Never too soon -Start planning now for summer fun
For most families the search for a good children’s summer camp program, sports teams or activity program starts when snow […]
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Monthly Archives: March 2013
Ruling outlines medical suppliers’ burden
Could changes at the federal level cause harm to people with disabilities who need specialty medical equipment? That is the […]
State operated services criticized in auditor’s report
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) needs to find new ways to manage state-operated facilities and services for persons […]
Editor’s Column – March 2013
This legislative session has been a different experience for me. Usually, I am much more involved in tracking what is […]
U.S. Dept of Labor marks centennial this year
March 4, 1913, marked a milestone event in the history of the American workforce. On that day 100 years ago, […]
Health care workers seek right to unionize
The effort to allow home care workers the right to form a union continues at the 2013 Minnesota Legislature. Hearings […]
Repeal of 2011 cuts sought – Dwindling state deficit is cause for cautious optimism
A lower-than-anticipatedstate deficit is good news for Minnesota leaders and for Minnesotans with disabilities who are working on issues at […]
Guest Commentary – If you are what you eat, why does it hurt so much?
Oh, my stomach hurts! I just had my first pizza in several months. Even though it tasted great, several hours […]
DHS REFORM 2020 UPDATES – Reform 2020 envisions more choice, independence for people with disabilities
Joe is able to transfer from his bed to his wheelchair with limited assistance from his support staff. While it […]
People and Places – March 2013
Opportunity Partners celebrates its many partners with awards Four businesses were honored with recognition awards at “Celebrate Opportunity—An Executive Networking […]
Regional News In Review – March 2013
Pedestrians get more time People don’t walk quite as fast as once thought, so within the next two years, most […]
Accessible Events – March & April 2013
Welcome to the Access Press Accessible Fun listings! Readers looking for additional opportunities to enjoy the arts have these options: […]
Radio Talking Book – March 2013
Comment on a format change Radio Talking Book is asking listeners to weigh in ona format change. The information about […]
Disability requires creativity, adaptation, use of found items
Use a wide range of tools, devices to help children learn Assistive technology and accommodations for autism are not expensive […]
Many ways available to adapt toys/games
Professionals at Courage Center have discovered many ways to adapt toys and play for children with disabilities. Adaptations can allow […]
