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Ford Airport one of first airports to use sign language boards powered by AI

Shandra MartinezTuesday, February 20, 2024

A wintery day when The Lakeshore Disability Inclusion Co-editor Lucia Rios had to roll her wheelchair in the road, because sidewalks hadn't been cleared of snow.

5 ways to support people with disabilities in the winter

Lucia RiosMonday, January 29, 2024

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What happens when disability rights run up against homeowner associations' rules?

Paul R. KopenkoskeyMonday, January 22, 2024

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A lack of awareness about service animals leads to discrimination

Lucia RiosSaturday, December 30, 2023

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Will Wilson steps up as new CEO of DNWM

Shandra MartinezMonday, December 18, 2023

Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services will have its 14th annual Signing Santa event for Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing children and families on Dec. 16 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Signing Santa event returns to Grand Rapids

Shandra MartinezWednesday, December 6, 2023

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‘It really opened up my world’: Users welcome health benefits of accessible trails

Shandra MartinezTuesday, December 5, 2023

Two GRIT wheelchair users pose at a local park.

All-terrain wheelchair loan program opens outdoors to more users

Paul R. KopenkoskeyTuesday, November 14, 2023

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Rock musicians with autism to be honored with Discover Ability Award

Shandra MartinezWednesday, November 8, 2023

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‘I can finally vote by myself’: Disability advocate works to improve accessibility at the polls

Shandra MartinezTuesday, October 31, 2023

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Accessibility in the Workplace: Forum to explore ‘going beyond compliance’

Lucia RiosFriday, October 13, 2023

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When construction wasn’t accessible, he found dream job making furniture

Shandra MartinezFriday, October 13, 2023

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PHOTOS: Celebrating Deaf Awareness Month

Saturday, September 30, 2023

Lucia Rios at Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida. (Shandra Martinez)

How I’m learning to vacation better with my disability

Lucia RiosTuesday, September 26, 2023

Lucia Rios heads off to catch a flight to Orlando. (Shandra Martinez)

Why air travel for people who use wheelchairs is getting better

Lucia RiosFriday, September 22, 2023

Attendees took part of DAKC's Celebration of ADA took part in a checkpoint activity to learn about the history of the Disability Movement.

PHOTOS: Celebrating 33 years of ADA while advocating for a better future

Shandra MartinezFriday, August 18, 2023

Charles “Charlie” Elwood and Chris Martin using version 2.0 of Martin’s voice for the first time at Carpe Latte Coffee Shop.

AI app gives voice to those who’ve lost theirs

Paul R. KopenkoskeyFriday, July 21, 2023

Alexx Smith, recipient of the 2022 Bob Davis Independent Living Award, stands with Disability Network Southwest Michigan staff member Mary Fortney.

DNSWM highlights ‘remarkable progress’ with ADA Celebration

Kelsey SandersFriday, July 21, 2023

Lucia Rios has been honored as the 2023 Media Person of the Year by the WMPRSA for her work as co-editor of the Disability Inclusion series.

Disability Inclusion editor Lucia Rios named Media Person of the Year

Shandra MartinezTuesday, June 20, 2023

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Absolutely Accessible Kent looks at making ‘disabled’ buildings extinct

Shandra MartinezWednesday, June 7, 2023

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