disAbility Connections - Jackson MI

03/09/2026

For the whole month of March, purchase a Wheelie Tag and write your name on it to show your support for disAbility Connections. We’ll proudly post it in our office in one of many places. Your $5 donation or greater supports the programs and services we provide to our communities in Jackson, Hillsdale, and Lenawee Counties.

03/02/2026

disAbility Connections: Volunteer needed!

disAbility Connections does on-site minor repairs to durable medical equipment that is out of warranty. The shop is called Fix-dis.

03/01/2026

Wheelchairs have been providing individuals with illness, injury or disease to gain access to the world around them for hundreds of years.
https://internationalwheelchairday.wordpress.com/

03/01/2026

Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month brings people together to shine a light on MS. It’s a month for sharing stories, spreading awareness, and standing with those facing this unpredictable condition.
https://www.nationalmssociety.org/understanding-ms/

03/01/2026

As we begin March and celebrate Women's History Month, let us draw inspiration from the remarkable women in history with disabilities who continue to empower and motivate women today.

03/01/2026

The world has come a long way since people with developmental disabilities were ostracized, institutionalized, marginalized & even treated as objects of scorn. But there is still more progress that can be made.
https://nacdd.org/ddam1/

03/01/2026

Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month spotlights the lives of those with cerebral palsy, a condition that affects movement and muscle coordination.
https://www.yourcpf.org/advocacy-awareness/

03/01/2026

Brain Injury Awareness Month focuses on the millions affected by brain injuries. Statistics emphasize the unique experiences of individuals dealing with conditions ranging from mild concussions to severe brain trauma.
https://biausa.org/

02/28/2026

One out of every 10 Americans is living with a rare disease. Worldwide, there are more than 300 million people with rare diseases. These individuals and families are left isolated and without answers to their medical questions.
https://rarediseases.org/rare-disease-day/

02/27/2026

Are you in need of food? We have a number of our community food pantry partner churches distributing food this Saturday!

02/27/2026

Jackson's holds community meeting amid concerns with the new "Eyes on the Block" program providing free door cameras to Ward 1 and 2 residents to help combat crime.