MARCH 2019 ISSUE SPONSOR: MRCI
By Lisa Cownie, MRCI Taking center stage in their own success story may not have been the initial goal; however, […]
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Monthly Archives: March 2019
2019 Disability Day at the Capitol was a time to discuss diverse needs
Calls for inclusion and independence rang out as hundreds of self-advocates and their allies gathered February 19 for Disability Day […]
Person-centered communities eyed as needed option
Live-work, person-centered communities that would provide housing, employment and other positive life experiences for people with disabilities are being championed […]
Access Press needs to hear from you
As Access Press staff, board members, readers and advertisers continue to look toward the newspaper’s future, next steps in our […]
EDITOR’S COLUMN – March 2019
What a dreadful month of weather; I don’t remember ever getting this much snow in one winter in all my […]
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Data in inclusion report paints false picture of progress
To the editor: We appreciate the motivation behind “The Case for Inclusion Report,” to improve the lives of people with […]
FROM OUR COMMUNITY: Progress comes slowly but is seen in our quest to be recognized
By Michael L. Sack Editor’s Note: Any questions, concerns or comment for DHS can get a response in future Access […]
FROM THE COMMUNITY: Carrie Ann Lucas pioneered parental rights law
By Deb Taylor Editor’s note: Carrie Ann Lucas was a pioneering disability rights activist and attorney from Colorado. Her work […]
HISTORY NOTE: Pictures give a look back at our state’s disability community past
Looking at old photos is an enjoyable pastime. It also provides insight into how life was in the past. Minnesotans […]
March 2019 Edition
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IN MEMORIAM – March 2019
Wingen a tireless advocate Kathleen “Kathy” Wingen was a tireless advocate who worked on issues including a dial-a-ride program and […]
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Kudos to Gov. Walz, his administration for transit commitment
To the editor: Kudos to the Walz administration for its commitment to transit and transportation funding. As someone who relies […]
Regional News in Review – March 2019
Employees with disabilities eye lost jobs in St. Cloud area When appliance manufacturer Electrolux closes its St. Cloud plant by […]
PEOPLE & PLACES – March 2019
Mower County group changes name, drops state affiliation The Arc Mower County is now LIFE Mower County, an acronym for […]
Nursing homes to share in funding for needed quality of life improvements statewide
New efforts to improve the quality of life and care for residents of nursing homes will receive $6.5 million over […]
