United Way's Community Connect

As we reflect on last week's United Way Days experience, we want to hear from you! Where did you volunteer? What was most memorable about last week? Did you meet anyone new? Please use this post to share photos or videos to add to our gallery, thoughts or stories about your experience, or any last Acts of Care you want us to count. 📸 Thank you for joining us in showing care for your community! ❤️

If you have not already voted by absentee ballot or early voted, please visit https://www.vote411.org/michigan to find your polling place, review your ballot, and research your candidates and the various proposals on the ballot. The polls open at 7:00am-8:00pm. We encourage you to remind your family and friends to get out the vote. Thank you for participating in our democracy.

Share what resonated with you from Day 15! Here's the discussion questions to get you started: Think about a time when you felt accepted, supported, and included in school. What made that true or possible? How might schools leaders, students, and families create those opportunities for students with disabilities and others? What is one change a school, college, or training program could make to better supports students with disabilities?

I was shocked to learn that 1 in 4 people have some type of disability as well. It's a reminder to be kind, patient, and take the steps necessary to ensure everyone I interact with can walk away with a positive experience.

We had a great discussion this week with Disability Network Southwest Michigan, talking about what resonated with us during days 1-10. We'd love to hear your thoughts as well! Which of the Day 5-10 topics resonated for you and why? Did you learn anything new? Disability Inspiration Disability & the Whole Person Accessibility & Universal Design Accessible Content Job Accomodations