2005 Legislative Session: Another Budget Deficit
The state budget deficit for the next biennium worsened with the announcement that the November Revenue Forecast shows a shortfall […]
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Monthly Archives: January 2005
It Is All About Attitude
When my friends talked of their outdoor adventures, I listened with envy. I imagined what it must be like to […]
Editor’s Column – January 2005
We want your thoughts and new plans for 2005. One thing we would really like is to have a better […]
What If We Eliminate the Word “Rehabilitation” from Our Work?
People with disabilities don’t need to be “fixed” — they need opportunities and access to customized supports. I am about […]
New Innovative Service Fight Employment Barriers
Rise, Inc., along with funding support from AmeriCorps, has launched an innovative service assisting participants experiencing disabilities overcome employment barriers. […]
To John, My Friend
I never think about you anymore, but I was going through some old boxes and found a card you’d sent […]
Welcome to Holland!
I am often asked to describe the experience of raising a child with a disability – to try to help […]
An Exclusive Club
I could be your neighbor, your co-worker, or your friend. I could live down the street, or across town. I […]
The Three Types of Power
Most of us forget that there are many types of power. We only think of the harmful power: getting what […]
What Is Epilepsy?
Epilepsy is a disorder of the brain (central nervous system) resulting in seizures. One seizure is not considered epilepsy. Epilepsy […]
Opportunity Partners expand 2005 Career Camp
When you think of summer camp, you usually picture exploring nature and writing letters home – not exploring careers and […]
Courage Center Partners with Minneapolis Public Schools for Adapted Physical Education
Lloyd Thompson had never used an ice sled before but that didn’t make any difference to the Webster Elementary student. […]
Medtronic Continues Support of the Business Leadership Network
Medtronic, Inc., headquartered in Minneapolis, had a successful 2004 partnering with the local Business Leadership Network (BLN). The US Business […]
