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Quality of Life Enhancement 1508 staff This month, the spotlight is on 1508, where one tenant has worked hard to make progress towards his weight-loss goal.  Carol DeLorme led the effort to support better food choices, eliminate unhealthy snacks, and follow-through with exercise plans.  Other staff involved with the process include Tim Hase, Mike Marquart,... Read More

Notable Nominees: Jeff Wallstrum (PD TCLF 1109), Stella Bosire (TCLF 1109)

The Kalix Day Supports Program has continued their gardening skills in 2016! A grant from the St. Joseph’s Community Health Foundation provided materials and soil for constructing raised beds, tools, and seeds. The raised beds allow easy access by everybody. The purpose of the project is to offer gardening as a productive activity that builds... Read More

On August 9th, a ribbon-cutting signaled the official start of Kalix participation in the CyclePoint network. After months of training and preparation, we are ready to take in electronics to dismantle for recycling. CyclePoint is an amazing venture – a nationwide network of organizations like Kalix that employ people with disabilities. Together, we can leverage... Read More

Notable Nominees for July: Sunshine Jantzi (PA Minot), Aleshia Lucy (PMC), Eve Azure (MSLA Turtle Creek), Claudia Nettleton (Job Coach), Denise Hovda (TCLF 1101)

RESPECT AND EMPATHY Kari Sveen – DSP Minot Kari is being recognized for her skill with general positive interaction and implementing positive behavioral supports.  As a support staff, Kari is impressive as she is able to carry a conversation, lift peoples’ spirits by her words and enthusiasm, and can hold the line and be stern when... Read More

Kalix has been involved in recycling for 20+ years, and we are very proud of our success in diverting thousands of tons of recyclable material to new uses instead of taking up space in the Minot landfill. However, we are limited in what we can do as a private organization. First, many people are unable... Read More

Come celebrate Earth Day with us at the Kalix Recycling Center! During the week of Earth Day, April 18th through 23rd, you can automatically earn double tokens for recyclables (excluding aluminum) that can be used like cash at Marketplace Foods. Save your aluminum for Earth Day, April 22nd, when you will also receive a premium... Read More