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40 Stories in 40 Days
In 2012, Dakota Communities celebrated 40 incredible years of partnering with people with disabilities to realize their goals and potential. In each of the 40 days leading up to our Anniversary Gala, we unveiled a story or memory from the past.


Recognized by United Way
3/25/2013
Molly Halls Honored with 'ARRM Cares Award'
3/25/2013
Rep. Marion O'Neill Visits Buffalo Home
3/22/2013
30 Legislator Visits and a Hearing: ARRM Day 2013
3/08/2013
We're Featured in ANCOR's Newsletter
3/05/2013
Chilly Boundary Waters Winter Adventures
2/28/2013
Introducing our 2013 Policy Platform
2/15/2013
Board Departures and New Members
2/04/2013
What We Accomplished Together
1/17/2013
Our 40th Anniversary year was filled with many successes.
Twice as Nice: Tapemark Gives Generously in 2012
12/21/2012
Mission Statement & Vision 2013
12/21/2012
We are part of United Way's 110% Campaign
12/14/2012
Over $7,000 Raised for People at Dakota Communities
11/16/2012
Life Saving Employees Recognized
9/19/2012
A Fond Farewell and Welcome to Ghazi Akailvi
8/20/2012
Allina Health Grant "Well" Received
7/20/2012
Tapemark Pro-Am Photos posted
6/08/2012
Tapemark Charity Pro-Am photos posted.
Legislative Session Wrap-Up
5/25/2012
'Feeling Good at 40' Anniversary Gala Results
5/23/2012
Dakota Communities Announces Jaclyn Schroeder as VP of Development
3/14/2012
Jaclyn Schroeder is joining Dakota Communities on May 1st as the Vice President of Development.
'Sainted' in the Pioneer Press
2/27/2012
Julie Manworren Appointed as President & CEO
1/16/2012
January 16, 2012  The Dakota Communities Board of Directors is extremely pleased to announce the hiring of Julie Manworren as the new President and CEO of the organization.
Breaking down barriers, one bell-ringing at a time
12/30/2011
December 25, 2011 - Tom Kuehlwein, who lives at a Dakota Communities home in South St. Paul, is giving back this holiday season. (Southwest Review article)
A Helping Paw
11/28/2011
November 28, 2011 - Three-legged dog Casey has found kindred spirits in Pam and three others who live at Dakota Communities Thompson home in West St. Paul.  (Pioneer Press article)
Speaking Out in Burnsville
10/14/2011
October 14, 2011 Town Hall Forum in Burnsville
Elgin Court Opens as Dakota Communities' 33rd Home
9/01/2011
September 1, 2011 - Dakota Communities is excited to announce the opening of its first home in five years: Elgin Court in Apple Valley. 
Wellness Success in Burnsville
6/08/2011
June 8, 2011- Healthy choices are a way of life for the eight people we support at our Kennelly home in Burnsville.
Melissa Hassebroek Honored with ANCOR Award
6/01/2011
June 2011 - Dakota Communities Senior Advocate Melissa Hassebroek was honored as Minnesota's Direct Support Professional of 2011.
Wellness for Everyone
5/31/2011
May 31, 2011 - Hennepin County has once again recognized Dakota Communities with its Wellness by Design Award.
Tapemark Charity Pro-Am 400 for 40
5/18/2011
May 18, 2011 - Announcing Tapemark Charity Pro-Am's 40th Annual Golf Tournament.
"Institutions to Independence" Documentary
9/11/2010
View the short film documenting the history of services for Minnesotans with disabilities.
STARS Learn About Voting and Meet Candidates
9/10/2010
Fall 2010 - STARS members learn about voting.
We've Met the Standards
7/01/2010
July 1, 2010 - Dakota Communities receives Charities Review Seal.
Disabled clients get fit — and so does the staff
5/23/2010
May 23, 2010--Dakota Communities' successful wellness program is featured in the Pioneer Press.
Breakaway Volunteer: Michelle Fischer
12/29/2009
December 29, 2009 - We congratulate Michelle Fischer.
Dakota Communities Honored with Boggs Mitchell Award
10/30/2009
October 30, 2009 - Dakota Communities Honored with Boggs Mitchell Aeard for Inclusive Recreation.
Dakota Communities Featured on KARE11 News
5/11/2009
May 11, 2009 - Dakota Communities is featured in a lead news story.
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