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Guest Columns

The myths and facts of the CRPD

For the last two years, The Arc has been working with numerous disability advocacy groups to garner support for the Convention on the Rights of ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, October 26, 2013 4:48 pm

The Arc of Mower County

Government back on track: What does it mean for Arc

The Arc is relieved Congress reached a last-minute agreement to reopen the federal government and avoid defaulting on our debts. The government shutdown had already ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, October 19, 2013 5:30 pm

5 percent campaign

5% Campaign is aiming to support caregivers

The 5 Percent Campaign is committed to making life in the community the first and best option for people with disabilities and older Minnesotans, as ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, October 12, 2013 2:22 pm

Guest Columns

Arc: Act will help those with disabilities

Currently, many adults with disabilities and chronic health conditions cannot afford to purchase private health insurance, or find the plans available to them exclude or ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, October 5, 2013 3:22 pm

The Arc of Mower County

ACA matters for those with disabilities

The Arc, the nation’s leading and largest organization for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), has been a leader of the charge for health ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, September 21, 2013 5:15 pm

Columnists

Master Pooled Trust can help provide future financial security

The Arc’s Master Pooled Trust can help provide future financial security for your child, family member or friend who lives with disabilities, while not affecting ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, September 14, 2013 6:37 pm

The Arc of Mower County

Head online for your health

The Arc’s HealthMeet initiative has partnered with The University of Minnesota to develop two educational modules about exercise and wellness to be featured on an ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, September 7, 2013 6:47 pm

The Arc of Mower County

The Arc to host its annual waffle feed

The annual Dad’s Belgian Waffle Breakfast will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday Sept. 15 at the Mower County Senior Center. ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, August 31, 2013 5:27 pm

The Arc of Mower County

Volunteers needed for Special Olympics bowling tourney

Volunteers are needed at the Area 10 Bowling Tournament at Echo Lanes in Austin on Oct. 12. Opportunities include lane monitors, team registration, awards and ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, August 24, 2013 5:40 pm

The Arc of Mower County

Volunteers needed for bowling tourney

Volunteers are needed at the Area 10 Bowling Tournament at Echo Lanes in Austin on Oct. 12. Opportunities include lane monitors, team registration, awards and ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, August 10, 2013 5:52 pm

Columnists

Social Security Administration erases ‘mental retardation’ term

This week marks a great victory for people with disabilities across the United States. The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced it will no longer use ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, August 3, 2013 6:00 pm

The Arc of Mower County

Mower County Special Olympics bowling registration now open

Get ready for some strikes, good friends and fun memories, because it is time once again for bowling. Special Olympic bowlers must have a current ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, July 20, 2013 4:58 pm

Columns

Arc looking for member feedback on statements

The Arc Minnesota Position Statements Task Force and The Arc Minnesota Public Policy Committee have looked over drafts of three existing position statements of The ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, July 13, 2013 5:29 pm

Guest Columns

Special Olympics bowling registration is open in Mower County

Get ready for some strikes, good friends and fun memories, because it is time once again for bowling.  Special Olympic bowlers must have current Special ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Sunday, July 7, 2013 10:26 am

Columnists

Summer safety for kids with Autism

Outdoor gatherings, trips to the beach, even heading out for a hike may seem simple enough, but for parents whose children may be prone to ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, June 22, 2013 5:28 pm

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