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Disability Network Wayne County Detroit Events


Wednesday, Mar 11, 2026

Wed 11
Mar 11, 2026 @ 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Veterans Peer Support Group

In Person & Via Zoom

Veterans Peer Support Groups offer peer connection, mental health resources, and practical help for service members, veterans, and their families, with options ranging from national organizations like Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) and VFW, to local VA initiatives and online communities, focusing on shared experiences, stress management (PTSD), and navigating life after service, often at no cost, providing a vital network for healing and thriving.

Wed 11
Mar 11, 2026 @ 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM

Senior Art Therapy Classes

In Person

Our Art therapy program for the seniors' trains individuals to use the creative process of artmaking for mental health and emotional well-being, combining art and counseling theories to help seniors resolve issues, manage behaviors, and build self-awareness. These programs involve core coursework in art therapy, psychology, and hours for practical experience.

Wed 11
Mar 11, 2026 @ 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM

Youth Art Therapy Classes

In Person

Our Youth Art Therapy programs use creative expression (like drawing, painting, music, or drama) led by trained professionals to help young people process emotions, reduce stress, build self-esteem, develop coping skills, and improve communication when words fail, often in settings from hospitals to community centers, offering both individual and group support for emotional well-being and personal growth.

Wed 11
Mar 11, 2026 @ 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM

Enhance Fitness

In Person & Via Zoom

Enhance Fitness program is an evidence-based group exercise and falls prevention program designed specifically to improve the overall fitness and well-being of older adults.

Thursday, Mar 12, 2026

Thu 12
Mar 12, 2026 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Free Caregiver Training Classes

In Person & Via Zoom

Caregiver training classes offer essential skills for professional and family caregivers, covering topics like personal care, dementia, safety, and self-care, with options ranging from in-person workshops to online certifications. Training can lead to certifications (DCW) required for employment. Join us every Thursday at 6 pm.

Friday, Mar 13, 2026

Fri 13
Mar 13, 2026 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Inner Vision Blind Support Group

In Person & Via Zoom

Visually Impaired Peer Support Group is a community where people who are blind or have low vision meet to share experiences, coping strategies, and resources in a safe, understanding environment, reducing isolation and fostering empowerment through shared challenges and successes, often facilitated by peers also with vision loss. Join us every 2nd Friday of the month.


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