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DeafMN
3y ago
English transcript: Hello, I’m Dr. Susan Lane- Outlaw, executive director of Metro Deaf School. I wanted to update the community about our school growth and our new building. I am excited to announce that we have a signed purchase agreement for our new school at 1125 Energy Park Drive. This is at the corner of ..read more
DeafMN
3y ago
In October 2016, Governor Mark Dayton announced the Connect 700 Program (abbreviated C700). The C700 Program is a pre-probationary trial work program that allows eligible individuals with disabilities the opportunity to demonstrate their ability to perform a specific job through C700 for up to 700 hours. C700 employees will receive wages that fit the pay ..read more
DeafMN
3y ago
On Wednesday, March 7, 2018, the Minnesota Historical Society invited The Thompson Hall Board of Trustees to present on the success of the Legacy Fund (passed in 2008) to the Senate Environment and Natural Resources Policy and Legacy Finance Committee. The Legacy Fund is managed by the Minnesota Historical Society (MHS). MHS asked only two ..read more
DeafMN
3y ago
When an emergency takes place, our first instinct is to call 911. But now there is a whole new way for Minnesotans to get help. After three years of diligent work with various stakeholders, the Department of Public Safety’s Emergency Communication Networks (DPS-ECN) division is announcing the statewide availability of Text-to-911. The new service is ..read more
DeafMN
3y ago
Hannah Furney is looking for an apartment in the Minneapolis area. Hannah is deafBlind and uses a Leader Dog. Hannah is looking to move back ASAP. If you know anyone that needs a roommate or has a place to rent in the Minneapolis area please contact Hannah at hannahgf88@gmail.com ..read more
DeafMN
3y ago
HEARD is looking for volunteers for their Transition Fair booth to help those transitioning away from prison. Get in touch if you are interested. Minnesota Transition Fair Opportunity Date: Thursday, Sept 21, 2017 Time: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm (MUST BE THERE FOR THE FULL TIME) Location: Red Wing Facility HEARD MN is looking for ..read more
DeafMN
3y ago
Original post from MNCDHH If you are DeafBlind or prefer to watch the video in a darker, slower format, watch the DeafBlind friendly ASL version instead. English version Through the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) the United States of America committed itself to eliminating discrimination against people with disabilities. In celebration of the act turning ..read more
DeafMN
3y ago
Last week, legislative leaders and the Governor were negotiating back and forth about the budget bills. Then they got frustrated and the legislature stopped negotiating. Instead, they decided just to pass the budget bills they had written, even though the Governor had said that he would veto them. Legislators and the Governor will be negotiating ..read more
DeafMN
3y ago
The Minnesota Capitol Building has been undergoing restoration since 2015. The renovation is still ongoing but we were able to return the Capitol in 2017![Screenshot: Changes at the Capitol] So far, there have been many wonderful changes. For example: • Increased seating/accessibility features in hearing rooms • Public, accessible bathrooms on every floor • Mother’s ..read more
DeafMN
3y ago
A lot is happening and we have lots of news to share this week. The Commission of Deaf, DeafBlind & Hard of Hearing Minnesotans board met in January and added to the legislative agenda, the Governor released his budget proposal this week, and the legislature is already busy hearing and passing bills. Additions to Legislative ..read more