Living Well Disability Services

05/12/2026

Patio planting party at Inndale!

Music and movement enjoyed by all-
Thank you Cindy!

05/11/2026

A Grateful Celebration of Lasting Partnership

At Living Well, we are continually reminded that meaningful partnerships create lasting impact. Over the past two weeks—at the start of our Spring Appeal—we received two generous gifts that reflect the incredible and ongoing support for our mission.

We were honored to welcome representatives from Walser Automotive Group and Walser Subaru St. Paul to our Thompson home for a special check presentation and tour. Through the
Subaru Share the Love Event, their partnership has now contributed more than $101,000 to Living Well since 2022—including an extraordinary $28,078.34 this year alone.

We are deeply grateful to the team at Walser Subaru St. Paul and every customer who chose Living Well during the campaign. Your support helps create opportunities, experiences, and community connections for people impacted by disabilities.

We are also profoundly thankful to Walt and Mary Jo Roberts for their recent $20,000 gift and their many years of faithful support.

The Roberts family’s connection to Living Well began through their son, who lived in our homes for many years. Over decades, they have remained steadfast supporters—through annual giving, Gala participation, and ongoing engagement. Even after John’s passing in 2018, their commitment has continued across generations. In 2023, they were recognized as our Donor Dreammaker Award recipients.

Their generosity and enduring partnership mean so much to our community.

Because of partners like Walser Subaru St. Paul and the Roberts family, people impacted by disabilities have access to meaningful experiences, personalized supports, welcoming homes, and opportunities to thrive in community.

To everyone who supports Living Well—through giving, volunteering, advocacy, or partnership—thank you. Your generosity strengthens our mission and helps ensure Living Well remains a place of belonging and opportunity for years to come.

We are truly grateful to be on this journey together.

05/08/2026

It’s our annual pre Mother’s Day flower and herb delivery day!! Houses receive plants for raised garden beds, and together tend their gardens all summer long!

Special thanks to Jean Larson and the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum.
For over 30 years, Living Well has partnered with them to bring nature, gardening, and outdoor experiences into our homes and programs. What began in 1993 through the vision of our founder Karen Pate and the Institute for Community Integration continues to enrich the lives of the people we support and our staff every day.

And a huge shoutout to our amazing volunteers, and everyone at the houses for dedicating time and effort to watching the grands bloom!

1st pic: Jean and volunteers organizing plants

2nd pic: Vince and Michael, 2 of our 8 delivery volunteers

3rd pic: Ryen at Selkirk was excited to receive the flowers!

05/08/2026

1983 - Happy Mother's Day

05/07/2026

Our DSP of the week is ... Anastasia! She is a float and works at several homes, and is a star at all of them. Meet her with the link below.

05/01/2026

1977 Dakota's Children

05/01/2026

Please join us in wishing John from Inndale a happy birthday 🎉

04/30/2026

Our DSP of the week is ... Sanja. She works at our 3807 apartments and has ben with Living Well for over 10 years!

Meet her with the link below...

04/30/2026

April marks Global Volunteer Appreciation Month, with last week dedicated to Volunteer Week—a time to recognize the extraordinary impact volunteers make every day. With 36 homes, more than 300 people supported, and 550 employees, there is always more to be done than time allows. That’s why every volunteer hour matters, directly advancing Living Well’s mission to provide exceptional care beyond the basics.

We see the impact in real time—in brighter days, fuller homes, and stronger connections. Whether it’s yard work, meal prep, painting, or joining daily activities, volunteers step in wherever they’re needed. They read, play games, listen to music, and spend time simply being present—and we’re grateful they continue to show up.

To showcase the impact volunteers have on organizations, the Independent Sector estimated the national value of volunteer time in 2025 at $36.14 per hour, with Minnesota reaching an impressive $39.80. While those numbers are powerful, the true value of volunteering at Living Well Disability Services goes far beyond dollars.

At Living Well, our volunteer community is made up of some incredible groups—students, corporate partners, and families/service organizations, each bringing unique energy, compassion, and commitment to the people we support. Together, they create connection, joy, and a deep sense of belonging. And they collectively tell us they often find they receive just as much in return.

Read full stoy and meet our volunters with the link below...

(Special thanks to our Volunteer Program Manager, Kathy Anderson, CVA, for seamlessly introducing our amazing volunteers to our mission)

April marks Global Volunteer Appreciation Month, with last week dedicated to National Volunteer Week—a time to recognize the extraordinary impact volunteers make every day. With 36 homes, more than 300 people supported, and 550 employees, there is always more to be done than time allows. That’s ...

04/27/2026

The 3801 crew dressed up and celebrated at a TSE fashion show event last weekend! Peggy was a model and her sisters bought a table, generously inviting everyone. ❤️

What is TSE? They are is a non-profit organization that services people with developmental disabilities in employment opportunities and meaningful community connections.

04/24/2026

Volunteer Appreciation Week | Day Five!
Let's wrap up our week of shout-outs by recognizing the absolutely amazing students that volunteer with us. They bring curiosity, insight, and compassion to all their interactions with the people Living Well supports. In addition to spending fun time with people, some students participate in advocacy activities as well. We are eternally grateful for the students' passion for disability justice and inclusion today and into the future!