Accra Homecare

03/21/2026

39% of people with intellectual disabilities often feel lonely, compared to 14% of people without disabilities.

It's World Down Syndrome Day, and this year's theme, "Together Against Loneliness" addresses the profound loneliness people with Down Syndrome and their families can feel. Loneliness is not just a 'sad feeling', it is harmful to mental health and happens when people are not supported to build and maintain connections with others.

Accra helps address this loneliness through the services we offer. Our caregivers, chosen by our clients, provide companionship and support, both one on one and in the community. Accra is committed to making spaces more inclusive and fostering community for people of all abilities.

To explore our programs, visit https://www.accrahomecare.org/

03/20/2026

We're excited to share that two weeks ago, Team Accra jumped into Lake Nokomis for the 2026 Polar Plunge and raised $12,709 for Special Olympics Minnesota!🧡

Thank you so much to everyone who donated. Accra is proud to support the Special Olympics with year-round training and services to athletes with intellectual disabilities across Minnesota.

Lastly, thank you to every staff member who bravely took the plunge!

03/18/2026

A completely packed room for an important conversation.

During last week's MSSA (Minnesota Social Service Association) conference, Accra's DEI Manager, Mary Ngunu, presented "Leading DEI with Courage in Uncertain Times" to a full room of social service professionals.

DEI work matters. When we lead DEI with courage, we ensure every person is seen, respected, understood, and served fully.

The level of interest and participation in this session speaks to the commitment across our field to continue moving this work forward. Thank you to everyone who showed up and engaged with our presentation. 🧡

Interested in how we apply DEI at Accra? Visit https://www.accrahomecare.org/about-us/careers/diversity-equity-inclusion/

03/13/2026

This year’s MSSA (Minnesota Social Service Association) Conference was incredible.

Every conversation we had reinforced the dedication Social Workers, Case Managers, and other professionals bring to the people and communities we serve. Our team is leaving feeling energized to have spent the past few days with like-minded people who care so deeply about their work.

We’re grateful for the connections we made and look forward to continuing these conversations throughout the year. 🧡

If you’re working with someone who could benefit from Accra’s services & supports, we want to connect with you! https://www.accrahomecare.org/getting-started/client-referral/

03/12/2026

Kicking off day 2 of the MSSA (Minnesota Social Service Association) conference!

Yesterday we had such a great time connecting with so many people who stopped by to say hello and share the important work they're doing for their communities. We're looking forward to many more great conversations today 🧡

Join us at booth 1110/1010 to meet the Accra Team and learn how we support Minnesotans with care needs in living safely and independently.

03/11/2026

For Social Worker Appreciation Month, Accra is so excited to host an appreciation happy hour TONIGHT!

Come find the Accra team in the Lower Long Room at Brit's Pub from 4–6. We’re so excited to celebrate the people who make it possible for Minnesotans to access the care and support they need. 🧡

02/27/2026

In a time when many organizations are retreating from equity work, Accra continues to push forward.

Accra’s DEI Manager, Mary Ngunu, will be presenting “Unleashing the Storm: Leading DEI with Courage in Uncertain Times” at the MSSA (Minnesota Social Service Association) conference.

This session explores what it means to lead DEI in a climate of fear, resistance, and politicized funding. We’ll discuss the challenges, the importance of staying the course, and how to respond with courage and strategy.

Mark your calendars for Friday, March 13th, from 9:45-10:15 am to learn practical insights on sustaining meaningful DEI impact.

02/25/2026

For , Accra honors the legacy of Black caregivers. One such caregiver is Mary Eliza Mahoney, the first licensed African American nurse. She began her career at the New England Hospital for Women and Children, working there for 15 years and doing more than just nursing duties; she also acted as a janitor, cook, and washer woman over the years.

Mahoney became the first African American to graduate from an American school of nursing in 1879. Throughout her career, she helped to encourage greater equality for African Americans and improve access to education and standardized nursing practices. Mahoney chose to spend much of her career as a private nurse, focusing on the needs of her individual clients.

We are reminded by figures like Mary Eliza Mahoney that caregiving is a vital profession and can make a huge difference in individual lives. Thank you to our Black caregivers who are carrying on her legacy by providing personalized care to our clients: You are appreciated.

02/20/2026

Two weeks from today, Accra is taking THE PLUNGE! ❄️

The Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Minnesota helps fund year-round training and services to thousands of athletes with intellectual disabilities. It's a cause that reflects what we at Accra value everyday: inclusion, opportunity, and community.

Join us on Friday, March 6th from 2 - 5 PM at Lake Nakomis for:

🕑 Minneapolis Corporate Hour: https://tinyurl.com/5athsseh
🥶 Plunge with Team Accra: https://tinyurl.com/mrkfkynf
🧡 Or support the cause: https://tinyurl.com/ykfdbvxh

See you then!

02/12/2026

Team Accra is at LeadingAge Minnesota's 2026 Institute & Expo event! 🧡

Stop by booth #147 to meet our team and learn how Accra supports older adults and Minnesotans of all ages & abilities to live safely and independently.

Whether you're an industry leader, community partner, or curious about homecare options for yourself or a loved one — we'd love to connect with you!

12/31/2025

As we close out 2025, we want to personally thank all of our clients and DSPs who trust Accra to be their homecare partner. 🧡

This has been a challenging year for the homecare community due to uncertainty around the state's Medicaid audit. Here's what we want people to know about Accra during this time:

🔸 We are financially strong and fully prepared to continue regularly scheduled caregiver payroll, even through delayed DHS payment periods.

🔸We take compliance with utmost seriousness. Accra has the most forward-leaning compliance team in Minnesota, focused daily on preventing fraud and protecting the long-term viability of services.

🔸We're committed to ensuring every Minnesotan can receive the high-quality care and support they deserve. If you know individuals or families in your community who are experiencing delays or disruptions, please know we are currently accepting referrals across all of our programs and ready to help support them.

We've updated our blog with clear information about the update from Optum, what's happening throughout the homecare industry, and how to navigate this moment for yourself and others in the disability community.

Read & share:

Begining Dec. 1, 2025, DHS will audit Medicaid services. Accra will continue all caregiver pay and client care with no disruption statewide.

12/23/2025

Navigating self-directed homecare in Minnesota? A Support Planner can make all the difference. ⭐

If you’re considering (or already using) self-directed homecare programs like Consumer-Directed Community Supports (CDCS), a Support Planner can be a game changer for you or your loved one. They can help you build a person-centered plan, create a realistic budget, and navigate Minnesota’s self-directed homecare requirements with confidence.

Read our guide to understand:

✅ What a Support Planner really does
✅ When one might be right for you or your loved one
✅ How to interview and choose the right planner

🔗 Read our full guide here: https://www.accrahomecare.org/support-planners-trusted-guides-for-self-directed-homecare-in-minnesota/

💬 Question for you: Have you ever worked with a Support Planner? What was the most helpful part of the process?
👇 Comment below — we'd love to hear from you and learn from your experience!

Designed for individuals and families in Minnesota who are considering or already using self-directed homecare programs such as CDCS.