Hammer Residences, Inc.

02/04/2026

We’ve had a lot of fun creating some new ways to show our Hammer & NER pride! 💙

Our official Hammer & NER Storefront is now live, featuring branded apparel and gear designed for everyday wear—at work, in the community, and beyond.

Whether you’re part of our team or a longtime supporter, it’s another way to celebrate the mission and the people who make Hammer & NER what it is.

👉 Check it out here: https://www.bystadium.com/stores/hammer-ner-31387/S348497600

02/01/2026

Game night, Minnesota style! 🏒❄️

Recently, Jenny, Ruth, Katie, and Chris headed out for a fun night at a Minnesota Frost game. Jenny, Katie, and Chris attended alongside Ruth, a Lead DSP at our Stone Creek apartment program, for an evening full of great hockey, big cheers, and even better company.

Moments like these—getting out in the community, sharing experiences, and just having fun together—are what it’s all about. Thanks for making it a night to remember! 💙🥅

01/28/2026

🌟 The January edition of our Happenings e-newsletter is here! 🌟

This month, we’re kicking off the year with important updates on tax-smart giving and how upcoming 2026 IRS changes may impact charitable donations. Learn how thoughtful planning can help maximize your impact.

👏 We’re also celebrating our DSPs and Program Manager of the Month, highlighting the incredible difference they make every day.
💙 A huge thank-you to our volunteers—425 volunteers gave more than 10,000 hours in 2025!
📣 Join us in ARRM’s challenge to share why Medicaid waiver services matter.
🎉 Plus: staff anniversaries, New Year celebrations across our homes, and a save-the-date for Disability Services Day at the Capitol in March 2026.

Click https://conta.cc/4k0KSQw to read more and start the year inspired!

01/26/2026

Cold outside, tropical vibes inside! 🌴

The ladies at Rockford spent the day at Sea World at MOA—Minnesota winter, meet your match. ❄️🐠

01/22/2026

We’re proud to join ARRM’s challenge and help highlight the real impact of Medicaid waiver services.

Waiver services are about more than funding — they support independence, community inclusion, meaningful relationships, and opportunities that make everyday life possible for the people we support and the teams who support them.

We invite you to join us in sharing what waiver services have meant to you, your family, or your work.
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Together, our stories help strengthen advocacy and protect services that matter.

01/20/2026

Our DSPs of the Month for January are Kristine Dennison (Arcade) and Sam Ofulue (Jordan). Jason Sauer (from Lake Place) is our Program Manager of the Month. Read about all that these dedicated and caring staff do for those we support!

https://hammer.org/blog/2026/01/dsps-pm-of-the-month-january/

01/19/2026

Today we honor Martin Luther King Jr. and his enduring call to build a more just, inclusive, and compassionate world.

At Hammer & NER, Dr. King’s vision reminds us why our work matters — supporting people to live full lives, be valued for who they are, and have opportunities to thrive in their communities. We are grateful for the chance to carry forward his legacy through service, advocacy, and care for one another.

“Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.”

Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

01/17/2026

Our 2026 Button Contest is open for submissions! Be a part of Disability Services Day at the Capitol with your button design. We can't wait to see this year's submissions. Be sure to send yours in by February 6!

Download instructions and the submission form here: https://tr.ee/GunUX1

01/15/2026

When families plan for the future, they want peace of mind—and a place where their loved one can truly thrive. 💙

Board President Mitch Ringe shares his family’s journey with Hammer & NER and why they’re committed to ensuring a future of care for Chris and others.

👉 Read more on our blog:

Board President Mitch Ringe shares how his family’s journey with Hammer & NER inspired their dedication to the fundraising campaign. When Mitch and Judy Marie Ringe began thinking about their […]

01/13/2026

Last night, we gathered to wish Ted all the best as he begins a new chapter. 💙

After being supported by Hammer & NER for just under 40 years, Ted is moving out of state to be closer to family. While saying goodbye isn’t easy, it was incredibly meaningful to come together to celebrate Ted and the many connections he’s made over the years.

Friends we support, members of Ted’s family, and staff filled the room with stories, laughter, hugs, and well-wishes—an evening that truly reflected the community Ted has been such an important part of.

Ted, you will always be part of the Hammer & NER family. We wish you nothing but happiness, love, and new adventures ahead. 💫

01/12/2026

The doll is the first Barbie with autism. She carries a pink fidget spinner that actually spins, wears pink noise-cancelling headphones to reduce sensory overload and holds a pink tablet that represents her augmentative and alternative communication, or AAC, device. https://cnn.it/4qibTBu

01/08/2026

Over the decades, the men at our Wentworth home have become like brothers. Person-centered practices guide the staff that support them in their daily life—knowing what each man loves to do, alongside what keeps them healthy and safe. Learn more about them . . .

When you walk into the Wentworth group home in Minnetonka, you are welcomed by its feeling of home. For more than four decades, this house has been home to four men—supported by the dedicated staff who have helped them navigate life through the years.