Wanted: a fun loving, person-centered, caring and compassionate individual to make a difference. DSPs ensure people with disabilities have the necessary supports to enable them to live, work and enjoy life as independently as possible in their community.
Can a new commissioner right the ship at the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS)? That is the question many are raising as the state agency deals with turmoil including resignations and firings…
Minneapolis has become the nation’s first major city to ban new drive-through facilities. While the measure is hailed by those want a more walkable and bikeable city, it is viewed warily by many people with disabilities and their advocates.
The state fair is over and the weather’s getting cooler. I didn’t make it to the fair this year. If you did, I hope you had a great time; the great Minnesota get-together is always a good time to buy things you don’t need, to eat food that’s not good for you, to people-watch and possibly meet some of the state’s politicians.
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September is back to school time for many in Minnesota. Families take pictures of children on that all-important first day […]
Religion and Disability: The best is yet to come By John Schatzlein (2000) As we prepare to celebrate the many […]
Jerde is new leader for States Services for the Blind Natasha Jerde is the new director for Minnesota State Services […]
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That’s a wrap for VSA MinnesotaVSA Minnesota is moving ahead toward its Sept. 27 shutdown. Before then, celebrate with Minnesota’s […]
Federal court denies state’s motion to end oversight By Jane McClureFederal court oversight of the Minnesota Department of Human Services […]
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