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CILNM News
June 2010 Volume 1 · Issue 12
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  Greetings!
Summer's here!! Time to relax and have fun with family and friends. This summer is the 20th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act and there are many celebrations throughout our area, state and nation. There will be a collaborative celebration on Barker's Island on July 26th. (See article below.) Come out and join us to commemorate this milestone in history.
The Twin Ports Miracle League is a league for kids of all ages with disabilities to play baseball. They are breaking ground on a brand new accessible field in Harrison Field! "This 'Field of Dreams' will give over 3,000 children in our area 3-19 years old with disabilities a chance to suit up and take the field to play America's favorite pastime...baseball." This is a first of its kind in this region. To learn more, visit their website at http://twinportsmiracleleague.com/.
Custom Cab has also been busy updating their fleet of cabs to include an accessible van in Duluth. This will make transportation much more available to those citizens using wheelchairs who previously had to plan much farther in advance for a ride. (See article below.)
We would like to applaud these organizations for being trailblazers in the disability community! Keep up the good work!
Kim Tyler,
Executive Director, CILNM
(800) 390-3681
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The Twin Ports Independent Living Centers, in collaboration with People with Disabilities for Change are proud to bring you...
The 20th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Monday, July 26, 2010 · 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Barker's Island Pavilion
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law on July 26, 1990. Twenty years later, the ADA has expanded opportunities for Americans with disabilities, but there is more work to be done! Transportation will be provided from the UWS bus stop on the southeast corner of Belknap and Catlin to the event and back.
An accessible van from Senior Connections will be
picking up at: and dropping off at:
11:15 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
12:15 a.m.
1:00 p.m.
1:15 a.m. 2:00 p.m.
Come join us for food, speakers, celebration and rededication to the fight for full ADA compliance! This event is FREE to the public and all are invited to attend!
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AccessNorth is pleased to announce
the addition of our new Veterans' Liason
John Prepodnik joins staff
In an effort to expand our services to our nation's veterans, we have recently added John Prepodnik as our Veterans' Liason working out of our Duluth office. We provide a number of services for veterans with disabilities and
their families.John was raised near Gheen, MN, and graduated from Orr high school. Following graduation he joined the Navy as a hospital corpsman. Over the next six years he was stationed at the Naval Hospital in Jacksonville, FL and later onboard the USS Harry S. Truman. Following his second deployment to Europe and the Middle East he was honorably discharged to pursue his education. Five years later he received a bachelors of science degree in Human Services Management from the University of Phoenix. John is now looking forward to developing the veterans program with Access North.
John will work closely with veteran service providers to assist individuals and their families with navigating the system so they can receive the benefits they are entitled to.
Access North services are intended to supplement benefits and services the veteran may receive from the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA), state veteran services, programs offered by their respective unit, and those offered by other federal or state VA programs.
These services include ...
·Budgeting/Money Management ·Benefits Management/ Social Security
·Locate Housing ·Interview/Job Skills ·Problem Solving Skills
·Independent Living Skills ·Self-Advocacy
To reach John, you can call 1-888-625-1401 or email him at jprepodnik@accessnorth.net.
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Annual Consumer Satisfaction Survey...
In an effort to meet the changing needs of our consumers, we are
conducting a Consumer Satisfaction Survey. If you are one of our
consumers and have used our services, please take a moment to send us
your feedback!
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Duluth TBI Support Group Meeting Location Changed
 The Duluth TBI Support Group location is changed temporarily until August 17th. They will now meet at St. Mary's Medical Center, 407 E. 3rd St., Duluth, in the Wisconsin Room-- 1st Floor (across from Cafeteria ) SAME TIME-- 3:30-4:30 every Tuesday. |
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Custom Cab Honored for Increased Services
First Accessible Van in Operation in DuluthMembers of People with Disabilities for Change presented the owner of Custom Cab, Dan O'Hearon, a certificate of appreciation for his work to offer accessible cab rides.
O'Hearon put his first accessible van into operation on Duluth streets two months
ago after working with the Duluth City Council for over three years. Before doing that, there has not been an easy and affordable means of transportation for members of the community with disabilities. Now they have Custom Cab Company.
The staff at AccessNorth would also like to extend our appreciation to Custom Cab for helping enrich the lives of those living in the Duluth area by offering expanded transportation opportunities! |
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After School Program transforms into
Summer Youth Program
Meets every Tuesday · 10:00 a.m.-12:00 Noon
at the Hibbing AccessNorth Office
Due to the success of our After-School Program, we have had requests to continue a similar program into the summer. Starting in June, we have held our Summer Youth Program for area high school students on Tuesday mornings from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon. We will be having weekly topics, activities, computers will be available, board games and popcorn. We are also planning a movie day and possible field trip.
If you are interested in attending our Program and are in Grades 7-12, please stop by and join us!
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Recipe
of the Month - - -
Best
(Easiest) Lemon Bars Ever!
These are a family
favorite - that EVERYONE wants the recipe for! Very easy - just three
ingredients and minimal preparation. But they look and taste like they
are very complicated. Keep these ingredients on hand for
"emergencies". Enjoy!
Mix
one package angel food cake mix and one can lemon pie filling together
until well blended. Bake in ungreased 9x13 pan at 350 degrees for 30-35
minutes. Let cool, then top with cream cheese frosting. |
Question of the Month
Your name is AccessNorth - Center for Independent Living of Northeastern Minnesota. What counties do you serve?
AccessNorth serves the counties of Aitkin, Carlton, Cass, Cook, Crow Wing, Itasca, Koochiching, Lake
and St. Louis Counties in northeastern Minnesota.
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We have offices in the following communities...
Call toll free at (800) 390-3681 or contact any of the numbers below...
CILNM Main Office
2104 E. 6th Ave. · Hibbing ·(218) 262-6675
Duluth Branch Office
118 East Superior St · Duluth ·(218) 625-1400
Brainerd Branch Office
304 East River Rd., Ste #3 · Brainerd · (218) 829-9567
Cass Lake (218) 339-3135
Aitkin (218) 927-3748
Coleraine (218) 245-0211
International Falls (218) 283-5752
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 Thanks for taking the time to read our Newsletter for this month! If you have any suggestions or questions, please email us at info@accessnorth.net. We would be glad to answer any questions you might have in future Newsletters.
Sincerely,
CILNM Newsletter Team
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