Our Programs
Programs for Individuals with Disabilities
Programs for Seniors
Commitment to Community
For over 40 years, the Center for Disability Services and Adult Wellness Programs have been providing programs and services for people with disabilities and elders in our community. Today, the center is a multi-service agency that helps over 250 individuals annually in Kalamazoo County. The center operates as a community service under the College of Health and Human Services and provides WMU students with an opportunity for innovative learning and discovery in the field of disabilities/the aging population through internships, field experiences, volunteering and employment.
Events
Caregiver Day 2024
In partnership with the Kalamazoo County Health and Community Services Department and Portage Zhang Senior Center, there will be a caregiver day in September. The goal is to provide caregivers with the opportunity to unwind and recharge while their loves ones attend WMU Senior Day Services.
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News
Kalamazoo County Senior Millage up for renewal
Senior Day Services May Newsletter
CDS consumers selling "Wild Wheels" at upcoming Art Hop
Senior Day Services granted funds for new outdoor space
2022-23 Annual Report and Performance Report
Participants volunteer at Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes
Speech students work with Senior Day Services guests
Western students break down barriers through music with United Sound
Our Commitment to Diversity
The Western Michigan University College of Health and Human Services is committed to the idea of a diverse college as an important educational value. The College fosters an environment which reflects and celebrates diversity, encourages inclusion, embraces healthy interdependence and pledges a learning community free of discrimination and harassment.
The Center for Disability Services and Adult Wellness Programs, as a member of the College of Health and Human Services at Western Michigan University, shares a commitment to enhance and maintain cultural competency and diversity in our programs, the community and university settings.
Apply today
The Center for Disability Services is hiring students and community members to work as Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with disabilities and the aging population. If you are a student studying in a health-related field, employment at the Center for Disability Services and WMU Adult Wellness Programs could count as valuable contact hours in certain disciplines. Starting pay is $16.10 per hour.
