Families call for state intervention, parental fees ‘out of control’
High fees are keeping too many Minnesota families out of the Medical Assistance/ Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA) […]
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Monthly Archives: February 2017
Longtime community leader Bjerkesett gave many a place to call home
Countless people with disabilities have enjoyed accessible housing, thanks to Michael Bjerkesett. Bjerkesett’s death January 18 sent shock waves through […]
Care crisis plays out at capitol
Minnesota’s home care crisis continues to play out at the capitol. More pay and benefits for home care workers are […]
Editor’s Column – February 2017
Since the Minnesota legislative session started, there have been hundreds of new bills introduced, including two that are of interest […]
Providing digital access – Accessible360 helps make websites, apps accessible
Since 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has ensured equal opportunity for Americans who live with physical and mental […]
Radio Talking Book – February 2017
Aging Eyes Initiative Seniors faced with vision loss are often riddled with anxiety and stress. A few years ago, SSB […]
History Note – Many women played key roles in the passage of the ADA
In 1987, Congress declared March as National Women’s History Month. A special presidential proclamation is issued every year to honor […]
In Memoriam – February 2017
Moran was a skilled interpreter Deaf and hard-of-hearing Minnesotans remember Kathy Moran for her work as an advocate as well […]
Excessive regulations compound the state’s care crisis
Minnesota’s providers of home and community based services for people with disabilities face a serious workforce crisis. The Star Tribune […]
People and Places – February 2017
Six Twin Cities arts groups receive arts access grants Six Twin Cities arts organizations have been awarded ADA Access Improvement […]
People shouldn’t have to live in poverty to get help they need
On February 1 I testified on behalf of Minnesota Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities (MNCCD) before the Senate Committee on […]
Medicaid a worry – Disability groups rallying for spend-down, among other issues
As the 2017 Minnesota Legislature chugs toward the first bill deadline March 10, Minnesotans with disabilities are working to make […]
This oldster urges others to stay involved in legislative issues
“We are the oldsters,” my friend said the other night. It’s no wonder I don’t always read Access Press the […]
Regional News in Review – February 2017
Human rights offices are proposed Gov. Mark Dayton’s two-year budget plan seeks an additional $2.3 million to add human rights […]
Polar Plungers start time of chills, thrills
Polar Plungers teamed up with the St. Paul Winter Carnival Vulcan Crewe, law enforcement and Special Olympics Minnesota during the […]
Accessible Events and Opportunities – February 2017
More events information: VSA Minnesota is here. The website has a large calendar at in the upper right hand corner […]
Feb. 2017 issue
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