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Recent changes to Medicaid have led to many unclear or inaccurate claims about what the new law actually does—and who could be affected. This fact sheet from the Minnesota Council on Disability outlines the facts behind each claim and explains how cuts could impact people with disabilities and the programs they rely on for health care and independent living.

We often think of disability as something we can see—a white cane, a wheelchair, a prosthetic limb, hearing aids, someone with an obvious gait variation. But many disabilities aren’t visible to the eye. Some are hidden, some non-apparent, some called invisible. Each word gestures toward the same truth: the body and mind can carry immense Continue Reading Invisible Landscapes: Navigating Life with Hidden Disabilities

Each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) celebrates the talent people with disabilities bring to the workforce. This year, the Minnesota Council on Disability highlights the Connect 700 program—a path to state employment that opens doors for Minnesotans with disabilities. Read how one success story at the Department of Natural Resources shows the power of inclusive hiring.

On November 4, 2025, Minnesotans will vote in special elections to fill two vacant State Senate seats and several local offices. Voters with disabilities have the right to accessible polling places, early and absentee voting, and other accommodations that support independent voting. Learn about your rights, accessible voting options, and where to find official election resources from the Minnesota Secretary of State.

Mental health is health. Following World Mental Health Day, MCD highlights how emergencies affect mental well-being and shares practical ways to manage stress and support recovery. Resilience starts with care—for ourselves, our neighbors, and those on the front lines. By supporting mental health every day, we can create communities that are stronger, more connected, and ready to face challenges together.

This October 13, people across Minnesota will join a global celebration of White Cane Day—a day recognizing the white cane as a symbol of independence and equal access for people who are blind or visually impaired. Minnesota State Services for the Blind are hosting a Capitol event highlighting achievement, safety, and inclusion. Learn how this day honors progress in mobility and civil rights while raising awareness about safe travel for all pedestrians who use a white cane.