Access Press

01/17/2026

Looking for resources and services? The Access Press Directory is a great place to start.
https://accesspress.org/directory/

01/17/2026

Minnesota Children's Museum plans for all children to have a good time. See their accessibility resources at https://mcm.org/accessibility/

01/17/2026

Snack and support Interact Center for Visual and Performing Arts!

We love Sunrise Banks ‼️ If you are in the Como neighborhood, please stop by the Park Perks Coffee Bar at Sunrise Banks and purchase a cup of coffee, apple cider or fresh baked cookies! ☕️🍪 Proceeds this month and next month will go to Interact Center 😍🥳 The address is: 2300 Como Ave, St Paul, MN 55108 Thank you!

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01/17/2026

Free Jan 22 webinar from ABLE National Resource Center on 2026 changes to ABLE accounts.

Big changes are coming to ABLE in 2026. Join the ABLE National Resource Center on January 22 to learn what’s new and what it means for you. Register now at https://www.ablenrc.org/january-22-webinar-2026-the-year-of-new-able-opportunities/.

Image description: A green graphic from the ABLE National Resource Center with the ABLE logo in the top left. Large white text reads, “Reasons why you should attend our Jan 22 webinar:” followed by five bullet points. The reasons listed are: “Understand the eligibility expansion to age 46,” “Get a plain-language breakdown of what’s changing in 2026,” “Discover how ABLE can help you achieve financial independence without compromising key benefits,” “Receive expert guidance and practical next steps,” and “Get answers to common questions in real time.”

01/17/2026

Eleven students from NIU’s Visual Disabilities program visited the Wisconsin School for the Blind and Visually Impaired in Janesville to observe teaching strategies and daily life skills classes, including Braille lessons and orientation and mobility training. This visit helped future teachers better understand the unique needs of students with visual impairments and consider careers they may not have explored. What do you think is the most valuable experience for educators training to work with visually impaired students? Source:

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Eleven students in NIU’s program in Visual Disabilities gained close-up exposure this fall to a career option they might never had considered. Molly Pasley, assistant professor in the Department of Special and Early Education, drove the group to the Wisconsin School for the Blind and Visually Impa...

01/16/2026

Stay healthy out there. Here's to a good weekend and keeping the risk of illness at a minimum--especially for those at highest risk. From CDC, here's the current data for Minnesota. https://www.cdc.gov/respiratory-viruses/data/

01/16/2026

From what seems like another time--but is only 4 months ago, this CDC resource on being a ALLY and promoting inclusion for all. You may have people you want to share this with.

Advocate for accessibility and equitable health with resources, images, and social media content.

01/16/2026

Are you facing financial hardship, or are you unable to cover your bills for this month? DSAMn offers an emergency financial assistance program for families in need. Funds can help cover a rent or mortgage payment, utility bills, groceries, or other daily living needs. You can fill out this request....

01/16/2026

Group home executives in one state are making as much as $2.37 million while the direct support professionals who feed, bathe and spend time with residents with disabilities earn just $21 an hour.

01/16/2026

Minnesotans need extra love right now—and we’re sending it out to everyone. One of the best ways to spread that love is by coming together and connecting with one another. Come down and warm your spirit at Interact’s 30th Anniversary, Family Friendly,Valentine’s Cabaret: Works from the Heart—an enchanting evening dedicated to connection and creativity. Join us for an unforgettable fusion of live music, dance, and visual art that celebrates love in all its forms. We can’t wait to spend time with you. Ticket information is below or go to www.our.show/fromtheheart
Questions? Please email Raleigh at raleigh@interactcenter.com

01/16/2026

Could a simple finger‑prick blood test change Alzheimer’s detection?

A new study shows that Alzheimer’s biomarkers can be reliably measured from blood collected at home with a finger‑prick and mailed to a lab, without refrigeration or complicated processing. This could make research participation easier worldwide and pave the way for broader, remote screening options. Source:

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A new international study has demonstrated that Alzheimer's disease biomarkers can be accurately detected using simple finger-prick blood samples that can be collected at home and mailed to laboratories without refrigeration or prior processing.

01/16/2026

Can type 2 diabetes influence brain health and survival in Parkinson’s disease?

A new study of over 158,000 older adults found that type 2 diabetes is linked to a higher risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, dementia, and death. However, once Parkinson’s is diagnosed, diabetes doesn’t significantly raise the risk of dementia or death, except in people under 70, where the risk for dementia progression remained elevated. Researchers say the findings point to the need for age-aware screening and prevention strategies. Source:

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