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07/08/2025

We're proud to be part of the 2025 Disability Pride Festival in Madison on Saturday, July 26 at Warner Park from 12–5 PM. The festival kicks off with a parade at noon — walk or roll with us! 💚♿

📍 Warner Park, Madison, WI
🗓️ Saturday, July 26
🕛 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Let's celebrate disability pride, inclusion, and community together!

06/26/2025

One of our PremierFMS-UT families is in the news! Ogden sisters Kassie and Kari Harbath, along with Kari’s daughter, Sloan, on Sept. 23, 2024. The sisters created a scholarship fund for their late mother, who loved Weber State University.

🔗 Read their story: https://www.ksl.com/article/51329265/ogden-sisters-push-through-devastating-trials-to-create-scholarship-fund-for-their-mom

📷 Benjamin Zack, Weber State University

06/25/2025

💬 "Caregiving is one of the most important—and most overlooked—roles in our society."

PBS's documentary "Caregiving" takes a powerful look at the emotional, financial, and everyday realities faced by caregivers across the country.

At PremierFMS, we believe in honoring and empowering caregivers through self-directed care—a model that gives families the ability to choose their own support systems.

🎥 Watch the film. Share your story. And learn how self-direction can help you take control of your care journey.

🔗 pbs.org/video/caregiving

06/19/2025

Today we honor Juneteenth, Freedom Day — a powerful reminder of the ongoing fight for liberation, equity, and dignity. 🖤❤️💚

In home care, freedom means having a say in your support. Self-direction lets you choose who helps you and how.

06/15/2025

National Awareness Day: June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) was launched by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World Health Organization at the United Nations. The purpose of WEAAD is to provide an opportunity for communities around the world to promote a better understanding of abuse and neglect of older persons by raising awareness of the cultural, social, economic and demographic processes affecting elder abuse and neglect.

To learn more:

WEAAD Home | ABOUT | TOOLS & TIPS | TAKE ACTION | EVENTS | SOCIAL MEDIA world elder abuse awareness day is june 15th World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) was launched by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World Health Organization at the United Nations. The purpos...

06/02/2025

Pride and self-direction go hand in hand. This Pride Month, we’re celebrating the power of choice, identity, and building support that truly fits who you are. Read our latest article on how self-direction empowers LGBTQIA+ participants to live authentically — every day of the year.

https://premier-fms.com/pride-2025/

05/26/2025

This Memorial Day, PremierFMS honors and remembers the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice reminds us of the true meaning of freedom. We are grateful for their courage and unwavering dedication.

# SelfDirection

04/08/2025

Josh, a participant enrolled with PremierFMS' sister company, SequoiaSD, and his mother and primary caregiver, Beth Martinko, are featured in a recent article from Capital & Main highlighting their efforts to protect Josh's access to Medicaid-funded support.

Read the full article written by Jeremy Lindenfeld below:

https://capitalandmain.com/a-mothers-battle-to-protect-her-sons-care

Medicaid is a lifeline for people with disabilities like Josh Lockwood-Wewer. As GOP lawmakers push for cuts, his mother is taking a stand.

04/02/2025

As part of World Autism Acceptance Month, PremierFMS celebrates World Autism Day today!

We'll be at the Autism Conference this week form April 3-5 at the Kalahari Resort in the Wisconsin Dells. Stop by our booth and say hello!

How can you get involved with World Autism Acceptance Month?

Join the the Autism Society of Greater Wisconsin's New to Autism Virtual Group on April 21 from 6:30 - 7:30 PM

The group discusses common experiences, resources, and share information on the Autism Society.

Follow the link below to learn more and register for the monthly meeting ⬇
https://tinyurl.co

You can also show off your support by wearing blue and using the hashtag throughout the month of April and tag .

03/28/2025

We'll be there!!

Make sure to look out for PremierFMS at the Autism Society of Greater Wisconsin's Annual Conference next week at the Kalahari Convention Center.

For more more information on the conference, click the link below ⬇

https://tinyurl.com/3kd4jmye

03/20/2025

Our spring newsletters are out now!

These letters provide information on local and national self-direction news, upcoming dates to add your calendar, and learn about participant stories.

Check out our Wisconsin, Utah, and Veterans Affairs newsletters below and subscribe today for future editions:

📰 Wisconsin Newsletter - https://conta.cc/4kDdFKU
📰 Utah Newsletter - https://conta.cc/4htZogI
📰 VA Newsletter - https://conta.cc/3R1uRvU
📝 Subscribe - http://tinyurl.com/ycye6xsf

02/24/2025

As we celebrate Black History Month, PremierFMS recognizes and honors the impactful contributions of Black advocates who have dedicated themselves to advancing the rights and inclusivity of individuals with disabilities.

Wilma Rudolph defied the odds to become an Olympic champion and a trailblazer for social change.

After being diagnosed with polio and scarlet fever as a child, she overcame physical challenges to win three gold medals in track and field at the 1960 Olympics, earning the title “fastest woman in the world.”

Refusing to attend a segregated homecoming parade, she used her platform to advocate for equality. Her legacy lives on through her contributions to sports, education, and civil rights.

Read more about Wilma’s life and a legacy on the National Women’s History Museum’s website linked below:

https://tinyurl.com/3y4k73z7