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The Polk County Commissioners on Tuesday voted to approve a plan constructed by Polk County Administration Chuck Whiting to disperse $2 million in Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act funds to organizations and businesses across Polk County. Polk County Commissioner Gary Willhite said the County wanted to get that money out as soon
The United Way of Crookston and Polk County DAC has a long-standing relationship working together. This year the DAC used grant money from the United Way to purchase curriculum for their clients. United Way Executive Director Lori Wagner said that Jo Bittner, DAC Executive Director, and Becky Johnston, DAC Program Coordinator, have been great partners
Polk County DAC in Crookston and East Grand Forks and other day programs serving people with intellectual or developmental disabilities (I/DD) in Minnesota are under extreme financial stress due to closures brought on by COVID-19. So much so, that some are questioning if they will be able to reopen when the stay at home order
The Polk County Developmental Achievement Center (DAC) provides day training and habilitation services to adults with developmental disabilities. Four clients at the DAC in East Grand Forks recently got to take part in a unique opportunity to help create a self-portrait. Cody Stanley, program coordinator Polk County DAC in East Grand Forks, said one of
United Way of Crookston Executive Director Lori Wagner and board chair Tracy Kuchan visited Polk County DAC on Tuesday to see how the DAC is utilizing their donation from the United Way. The United Way used donations to purchase two industrial shredders for the DAC, and the clients use them to shred documents and earn
The Polk County DAC received a grant for $2,000 from Midcontinent. The Polk County DAC serves 83 people throughout western Polk County. Many individuals attending the DAC are challenged with communications and is easily understood by others. This grant will assist individuals with proper pronunciation through the use of a tablet and a communication program.
