[nfbmi-talk] more from spil

[joe harcz Comcast]

Leemon was Just doing a boiler plate here. Note some of the organizations like the CIC for example don't even exist. Note as well there isn't a whole lot of cooperation let alone information to NFB MI in spite of these formal comments.

Joe
BSBP works collaboratively with all SILS, CILs and SILC to ensure a comprehensive IL program across Michigan. This includes comprehensive services statewide to older individuals in their homes/apartments, as well as developing individualized plans for independent living which support the needs of consumers. Some major collaborative groups include the following:

Area Agencies on Aging throughout the state
Leader Dogs for the Blind 
Local CILs
Local Doctors' and Optometrists' Offices.
Michigan Office of Services to the Aging
Nursing home and medical facilities

Michigan Association for the Education of the Rehabilitation of the Blind & Visually Impaired

Deaf/Blind Central at Central Michigan University

Consumer Involvement Council

The Blind and Visually Impaired Services Advisory Board

Opportunities Unlimited for the Blind

WKAR

Michigan Lions Clubs

Local Senior Centers

Blind Children’s Fund

Visually Handicapped Services (VHS)

BSBP Commission Advisory Board

MI Chapter of National Federation of the Blind

MI Chapter of American Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired

Community Mental Health

Department of Community Health

Low Incident Outreach/Dept. of Ed

Detroit Receiving

WDET

Guide Dogs for the Blind

Seeing Eye