Highland Friendship Club (HFC), a St. Paul-based nonprofit that provides social and learning opportunities for teens and adults who have disabilities, has named Patty Dunn as its executive director. She…
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Dively takes lead at MCD
E. David Dively is the new executive director of the Minnesota Council on Disability. Dively took the helm in mid- September. He had previously served as deputy executive director for…
In Memoriam - October 2020
Folsom-Meek was education trailblazer Sherry Folsom-Meek was an early leader in efforts to study and advance the field of adaptive physical education, with numerous awards and published works. Folsom-Meeks died…
Direct support professionals are saluted
Cassidy Sutton, CHOICE, Inc. Direct Support Professional Recognition Week is September 13- 19. It is a time to honor the dedicated and hard-working direct support workforce that is the heart…
Several appointments announced
Governor Tim Walz and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan have announced several appointments. Appointments were announced to the Council on Disability. Andrew Christensen of Northfield was appointed, replacing Katherine MacDonald. Randy…
Access improvements in the works for regional facilities
What’s wrong with this picture? The access paddle is blocked by the trash can. The Metropolitan Council is taking initial steps in a far-reaching plan to make its offices, treatment…