October 2020
An Advocate From the Start
Growing up, I was introduced to my aunt, who had down syndrome and a few other disabilities. As I got older, I learned that my grandmother did not want my aunt at functions and holidays. The older I got, then I realized it is important that she comes to the functions and the holidays. So
Rebecca’s New Adventure
If you recall from our last newsletter, Rebecca was successful in passing her Driver’s Permit test back in September. On October 3rd, right after leaving the ND Department of Transportation, Rebecca stopped by the DCIL office to show us her brand-spanking new ND Driver’s License and her very own vehicle!! Congratulations, Rebecca!
Thank You For Helping Me Get My Permit
Jacob attended the Dakota Center for Independent Living’s Driver Permit Course and successfully got his permit. Jacob is 17 year old at Dickinson High School. Jacob’s goal is to take Driver’s Ed in the summer and obtain his driver’s license for his senior year of high school. Congratulations, Jacob!!
Gavyn’s Driver’s Permit Success
Gavyn passed his permit test this morning. He is super excited. Thank you for all your help! Cristy Herfendal (Gavyn’s mom)
Yesterday, Tomorrow, But Today!
Hi everyone, I just want to let you know that I’m still alive and well. I’ve been through some pretty rough times throughout the past year. I had an extremely serious case of pneumonia, a heart attack, cancer, and major intestinal surgery twice. I was in the hospital several times and for several months. Then
Farming With a Disability
Hello, my name is Nathan Leier and I am from a small family farm in south central North Dakota. I graduated from Strasburg High School in 2009 and then went to college at Bismarck State College. Right out of college, I landed a job close to home, but I soon wanted to explore other