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My name is Steve Reinardy, and I was born with Familial Muscular Dystrophy and a stuttering defect – but that’s not how I define myself. I’ve always been motivated to learn and have a strong desire to succeed. Through hard work and getting the support I needed, I graduated from Hastings High School with a … Read more

  Back in 2000, the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce surveyed our business community in order to understand what challenges they were facing. We heard overwhelmingly that organizations and businesses were struggling to find people with the correct skill sets to fill available jobs – skills that did not require a four-year degree, but rather technical, … Read more

  A cross country runner in Oregon broke down in tears when he was surprised with the news that he will become the first professional Nike athlete in history with cerebral palsy. The moment Justin Gallegos, 20, got the news that he got a contract with Nike was captured in a heartwarming video. Watch & read … Read more

  Thanks to all the sponsors, committee members, staff, and donors for making MDI’s 3rd annual Ability Bash a smashing success! 78 New Donors 49 New In-Kind Donors 1 New Sponsor …and together we raised $89,515! Your support helped advanced the career opportunities for people with disabilities. It was a very special night. View picture slideshow here.

  A workforce that empowers everyone is good for job seekers as well as job creators. Observed each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month celebrates the contributions of workers with disabilities and educates all about the value of a workforce inclusive of their skills and talents. Read this week’s featured individuals and why they feel an inclusive and integrated … Read more

  A workforce that empowers everyone is good for job seekers as well as job creators. Observed each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month celebrates the contributions of workers with disabilities and educates all about the value of a workforce inclusive of their skills and talents. Read this week’s featured individuals and why they feel an inclusive and integrated … Read more

A workforce that empowers everyone is good for job seekers as well as job creators. Observed each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month celebrates the contributions of workers with disabilities and educates all about the value of a workforce inclusive of their skills and talents. Read this week’s featured individuals and why they feel an inclusive and integrated environment empowers … Read more

A workforce that empowers everyone is good for job seekers as well as job creators. Observed each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month celebrates the contributions of workers with disabilities and educates all about the value of a workforce inclusive of their skills and talents. Read this week’s featured individuals and why they feel an inclusive and integrated environment empowers … Read more

  October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month and MDI will be featuring 31 individuals, one each day, in support.  All featured individuals play an important part in fostering a more inclusive workforce, one where every person is recognized for his or her abilities. Held annually, National Disability Employment Awareness Month is led by the U.S. Department of … Read more

MDI recognizes National Direct Support Professional Week September 9th – 15th. Staff members are crucial to supporting people with disabilities in the community. To recognize the accomplishments and contributions made by direct support professionals to the lives of people with disabilities, MDI in the communities of Cohasset, Grand Rapids, Hibbing and Minneapolis, along with the Minnesota … Read more