability rights and build inclusive communities.

12/02/2025

❄️ Weather Update ❄️

Due to heavy snow in parts of the region, our office is closed today. Our team will be working remotely, and we’ll continue to be fully responsive by phone and email.

If you planned to visit in person, we apologize for the inconvenience — we’ll be back in the office tomorrow!

Stay safe and warm!

12/02/2025

Give a gift that gives back this Giving Tuesday!

Our limited-edition DNL Holiday Storefront is officially live — and every purchase directly supports our Youth Services programming, especially our 6-week Summer Work Program, which provides paid, hands-on work experience for youth with disabilities throughout Ottawa and Allegan Counties. Your generosity helps young people build confidence, gain job skills, and prepare for meaningful futures.

This Giving Tuesday kicks off our end-of-year effort to raise $15,000 — enough to send 3 students through the Summer Work Program. It costs about $5,000 per student, including the wages they earn while gaining real-world experience.

From cozy beanies and stylish apparel to bracelets, tote bags, and custom notecards, there’s something for everyone on your holiday list. And the best part? 100% of proceeds help fund the future and ensure youth success and inclusion.

Items are available only through January 1 — so don’t miss your chance to shop with impact.

When you choose a gift from DNL, you’re not just checking off a list — you’re investing in opportunity, inclusion, and the next generation of leaders.

Already finished your holiday shopping but still want to make a meaningful impact? Give a financial gift here: https://ow.ly/gfAa50XwRGV

Shop the Holiday Storefront now: https://ow.ly/T9yh50XwRGX

Step into the warmth of the season at Disability Network Lakeshore’s Making Futures Bright Boutique—your holiday destination for gifts that truly give back. Each item in our boutique has been thoughtfully crafted or designed to reflect the creativity, heart, and community spirit that fuel our mi...

12/01/2025

The holidays are here!

Making your gatherings welcoming for everyone can be as simple as a few thoughtful adjustments.

Clear pathways, a variety of seating options, and reducing background noise can help all guests feel comfortable, included, and ready to enjoy the celebration.

Small changes, big impact!