The July 1 merger of Lutheran Social Services and St. Paul-based Lifetrack makes another transition in Minnesota disability services history. Lifetrack got its start in 1948 as the St. Paul…
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In Memoriam -- June 2021: Jim Christy
Christy pioneered adaptive sports; made sure all could play Minnesota has lost a pioneer in adaptive sports. James Alan “Jim” Christy died this spring after a long battle with cancer.…
Regional News -- June 2021
Laws change for assisted living With Minnesota’s new assisted living licensure law set to take effect August 1, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) encourages families and residents at assisted…
People and Places -- June 2021
Ribbon-cutting for group home destroyed by fire Opportunity Partners this spring celebrated the completion of the new Doug’s Place group home in New Hope. It replaced the organization’s residence destroyed…
Radio Talking Book -- June 2021
Use an App for Radio Talking Book Radio Talking Book has phased out its longtime receivers. Enjoy programming anytime and anywhere on a hand-held mobile device, for either iOS or…
Want to perform? Here is your chance
Off-Kilter, a new community program of Off-Leash Area, wants to highlight and support performance work by artists with disabilities. A deadline to submit proposals is coming up. Artists are sought…