Special session looms in June as state lawmakers’ work stalled
It’s on to extra innings for the 2020 Minnesota Legislature. The regular session sputtered to a halt May 18, with […]
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Monthly Archives: June 2020
More awareness of independent living is goal of new state plan
Keeping the independent living philosophy at the forefront throughout Minnesota is a focus for the Minnesota Statewide Independent Living Council […]
Commitment to inclusion is Madore’s focus
Shelley Madore brings a longtime commitment to inclusion to her role as the new director of the Minnesota Olmstead Implementation […]
Tim’s Desk – June 2020
At last. Summer is here, and doors and windows are opening up, just like stores and places of worship and […]
Lee Greenfield’s record of service still shines today
Heroes of disability rights 2020 marks 30 years’ publication for Access Press and 30 years of the Americans with Disabiolities […]
Olmstead subcabinet responds to pandemic
The latest addendum to Minnesota’s Olmstead Plan is undergoing further U.S. District Court review. After changes were submitted in March, […]
Change, for better or worse, with COVID-19 pandemic
Many are waiting for the COVID-19 quarantine executive order by the governor to be removed. It has become apparent to […]
Stay safe, aware of pandemic resources
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, people with disabilities need to be especially cognizant of their health and safety. Resources and […]
Check your privilege and learn what our lives are like
Editor’s note: We’ve see a lot of ableist social media posts during the pandemic about people not taking showers, not […]
CARES: What’s next? And what does it mean for all of us?
Access Press was among the first group of small businesses to receive a Paycheck Protection Program or PPP loan. The […]
Person-centered planning during the pandemic calls for flexibility
For people and organizations serving people with disabilities, COVID-19 and the emergency order have had a major impact on how […]
Partners in Policymaking can make a difference
The comprehensive advocacy training course Partners in Policymaking is now taking applications from Minnesotans with disabilities and parents of young […]
Bartolic to lead Council on Disability
Alex Bartolic, former director of disability services for the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS), has come out of retirement […]
In Memoriam – June 2020
Wagner was noted artist Kari Nicole Wagner was a talented artist who was able to live independently and flourish with […]
Pandemic on top of pandemic for people with disabilities
All of the amazing and historic progress that has been made over the last 40 years for Minnesotans with disabilities […]
Worries about lupus drug
The drug hydroxychloroquine, typically used to treat people with lupus or rheumatoid arthritis, is being used to treat COVID-19. That […]
Layoffs at Northland Goodwill
Twelve Northland Goodwill locations laid off 293 of 312 workers, largely retail and donation processing staff, in May. The jobs […]
Nursing home has virus outbreak
A Twin Cities nursing home with a troubled regulatory past has become the site of one of Minnesota’s largest coronavirus […]
Brain research wins support
The University of Minnesota has received a $35 million donation for a groundbreaking study of adolescent brain disorders. Dr. Jakub […]
Opportunities – June 2020
Minnesota STAR loans resume The Minnesota STAR has resumed its device loan program in the St. Paul office with some […]
Be aware of scam callers
With COVID-19 sweeping the globe, scam artists are becoming more active. One scam the federal Trade commission and other regulatory […]
Radio Talking Book – June 2020
COVID-19 Update As Access Press went to press, State Services for the Blind and Radio Talking Book staff were waiting […]
Enjoy! June 2020
We Are Not Disposable Interact Artists present an online exhibition to raise money for disability visibility. We Are Not Disposable […]
Around the Dial – June 2020
KFAI Radio, 6-7 p.m. Thu. What’s new? Shows are available on podcast. Just a few episodes are on podcast now […]
Access Press – June 2020 Edition
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