July is Disability Pride Month, dedicated to celebrating the diversity, resilience and independence of individuals with disabilities. This yearly celebration aims to raise awareness and understanding about disabilities while highlighting the achievements, experiences and challenges within the disability community.

Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) recently announced that Community First Services and Supports (CFSS) will begin implementation starting on October 1, 2024. PICS (Partners in Community Supports) will offer support for CFSS, and we wanted to share more information about this new program.

At PICS (Partners in Community Supports), we love getting to know the families we work with. Our PICS Family Spotlight series offers the opportunity to learn more about an individual or family that has chosen to partner with us for their services. This month, we are happy to introduce Veneta and her daughter, Roxie!

Summer is a time for sunshine, warmth and endless possibilities for fun and adventure. Finding inclusive activities that cater to individuals with disabilities can sometimes be a challenge. However, with a bit of creativity and planning, there are plenty of opportunities for everyone to enjoy the summer months to the fullest.

At PICS (Partners in Community Supports), a subsidiary of Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota (LSS), much of our work is behind the scenes. Our Employee Spotlight helps you learn more about our team. This month, learn about Stacey Abdouch, director of services at PICS!

Taking care of a loved one is beautiful, but it can also be very demanding, both emotionally and physically. Caregivers often get so focused on the care of their loved ones that they forget to take care of themselves. Self-care may sound like a trendy term, but it is essential to ensure that you stay healthy — mentally and physically.

Did you know that April is Autism Acceptance Month? It's a time to celebrate and appreciate the unique experiences and perspectives of individuals who are on the autism spectrum. According to the Autism Society of Minnesota (AuSM), one in 34 Minnesotans has autism.

At PICS (Partners in Community Supports), a subsidiary of Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota (LSS), much of our work is behind the scenes. Our Employee Spotlight helps you learn more about our team. This month, learn about Alex Welty, senior human resource specialist at PICS!

At PICS (Partners in Community Supports), we love getting to know the families we work with. Our PICS Family Spotlight series offers the opportunity to learn more about an individual or family that has chosen to partner with us for their services. This month, we are happy to introduce Annie and her son, John!

Minnesota empower older adults by offering support through programs like Elderly Waiver (EW) and Alternative Care (AC) that aim to providing crucial services that enable them to age in place comfortably. Both programs are for adults 65 and older who require nursing home-level care but prefer to remain in their homes and communities.