Laura Baker and her school left a lasting legacy
Much has changed since 1897, when the words “nervous” and “backward” were used to describe children with disabilities. The Laura […]
December 2022
Be prepared with winter’s chilly arrival
The arrival of winter weather in Minnesota means it’s time to act and have our needs met. Some of us […]
Changes afoot at Minnesota Legislature, cabinet
by Jane McClure Lots of new faces and familiar faces in new roles will greet self-advocates when the Minnesota Legislature […]
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 […]
L.C. in court case is remembered as more than a set of initials
We often hear about the Olmstead decision and Minnesota’s ongoing work on its Olmstead Plan, to work toward integration of […]
Our year-end NewsMatch campaign needs your help!
by Holly Anderson, Executive Director When my daughter was a toddler, she went to a daycare where she learned among […]
Is that an umpire working in a wheelchair? What a concept
by Michael Labrosse Can a kid inherit an umpire gene? My dad officiated baseball, football and basketball for the NCAA […]
Deafblind poet Clark releases new book, How to Communicate
Deafblind poet John Lee Clark’s new poetry book, How to Communicate, will be released in December. It has already received […]
Lakeville schools’ Ouillette is honored for long special education career
A longtime special education leader has been honored by the Minnesota Administrators for Special Education (MASE). Renae Ouillette, who recently […]
Minnesotans who make a difference in mental health efforts saluted
A highlight of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) Minnesota Conference this fall was the presentation of awards, […]
Hulden wins inaugural Goldberg award
A highlight of PACER Center’s annual gala in November was the announcement of the first-ever Paula A. Goldberg Champion for […]
MOHR celebrates employers
MOHR, the Minnesota Organization for Habilitation and Rehabilitation, has announced its winners of the 2022 Outstanding Disability Employers Awards. MOHR […]
Bridges MN is takeover focus
(Source: Star Tribune) A large and troubled provider of services to Minnesota adults with disabilities has agreed to be acquired […]
Managed care contracts are set
(Source: Minnesota DHS) The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) has finalized managed care contracts for families and children in […]
Inmates awaiting transfers are eyed
(Source: KSTP-TV) Inmates committed to the custody of the Minnesota department of human Services (DHS) have spent weeks and even […]
