Options Interstate Resource Center for Independent Living

04/24/2026

Our Advocate/Trainer Heather provided a presentation during the Sertoma of Greater Grand Forks meeting.

Thanks to Heather from Options Interstate Resource Center for Independent Living for sharing all of the great programs and services you offer to maximize the independence of individuals with disabilities!

04/22/2026

Our Devils Lake outreach office will be having a cooking class on April 30th.

04/21/2026

A fun opportunity for youth with disabilities between the ages of 13-21 to play some golf, meet some new friends or old friends.

04/15/2026

Go for a swim with HOPE, Inc. on Fridays @ Grand Forks YMCA!

All ages and all mobility challenges - always welcome!

Email jsmith@hopeinc.org or call (701) 866-9002 to learn more!

04/15/2026

04/15/2026

NDDOT will host a public input meeting Tuesday, April 21 in Grand Forks to discuss the Northern Red River Flood Study. Representatives from NDDOT, MnDOT, USACE, and Barr Engineering will be on hand to answer questions and discuss concerns. For full information, visit dot.nd.gov/news.

04/13/2026

MN 2026 Elections Townhall

What: Setting the Stage: A 2026 Elections Townhall
When: Thursday, April 30, 2026
7:00 P.M. – 8 P.M. (CST)
Where: Virtual Event – Zoom

Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon will be joined by national elections expert David Becker, Executive Director and Founder of the Center for Election Innovation & Research, for a timely discussion about the upcoming midterm elections.

Together they will discuss:

• What to expect in the 2026 election cycle
• The national and state election landscape
• How election officials and community partners can help prepare voters

This Townhall will also include a Q&A session, so come prepared with questions. We hope you’ll join us for this conversation.

Please register for the zoom link here.

ASL and CART services will be provided.

This event is open to the public.

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JBAga1RYRJmy9e2wuFkXXg #/registration

04/09/2026

Options will be providing a training on youth transition and IEP/504.

04/06/2026

Options will be providing a training in self advocacy and civil rights on April 28th. Let us know if you need accommodations by April 14th end of day.

04/01/2026

Just a friendly reminder that we will be closed this Friday, April 3rd for Good Friday and will reopen on Monday, April 6th at 8 am.

04/01/2026

This month is a reminder to slow down, check in with ourselves, and find healthy ways to manage stress. Even small moments of rest can make a big difference. Be kind to yourself and to others — we’re all doing our best.

04/01/2026

The Minnesota Statewide Independent Living Network is seeking input from people with disabilities regarding their experiences with access to dental care. Below is the link for the survey, if you need assistance please contact Options, Interstate Resource Center for Independent Living at 218-773-6100, toll free 800-726-3692 or text line 701-864-0296.

Purpose: To gather information about the access to dental experiences of persons with disabilities. This data will help with advocacy, policy development, and accessibility improvements. There are three required questions that help us better understand needs across the state. All other questions are...