On September 9, Camp Knutson broke ground on a new, accessible building, with huge support from the Fischer family. The accessibility features will give wheelchair users more privacy and independence.
MPR News Host Angela Davis highlighted smart money management strategies during challenging financial times with personal finance experts Kim Miller at LSS Financial Counseling and Chris Farrell, a senior economics contributor with MPR and American Public Media's Marketplace programs. Tune into MPR's report.
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota recognized 98 honorees with the prestigious 2022 Spirit Award at a special online celebration. The award honors employees who demonstrate outstanding commitment and dedication to the vision and mission of the statewide organization. Honorees are nominated by their supervisors.
Trevor Johnson, LSS Senior Director of Behavioral Health, discusses children’s mental health coming out of the pandemic, the transition to school, expanded funding for school-linked services, suicide awareness and how to connect with mental health services. Listen to the interview to learn more.
Newly released U.S. Census numbers show a steep drop in child poverty over the past three decades, the Star Tribune reported. Officials credit policy changes and an important safety net of services. “Social investment is needed to ensure that kids can thrive,” said Maureen Warren, senior vice president at LSS. Read the story.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government put a pause on federal student loan payments — also known as a forbearance — beginning with the passage of the federal CARES Act in March 2020. Forbearance has since been extended through December 31, 2022. With student loan payments resuming in 2023, LSS Financial Counseling can assist student loan borrowers with understanding their repayment options—at no cost to them. Because each individual has a unique situation, we work to develop the best solution for making payments achievable and getting back into good standing if someone has defaulted on a loan.
LSS has expanded kinship support services to communities statewide. Services include a warmline, one-to-one guidance and educational trainings to assist in navigating complex financial, legal, medical and mental health systems. Tune in to a recent KTIS Radio interview to learn more.
While it’s mid-summer, we are already gearing up for a busy fall school season! Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is seeking volunteers for its Foster Grandparent program. These special volunteers are older adults who play a vital role mentoring children and youth in the classroom and other settings who may be experiencing academic or social challenges. Learn more by listening to this KTIS Radio interview.
