Public Policy Webinar Series

 


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The Arc Michigan’s Public Policy Webinar Series will return in June of 2027!

 

 

2026 Webinar Recordings & Resources

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our 2026 Disability Policy Webinar Series!

 

Our sessions covered important state and federal disability policy updates, Medicaid, advocacy efforts, and other topics affecting individuals with disabilities in Michigan.

 

Missed a session or want to revisit a topic? Explore the recordings, presentations, and handouts below.

June 5, 2026

9:30am-10:45am Nick Gable, Director of Litigation, Disability Rights Michigan

Waskul Settlement Updates

10:45am-12:00pm Jan Lampman, Advocate, Owner of Community Drive

Information on notice and filing a Medicaid appeal in Community Mental Health System.

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June 12, 2026

9:30-10:45am Lyndia Deromedi, Manager of Federal Compliance Section, Division of Adult Home and Community Based Services, Bureau of Specialty Behavioral Health Services, Health Services, MDHHS

Updates on HCBS services and other topics in the department.

10:45am-12:00pm Jan Lampman, Advocate, Owner of Community Drive

Medicaid Manual Tutorial- walking attendees through key sections of Michigan’s Medicaid Manual and explaining how it relates to disability services, supports, and eligibility.

 

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June 26, 2025

9:30-10:30am Emily Henderson, Government Affairs Consultant, McCall Hamilton Advocacy & Public Affairs

The latest on public policy and legislative activity at the Capitol, plus some advocacy tips and strategies on reaching out to the legislature.

10:45am-12:00pm Kim Musheno, Senior Director, Medicaid Policy, The Arc of the United States

The latest federal information on Medicaid, SNAP and education.

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