November is National Family Caregivers Month — a time to recognize and support the millions of family caregivers navigating care every single day.

This year, Caregiver Action Network is celebrating with Plug-in to Care, our campaign to connect caregivers with the resources, support, and community they deserve.

Introducing Care Connections: The Plug-in to Care Webinar Series — five free webinars featuring expert speakers from across industries, moderated by CAN's CEO Marvell Adams Jr.

We'll be bringing together leading voices in caregiving, workplace policy, mental health, financial planning, and more to share practical tools, expert guidance, and real community support.

Register once and get instant access to all five webinars + replays. No juggling multiple registrations. No missing sessions. Just one simple sign-up to access everything!

What You'll Get:

✅ Guidance on how to find trustworthy resources and spot scams — featuring insights from AARP and legal experts

✅ Intel on workplace benefits and caregiver support options you might not know about — from HR leaders and employee benefits specialists

✅ Real strategies for building community and connection — with mental health and community support experts

✅ Solutions for managing multiple generations of care — from youth caregiving and aging experts

✅ Financial planning and insurance guidance — from financial advisors and insurance specialists

✅ Ways to turn your caregiving experience into action

All five sessions are 1 PM EST.

🗓️ Nov. 3 | Plug-in to Care: Finding Your Way Through Resources

🗓️ Nov. 7 | Plug-in to Care: Building Caregiver-Friendly Workplaces

🗓️ Nov. 10 | Plug-in to Care: Finding Strength in Community and Connections

🗓️ Nov. 14 | Plug-in to Care: The Intergenerational Balancing Act

🗓️ Nov. 19 | Plug-in to Care: Turning Caregiver Experience into Action

Whether you're new to caregiving or have been balancing it all for years, there's something here for you.

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• Supported Decision-making: Michigan Update 
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• Climbing wall
• Obstacle course
• Soft spring floor
• Hula hoops
• Yoga balls
• Hippity Hop
• Frisbee
• Foot/hand-bag
• Balloon dancing
• Slack-line

• How to Use Computers, Phones, and Tablets 
• Internet Safety and Privacy 
• Email and Social Media Etiquette 
• Digital Skills for Fun, Work and Everyday Life 
• Using Zoom for appointments  

November is National Family Caregivers Month — a time to recognize and support the millions of family caregivers navigating care every single day.

This year, Caregiver Action Network is celebrating with Plug-in to Care, our campaign to connect caregivers with the resources, support, and community they deserve.

Introducing Care Connections: The Plug-in to Care Webinar Series — five free webinars featuring expert speakers from across industries, moderated by CAN's CEO Marvell Adams Jr.

We'll be bringing together leading voices in caregiving, workplace policy, mental health, financial planning, and more to share practical tools, expert guidance, and real community support.

Register once and get instant access to all five webinars + replays. No juggling multiple registrations. No missing sessions. Just one simple sign-up to access everything!

What You'll Get:

✅ Guidance on how to find trustworthy resources and spot scams — featuring insights from AARP and legal experts

✅ Intel on workplace benefits and caregiver support options you might not know about — from HR leaders and employee benefits specialists

✅ Real strategies for building community and connection — with mental health and community support experts

✅ Solutions for managing multiple generations of care — from youth caregiving and aging experts

✅ Financial planning and insurance guidance — from financial advisors and insurance specialists

✅ Ways to turn your caregiving experience into action

All five sessions are 1 PM EST.

🗓️ Nov. 3 | Plug-in to Care: Finding Your Way Through Resources

🗓️ Nov. 7 | Plug-in to Care: Building Caregiver-Friendly Workplaces

🗓️ Nov. 10 | Plug-in to Care: Finding Strength in Community and Connections

🗓️ Nov. 14 | Plug-in to Care: The Intergenerational Balancing Act

🗓️ Nov. 19 | Plug-in to Care: Turning Caregiver Experience into Action

Whether you're new to caregiving or have been balancing it all for years, there's something here for you.

November is National Family Caregivers Month — a time to recognize and support the millions of family caregivers navigating care every single day.

This year, Caregiver Action Network is celebrating with Plug-in to Care, our campaign to connect caregivers with the resources, support, and community they deserve.

Introducing Care Connections: The Plug-in to Care Webinar Series — five free webinars featuring expert speakers from across industries, moderated by CAN's CEO Marvell Adams Jr.

