Historic thoughts on disability pride
“Disability is not a brave struggle or courage in the face of adversity. Disability is an art. It’s an ingenious […]
Features
Celebrating Jeanne Calvit: 30 years of creating art and changing perceptions of disability
It was part history lesson, part retirement party, and all heart at a recent evening celebrating the vision and work […]
St. Cloud’s “polio mother” believed to be last U.S. patient who used an iron lung alive with post-polio syndrome
When an Oklahoma woman and iron lung respiratory device user died earlier this summer, it brought to mind past Minnesota […]
Beating the heat: How Minnesotans can stay safe in extreme summer heat
When summer hits Minnesota, warm days are a welcome relief from frozen winters. However, extreme heat—weather that is significantly hotter […]
Twin Cities couple is helping people with disabilities in Minnesota and Liberia
Navigating the maze of healthcare benefits when you have a disability is always daunting and can often feel overwhelming. If […]
The Kyle Pease Foundation is redefining inclusion on the racecourse
The finish line of a marathon offers an unmatched mix of achievement and relief. For runner Therese Kuvaas, however, crossing […]
Radio Talking Book – August 2026
Radio Talking Book schedule as a downloadable PDF This year, Access Press is publishing each month’s Radio Talking Book schedule […]
A new $17.7M recreation center offers more for the disability community
A more-than-decade-long partnership between True Friends and Cambria has led to a multimillion-dollar investment in the disability community. One of […]
Vending machine operations still provide jobs for the blind
Put coins or bills in a vending machine, push buttons and wait for a candy bar, can of soda or […]
Radio Talking Book – July 2026
Radio Talking Book schedule as a downloadable PDF This year, Access Press is publishing each month’s Radio Talking Book schedule […]
Spokes Fighting Strokes rolls into Minnesota for another year
Spokes Fighting Strokes is a nonprofit working to help stroke survivors regain mobility, independence, and connection. “I’m kind of a […]
Driving change and creating possibilities with Partners In Policymaking
Ten years ago, I was part of a life-changing program. I learned about the “Partners in Policymaking” program through an […]
Fresh Eye Arts Jamboree celebrates the work of 60+ artists
Fresh Eye Arts, a fine arts studio program supporting local artists with disabilities, is celebrating its fifth anniversary this month […]
Capable Partners celebrates 40 years of accessible outdoor adventures
As the summer warmth returns to Minnesota, the call of the great outdoors is hard to resist. For Capable Partners, […]
Minnesota Spinal Cord Injury Association announces adaptive summer events schedule
The Minnesota Spinal Cord Injury Association (MNSCIA) is gearing up for an active summer, announcing a series of inclusive events […]
Navigating the waters: The rise of blind sailing in Minnesota
For individuals who are blind or visually impaired, the simple act of navigating daily life can come with numerous hurdles. […]
Find your summer Minnesota accessible adventure
Summer in Minnesota is a fleeting, glorious season, and everyone deserves to experience it to the fullest. But for the […]
Waiver services, unique to states, got their start 45 years ago
The Minnesota Department of Human Services’ (DHS) Waiver Reimagine work has been the subject of controversy in the state’s disability […]
Radio Talking Book – June 2026
Radio Talking Book schedule as a downloadable PDF This year, Access Press is publishing each month’s Radio Talking Book schedule […]
Roads to independence: A look at Minnesota’s wheelchair van providers
May is National Mobility Awareness Month, a time dedicated to advocating for accessible transportation and highlighting how adaptive equipment fosters […]
Driving toward an accessible autonomous future
If you ask most people about the future of transportation, there is one place where their minds usually go: autonomous […]
Stranded by the system, saved by the community
How a routine van repair spiraled into multiple roadside strandings, a laughing dispatcher, and an impromptu wheelchair ride through rush-hour […]
Unlock the world of reading with the Radio Talking Book service
For individuals who are blind or have other disabilities that make reading print difficult, staying connected to the written word […]
The ‘happiest dishwasher in Minnesota’ was an example of meaningful work
We often talk about meaningful work for people with disabilities. Recent debates have centered on the legality of subminimum wages […]
Radio Talking Book – May 2026
Radio Talking Book schedule as a downloadable PDF This year, Access Press is publishing each month’s Radio Talking Book schedule […]
Then as now, seeking state bonding was a complicated process
2026 is a bonding year for the Minnesota Legislature, with a focus on what are called “brick-and-mortar” projects. Hundreds of […]
Hit podcast ‘Boldly Challenging Ableism’ returns for season two
A second season of the Institute on Community Integration’s Boldly Challenging Ableism radio show and podcast is underway, with the […]
Team USA Caps off the 2026 Paralympic Games with a historic sled hockey win
The United States once again proved that it has the best Paralympic sled hockey team in the world. They beat […]
Access Press is growing: We’re hiring an assistant editor!
