MICHIGAN AGRABILITY
Through education and assistance, Michigan AgrAbility helps to eliminate (or minimize) obstacles that inhibit success in production agriculture for farmers with disabilities.
What We Do:
Michigan AgrAbility is a joint partnership between Easterseals MORC and Michigan State University Extension to provide direct services to farmers with injuries, illnesses or aging conditions so they can continue the occupation and lifestyle they love. We research and develop useful farming tools, equipment, and methods that enable farmers to work longer and feel better.
Our staff helps farm operations adjust to disabling conditions, such as, arthritis, chronic back pain, joint injuries, amputations, spinal cord injuries, hearing loss and any other condition that may limit a farmer’s ability to work. All consultations are kept confidential.
Who We Serve:
Michigan AgrAbility staff helps farmers and their families find ways to live and work with conditions, such as:
Arthritis
Chronic back pain
Stroke
Joint injuries
Amputations
Mental health disabilities
Spinal cord injuries
Hearing loss
Illness
Aging conditions
Any other conditions that limit a farmer’s ability to work
• On-site evaluation to understand the work and farm environment
• Plan a strategy to overcome the barriers limiting farm work
• Research and develop solutions for overcoming barriers
• Funding source guidance to purchase needed technology or tools
• Install equipment and train for proper use
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