Showcasing Our Homes–County Road F
Each of our Hammer & NER homes is unique because of the people who live and work there. Each month we will “showcase” one of our homes (or apartment programs) and celebrate the people who live there and the staff who support them. Let’s meet the County Road F home in White Bear Lake!
Marking the Grave of a Remarkable Woman
Alvina Hammer’s founding of Hammer School in 1923 has impacted the lives of thousands of people living with intellectual and other disabilities. Some 57 years after her death, Alvina remains a revered visionary in the disability services field. Now, 57 years after her death, we are honored and humbled to mark her final resting place.
The Story of Ralph
Ralph Rosenvold was a little fellow with eyes filled with merriment and good nature with a smile that cracked his round, jolly face. He was one of the first students of Hammer School In a very special way, he became a symbol of Hammer around Wayzata, endearing himself to people for almost 65 years.
Alvina & Evelyn
Alvina Hammer and Evelyn Carlson were two pioneering women who believed children with developmental disabilities could learn and flourish and devoted their lives to creating a school and services designed to meet their special needs. Their vision and their work greatly influenced disability services across Minnesota and the country.
Celebrating Our Direct Support Professionals
Direct Support Professional Recognition Week (Sept. 10-16) is a great opportunity to highlight our dedicated, caring, and innovative direct support professionals who are the heart and soul of supports for people with disabilities. It’s important to recognize and celebrate the amazing and often unsung work of these incredible professionals. It’s just a small fraction of the recognition that they deserve throughout the year.
Learning by Living
It’s back-to-school season and as today’s children head back to class, we take a look back at Hammer School, founded 100 years ago, and share some memories of the school and its pupils.
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