The message of “My rights, my choice, my life” resonated with service providers, self-advocates and the staff who give needed care and assistance. Those at the rally cheered when asked…
Day: April 10, 2019
Provider tax sunset date approaching
Don’t let the sun set on Minnesota’s health care provider tax. A Preserve the Provider Tax rally March 21 at the capitol drew dozens of advocates determined to save the…
Building a system is mental health focus
In 2017, 783 Minnesotans died by suicide. Reversing that trend is one of many goals for Minnesota mental health advocates this legislative session. But it will take building a mental…
HISTORY NOTE: Candles provided employment, homage to a legacy
A recently unveiled history project reminds us that great tragedies can bring about small and unexpected ways to honor a legacy and help others. President John F. Kennedy’s great concern…
Editor's Column - April 2019
It’s finally starting to warm up and it feels good. Although the snow is beautiful for the first couple of months, I think we’re all fine with seeing it disappear…