UPDATE - this position has been filled and is no longer available. TITLE: Education Advocate, Washtenaw Association for Community Advocacy (WACA) REPORTS TO: President/CEO EMPLOYMENT STATUS CLASSIFICATION: Part-time, 20 hours/week COMPENSATION: $20-25/hour Position...
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD)? The Washtenaw Association for Community Advocacy (WACA) is seeking dedicated individuals to join our board of directors and support our mission...
Disability Network Washtenaw-Monroe-Livingston is partnering with Washtenaw Association for Community Advocacy (WACA) and Maple Law Group ...
Back by popular demand! Join us for the 3rd annual ACA Lion’s watch party! All supporters, members, and friends of ACA are welcome. Please...
Save the date! ACA’s annual membership meeting will be happening on Wednesday, November 18, from 6:30-8pm, at Retirement Income Soluti...
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Nearly a month has passed since our February 15th Euchre Tournament at Zal Gaz Grotto, and we're still smiling. For many, that afternoon was a first introduction to Washtenaw ACA — and what a way to meet us. As a nonprofit dedicated to empowering people with...
Understanding how disability services are funded — and how to make those funds work in real life — can feel overwhelming. That’s why Washtenaw ACA is pleased to invite our members and community partners to an important upcoming educational webinar focused on the...
Join us for an afternoon of laughter, friendly competition, and community spirit at our Fundraising for Inclusion Euchre Tournament! Whether you’re a seasoned card shark or just in it for the fun, every hand you play helps support Washtenaw ACA’s mission of...
The Family Support Subsidy (FSS) remains one of the most practical and impactful supports available to families caring for a child with significant developmental disabilities. The purpose of the Family Support Subsidy is simple but powerful: to help families keep...
On October 3, members of Washtenaw ACA joined dozens of local nonprofits and University of Michigan graduate students at the Ross School of Business for the Golub Capital Nonprofit Board Fellows Orientation—a kickoff for this year’s fellowship program hosted by...
Washtenaw ACA President & CEO Kristen Columbus was recently featured on WEMU’s Washtenaw United program, where she spoke about both the opportunities and the threats facing people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Washtenaw County. In the...
We're at it again! ACA is throwing our second annual Detroit Lion's community watch party! Join us at Zal Gaz Grotto on September 28 when the Lions take on the Cleveland Browns at 1pm on Fox. Our party starts at 12:30pm and you can join us FREE, as long as you...
Hello, my name is Autumn Persinger and I am a disabled student at Eastern Michigan University studying Social Work. As someone who is extremely passionate about social justice and disability advocacy, I am a volunteer with the Washtenaw Association for Community...
UPDATE - this position has been filled and is no longer available. TITLE: Education Advocate, Washtenaw Association for Community Advocacy (WACA) REPORTS TO: President/CEO EMPLOYMENT STATUS CLASSIFICATION: Part-time, 20 hours/week COMPENSATION: $20-25/hour Position...
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD)? The Washtenaw Association for Community Advocacy (WACA) is seeking dedicated individuals to join our board of directors and support our mission...
Assisting individuals with disabilities to obtain supports and accommodations they need to live and to participate in their communities.
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Advocates for students with disabilities to get the special education services they need to succeed in school.
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Assisting youth to transition from school and foster care into community life.
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Assisting individuals to get support to obtain equal justice in the civil and criminal court systems.
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Managing special needs trusts for individuals with developmental disabilities.
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