June 9, 2020

AIM’s Statement on Current Events

Like so many, Alternatives in Motion is heartbroken by the recent murder of George Floyd and the numerous victims that have suffered due to systematic racism, hatred, and violence. We stand with our community in condemning systemic racism, hatred, and violence toward black and brown communities. While we acknowledge that […]

June 9, 2020

Meet Our Newest Client, Scott

After noticing a homeless man who was struggling to get around in a deteriorating wheelchair, Linda and her husband Jim were urged to provide help and take care of this man out of the kindness of their hearts. The couple learned that this man, Scott, was in a wheelchair due […]

May 1, 2020

Contact-Less Mobility Drive

When Alternatives in Motion opens again, there is a long backlog of clients who will require immediate equipment repairs and new equipment. To help with this need, we have decided to host a contact-less mobility drive at our offices. The Alternatives in Motion offices are located at 2215 29th St […]

April 22, 2020

#AIMIsEssential

With recent stay at home orders, all of us have a new understanding of what it’s like to feel physically restricted and lose our sense of independence. Going to the store, meeting up with friends, and many other activities are halted. Without mobility equipment from Alternatives in Motion, these regular […]

April 12, 2020

April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month

Without the time, dedication, and support from volunteers, Alternatives in Motion could not continue to advance its’ mission and provide services to a multitude of clients in West Michigan. While April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month, we appreciate our volunteers every day. Throughout 2019, over 1,800 hours of volunteer services […]

April 5, 2020

Get to Know the AIM Team

While we are all practicing social distancing, it’s okay to lean on Netflix and other streaming services for entertainment! Get to know a few members of the Alternatives in Motion team and check out their streaming suggestions, as well as a local business they have supported. Coleen Davis: Executive Director […]

April 3, 2020

Alternatives in Motion Turns 27

Alternatives in Motion has been serving the disability community in West Michigan for 27 years! With each new year, our efforts to provide mobility equipment to those in need continues to grow. We know that these are unprecedented times and many of us feel weighed down by negativity. To battle […]

February 13, 2020

From the Board President: 2019 Reflections

As I look back on 2019, it strikes me how much Alternatives in Motion has grown and diversified as an organization. Thanks to an active board, an energetic Executive Director, generous partner businesses and selfless volunteers, we were able to assist more clients. We have planted the seeds in our […]

February 8, 2020

Behind the 2020 Wheel Run 5K

For the 24th annual year, Grand Valley State University’s Department of Physical Therapy is hosting the Wheel Run 5K on Saturday, April 4th. Run, walk, or handcycle your way through GVSU’s beautiful Allendale Campus. 100% of the proceeds from this event support Alternatives in Motion’s mission to provide mobility equipment to […]

February 5, 2020

Meet AIM’s Program Coordinator

We sat down with Alternatives in Motion’s new Program Coordinator, Kelsey, and got to know her a little better: Tell us a little bit more about yourself! I am originally from a little town in Northeast MI, called Alpena. I moved down to Grand Rapids for school and ended up […]