Springhill Pooled Accounts Trust

In just two days, our community will have access to something that does not happen every day… free legal guidance, real support, and trusted resources, all under one roof.

Attorneys ready to answer your questions. Community partners offering support. Health services, essential resources, and help you can actually use.

No cost. No barriers. Just people showing up to help.

Join Disability Law Group for their 8th Annual Free Legal Aid and Resource Fair:

Friday, May 15, 2026
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Troy Community Center

Register today: https://8thflarf.eventbrite.com

Free Legal Aid and Resource Fair 2026 | Hosted by Disability Law Group Providing valuable community resources and free legal aid to individuals with disabilities, veterans & anyone who may need support.

Mental Health Awareness Month reminds us that mental health is just as important as physical health.

For many individuals with disabilities, mental health challenges can be compounded by isolation, financial stress, housing instability, grief, trauma, and navigating complex systems. No one should have to face those challenges alone.

At Springhill Pooled Trust, we believe every person deserves dignity, compassion, stability, and support. While we help beneficiaries manage funds within SSI and Medicaid guidelines, our mission goes far beyond financial administration. We strive to help individuals improve their quality of life, maintain independence, and feel supported through life’s challenges.

This month, we encourage everyone to:
• Check in on loved ones and neighbors
• Lead with kindness and patience
• Reduce stigma surrounding mental health
• Reach out for support when needed
• Remember that asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness

To our beneficiaries, families, referral partners, and community supporters: thank you for helping create a more compassionate and inclusive community for people with disabilities and mental health needs.

You matter. Your story matters. And support matters. 💚

May is Elder Law Month — a time to focus on protecting the rights, dignity, and financial well-being of older adults and individuals with disabilities.

Planning ahead matters. Understanding long-term care options, preserving eligibility for public benefits, or ensuring your wishes are honored, having the right legal tools in place can make all the difference.

At Springhill, we’re committed to helping individuals and families navigate complex decisions with clarity and compassion — including the use of special needs pooled trusts to support quality of life while maintaining essential benefits.

If you or a loved one could benefit from guidance, now is a great time to start the conversation.

We’re excited to be part of the upcoming ConnectAbility Special Needs Resource Fair at RARA Recreation Center on Saturday, April 11th from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

This is a wonderful opportunity for individuals with disabilities, families, and caregivers to connect with local organizations, discover valuable resources, and learn about services designed to support independence and quality of life.

Stop by our table to learn how the Springhill Pooled Trust helps manage funds and make distributions in a way that supports your goals while navigating SSI/Medicaid guidelines. We look forward to meeting you, answering your questions, and being part of your journey.

Springhill Pooled Trust is proud to be partnering with @ Community Housing Network, Inc.!

CHN was awarded a generous grant from Springhill Housing Corporation for our Critical Needs Fund.

This grant will go a long way in supporting people with disabilities. These funds enable CHN to provide basic needs and goods and services including furniture, household items, and cover moving costs for households in need. This helps people with disabilities facing a housing crisis move into housing and make their new housing feel like home. Together, we are making a positive impact in the lives of many. 🏠

Springhill Pooled Accounts Trust

Join Us for the 4th Annual Special Needs Resource Fair 💙

We’re excited to invite you to the 4th Annual Special Needs Resource Fair hosted by The Family Center!

📅 Tuesday, February 24
🕓 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 The War Memorial
32 Lake Shore Dr., Grosse Pointe Farms

This free event is open to everyone and will feature 50+ vendors offering valuable educational, recreational, occupational, mental health, legal, and government resources for individuals of all ages.
Designed especially for parents and caregivers of neurodiverse children, this event provides opportunities to connect, learn, and explore supportive services in one convenient location. Families and strollers are welcome, and a quiet room with self-directed activities will be available.
Whether you're seeking resources, building community, or planning for the future, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

For more information:
🌐 FamilyCenterHelps.org
📞 313-447-1374

We look forward to seeing you there!

CALL TO SOLIDARITY | Oakland County

Join Oakland Community Health Network's Call to Solidarity Meeting, a community conversation focused on real solutions for the behavioral health needs of Oakland County residents.

Individuals and organizations will experience:
🔹 Engaging panel discussions with experts from transportation, food access, behavioral health, physical health, and housing
🔹 Networking opportunities to build partnerships and share ideas
🔹 The State of Behavioral Health in Michigan discussion led by Alan Bolter, Community Mental Health Association of Michigan (CMHAM)

📅 When: February 9, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Where: Oakland Community Health Network
5505 Corporate Drive, Troy, MI 48098

Register today!

🏠 Kelly Court – Affordable Housing Referrals Now Open

Kelly Court is a modular development bringing eight new rental apartments to Eastpointe, Michigan. The community includes five one-bedroom units and three two-bedroom units, with one fully accessible unit.

📍 Located on the northeast corner of Kelly Road and Toepfer Drive, Kelly Court sits in the southeast portion of Eastpointe and offers convenient access to nearby amenities along 8 and 9 Mile Roads and Gratiot Avenue.

📩 Referrals and inquiries: Please submit a Kelly Court Pre-Screening Application included in the following link:
https://communityhousingnetwork.org/communities/kelly-court/

Kelly Court Helping Families and Individuals Establish Stable Homes

🎁 Giving Thoughtfully This Holiday Season 🎁

When a loved one with a disability receives needs-based benefits like SSI or Medicaid, some gifts — especially cash — can unintentionally put those benefits at risk.

Why it matters:
Cash, large checks, or high-value assets may count as income or resources and affect eligibility. Rules vary by state, so it’s important to give carefully.

Safer ways to give:
✔️ Contribute to a Third-Party Special Needs Trust
✔️ Use an ABLE account (one per person; annual contribution limits apply)
✔️ Pay directly for experiences or services like tickets, lessons, or memberships

Great gift ideas that are usually safe:
🎨 Books, games, art supplies
📱 Electronics or adaptive technology
🧸 Sensory-friendly or comfort items
♿ Accessibility-focused tools that support independence

Community Housing Network (CHN) is proud to administer the IDD Housing Access Pilot Program (IHAPP) — a statewide initiative funded by the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) through Housing Community Development Funds (HCDF).

IHAPP’s mission is to expand access to affordable, inclusive, and community-integrated housing by supporting new construction, rehabilitation, and acquisition of units — both in mixed-income rental developments and through homeownership pathways.
Across Michigan, thousands of individuals with IDD face housing barriers due to limited income, a shortage of accessible homes, and reliance on aging caregivers. IHAPP is investing in accessibility, integration, and meaningful choice to create real housing solutions.

💙 Everyone deserves the opportunity to live safely, independently, and fully included in their community.

Click here to access the RFP and application materials: https://communityhousingnetwork.org/idd-housing-access.../

IDD Housing Access Pilot Program Helping Families and Individuals Establish Stable Homes