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Stories & News

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Latest Stories

Stories from and about people with IDD and their families.


Craig Becker packing a box

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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Disability Waiver Rate System Exception Process Report

August 5, 2022

There is an Exception process within DWRS, that allows for exceptional rates to be applied on an individual case-by-case basis, if the current framework does NOT provide sufficient rates for waivered disability services.

Champions for Choice 2022

August 5, 2022

Our Champions for Choice event which took place in April 2022 was a great success among our volunteers, advocates and families associated with A-Team Minnesota.

Get Real!! Comments on eliminating commensurate wages in Minnesota

August 5, 2022

The State Legislature passed a bill during the last session that starts the process of eliminating the utilization of Commensurate Wages in Minnesota. Get Real!!

Sameness: Powerful Commentary on the 14c Elimination Movement

August 4, 2022

The following blog post by John Barker of Merrick Inc, captures the subject of the 14c elimination movement very well.

VIDEO: This is MY LIFE!

August 4, 2022

This upbeat, but informative video shows people with I/DD doing what they love, which in many cases includes a fully supported workplace. We need to allow them their own CHOICE of where to live and work.

VIDEO: Join the Be Aware Campaign!

August 4, 2022

Let these voices be heard! Take a few minutes to video tape your loved ones sharing information that will help others gain awareness about the plight of disability services

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