ARRM | Association of Residential Resources in Minnesota | Advocacy

ARRM is a nonprofit association of nearly 200 provider organizations, businesses and advocates dedicated to leading the advancement of home and community-based services supporting people living with disabilities in their pursuit of meaningful lives.

Founded in 1970, ARRM continues to lead advocacy and training for positive industry reforms that support Minnesotans with disabilities.

ACT | The Center for Disability Leadeship | Advocating Change Together

Advocating Change Together (ACT) is a grassroots disability rights organization run by and for people with developmental and other disabilities. Since 1979, ACT has been creating leaders in the self-advocacy movement, supporting people with disabilities to stand up for their rights and the rights of others. DreamLifers and Destiny Associates serve on the ACT board and partner with them to create powerfull self advocacy for change.

COW TIPPING PRESS | Writing + Publishing

Welcome to Cow Tipping! Based in Minneapolis, MN, we teach and publish writing by people with intellectual/developmental disabilities, giving audiences a new way to think about this rich form of human diversity in practice and in print. DreamLife Destiny partners with Cow Tipping for our DreamLifers to experience writing, publishing, and connecting with audiences.

Hans' Bakery | Coffe Club + Creativity

Hans' Bakery in Anoka, MN is one of the greatest and oldest donut and pastry shops in the Twin Cities. We partner with Hans' to host our regular Art Club with Coffee and Pastries on Saturdays. They have a friendly staff and great eats plus they are super supportive of our community. Stop in a grab a donut and a coffee from Hans'!!

Minnesota Rehabilitation Association | Local Disability Advocacy

Minnesota NRA advocates for the rights of individuals with disabilities in Minneosta while also promoting high quality, ethical, and collaborative practice across the rehabilitation profession. NRA, comprised of counselors, educators, researchers, and diverse agents of community integration, is committed to continuously impacting and improving upon the multifaceted conditions, across our society, necessary to enhance quality of life of individuals with disabilities, their families, and our communities. 

MSSA | Minnesota Social Service Association

The Minnesota Social Service Association (MSSA) supports the health and human service profession through education, advocacy, and member benefits. MSSA was established in 1893 as the Minnesota Conference on Corrections and Charities to share best practices from Minnesota and other states to improve care for clients. Today MSSA represents over 3,800 health and human service professionals from non-profit, for-profit, and government agencies. Our members work in all areas of human services including mental health, chemical health, aging, children's services, unemployment, homelessness, and more. Our mission: MSSA cultivates and mobilizes Minnesota's health and human service professionals, students, and volunteers to advance social justice through education, advocacy, and building connections. DreamLife Destiny is an active member and a Leader Sponsor of the annual MSSA Conference.

NAMI Minnesota | National Alliance on Mental Illness

NAMI Minnesota is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with mental illnesses and their families. For over 40 years, NAMI Minnesota has worked to promote the development of community mental health programs and services, change public attitudes about mental illnesses, improve access to services and increase opportunities for recovery. 

National Rehabilitation Association | Disability Rights Advocacy

The National Rehabilitation Association (NRA) is the oldest professional member organization in the United States that advocates for the rights of individuals with disabilities while also promoting high quality, ethical, and collaborative practice across the rehabilitation profession. NRA, comprised of counselors, educators, researchers, and diverse agents of community integration, is committed to continuously impacting and improving upon the multifaceted conditions, across our society, necessary to enhance quality of life of individuals with disabilities, their families, and our communities. 

Minnesota Twins | Target Field

The Minnesota Twins are an American professional baseball team based in Minneapolis. The Twins compete in Major League Baseball as a member club of the American League Central Division. The team is named after the Twin Cities moniker for the two adjacent cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul. Join us at Target Field for a spectacular summer event. We have season tickets in the front of the second balcony in the outfield. Each of our four sets includes two food items, a beverage and plenty of laughs. You will have a blast with our DreamLifers and Destiny Associates. Accommodations are made as needed.

Planet Fitness | Active Lifestyle

At Planet Fitness, we're here to provide a unique environment in which anyone – and we mean anyone – can be comfortable. A diverse, Judgement Free Zone® where a lasting, active lifestyle can be built. Our product is a tool, a means to an end; not a brand name or a mold-maker, but a tool that can be used by anyone. In the end, it’s all about you. As we evolve and educate ourselves, we will seek to perfect this safe, energetic environment, where everyone feels accepted and respected. We are not here to kiss your butt, only to kick it if that’s what you need.  All Destiny Associates at DreamLife Destiny carry a PF Black Card® which allows those we support to attend any location free with their Destiny Associate...judgement free! 

Sandbox VR | Virtual Reality Games

Sandbox is a futuristic VR experience for groups of up to 6 where you can see and physically interact with everyone inside, just like the real world. Inspired by Star Trek's Holodeck, our exclusive worlds let you feel like you're living inside a game or movie, and are built by EA, Sony, and Ubisoft veterans. DreamLife sponsors events at Sandbox along with optional parallel events! Some events are no cost and some are low cost. Inquire about our next event soon! Wheelchairs, assisted devices, and scooters are accommodated!

Therap | Electronic Records

Therap has made it our mission to enhance the lives of individuals supported by service organizations by providing agencies the tools they need to focus on meaningful outcomes for the people they serve. Therap’s electronic record and associated functionality is built on our decades of experience as state employees, service providers, managers, and administrators who understand both the challenges and rewards of quality service provision. As a result, we possess a dedication to creating efficiencies, streamlining processes, securely connecting people and exchanging information, and integrating all aspects of service delivery – all while maintaining a focus on individuals, families, and the professionals who support them.