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May's Charity of the Month: On My Own of Michigan

 

On My Own of Michigan

For more than two decades now, On My Own of Michigan, a nonprofit organization based in Troy, Michigan, has helped young adults with mild developmental disabilities become social, independent and contributing members of their community.

Founded in 1997 by a group of parents who were desperate to secure a vibrant future for their adult children, On My Own of Michigan provides housing, social activities and life skills training to help clients live productive, fulfilling and independent lives.

The MDRT Foundation awarded a USD 5,000 grant that will support On My Own’s annual health, physical fitness and educational classes. This grant was sponsored by Donnel M. Dickerson, CLU, a 27-year MDRT member from Bloomfield Hills, Michigan.

The goal of these classes is to provide the clients with the necessary tools and physical activities to ensure a healthy lifestyle. Each class is tailored to increase knowledge of weight loss, better nutrition, increased social activities, team play and an improved sense of self-worth.