Michigan Rehabilitation Association
Join Michigan Rehabilitation Association today! By joining the National Rehabilitation Association, members are afforded automatic membership to Michigan Rehabilitation Association at no additional cost! Check your membership status, or join today by visiting:
National Rehabilitation Association
About us
Michigan Rehabilitation Association is an interdisciplinary professional, consumer-oriented rehabilitation organization that functions in both the public and private sectors, and at the national, state, and local levels.
Mission
Promote and support professional growth and leadership to empower rehabilitation professionals to passionately serve people with disabilities through innovation, education, and advocacy.
Vision
Advocacy
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To remove barriers that prevent people with disabilities from being fully included in all areas of society.
Education and Training
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Provide excellent professional development activities within the field of rehabilitation.
Community
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Function as a networking hub for the community of rehabilitation professionals.
MRA Celebrates 75 Years in 2024!
A message from MRA President, David Klenk:
In this milestone year, Michigan Rehabilitation Association (MRA) celebrates our 75th anniversary. According to records, MRA was the country's first state chapter back in 1949. This noteworthy milestone reflects our rich history and a testament to the enduring commitment and impact MRA has had over the decades.
MRA and its members are energized by this celebratory anniversary, and we are striving toward important goals and standards for the upcoming year. We aim to enhance engagement during the Recon conference, foster stronger connections within our organization and field, and amplify our impact for disability advocacy.
In this 75th year, the organization hopes to focus on unity, purpose, and celebration of rehabilitation professionals in the great state of Michigan. We look forward to the shared accomplishments, stronger bonds within our field, and the moments of pride as we grow on our united mission.
Become A Member
To become a member of the Michigan Rehabilitation Association you must first become a member of the National Rehabilitation Association. You will then be automatically enrolled in the respective state chapter.
There are a variety of different membership options (Student, New Professional, Retiree, etc) all with their specific annual fee.
There are also optional Divisional Memberships
(National Association of Multicultural Rehabilitation Concerns, National Rehabilitation Association of Job Placement and Development, etc.)
and their respective state chapter.
Upcoming 2025 Board Meetings
Coming Soon!
Scholarship & Award Applications
Harry R. Smith Advocacy Impact Scholarship
Norma Andres Counselor of the Year Award
2024 MRA $500 Scholarship in Partnership with Superior Van & Mobility
Scholarship opportunity is being offered to a current student with a disability enrolled in a Master's Rehabilitation Counseling Program in Michigan. The winning nominee will be recognized and awarded their cash scholarship during re:con conference at Grand Traverse Resort & Spa Nov 6-8.
For additional information and nomination form contact [email protected]. Nominations are due no later than Sunday, September 15, 2024.