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My work. My home. My life. My choice.

We are A-Team Minnesota. Learn how you can help us give a voice and a choice to people with intellectual or developmental disabilities, so they can live and work the way they want to.

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How we put the A in A-Team.


Awareness

Sharing personal stories, videos, and testimony to help others learn about the unique needs and wants of people with diverse abilities.

Advocacy

Speaking out, contacting others, writing, and participating in advocacy campaigns in an organized effort to promote the rights of individuals with diverse abilities.

Advice

Provide leadership, feedback, and mentorship to others; participate in advocacy organization efforts; and assist in the development of resources and services for people with diverse abilities.

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When people with disabilities are given the opportunity to work and participate in their communities according to their individual ability, they can be successful.
It makes them happy.

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People with disabilities need your assistance.

Your donation will help us to continue advocating for people with disabilities, helping them to find services and employment that work for them.

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Share in our stories.

Increase your awareness and better understand the complexities of a very confusing disability service system and how it impacts real lives.



Craig’s Story: Speaking Out for Craig by Deanna Johnson

August 4, 2022

My son, Craig Becker, is so fortunate and blessed to work at The Bearly Used Thrift Store in Park Rapids.  This main street community business is widely considered the happiest and most important in town! It is also one of the busiest stores.

Bob’s Story: A Bridge to Competitive Employment

June 10, 2022

34-year-old Bob Clapper started working at Merrick, Inc. in 2008 when he turned 21. He worked in utility services or center-based employment for about 7 years.

Evan’s Story: Working at Merrick Inc.

June 10, 2022

Direct Support Professional Mambu shares how working at Merrick, Inc., has impacted Evan’s life.

Laura’s Story: An Inspiring Example in Self-Advocacy

June 10, 2022

Anyone who knows Laura is always impressed with her ability to communicate her needs and advocate for her rights. Unfortunately, lawmakers and agencies who create legislation on her behalf aren’t always listening.

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