Campus Links at Grand Valley State University
Campus Links Brochure
The two tiers of Campus Links are:
- Campus Links Red is our residential program where the mentors and mentees live in the same on-campus housing, providing daily support.
- Campus Links Blue is our non-residential program for students. This program provides support for the student without the commitment of living in specific dorms or on campus.
If you are interested in becoming a mentee or mentor for either tier, please contact the Disability Support Resources office in 4015 James H. Zumberge Hall by phone at (616) 331-3880, or email at dsrgvsu@gvsu.edu.
New applications for the residential program are only accepted for the fall semesters.
If you are interested in learning more about Campus Links, please call the Disability Support Resources office at (616) 331-2490.
MSU's Project Venture- learn more and apply now!
Project Venture offers the chance to “try on”
university life through an interactive experience at MSU:
university life through an interactive experience at MSU:
At Project Venture you will:
- Talk directly with current MSU students with disabilities who have “been there” and understand the journey
- Consult with university disability specialists to gain skills for college
- Experience the latest assistive technology through breakout sessions
- Attend a college class, stay overnight, and connect with other high school students with disabilities
- Become aware of self-advocacy skills and resources for a successful transition to higher education
Explore the possibilities, design your future, & commit to success: It’s in your hands!
Please take note that the program fills quickly. The application system will close after 50 applications have been submitted. 20 participants will be accepted based on the quality of the submissions.Getting My Own Address- FINAL overview presentation 10/23
Community Housing Network recently made the difficult decision that they can no longer provide the GMOA resources as they have over the last several years. CHN will be offering a final GMOA Overview presentation on Monday, October 23 at their Troy office from 6:30-8:30 p.m. After October 31, the GMOA guide will remain available as a resource for purchase through their website. GMOA archived newsletters, related articles and resources will also remain available.
Great Support Programs/Tutoring for Students with ADHD!
Brenda Mann is an advocate that specializes in working with students with ADHD. She is a wealth of information and a great resource at preparing students for realistic goals and expectations. Check out her flyers for information about the module programs that she offers:
New MDE Website Focused on Special Education for Families: FAMILY MATTERS
Family Matters is a new website from the MDE that provides parents & families with information about special education and other resources. Their fact sheets explain special education laws/practices, and their documents are easy to read and give links to more in-depth resources. Stay up-to-date with the news from the Office of Special Education that matters to parents/guardians, and find links to other agencies & organizations that work with families & schools to support students with disabilities... and sign-up to receive notification when new information is available.
YMCA Birmingham now has programming for individuals with special needs!
For more information, visit the YMCA's website:
Personal Financial Assistant Services
A note from Anne Rosen:
I am pleased to share with you that I recently started a new business called The Book’s Keeper, LLC. I provide services as Personal Financial Assistant to help individuals with their daily money management.
I created this business because I saw a need to protect and assist elder adults and those who have special needs from financial mistakes, scams and other banking chaos that can result as one ages or does not understand how to manage money. Unfortunately I have seen many situations where accomplished business professionals who once managed money successfully have made serious mistakes. For example checks are bounced for the first time ever, huge penalties must be paid for not making a required minimum distribution on time and homeowners insurance is cancelled because of a missed due date. These are just some of the things I can help my clients avoid.
In addition, from years of experience with my daughter, I can help adults with special needs manage their money, make sure balances never go over the allotted amount and handle all the paperwork that goes along with receiving governmental benefits.
Others who would benefit from my services include recent widows, those who are faced with a serious illness, those who have out of town family as caretakers and even two income professionals who would prefer to hire it out so they can concentrate on family and travel. Sometimes the need for help is temporary, sometimes it is long term. I give my client’s piece of mind by working together on their terms to make sure nothing is getting overlooked.
I have been doing this type of work for many years and have previously handled the billing and payables for legal and medical professionals. For the past three years, I have been providing this service for a Bloomfield Hills family and as a result decided to launch this business formally.
My services are individualized depending on the client’s needs. I can help with as much or as little as they are comfortable with. I offer a free consultation usually lasting 1 hour. I can supply references if needed. If you know of anyone who can use my services, I’d really appreciate it if you would pass along my name and the enclosed flyer.
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Thank you for your time.
Best,
Anne Rosen
Project Venture at MSU!
- Talk directly with current MSU students with disabilities who have “been there” and understand the journey
- Consult with university disability specialists to learn skills for college
- Experience firsthand the latest assistive technology through breakout sessions during the program
- Be ready to attend a college class, stay overnight, and build connections with other high school students with disabilities
- Become aware of self-advocacy skills and resources for a successful transition
- Develop a long-range goal that includes a vision of higher education in your future!
Explore the possibilities, design your future, and commit to success- it’s in your hands!
Please take note that the program fills quickly and the application system will close after the first 50 applications are received. We accept 20 participants based on the quality of the applications submitted. Applicants will be notified of their acceptance by May 1.
Who can apply?
College-bound high school students who will receive a high school diploma with a disability between the ages of 16-18. We accept students with a range of disabilities (autism spectrum disorders, blindness/visual impairment, brain injury, chronic health, deaf/hard of hearing, learning disabilities and attention deficit, mobility, mental health)
When is Project Venture?
June 21-23, 2017. Programming will begin Wednesday evening and run through Friday afternoon.
Where do I stay? What do I eat?
Participants will stay overnight in an accessible residence hall with another student in the Project Venture program (of the same gender). All meals (Thursday breakfast through Friday lunch) are included in the cost of the program. If you have food-related concerns, we will work with you along with our dining staff to meet your needs as best as we can.
What do I do if I need accommodations?
Through the application and registration process, students will be able to fully explain accommodations necessary for full participation in the program. We are committed to making this a meaningful experience for all involved and will work actively with you to meet your accommodation needs.
What is the cost of Project Venture?
$120.00. If this program cost presents financial hardship or prohibits your participation, please contact us for individual funding consideration.
Who do I contact with questions?
If you have any questions prior to or during the program please email the Project Venture Team or call the RCPD front office. Project Venture staff will be on hand through the duration of the program, and will provide daytime and overnight supervision at all times.
Check out Camp Zip!
A link to Camp Zip can also be found on our Leisure/Recreation tab at the top of the blog
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