We'll be bringing together leading voices in caregiving, workplace policy, mental health, financial planning, and more to share practical tools, expert guidance, and real community support.

Register once and get instant access to all five webinars + replays. No juggling multiple registrations. No missing sessions. Just one simple sign-up to access everything!

What You'll Get:

✅ Guidance on how to find trustworthy resources and spot scams — featuring insights from AARP and legal experts

✅ Intel on workplace benefits and caregiver support options you might not know about — from HR leaders and employee benefits specialists

✅ Real strategies for building community and connection — with mental health and community support experts

✅ Solutions for managing multiple generations of care — from youth caregiving and aging experts

✅ Financial planning and insurance guidance — from financial advisors and insurance specialists

✅ Ways to turn your caregiving experience into action

All five sessions are 1 PM EST.

🗓️ Nov. 3 | Plug-in to Care: Finding Your Way Through Resources

🗓️ Nov. 7 | Plug-in to Care: Building Caregiver-Friendly Workplaces

🗓️ Nov. 10 | Plug-in to Care: Finding Strength in Community and Connections

🗓️ Nov. 14 | Plug-in to Care: The Intergenerational Balancing Act

🗓️ Nov. 19 | Plug-in to Care: Turning Caregiver Experience into Action

Whether you're new to caregiving or have been balancing it all for years, there's something here for you.

SkyWild Summit is an immersive overnight program that combines independent living skill practice, pre-vocational skill building, enrichment, and social opportunities — along with all the fun of traditional camp.

Here are the details:

• Dates: November 12–15, 2025

• Where: North Star Reach in Pinckney, MI

• Who: Adults 18+ (participants must be independent with toileting and showering)

• Cost: $1,499 (includes lodging, meals, individualized programming, and apparel)

• Many participants use their CMH respite funding to attend, and additional financial aid is available

The program also includes favorite camp traditions like a talent show, archery, arts & crafts, and our sensory room, while creating space for meaningful friendships and real-world growth.

https://www.campskywild.org/

• Climbing wall
• Obstacle course
• Soft spring floor
• Hula hoops
• Yoga balls
• Hippity Hop
• Frisbee
• Foot/hand-bag
• Balloon dancing
• Slack-line

SkyWild Summit is an immersive overnight program that combines independent living skill practice, pre-vocational skill building, enrichment, and social opportunities — along with all the fun of traditional camp.

Here are the details:

• Dates: November 12–15, 2025

• Where: North Star Reach in Pinckney, MI

• Who: Adults 18+ (participants must be independent with toileting and showering)

• Cost: $1,499 (includes lodging, meals, individualized programming, and apparel)

• Many participants use their CMH respite funding to attend, and additional financial aid is available

The program also includes favorite camp traditions like a talent show, archery, arts & crafts, and our sensory room, while creating space for meaningful friendships and real-world growth.

https://www.campskywild.org/

Are you ready to leave for college or be out on your own? Are you prepared to do adult tasks and have skills to be successful? Michigan State University Extension's Adulting 101 programs help teenagers and young adults demystify the obscure reality of being an “adult” through engaging educational sessions. Each FREE session is packed full of important life skills and tools necessary to live independently!

Cost: FREE

• Learning how to manage disagreements with respect and open-mindedness is an important part of adulthood. In this workshop, youth will gain essential tools for navigating tough conversations, whether with friends, family or classmates. Participants will leave with strategies to approach conflict confidently, express themselves respectfully and find common ground with others. Youth will find ways to handle challenging discussions with patience and empathy, paving the way for stronger, healthier relationships.

Accommodations

Michigan State University is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and activities. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.

Contact Information

For information, contact:
Kathy Jamieson - jamies13@msu.edu
Laurie Rivetto - rivettol@msu.edu
Janice Zerbe - rajzerj@msu.edu

SkyWild Summit is an immersive overnight program that combines independent living skill practice, pre-vocational skill building, enrichment, and social opportunities — along with all the fun of traditional camp.

Here are the details:

• Dates: November 12–15, 2025

• Where: North Star Reach in Pinckney, MI

• Who: Adults 18+ (participants must be independent with toileting and showering)

• Cost: $1,499 (includes lodging, meals, individualized programming, and apparel)

• Many participants use their CMH respite funding to attend, and additional financial aid is available

The program also includes favorite camp traditions like a talent show, archery, arts & crafts, and our sensory room, while creating space for meaningful friendships and real-world growth.

https://www.campskywild.org/

• How to Use Computers, Phones, and Tablets 
• Internet Safety and Privacy 
• Email and Social Media Etiquette 
• Digital Skills for Fun, Work and Everyday Life 
• Using Zoom for appointments  

November is National Family Caregivers Month — a time to recognize and support the millions of family caregivers navigating care every single day.

