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Austin

Remember to pick-up your roses

The 17th annual Rose Sale has come to an end. Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, March 31, 2012 4:10 pm

Arc of Mower County

The Arc stands up for the safety of kids with disabilities

In a letter to U.S. Senator Tom Harkin, D-Iowa, Chairman of the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, The Arc expressed serious concerns about a ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, March 24, 2012 4:53 pm

Austin

The Arc to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day

World Down Syndrome Day is a global awareness day observed on March 21 each year. Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, March 17, 2012 8:21 pm

Austin

More doors opening up for self-advocates

A national group launching this week is one of a growing number of opportunities for people with disabilities to take a lead in the advocacy ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, March 10, 2012 4:40 pm

Columns

Working together to end the R-word

The Arc of Mower County's Family Fun Night is geared to children with intellectual and developmental disabilities ages 3 to 12 years of age and ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, March 3, 2012 4:19 pm

Guest Columns

Studies: Sheltered workshops offer little benefit

Sheltered workshops are significantly more costly, yet no more effective than supported, competitive employment at ensuring job prospects for individuals with disabilities, new research suggests. Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, February 25, 2012 5:38 pm

anti-bullying

Anti-bullying law deserves support

Minnesota recently introduced a new bill in the state legislature (House File 1953) to strengthen our existing anti-bullying law, which has been touted as one ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, February 18, 2012 5:20 pm

Austin

Celebrating 60 years of service

The Arc of Mower County will be celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2012. Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, February 11, 2012 6:27 pm

Austin

Make your mark this election year

Each year, hundreds of advocates attend the Disability Policy Seminar in Washington, D.C. to learn more about and discuss the hottest topics in disability public ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, February 4, 2012 4:37 pm

Columns

History of The Arc of Mower Co.

The Arc of Mower County was founded in 1952 and was incorporated in 1956. Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, January 28, 2012 4:23 pm

Columns

Sibling Council offers enrichment, support

The role of sibling to a person with an intellectual and developmental disability (I/DD) is as complex as it is inspiring. Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, January 21, 2012 4:39 pm

Columns

Planning underway for three big fundraisers at The Arc

The People First Chicken Dumpling Soup and Chili Supper and Fudge Sale Fundraiser will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 27. Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, January 14, 2012 4:09 pm

Columns

The Arc of Mower County holds town hall forum

I hope you enjoyed your holiday season and spent some quality time with your friends and family. Now that the holiday season is over, ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, January 7, 2012 4:52 pm

Columns

Membership: Why should you join The Arc of Mower County

Here are 10 reasons why you should join or renew your membership with The Arc of Mower County: Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, December 31, 2011 5:16 pm

Columns

The Arc offering incentive for involved siblings

The Arc of the United States is building on the foundation of the organization, founded by families over 60 years ago, by announcing a major ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, December 24, 2011 12:36 pm

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