Family, extended.
Hammer & NER’s mission is to provide people with intellectual and other disabilities the opportunity to live life to its fullest. We fulfill our mission daily by helping the people we support live meaningful and self-directed lives. In partnership with you, we will continue to open doors and unlock possibilities for the people we serve in our homes, apartments, and with our case management and care coordination services.
Look for Ralph!
As you explore our services and opportunities, just look for Ralph to help guide you!
Join us—there is a place for YOU in our community!
Give
Our extended family of donors make a world of difference in the quality of life we can provide the people we serve. Your gift of support stays right here in our community.
Volunteer
Many of the people we serve would love a friend to take a walk with, bake cookies, get a pedicure, or share a love of reading. An hour here and there can make a BIG difference in someone’s life.
Advocate
Our easy-to-use Advocacy Alert portal helps you email local legislators to encourage them to act on issues important to people with disabilities and those who care for them.
Case Management
& Care Coordination
You may contact our department directly by calling 952-277-2469.
Supporting People in Homes & Apartments
Hammer & NER provide housing and supportive services for people living with intellectual and developmental disabilities in group homes and apartment program settings. We are committed to our mission to provide the people we serve the opportunity to live life to its fullest.
To learn more, contact Chris Chica, Residential Services Coordinator at cchica@hammer.org or call 952-277-2449.
Read the latest stories in our blog
Inside you’ll find news, updates, and stories: from the people we serve and the families we work with; of the people who work and volunteer here; of our long, rich history and our vision for the future.
First Impressions from a Newbie
Isaiah Allen joined Hammer & NER as the Chief Development Officer in January. The role is responsible for leading the fundraising efforts that support our work. This is his first role with the organization. His most recent job was with an organization that supported young people from low-income backgrounds in getting into and completing college, not disability services. He has been learning how everything we do works and supports our mission to provide the people we serve the opportunity to live life to its fullest. Here he shares the perspective of someone who is encountering Hammer & NER for the first time and digging deep into how it works.
Empowering the Heart & Soul
Spirituality can help people with disabilities feel a sense of belonging, purpose, and comfort and can support them during difficult times. Here we share the stories of ministries that have created safe and welcoming faith communities for those with intellectual and other disabilities to receive spiritual nourishment and express what is in their hearts while being in community with others and feeling connected to something larger than themselves.
Old Friends Are Among the Best Friends
If you are fortunate enough to have a friend you have known for 30, 40, 50 years or more, you know what a special gift you have. You have weathered challenges and changes together, celebrated one another’s successes, and learned from each other. Such is the case for our long-time partnership with the folks of the Lions Club of Wayzata.