Columnists
Step up and support Kevin and Avonte’s law
According to a recent national study, 27 percent of children with developmental disabilities wander from safe settings each year. Such incidents often involve search and rescue ...
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Columnists
Caregivers need to understand the importance of dental care
Taking care of someone with a developmental disability requires patience and skill. As a caregiver, you know this as well as anyone does. You also ...
by Jamey Helgeson, Sunday, September 4, 2016 12:25 pm
Columnists
Contact lawmakers about including autism treatments
There’s still an opportunity to help ensure equal access to autism treatments in Minnesota! Governor Dayton, Senator Bakk and Speaker Daudt continue to negotiate the ...
by Jamey Helgeson, Sunday, August 14, 2016 1:35 pm
News
Helgeson: Plenty of chances ahead to show support for The Arc
The Arc Mower County is looking ahead to a busy July and August, so here are ways to get involved: Teen Open House at ...
by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, July 9, 2016 1:47 pm
News
Get introduced to The Arc
A Teen Open House will be held from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at The Arc Mower County on July 12. This free event is open ...
by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, July 2, 2016 7:05 pm
Columnists
RSA to hold regional meetings on WIOA implementation
The RSA has announced three regional meetings to provide technical assistance on program specific requirements in programs established under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as ...
by Jamey Helgeson, Sunday, June 26, 2016 2:01 pm
ADH exclusives
Take advantage of new partnership
Are you a person with a disability who self-directs your own life and services? Are you a family member or guardian who hires direct support ...
by Jamey Helgeson, Sunday, June 12, 2016 12:39 pm
The Arc Mower County
Financial capability creates independence
One of the four goals of the Americans with Disabilities Act is economic self-sufficiency. Yet, far too many people with disabilities continue to live in ...
by Jamey Helgeson, Sunday, May 1, 2016 12:55 pm
The Arc Mower County
Join rally at the state Capitol
Action is needed. Join us for a rally at the State Office Building at 11 a.m. on Tuesday. Tell state legislators and Governor Mark Dayton ...
by Jamey Helgeson, Sunday, April 17, 2016 11:01 am
The Arc Mower County
Munch into March for National Nutrition Month
March is National Nutrition Month and balanced nutritious eating habits are the corner stone of a healthy and happy life. However, according to a 2014 ...
by Jamey Helgeson, Sunday, March 13, 2016 8:40 am
News
Turning a focus to dental care for National Children’s Dental Health Month
February is technically National Children’s Dental Health Month, but oral health is important for people of all ages. Did you know people with intellectual and ...
by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, February 20, 2016 4:59 pm
The Arc Mower County
Rose sale is now in bloom
Let someone know that you care and support the work of The Arc Mower County by supporting our 21st Annual Rose Sale. All proceeds from ...
by Jamey Helgeson, Sunday, February 7, 2016 3:15 pm
The Arc Mower County
Use health to kick your year off right
Maintaining a healthy weight is hard all year round, but it can be especially hard during the winter holiday season. According to the CDC, maintaining ...
by Jamey Helgeson, Sunday, January 17, 2016 6:00 am
The Arc Mower County
Despite of income, future planning is possible
Future planning is possible regardless of income. Questions to think about Consider where and with whom the person with I/DD lives at the moment. Where does ...
by Jamey Helgeson, Sunday, December 27, 2015 12:19 pm
The Arc Mower County
Special needs parenting: 10 tips for holiday stress reduction
It’s hard enough to manage stress during the holidays as a parent, but when you have a special needs child, the necessity to contain stress ...
by Jamey Helgeson, Sunday, December 20, 2015 10:01 am
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