March 2023

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Advocates make a strong return for 2023 legislative rally days

And we’re back! Minnesotans with disabilities and their allies have enjoyed a return to the halls of state government during the […]
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Minnesota champions of disability rights remembered

Minnesotans with disabilities and their allies mourn the loss of two champions in the halls of government. David Durenberger played a […]
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Self-directed services are key to self-advocacy

To Kayte Barton, self-advocacy “means being able to speak up for what I need.” One way that she advocates for […]

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Minnesota champions of disability rights remembered

Minnesotans with disabilities and their allies mourn the loss of two champions in the halls of government. David Durenberger played a […]

Celebrating 70 years of innovation at Minnesota’s own MRCI 

MRCI is a nonprofit organization headquartered in Mankato. Our mission is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for people with disabilities […]

Prescription drugs scrutinized

More than three million Minnesotans – seven out of 10 adults in the state – used one or more prescription […]

Ex-staffer accused of assault

A woman with developmental and mental disabilities was sexually assaulted last year by a male staff member of an assisted-living […]

Transportation changes eyed

Communities around Minnesota are eyeing transportation changes, including changes focused on accessibility.  Ramsey County is developing a long-range plan that […]

Staffing pay, driving bills continue through the legislative process

Bills centered on personal care attendant (PCA) pay and duties remain at the forefront at the state capitol. With the Minnesota […]

Public Affairs

Advocates make a strong return for 2023 legislative rally days

And we’re back! Minnesotans with disabilities and their allies have enjoyed a return to the halls of state government during the […]

Day on hill for mental health is set

Minnesota’s mental health needs will take center stage at Mental Health Day on the Hill Thursday, March 9. Led by National […]

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Self-directed services are key to self-advocacy

To Kayte Barton, self-advocacy “means being able to speak up for what I need.” One way that she advocates for […]

Efforts to help counter educational cuts led to today’s AccessAbility

AccessAbility. Inc. is marking 75 years’ service to Minnesotans with disabilities. The Minneapolis-based nonprofit was to celebrate with a gala in […]

Kramer leads Vision Loss Resources

Matt Kramer is the new president and CEO of Vision Loss Resources. The veteran Twin Cities executive and government official […]

Teasley takes PACER helm

Tonia Teasley is the new PACER Center executive director. She will join the disability service organization in March.  Teasley succeeds […]

New board members named

Three new board members have been named to the Metropolitan Center for Independent Living (MCIL). The new members join the […]

Radio Talking Book – March 2023

Weigh in with ideas  If listeners to Minnesota Radio Talking Book have ideas or feedback about books or programs broadcast, […]

Commentary

Support for more accessible housing options is badly needed

Living in one’s home community, and having good housing choices, is part of the promise of the Americans with Disabilities Act […]

‘Freedom to Choose’ is eyed for logical delivery of healthcare

by Diane J Peterson  Equality in access to health care should be a right. But access is wrongly affected by […]

Just ask her: Minnesotans with disabilities are literally getting nowhere

by Joan Willshire  I had a car accident around 5:30 one January evening close to my home in the North […]

We have a surplus. When will we see change?

To the editor:  We have a Minnesota DFL Senate. We have a Minnesota DFL House. We have DFL Gov. Tim […]

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City of St. Paul’s Mayor’s Advisory Council for People with Disabilities

The city of St. Paul’s Mayor’s Advisory Committee for People with Disabilities (MACPD) advises and makes recommendations to the Mayor and City Council regarding problems, issues, and opportunities
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Phoenix Alternatives, Inc. (PAI)

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ProAct Inc.

ProAct, Inc. is an organization dedicated to serving people with disabilities and other challenges with a wide range of services that enhance employment skills and self-sufficiency capabilities.

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