Adult Literacy Services A one page document listing GED and reading skills programs for adults in Battle Creek. It can be downloaded and printed for distribution. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 Complete text of the rights of individuals with disabilities in the United States. Free Online Mental Health Screening A great resource for mental health awareness and information. Guardian Finance & Advocacy Services Guardian Finance and Advocacy Services is a nonprofit organization that serves people in Calhoun and Kalamazoo Counties who need assistance managing their personal and financial needs. Health & Wellness Information Links to health and wellness related websites. Healthy Living from the USDA Internet resources sponsored by the USDA regarding healthy living. Helpguide Helpguide provides over 170 non-commercial articles: Mental Health, Healthy Lifestyles Families & Relationships, Seniors & Aging. Our mission is to empower you and your family to understand, prevent & resolve health challenges. National Coalition for Promoting Physical Activity The mission of the National Coalition for Promoting Physical Activity is to unite the strengths of public, private and industry efforts into a collaborative partnership to inspire and empower all Americans to lead physically active lifestyles to enhance their health and quality of life. Recipe Finder at USDA A great resource provided by the federal government! A database of healthy, economical recipes that includes nutritional information and cost per meal, with an option to create a shopping list with meal ingredients. Recipient Rights Office The Office of Recipient Rights protects the rights granted to recipients of health services. The mission of the State of Michigan's Recipient Rights is to protect and promote the constitutional and statutory rights of recipients of public mental health services and empower recipients to fully exercise these rights. The Small Step Program The Small Step program encourages Americans to make small activity and dietary changes to achieve a healthier lifestyle. The Department of Health and Human Services Web site provides, success stories, Small Step tips, and other resources for maintaining and losing weight. Willard Public Library Local public Library with a variety of resources: books, DVD's, Music and computers with internet access.

Binda Dyslexia Center The Binda Dyslexia Center provides tutors after school for students in grades 1-8. The Center also can make presentations to area organizations. They recommend two websites for additional information: Calhoun County Kinship Care Services Calhoun County Kinship Care Services advocates for and provides supportive services to families raising related children. If you are raising a related child you are eligible for Kinship Care Services through the Foster Adoptive Family Resource & Support Center. Child Care Resource and Referral The mission of the Michigan 4C Association is to foster children's success and development through service to the early childhood care and education community. Citizens Alliance To Uphold Special Education (CAUSE) Citizens Alliance To Uphold Special Education (CAUSE) is the Parent Training Information Center for the State of Michigan. CAUSE is a statewide non-profit coalition providing free information, referral, support, advocacy, and workshops to parents and professionals working with children with disabilities and special needs. Call (800) 221.9105 - this is a great resource with information about special education in Michigan as well as links to information about learning disabilities, legal information, and a great glossary of terms. Community Literacy Collaborative Local resources related to education and literacy. See "Programs" heading for local programs and resources for after-school literacy programs, early childhood education options, English as a second language programs, GED preparation programs, GED testing, and adult literacy program resources. KCC Early Childhood Literacy Program Provides early childhood literacy web links, resources, and learning experiences. List of Calhoun County licensed daycare centers Click on Calhoun County Michigan Department of Human Services (FIA) Source for information on receiving individual and family services, public assistance, and other assistance resources. Readers with Special Needs The International Reading Association provides links to resources related to readers with special needs. The Partnership for a Drug Free America Need Help? Get Help! Drug prevention, drug abuse, drug intervention, drug treatment and recovery. Drugfree.org provides answers, guidance, tips and stories. Wrightslaw Parents, educators, advocates, and attorneys come to Wrightslaw for accurate, reliable information about special education law, education law, and advocacy for children with disabilities.

Burnham Brook Community Center The new Burnham Brook Community Center is a fitness and social center for active adults 50 and older. Community Action Agency (CAA) Information about CAA programs such as Head Start, Early Head Start, Expectant Mothers Program, Fatherhood Program, and Early Reading First. Department of Community Health for the State of Michigan Website for the Department of Community Health for the State of Michigan- host of links and information. Disability Network of Southwest Michigan Disability Network (formerly Disability Resource Center) has been the first stop for people with disabilities and their families in Southwest Michigan since 1981. Our Battle Creek office is located inside the Burnham Brook Community Center at 200 W. Michigan Avenue, Room B, Battle Creek, MI 49017, in downtown Battle Creek. There is free and ample parking available. An elevator is available to take you to the second floor. Our phone number for the Battle Creek office is (269)288-0047 voice/relay. Please call before stopping by, as staff are often out in the community. Have a question about accessibility? Our ADA Coordinator welcomes your call! You can reach Paul Ecklund at pecklund@drccil.org or (269) 345-1516 x 62. National Association for Health & Fitness The National Association for Health & Fitness (NAHF) is a nonprofit organization that exists to improve the quality of life for individuals in the United States through the promotion of physical fitness, sports, and healthy lifestyles and by fostering and supporting State Governor's Councils on Physical Fitness and Sports in every state and U.S. territory. Summit Pointe Community Mental Health services for youth and adults in the region. The Coordinating Council of Calhoun County Working to achieve optimum health of all people in Calhoun County through Economic Self- Sufficiency; Healthy Family & Social Relationships; and Community Connectedness. Volunteer Center of Battle Creek The Volunteer Center mobilizes volunteers and connects people, information, and services to build a strong, caring community.