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For those who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless and have a disability, navigating the application process and paperwork to get the benefits they qualify for and the help they need to gain independence can be extremely daunting. Life can feel like a constant struggle and hopelessness can become overbearing.Â
However, there is help and advocacy here in Itasca County. The SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access and Recovery (SOAR) program, offered through KOOTASCA Community Action offers guidance for individuals to confidentially navigate the Social Security Disability application process. A nationwide program, SOAR is designed to help children and adults who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless and have a disability apply for benefits. SOAR seeks to end homelessness through increased access to SSI/SSDI income supports and also encourages employment as a means to increase individual income and self-confidence toward independent living. Without the support of a
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The Grand Rapids area could be the first community outside of a metro area in the United States to pilot an autonomous shuttle service program.Â
The Grand Rapids Shuttle Project partners the city with May Mobility, a company that has been providing cities throughout the country with self-driving vehicles. During a work session Monday, Jan. 25, the Grand Rapids City Council heard an update on the project.
As Grand Rapids City Administrator Tom Pagel explained, this project is about more than bringing autonomous vehicles to town but itâs also about workforce development and tourism as well as creating more accessible mobility for those with transportation challenges.Â
Boy, do we wish everyone could agree that easily always.
At a time like right now when people are stressed, heart-broken, and angry - itâs a time when tempers can fly and opinions can be harsh.Â
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