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Honors and Awards

July 12, 2026

2026- Voted #7 in Large Companies in MN- #1 in Healthcare! Special Award for Meaningfulness 2025- Voted #13 In Large Companies in MN- #1 in Healthcare! Voted #1 by Employees…

The Camping Trip That Changed My Perspective on Caregiving

July 9, 2026

Written by: Renelle Raghavan, Direct Care Professional at ACR Homes, July, 9th, 2026 A few months ago, my resident came to me with the idea of going camping at the…

Star Tribune Honors ACR Homes as a 2026 Top Workplace

June 15, 2026

Thank you, Team! This Honor Belongs To You June 15, 2026 We’re proud to announce that ACR Homes has been honored as the #7 Top Workplace in Minnesota by the…

What’s it Like to be a Residential Coordinator at ACR Homes?

June 3, 2026

Are you looking for your first career level job after graduating from college? Finding the right one can be a daunting task. Of course you’ll want something you enjoy, but…

3 Easy Spring Outings For ACR Homes Residents

April 2, 2026

As the snow melts and spring arrives in the Twin Cities, spring brings renewed opportunities to engage with nature, enjoy the outdoors, and celebrate the changing season. Many spring activities…

Once-in-a-Lifetime Spring Break Trip: Bringing Country Music Dreams to Life Through the ACR Homes Impact Year Internship

February 10, 2026

written by: Emma Helgerson, Direct Care Professional at ACR Homes & Pre-PA Student at the University of Minnesota Spring break is usually a time for relaxation, but for one ACR…

The Ultimate Study Guide for Undergraduate Healthcare Majors

November 3, 2025

 Picture this: You’re a high school student and you have a math or science test today. You most likely studied for a day or two and got a pretty good…

LPN Friends: Are You Ready For A Positive Change?

October 13, 2025

Working in the healthcare industry doesn’t have to come with burnout, demanding shifts, and understaffing. At ACR Homes, we’ve reimagined what care can look like. With 40+ homes spanning the…

Internship Field trip to Mayo Clinic 2025

September 3, 2025

Late August we were able to continue our incredible tradition of bringing our interns and staff to tour the Mayo Clinic and meet with some of their distinguished physicians and…

Direct Care Professional vs. Certified Nursing Assistant: Gaining Valuable Experience in the Field

May 29, 2025

Written by: Jillian Arkoff, Direct Care Professional. Edited by: Brianna Palkki, Sr. Recruiting Supervisor & Marketing Manager If you’re exploring a career in healthcare, you’ve likely heard of both a…

Celebrating Personality Through Special Olympics

April 29, 2025

As Minnesotans anticipate the start of summer, they’re also eager for an important community event supporting individuals with disabilities, the Special Olympics Summer Games! Held this year at the University…

The Power of Resident Agenda at ACR Homes

March 27, 2025

At ACR Homes, we believe the heart of unparalleled care lies in promoting the needs, goals, wants, and aspirations of our residents. That’s why we created the concept of the…