Our catastrophic staffing shortage is the cloud hanging over everything
“Fix the system, not me.” Of all of the signs displayed at a recent rally, that is the one that […]
Commentary
Guardianship fight shines a bright spotlight on system’s problems
Many of us who live with disabilities spend a lot of time looking over our shoulders. We may be living […]
Consider rights of the disabled before allowing assisted suicide
Assisted suicide is one of the most contentious issues for Minnesotans with disabilities and their loved ones. We’ve had many emotional […]
Support for more accessible housing options is badly needed
Living in one’s home community, and having good housing choices, is part of the promise of the Americans with Disabilities Act […]
Look at ways Minnesota can reduce barriers to higher education
Barriers to higher education and meaningful employment are a sad fact of life for too many of us with disabilities. Some […]
The time is now to make changes to the Disability Waiver Rate System
The December 6 announcement of a record-breaking, $17.8 billion state surplus means the chase is on at the state capitol. When […]
Neurodiverse accommodations at events let everyone share the fun
A magical season is upon us, with great events available to choose from. Plays and stage presentations at this time […]
On top of so many challenges, a Medicare cut would be deeply felt
Those of us who need home care have faced incredible challenges in recent years. A workforce crisis has turned catastrophic. […]
When it comes to assistive technology, government must lead and not follow
When it comes to assistive technology, government should lead and not follow. That is not always the case. We tip […]
More than 170 facilities closed. Group homes were our answer to institutions; what happens to us now?
Are we forgetting the past? Minnesota long relied on a system of state institutions, referred to as state hospitals, to […]
Hey, Minnesota lawmakers, here’s a reminder from us: You had one job…
Let’s say you have a job. You have a deadline in which you must get the work done. You hear […]
Special education needs to be funded without cross-subsidies
Unfunded mandates are a longstanding sore point for educators. Higher units of government routinely adopt laws that call for services […]
Where are the young disability community voices?
As the 2022 Minnesota Legislature enters its final days, it’s tempting to think ahead to 2023 and what that session […]
Deaf community leaders working to revitalize Thompson Hall preservation
Deaf community leaders are rolling up their sleeves for the “Save Thompson Hall” effort. A $2.9 million effort to revitalize […]
Coverage of disability is focus of journalism ethics panel
by Paula Bach News coverage of issues centered on people with disabilities needs less focus on “pity stories” and more […]
