Fun for all ADA anniversary celebration time for rejoicing, reflection
Passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 25 years ago brought many positive changes to the lives of people with disabilities. Curb curbs, […]
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Monthly Archives: August 2015
Law center investigation Restraints, seclusion used too often
The Minnesota Security Hospital in St. Peter is using seclusion and restraint in violation of its own policies and license conditions. […]
Someone you know deserves this award
Deserving disability community members are sought as nominees for the 2015 Access Press Charlie Smith Award. The award deadline is fast approaching on Friday, August 21. […]
Editor’s Column – August 2014
No need to talk about the weather this month: it’s been pretty perfect. Besides, there’s just too much else going on. There […]
History Note – August 2015: Parent movement helped set the stage for changes
The parent movement helped set the stage for the larger disability rights movement which led to passage of the Americans with Disabilities […]
Regional News in Review – August 2015
Regions tries motorized exoskeleton Patients at Regions Hospital in St. Paul have been trying out a new motorized exoskeleton that lets […]
August 27 through September 7: More accommodations at Minnesota State Fair
People with disabilities spoke and the Minnesota State Fair staff listened. The result is more accessible parking spaces, respite space and additional accommodations. Changes have […]
People and Places – August 2015
Commission appointees announced Gov. Mark Dayton has announced the following appointments to several boards and commissions, including the Commission of Deaf, Deaf-Blind […]
Accessible Events – August 2015
Jacobson Award nominees sought Nominate an entrepreneur Courage Kenny Foundation is seeking worthy applicants for the 2015 Judd Jacobson Memorial Award. Established in 1992, the […]
Sponsorships, donations bring visibility
Being a sponsor for the Access Press Charlie Smith Award Banquet is one great way for a business or nonprofit group to […]
Radio Talking Book – August 2015
Do you need something special recorded? If there are special materials that you would like to have recorded – a […]
Where’s the outrage when colleges discriminate against students with disabilities?
Today, many colleges pride themselves on being accommodating to all students — but in fact, far from aiding the cause of Americans […]
August 2015 issue
Here’s the newest issue for Access Press! Please note you may need to create a log in to read and/or […]