The mission of Access Press is to inform, amplify the voices of, and unite Minnesotans with disabilities. To continue to […]
Join the Access Press community for happy hour!
Join us for a fun and relaxed Happy Hour on April 23 from 5:00-7:00 PM at King Coil Spirits in […]
Ready to launch your career? Don’t miss the INclusive Career Fair
Disability:IN Minnesota is hosting its annual INclusive Career Fair on April 24. If you are looking for a job, it […]
Radio Talking Book – April 2026
Radio Talking Book schedule as a downloadable PDF This year, Access Press is publishing each month’s Radio Talking Book schedule […]
Accessible home built with love
For Deborah Gillis and Bob Rausch, their house in Robbinsdale, Minnesota, is more than just a place to live. It […]
In Memoriam: Remembering Deb Holtz, lifelong disability rights advocate
Debra “Deb” Holtz, a dedicated attorney, educator, and fierce advocate for the Minnesota disability community, passed away on February 4, […]
Eighty years later: Remembering the 1946 push for mental health reform
The end of fighting in World War II didn’t mean an end to the disabling health conditions veterans faced. While […]
Radio Talking Book – March 2026
Radio Talking Book schedule as a downloadable PDF This year, Access Press is publishing each month’s Radio Talking Book schedule […]
Radio Talking Book – February 2026
Something new: Radio Talking Book schedule as a downloadable PDF Here are this month’s book offerings from the Minnesota Radio […]
In Memoriam: John Sauer: Advancing inclusion through systems change
John Sauer, who passed away on December 23, 2025, lived a life marked by quiet conviction, deep relationships, and an […]
In Memoriam: Jenni Taylor: A radiant spirit and powerful advocate
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that a beloved member of our Minnesota spinal cord injury […]
Making change: Community living in the 21st century
As communities themselves change, how are people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities (IDD) affected by that change? In the […]
The blueprint for the ADA: “Toward Independence” turns 40
Disability community members often consider 1990 to be a landmark year, marking the moment the federal Americans with Disabilities Act […]
North of North Resort opens Minnesota wilderness to all
For many people with physical disabilities, northern Minnesota’s wilderness has long felt just out of reach, especially in winter. Snow-covered […]
Learn the facts about the changes coming to Medicaid
Federal changes coming in the next year will make it harder for some people to get and keep Medicaid health […]
In Memoriam: Smith’s research made a difference for many
John Good Smith was a respected research specialist at the University of Minnesota’s Institute on Community Integration (ICI). He was […]
In Memoriam: Seibert combined talents with compassion
Walt Seibert was known for his compassion for people with disabilities, and his commitment to helping everyone live their best […]
Radio Talking Book – January 2026
Happy New Year! All the best to you in 2026! We’re excited to start the year off right with 21 […]
‘Person of the year’ honors: Awareness or tokenism?
In decades past, several disability-focused organizations and causes presented honors to a person or persons of the year. In many […]
Radio Talking Book – December 2025
Season’s Greetings from Radio Talking Book As the days grow short and winter and the new calendar year are embraced, […]
Advocating Change Together honors those who make a difference
Advocating Change Together (ACT): The Center for Disability Leadership hosted its annual Disability Justice Jamboree November 17-18, gathering disability community […]
MOHR members make nominations, give many kudos to employers
Employers who go the extra mile for workers with disabilities were honored this fall with the 2025 Outstanding Disability Employer […]