This year, Caregiver Action Network is celebrating with Plug-in to Care, our campaign to connect caregivers with the resources, support, and community they deserve.

Introducing Care Connections: The Plug-in to Care Webinar Series — five free webinars featuring expert speakers from across industries, moderated by CAN's CEO Marvell Adams Jr.

We'll be bringing together leading voices in caregiving, workplace policy, mental health, financial planning, and more to share practical tools, expert guidance, and real community support.

Register once and get instant access to all five webinars + replays. No juggling multiple registrations. No missing sessions. Just one simple sign-up to access everything!

What You'll Get:

✅ Guidance on how to find trustworthy resources and spot scams — featuring insights from AARP and legal experts

✅ Intel on workplace benefits and caregiver support options you might not know about — from HR leaders and employee benefits specialists

✅ Real strategies for building community and connection — with mental health and community support experts

✅ Solutions for managing multiple generations of care — from youth caregiving and aging experts

✅ Financial planning and insurance guidance — from financial advisors and insurance specialists

✅ Ways to turn your caregiving experience into action

All five sessions are 1 PM EST.

🗓️ Nov. 3 | Plug-in to Care: Finding Your Way Through Resources

🗓️ Nov. 7 | Plug-in to Care: Building Caregiver-Friendly Workplaces

🗓️ Nov. 10 | Plug-in to Care: Finding Strength in Community and Connections

🗓️ Nov. 14 | Plug-in to Care: The Intergenerational Balancing Act

🗓️ Nov. 19 | Plug-in to Care: Turning Caregiver Experience into Action

Whether you're new to caregiving or have been balancing it all for years, there's something here for you.

SkyWild Summit is an immersive overnight program that combines independent living skill practice, pre-vocational skill building, enrichment, and social opportunities — along with all the fun of traditional camp.

Here are the details:

• Dates: November 12–15, 2025

• Where: North Star Reach in Pinckney, MI

• Who: Adults 18+ (participants must be independent with toileting and showering)

• Cost: $1,499 (includes lodging, meals, individualized programming, and apparel)

• Many participants use their CMH respite funding to attend, and additional financial aid is available

The program also includes favorite camp traditions like a talent show, archery, arts & crafts, and our sensory room, while creating space for meaningful friendships and real-world growth.

https://www.campskywild.org/

🧭 Career Exploration Opportunity for Washtenaw County Students

Presented by WISD Career & Technical Education and Special Education Departments

📅 Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
🕘 Departure: 9:00 AM (Arrive by 8:50 AM)
🕐 Return: Approximately 1:15 PM
📍 Departure/Return Location:
WISD Teaching & Learning Center (students must be dropped off at the TLC and picked up from the TLC once we return)
1819 S. Wagner Rd., Ann Arbor, MI

🏢 Event: MiCareer Quest Southeast

📍 Location: Suburban Collection Showplace
46100 Grand River Ave., Novi, MI 48374

💼 Why Attend?

Students will explore high-demand careers in:

• 🔧 Advanced Manufacturing

• 🏗️ Construction

• 🩺 Health Sciences

• 💻 Information Technology

This interactive event features hands-on exhibits and real-world demonstrations created by industry professionals to help students experience what it’s like to work in today’s most exciting industries.

🎓 Who Can Attend?

Each Washtenaw County district has a limited number of student slots:(see chart below)

Chaperone Requirement:
Each district must send 1 staff chaperone who will remain with their students for the duration of the trip and stay until students are picked up by school or guardian.

What to Bring:

Bagged lunch (to eat on the bus ride back)

📅 Important Deadline:

Permission slips must be submitted by: October 15, 2025
After this date, any remaining seats will be offered first come, first served.

