what people are saying
People Served
"We get to go lots of places in the community."
“If I'm ever feeling down, I just get up and go for a walk, or go to the gym. Then I feel better. I learned that at Dakota Communities.”
"I like living in an apartment."
"I like learning about how to budget, so when I have my own place I will know how to budget."
“Through volunteering, I have been able to meet new people.”
"I get to be my own boss of my trips."
“I have the right staff to help me with things like cooking, budgeting, shopping and bowling.”
"I like working with the staff here because they teach me things I want to learn."
“My staff and I use the track and treadmill and do weight lifting at the YMCA. It’s very motivating to me to have her go with me. This is our journey together.”
"I have made good friends here with my peers and staff."
Case Managers
100% of case managers surveyed in 2010 would recommend us
“Dakota Comunites provides quality services at all sites I have worked at. This is truly rare!”
“Exceptional advocacy and nursing care.”
“Consistently good service and great staff.”
“The family, day program, and I are all very pleased with services.”
Family Members
"We are very grateful for such a caring environment. Staff have allowed us to have piece of mind and they listen and respond to our daughters needs."
"I very much appreciate the activities that relatives are asked to participate in."
"My son’s doctor’s have all commented on what a great place Dakota Communities is."
"It’s always a pleasure to see the competent and caring people who work with our son."
"Staff is exceptional in every way"
"It's very hard for me to put one of my most precious blessings in the hands of other people but I have no issues knowing that my son is with this wonderful combination of staff that have been there from the beginning and new staff that really show that they love their jobs and the guys that they care for... I will never be able to thank you all enough for the wonderful service that you all provide every day."
Employees
"As a new employee I am treated like I have been working here for years. Everyone is very kind, helpful, and understanding."
"I have been with Dakota Communities for almost 5 years, and throughout my time here the organization has encouraged continuing my education and provided me with a flexible schedule. It has been a great place to work."
“Thank you for all the amazing opportunities that the company offers to help individuals realize their dreams and maintain an active and healthy lifestyle...”
"Overall a wonderful place to work; I have even referred friends to the organization as it has been a great experience."
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