CIL News

Feeling cabin fever from all this cold and snowy weather? Wish you had a place to go to get some exercise but not worry about what you can or can’t do?   Join us for the Enhance Fitness Class! Tuesdays starting March 12 at the CIL. Sit, stand, or however you move, come to stretch, strengthen, and get your heart rate up.   RSVPs requested but not required. See you there! For more info or… Exercise Class Starting March 12!

The Ann Arbor CIL is thrilled to be partnering with the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan to help you live a healthier life. Join us starting February 27 to learn how to tackle issues including: High blood pressure Ongoing pain or fatigue Depression Anxiety Cancer Kidney Disease Arthritis Other long-term health problem We’ll help you manage every day activities, symptoms, and stress, improve communications, and avoid complications. Overall we hope you’ll walk away with overall… Living with a long-term health problem? Join us to take charge of your health

If you are a caregiver for a family member or friend with a chronic health condition or disability, we invite you to join us to learn tools to manage your stress level and emotions, gain confidence in managing caregiving, and communicate better with family and loved ones. The Powerful Tools for Caregivers program, offered in partnership with the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan, is designed for those caring for a parent, spouse, friend, or someone… New Program for Caregivers

All of us were deeply saddened last night to learn of the passing of Congressman John Dingell. Congressman Dingell was a zealous and tireless advocate for the rights, needs, and humanity of people with disabilities, and we will forever remember him with honor and pride. Most notably, Congressman Dingell was one of the original sponsors of the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA), the landmark civil rights law that has revolutionized the quality of life for… Honoring Rep. John Dingell

Update: We will be closed Thursday, January 31 as well due to the cold temperatures. Warmer temps are forecast for Friday — see you then! Gosh it’s cold out! We’ll be closed Wednesday, January 30, due to the cold temperatures. Stay safe and warm out there. If you need anything be sure to give us a call today, Tuesday, so we can help. If you need assistance while we’re closed, please call 211. For a… Update: We’re closed Weds & Thurs this week

  The Ann Arbor CIL is closed all day today, Jan 28, due to snow. We’ll reopen tomorrow. Stay safe and warm! If you need immediate assistance, call 211. Additionally, a list of winter warming centers can be found here, or by calling 734-662-2829. Give us a call tomorrow, Tues. Jan 29, if you need help preparing for the bitter cold temperatures heading our way later this week.

Join us to celebrate the year and all we have to be grateful for! Fall Harvest Celebration Luncheon Featuring: Turkey dinner Traditional side dishes Dessert And great cheer! Monday, December 3 12 pm – 2 pm Ann Arbor CIL Gathering Place This event is FREE, but your RSVP is appreciated. Please contact: Cheranissa Roach at 734-971-0277 ext. 19 or croach@aacil.org or Anna Dusbiber at 734-971-0277 ext. 17 or anna@aacil.org

Did you see it? We made the front page of the Monroe News! Check out highlights of our disability awareness workshop for 4th graders at Raisinsville Elementary yesterday. To date almost 20,000 students across the region have participated in one of our “DAW” workshops. Every year CIL staff and volunteers provide interactive, hands-on, and fun activities that teach 4th grade students throughout Washtenaw and Monroe counties what it’s like to have a disability.  Props to our team… Workshop for students makes the front page of the Monroe News!