Help Support Specialized Training
Greetings, I was fresh out of college when I began my career at Hammer 47 years ago. I provided direct support to young adults living in the dorms on the Hammer campus. As I advanced in my career, I could see the difference we were making in people’s lives by...
Alvina’s Angels: Monthly Givers We Know We Can Count On
Monthly donors, a group we lovingly call Alvina’s Angels after our founder Alvina Hammer, provide a consistent and dependable investment in our work. As a monthly donor, you choose an amount that meets your monthly budget and each month your gift will be automatically billed to your credit card or debited from your checking account. Your regular, reliable donations make it easier for both you and Hammer & NER to budget and plan.
Traveling the Road Together
In the months ahead, we will roll out specialized training and the co-op structure to our East metro programs. This is part of our Second Century project which is already in full swing in the West metro. Specialized training topics are assigned to specific homes based on the needs of the individuals supported. Our Learning Management System assigns all related specialized training to employees within that co-op.
The Growing Friendship of Brooke & Kris
Ever since Brooke Vidlund was a little girl, she has had friends and classmates who had special needs. After college, she wanted to continue to be involved with those with developmental disabilities. Brooke first became aware of Hammer & NER in 2019. After she applied to volunteer, Brooke was introduced to Kris. Now Brooke and Kris have many stories to share about their friendship.
Meet the Ladies of Black Oaks
The four lovely ladies who share life together at our Black Oaks home in Plymouth have lived together for decades. Diana, Mary, Jackie, and Judy have experienced many of life’s ups and downs, challenges and successes, together. As they have aged, their lives have changed in significant ways: They’re slowing down and need more assistance with the activities of daily living and moving around their home. Everything takes a little longer. As their lives and needs change, so too must their staff. Ongoing advanced training is needed to help staff care for the more complex needs of Mary, Judy, Diana, and Jackie.
The Essential Role of Siblings
The relationship between siblings is one of the most enduring and multifaceted connections in life. For those with a sibling living with an intellectual or developmental disability, this bond can be especially profound. Siblings often take on roles that extend beyond friendship and familial ties—they can become advocates, caregivers, and crucial supporters.
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