How a Bad Day Led to a New Career
Virginia began her career at Hammer in 1985 as a support staff. When our Jersey home was built, a team was put together of seasoned staff. She was one of them. She has been here ever since, which is about 20 years.
What Does Family, Extended Mean?
Lisbeth Armstrong started her connection with the Hammer family as a teenager, working on school breaks during high school and college. One of the first people she met at Hammer was Lynn. The two women had an instant connection.
The Tireless Advocacy of a Parent
Decades before the ADA was passed, Bob Lockwood worked to get his daughters the support, education, and resources they needed to live full lives. In 1985, Bob and his wife opened one of the first group homes in Minnesota, and later joined the Northeast Residences family in 2016.
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.
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