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legislative policy
Coverage of legislative policy in the Nexus archive.
- Don’t ignore the caregivers who built Minnesota’s disability services system
A long-time caregiver in Minnesota's disability services system highlights the persistent low wages for direct support professionals despite inflation, the impact of potential Medicaid cuts on services, and the need for caregiver input in policy decisions. The author emphasizes the importance of relationships in caregiving and the strain on the system due to rising costs and workforce challenges.