Minnesota had a full-blown-direct support staff crisis before the COVID-19 pandemic. The loss of care staff since the pandemic began had compounded the staff shortage’s human impact and urgency. The…
Author: Jane McClure
More beds, safe housing among issues
Needed updates to civil commitment law, increased access to mental health treatment and beds, safe and supportive housing and other measures are priorities for the Minnesota Mental Health Network. The…
Deadline changes and more coming for Access Press
As Access Press managing editor, I’ve reviewed many of your letters and commentaries over the years. Now I get to write you, our readers, a letter of my own. After…
Restraints use is cited in state report, legal fight
A lengthy legal dispute over use of restraints at two state facilities continues. In February U.S. District Court Judge Donovan Frank rejected a Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) request…
Bonding to be a battleground during session
Bonding will dominate discussion when the 2020 Minnesota Legislature convenes. Many projects related to disability accommodations and services are in the chase for funding, including money for improvements at the…