Munroe-Meyer Institute
Training program to teach CPR, first aid to MMI families
A new program in the works at the Munroe-Meyer Institute will train individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as their caregivers, in CPR and other first aid skills.
Jul 31, 2023
Club members learn ‘farm to fork’ skills in MMI garden
Club members do the majority of the work on the gardens, which offer 650 square feet of growing space and yield up to 1,000 pounds of produce.
Jul 26, 2023
Wild animals a ‘crowd favorite’ at Camp Munroe
Animals from Wildlife Encounters were the special guests at Camp Munroe, the recreational day camp for children and youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Jul 25, 2023
Director’s message: Camp focuses on motor skills, socializing and love for physical activity
Summer is always a fun time to try new activities and refresh our outlook on providing meaningful opportunities for the clients we serve. This summer, the Munroe-Meyer Institute Department of Physical Therapy organized two enriching and inclusive summer camps for children ages 3 to 8 with developmental disabilities. These camps align with our department’s mission […]
Jul 24, 2023
Resource center to serve MMI parents, caregivers
The resource center, across from the elevators in the main lobby, will have staff on hand for certain hours every weekday. Eventually, computer stations and a printer will be available for parents’ or caregivers’ use.
Jul 24, 2023
Dr. Fager named MMI’s director of speech-language pathology
Susan Fager, PhD, will join the UNMC Munroe-Meyer Institute in July.
Jul 14, 2023
Summer at UNMC: MMI hosts occupational therapy camp
Now in its second year, the camp offers fun and enriching activities for children and young adults.
Jul 13, 2023
Summer at UNMC: Summer camp season is in full swing
Thanks to the Hattie B. Munroe Foundation, MMI’s Camp Munroe has been extended to seven weeks.
Jul 13, 2023
MMI organizing bocce ball team to participate in Special Olympics
Athletes wanting to join can contact MMI or attend the next practice July 7.
Jun 29, 2023
Dr. Susan Fager named director of MMI Department of Speech-Language Pathology
Susan Fager, PhD, will join the Munroe-Meyer Institute as the director of MMI Department of Speech-Language Pathology. She will take on the role at the end of July.
Jun 28, 2023