The disability service provider Accord celebrates 50 years’ operations in 2021. Here’s a look back at some past accomplishments. In 1967, members and leaders of Minneapolis’ Westminster Presbyterian Church saw…
Category: History Notes
History Note: Innovative service provider Lifetrack founded to meet unique needs
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…
History Note: Spotlight shines on Tower native's documentary about disability
As the 2021 film award season draws to a close, the spotlight shines on one of the disability-focused film competitions and an entry with Minnesota ties. The Easterseals Disability Film…
Minnesota day activities centers took shape over the years
Day activity centers have long provided a lifeline to friends, employment and community for many Minnesotans with disabilities. The COVID-19 pandemic has forced several of Minnesota’s day activity centers to…
A sister's quest led to 75 years of research on MS
Finding treatment and a cure for multiple sclerosis (MS) motivated a young student to seek changes many years ago. The National MS Society marks 75 years’ history in 2021. Sylvia…
Generous Wasie family's gifts are remembered
When the Wasie Pool closed recently at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis, it marked the end of a 41-year era for a facility many relied on for water therapy and…