Steven’s New Forever Home
Steve was five years old when our parents made the heart-breaking decision, along with input from their priest and family doctor, to move him to a state institution. Thankfully, as the years went by, community group homes became available. In 1997, Steve moved into NER’s Arcade home where he lived for 27 years, having been blessed with mostly the same roommates the entire time. Our family and Steve had looked to Arcade as his forever home. However, as he has grown older, his health has declined, and we knew we needed to move him to a one-level home. We knew the change would be tough. But we found him his new forever home!
Showcasing Our Homes–Currie
Each of our Hammer & NER homes is unique because of the people who live and work there. The “Showcasing Our Homes” profiles celebrate our homes (and apartment programs), the people who live there, and the staff who support them. Let’s learn about the Currie home in Maplewood!
Showcasing Our Homes–Zealand Apartments
Each of our Hammer & NER homes is unique because of the people who live and work there. The “Showcasing Our Homes” profiles celebrate our homes (and apartment programs), the people who live there, and the staff who support them. Let’s learn about the Zealand apartment program in New Hope!
Paws of Friendship
Seventeen years ago, Bethany Collins set out on a journey that would change her life. She had just adopted a playful Australian Shepherd puppy, Chase, and knew she wanted to get involved in animal therapy with him. After searching online, she found Hammer & NER. and was quickly drawn to the idea of pairing her new pup with someone who could benefit from his loving nature. Little did she know how profound this decision would be.
A Wedding to Remember
At Hammer & NER, it’s key for our staff to build meaningful relationships with the individuals we support, fostering a sense of community that extends far beyond the workplace. One remarkable example of this was seen in August, when Emma Handeland, Program Manager...
Preparing to Manage Your Sibling’s Care
Growing up, siblings of people with intellectual disabilities will watch their parents care for all aspects of their brother or sister’s life, even during young adulthood. As they grow older, these siblings may wonder where they belong in terms of their involvement with caretaking and decision making as the parents usually continue to manage the bulk of responsibility. Often, it’s not until the parents are aging that adult siblings will begin to interact more with service providers.
Recent Comments