Accra Homecare

04/02/2026

⚠️ DHS has set an urgent deadline tied to federal oversight requirements that could impact access to care for people who rely on services.

By May 31, providers must complete a required revalidation process to continue delivering Medicaid-funded services.

Some providers are already approved, most are still working through the process, and some may not meet the deadline. For people receiving care, this can mean unexpected disruptions and the need to quickly identify a new provider.

What we want people to know amidst industry uncertainty:

🔸Accra's services remain fully operational. Our clients will continue receiving the care and support they rely on.

🔸We are actively supporting clients and lead agencies through these types of transitions and are prepared to step in to help maintain uninterrupted care.

🔸We are actively accepting referrals. Our goal is to ensure every eligible Minnesotan can receive the high-quality care and support they deserve.

Read and share the full update on "Minnesota Revalidate 2026" ⬇️

Minnesota provider revalidation is required by May 31, 2026. Learn what it means, who it affects, and what happens if homecare agencies don’t complete it. Accra will continue all caregiver pay and client care with no disruption statewide.

03/30/2026

Recently, Accra had the pleasure of taking part in the MHCA Day at the Capitol, hosted by the Minnesota Home Care Association. Events like this offer the chance to advocate directly with lawmakers on behalf of the people we serve.

Tyler Langenfeld, VP of 245D, says it best: "Events like the MHCA Day at the Capitol are extremely important. The decisions our legislators make affect our state’s most vulnerable individuals. Therefore, the more opportunities for them to hear directly from those who provide quality home care, the better."

We know advocacy is a vital step in offering the best homecare services in MN, and Accra is committed to continuing these efforts. Thank you to everyone who shows up and strives to make our system even stronger.

03/27/2026

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, and this year's theme, "We're Here: Then, Now, Always" is something that resonates with us strongly. People with developmental disabilities have always been a part of our communities and always will be. 🧡

Accra creates spaces where people of all abilities can feel truly included and celebrated through our programs and advocacy efforts.

Our 245D services support individuals with developmental disabilities by making it possible for them to live as independently as possible, remain integrated in their communities, and reach their goals.

To learn more about 245D, visit https://www.accrahomecare.org/getting-started/245d-waivered-services/

03/26/2026

This week, the Accra team joined partners from across the state at Disability Services Day at the Capitol — standing alongside the people and communities we serve.

This year’s theme, “I am more than a waiver,” is an important reminder that behind every program and policy are real people. Access to Medicaid and homecare services plays a critical role in helping individuals with disabilities live independently, stay connected to their communities, and continue doing what matters most to them.

We’re grateful to be part of a community that continues to show up, share stories, and advocate for meaningful support.🧡

If you’re supporting someone who could benefit from homecare, Accra continues to be a stable, reliable partner. Our team is here as a resource: https://www.accrahomecare.org/getting-started/client-referral/

03/21/2026

39% of people with intellectual disabilities often feel lonely, compared to 14% of people without disabilities.

It's World Down Syndrome Day, and this year's theme, "Together Against Loneliness" addresses the profound loneliness people with Down Syndrome and their families can feel. Loneliness is not just a 'sad feeling', it is harmful to mental health and happens when people are not supported to build and maintain connections with others.

Accra helps address this loneliness through the services we offer. Our caregivers, chosen by our clients, provide companionship and support, both one on one and in the community. Accra is committed to making spaces more inclusive and fostering community for people of all abilities.

To explore our programs, visit https://www.accrahomecare.org/

03/20/2026

We're excited to share that two weeks ago, Team Accra jumped into Lake Nokomis for the 2026 Polar Plunge and raised $12,709 for Special Olympics Minnesota!🧡

Thank you so much to everyone who donated. Accra is proud to support the Special Olympics with year-round training and services to athletes with intellectual disabilities across Minnesota.

Lastly, thank you to every staff member who bravely took the plunge!

03/18/2026

A completely packed room for an important conversation.

During last week's MSSA (Minnesota Social Service Association) conference, Accra's DEI Manager, Mary Ngunu, presented "Leading DEI with Courage in Uncertain Times" to a full room of social service professionals.

DEI work matters. When we lead DEI with courage, we ensure every person is seen, respected, understood, and served fully.

The level of interest and participation in this session speaks to the commitment across our field to continue moving this work forward. Thank you to everyone who showed up and engaged with our presentation. 🧡

Interested in how we apply DEI at Accra? Visit https://www.accrahomecare.org/about-us/careers/diversity-equity-inclusion/

03/13/2026

This year’s MSSA (Minnesota Social Service Association) Conference was incredible.

Every conversation we had reinforced the dedication Social Workers, Case Managers, and other professionals bring to the people and communities we serve. Our team is leaving feeling energized to have spent the past few days with like-minded people who care so deeply about their work.

We’re grateful for the connections we made and look forward to continuing these conversations throughout the year. 🧡

If you’re working with someone who could benefit from Accra’s services & supports, we want to connect with you! https://www.accrahomecare.org/getting-started/client-referral/

03/12/2026

Kicking off day 2 of the MSSA (Minnesota Social Service Association) conference!

Yesterday we had such a great time connecting with so many people who stopped by to say hello and share the important work they're doing for their communities. We're looking forward to many more great conversations today 🧡

Join us at booth 1110/1010 to meet the Accra Team and learn how we support Minnesotans with care needs in living safely and independently.

03/11/2026

For Social Worker Appreciation Month, Accra is so excited to host an appreciation happy hour TONIGHT!

Come find the Accra team in the Lower Long Room at Brit's Pub from 4–6. We’re so excited to celebrate the people who make it possible for Minnesotans to access the care and support they need. 🧡

02/27/2026

In a time when many organizations are retreating from equity work, Accra continues to push forward.

Accra’s DEI Manager, Mary Ngunu, will be presenting “Unleashing the Storm: Leading DEI with Courage in Uncertain Times” at the MSSA (Minnesota Social Service Association) conference.

This session explores what it means to lead DEI in a climate of fear, resistance, and politicized funding. We’ll discuss the challenges, the importance of staying the course, and how to respond with courage and strategy.

Mark your calendars for Friday, March 13th, from 9:45-10:15 am to learn practical insights on sustaining meaningful DEI impact.

02/25/2026

For , Accra honors the legacy of Black caregivers. One such caregiver is Mary Eliza Mahoney, the first licensed African American nurse. She began her career at the New England Hospital for Women and Children, working there for 15 years and doing more than just nursing duties; she also acted as a janitor, cook, and washer woman over the years.

Mahoney became the first African American to graduate from an American school of nursing in 1879. Throughout her career, she helped to encourage greater equality for African Americans and improve access to education and standardized nursing practices. Mahoney chose to spend much of her career as a private nurse, focusing on the needs of her individual clients.

We are reminded by figures like Mary Eliza Mahoney that caregiving is a vital profession and can make a huge difference in individual lives. Thank you to our Black caregivers who are carrying on her legacy by providing personalized care to our clients: You are appreciated.