About US
Since our founding in 1985, MAP has been committed to helping Veterans and people with
disabilities build stronger, more independent lives.
For 40 years, we've partnered with communities providing services that truly make a difference - from housing assistance and employment support to innovative, person-centered programs tailored to each individual’s needs.
What began as a small mission has grown into a trusted regional resource, empowering thousands
through dignity, opportunity, and lasting change.
As we celebrate four decades of impact, our commitment to helping people thrive is stronger than ever.
Affordable Housing You Can Count On
MAP owns and operates 38 units of affordable housing across six sites in Washtenaw County, with services proudly extending to the communities of Washtenaw, Jackson, Wayne, Livingston, and Oakland counties.
Together, We Are Making a Difference
Every service, check-in, and act of support brings us closer to a stronger,
and more self-sufficient community.
If you or someone you know could benefit from any of one of our programs,
please reach out to us.
WE ARE HERE TO HELP - EVERY STEP OF THE WAY.
”What a privilege it has been to serve thousands of people over the last four decades, doing work that truly makes a difference in their lives.
MAP gives veterans and others with disabilities hope for a better future!”
Jan Little,
CEO Michigan Ability Partners
our core values
Our core values direct our plans and actions, the most important of which is that we should treat other people as we would like to be treated if we were in their position.
Therefore, MAP believes:
Our participants each have their own unique goals, strengths, and needs
Our role is to support and guide each participant along their path towards
increased independence and stability.
Our work must serve our community
Although we primarily serve our program participants, we know that to be successful means to share
resources, exchange knowledge of what works, align our goals with community goals and work together.
Our employees and volunteers are
our most important asset
The connections built between our participants and staff are essential to the work we do.
Therefore, we must support them, train them and guide them, and provide them with a work
environment and compensation that makes their effort rewarding and sustainable.
We must always be faithful stewards of the resources we receive from grants,
donations, and fees for service
We are faithful stewards of every grant, donation, and service fee. Transparency,
accountability, and impact guide how we manage the resources entrusted to us.
diversity, equity & inclusion
Every Voice is Valued
We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for our clients, staff, and board members.
diversity is not just a commitment but a strength that fuels our success
By centering the voices of those with lived experience, we create services that are more responsive, more compassionate, and more effective.
Voices of those with Lived Experience guide
map's work
We believe they offer the most inclusive services created to meet the housing, supportive service, and financial needs of our clients and our community.