Access improvements are among bonding requests

by Jane McClure The wheels are turning toward the start of Minnesota’s 2024 legislative session. The session starts at noon […]

Plan ahead and avoid dangers of wintertime weather

Winter can be an isolating and potentially dangerous time for Minnesotans with disabilities. Before the snow flies, make plans for needs […]

Gary is a retired university professor, with a distinguished career teaching English. He was admired by students. An academic award is […]

Assisted living facilities have long been a viable housing option for disabled people who don’t need the level of care […]

This issue of Access Press includes a guide to winter safety, with one focus on snow removal and shoveling. People […]

Dear Readers, As we approached November 3 and the Access Press dinner, I thought (and continue to think) about our […]

The onset of winter weather brings changes and challenges for Minnesotans with disabilities. Be prepared and stay safe, whether at home […]

It may be cozy to be at home during a winter storm, watching snowflakes hit the windows. Without preparation, winter […]

Robin Harkonen, executive director of the East Range DAC, is the new president of the Minnesota Organization for Habilitation and Rehabilitation […]

Deborah “Debbie” Lentz led a life of service to deaf and deafblind Minnesotans. Lentz died earlier in July after a […]

James “Jim” or “Jimmie” Hanson led a life of service to Minnesotans with disabilities. Hanson died in September due to respiratory […]

Red Wing resident Larry Bale was honored in October by ProAct, Inc., a non-profit providing in-center, virtual and community-based services […]

The Minnesota Department of Human Services is honoring the dedication and innovative work of 10 partners that support Minnesotans to achieve […]

Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan have announced appointments to many Minnesota boards, commissions and committees, including groups that […]

Minneapolis City Council President Andrea Jenkins is publicly speaking about her diagnosis of multiple sclerosis. Jenkins, who is in the midst […]