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Jamey Helgeson: History of helping those with disabilities

In the early 1950s, little was known about the condition of mental retardation or its causes. There were no programs or activities to assist in ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Friday, March 11, 2022 4:17 pm

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March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

In 1987, President Ronald Reagan recognized March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month to increase “public awareness of the needs and the potential of Americans with ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Friday, February 25, 2022 5:53 pm

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Jamey Helgeson: Volunteers are needed to help with the 27th annual Rose Sale

The 27th annual Rose Sale will be held from Feb. 15 – March 22, with the delivery and pick-up date scheduled for Tuesday, April 5. ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Friday, February 11, 2022 5:39 pm

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Jamey Helgeson: Volunteers needed to help with the 27th annual Rose Sale

The 27th annual Rose Sale will be held from Feb. 15 to March 22, with the delivery and pick-up date scheduled for Tuesday, April 5. ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Tuesday, February 1, 2022 5:49 pm

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Jamey Helgeson: Chicken and Dumpling fundraiser on Jan. 25

Mark your calendars for the Chicken Dumpling Soup and Chili Supper Fundraiser from 4:30-7 p.m., on Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2022 at the Mower County Senior ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Friday, January 14, 2022 4:46 pm

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Jamey Helgeson: LIFE Mower County celebrates its 70th anniversary in 2022

Back in the early 1950s, parents of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities wanted something that would enhance the lives of their children. A new ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Thursday, December 30, 2021 8:17 pm

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Jamey Helgeson: Chicken and Dumplings fundraiser in January

Mark your calendars for the Chicken Dumpling Soup and Chili Supper Fundraiser from 4:30-7 p.m., on Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2022 at the Mower County Senior ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Friday, December 17, 2021 5:28 pm

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Jamey Helgeson: Don’t forget our Christmas wish list!

Have some fun and check out these wonderful items you can easily donate to our organization this holiday season:  www.lifemowercounty.org/wish-list. Did you know your Amazon ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Friday, December 3, 2021 5:32 pm

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Jamey Helgeson: Decision-making is about continued learning

Being able to make choices about your life is crucial for the independence and happiness of all people, including those with disabilities.  Decision-making is a ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Friday, November 19, 2021 5:30 pm

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Jamey Helgeson: What is advocacy and how does it help?

Webster’s Dictionary states that advocacy means, “One who supports another or a cause.”  Without strong advocacy at all levels, people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Friday, November 5, 2021 4:27 pm

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Jamey Helgeson: Make a difference with LIFE Mower County on Give To The Max Day

People like you are the reason that LIFE Mower County is able to provide quality programs for our community.  Your contributions mean the world to ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Friday, October 22, 2021 8:01 pm

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Jamey Helgeson: Volunteers an important part of LIFE

Volunteers are vital to the programs and services of LIFE Mower County. Volunteers  are the backbone of our organization — lending support in a variety ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Friday, October 8, 2021 5:51 pm

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Jamey Helgeson: 11th annual Taste of Mower County cancelled

While we were very excited for the return of the Taste of Mower County after it was cancelled in 2020, on Sept. 17, 2021, we ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, September 25, 2021 6:30 am

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Tickets for Taste of Mower County available starting Monday

If you are interested in purchasing tickets for the 11th annual Taste of Mower County on Oct. 17, 2021, please visit the LIFE Mower County ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, September 11, 2021 6:30 am

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Jamey Helgeson: LIFE looking for help with Taste of Mower County

LIFE Mower County needs your support in our upcoming Taste of Mower County fundraiser, which will be held on Sunday, Oct. 17 ,at the Holiday ... Read more

by Jamey Helgeson, Saturday, August 28, 2021 6:30 am

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