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The Ultimate Study Guide for Undergraduate Healthcare Majors
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…
Read MoreLPN Friends: Are You Ready For A Positive Change?
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…
Read MoreInternship Field trip to Mayo Clinic 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…
Read MoreDirect Care Professional vs. Certified Nursing Assistant: Gaining Valuable Experience in the Field
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…
Read MoreCelebrating Personality Through Special Olympics
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…
Read MoreThe Power of Resident Agenda at ACR Homes
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…
Read MoreACR Homes Supports Special Olympics Of Minnesota Through The Polar Plunge
At ACR Homes, we are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities, whether it be in our 40+ Twin Cities based group homes or out…
Read MoreDisability Services Day At the Capitol 2025
Join us for Disability Services Day at the Capitol, Minnesota’s largest rally dedicated to advocating for people with disabilities, their incredible support systems, and their right to live independent, fulfilling…
Read MoreIndoor Wheelchair-Accessible Activities in the Twin Cities
Written by: Brianna Palkki, Sr. Recruiter & Marketing Manager at ACR Homes As we say goodbye to sunny autumn days, we welcome the cozy vibes of winter and opportunities…
Read More120 National Days To Celebrate
We can all fall into a bit of a slump, whether it’s mid-week blues or just the monotony of daily routines. Break out of the mold and give yourself an…
Read MoreDirect Care Chronicles: Laughing Our Way Through Unexpected Challenges
By: Amanda Pederson – ACR Homes employee *The name of the resident in this story has been changed in order to maintain confidentiality. They will be referred to as “Alfie”.…
Read MoreThe Importance Of Compassion in Long-Term Healthcare
Written by: Jillian Arkoff, Direct Care Professional at ACR Homes Within the walls of long-term healthcare facilities like ACR Homes, a simple but important effort shapes the lives of…
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