🎥 Watch last year’s highlights:
https://youtube.com/watch?v=YUGb-gteq5c&si=Z9iU5WqnV-pYFAJ7

📞 Questions? Contact:

Joy Taylor
Kelly M. Higgins

• Learn how an idea that started with parents became a reality
• Harnessing the power of Parents

• Climbing wall
• Obstacle course
• Soft spring floor
• Hula hoops
• Yoga balls
• Hippity Hop
• Frisbee
• Foot/hand-bag
• Balloon dancing
• Slack-line

November is National Family Caregivers Month — a time to recognize and support the millions of family caregivers navigating care every single day.

This year, Caregiver Action Network is celebrating with Plug-in to Care, our campaign to connect caregivers with the resources, support, and community they deserve.

Introducing Care Connections: The Plug-in to Care Webinar Series — five free webinars featuring expert speakers from across industries, moderated by CAN's CEO Marvell Adams Jr.

We'll be bringing together leading voices in caregiving, workplace policy, mental health, financial planning, and more to share practical tools, expert guidance, and real community support.

Register once and get instant access to all five webinars + replays. No juggling multiple registrations. No missing sessions. Just one simple sign-up to access everything!

What You'll Get:

✅ Guidance on how to find trustworthy resources and spot scams — featuring insights from AARP and legal experts

✅ Intel on workplace benefits and caregiver support options you might not know about — from HR leaders and employee benefits specialists

✅ Real strategies for building community and connection — with mental health and community support experts

✅ Solutions for managing multiple generations of care — from youth caregiving and aging experts

✅ Financial planning and insurance guidance — from financial advisors and insurance specialists

✅ Ways to turn your caregiving experience into action

All five sessions are 1 PM EST.

🗓️ Nov. 3 | Plug-in to Care: Finding Your Way Through Resources

🗓️ Nov. 7 | Plug-in to Care: Building Caregiver-Friendly Workplaces

🗓️ Nov. 10 | Plug-in to Care: Finding Strength in Community and Connections

🗓️ Nov. 14 | Plug-in to Care: The Intergenerational Balancing Act

🗓️ Nov. 19 | Plug-in to Care: Turning Caregiver Experience into Action

Whether you're new to caregiving or have been balancing it all for years, there's something here for you.

Welcome to Club SkyWild Club SkyWild is a unique social program for neurodivergent adults (ages 18+) designed to foster connection, creativity, and fun. Held the third Wednesday of each month from 7–9 PM in Ypsilanti, MI, participants enjoy a vibrant mix of activities, from painting and cooking classes, to game tournaments, to laid-back chats in a cozy quiet room. Upon arrival, you'll receive SkyWild Dollars called "Hollars" to spend on snacks, drinks, and activities, letting you practice money management while having a blast. Whether you're crafting, cooking, or just catching up with friends, Club SkyWild is a welcoming space to relax, learn new skills, and explore your creativity. Register Pricing Information Drop-In Rate: $25 per session Pay as you go and join us for any session that fits your schedule!   6-Session Package: $125 Save by purchasing a 6-session package! This flexible option allows you to attend any six sessions of your choice over time.   Both options include access to all activities, snacks, drinks, and the full Club SkyWild experience.

The Social Scene – A Monthly Community Night to Celebrate Friendship & Inclusion

Join us every third Thursday for The Social Scene, a vibrant, all-ages community event designed to foster friendship, connection, and belonging. Enjoy music, games, free food, and a welcoming environment where people of all abilities and backgrounds are valued, respected, and celebrated. Whether you're looking to meet new friends or simply enjoy a fun night out, this is the place to be!

The Social Scene – A Monthly Community Night to Celebrate Friendship & Inclusion

Join us every third Thursday for The Social Scene, a vibrant, all-ages community event designed to foster friendship, connection, and belonging. Enjoy music, games, free food, and a welcoming environment where people of all abilities and backgrounds are valued, respected, and celebrated. Whether you're looking to meet new friends or simply enjoy a fun night out, this is the place to be!

• How to Use Computers, Phones, and Tablets 
• Internet Safety and Privacy 
• Email and Social Media Etiquette 
• Digital Skills for Fun, Work and Everyday Life 
• Using Zoom for appointments  

• Climbing wall
• Obstacle course
• Soft spring floor
• Hula hoops
• Yoga balls
• Hippity Hop
• Frisbee
• Foot/hand-bag
• Balloon dancing
• Slack-line

• How to Use Computers, Phones, and Tablets 
• Internet Safety and Privacy 
• Email and Social Media Etiquette 
• Digital Skills for Fun, Work and Everyday Life 
• Using Zoom for appointments