Medical Assistance (MA) Reform Campaign

Medical Assistance (MA) provides people with disabilities access to the services and supports that are necessary for living in the community (as opposed to more costly institutionalized care.) There are income and asset standards that apply to people enrolled in...

Yoga For Everyone

“Your body is the best home your mind will ever have.” – Matthew Sanford   Matthew Sanford believes that yoga can change your life. He should know because it changed his.   At 13 Matthew was paralyzed from the chest down after a devastating car crash that...

The 5% Campaign is Back and We Need Your Help

In 2014 Minnesota was successful in advocating for, and receiving a 5% increase for Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) to be used for a much-needed increase in direct care staff wages. It was the first increase this group has received since 2008. The increase...

Rebecca Thomley Interviewed by the Huffington Post

Huffington Post Political Editor Laura Dunn interviewed CEO Dr. Rebecca Thomley recently about establishing Headwaters Relief Organization, her life experiences and the challenges women in business face.   Read the full interview on the Huffington Post...

Animal Therapy

Animal therapy is gaining in popularity and use in the health care field. It’s no surprise to pet owners that pets bring us joy and unconditional love. Research is showing there are also health benefits to owning or interacting with animals. Studies show that having a...
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