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Extraordinary Board Meeting May 18
The LIFTT board of directors will hold an extraordinary meeting on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at 8 a.m. at the Billings LIFTT office (1241 Crawford Drive). The public is invited to attend and offer comments during the public comment period. Click here to view or download...

Autistic ≠ Broken: A personal reflection
A Personal Reflection on the Autism Discussion Sparked by RFK Jr. By Jed Barton, LIFTT Public Relations, Government Affairs, and IL Specialist As someone who is on the autism spectrum, I felt concerned by recent remarks from Secretary of Health and Human Services,...

Tattoo Fundraiser Leaves Positive Mark
Editor's Note: The following is a letter sent by LIFTT's Executive Director, Carlos Ramalho and Community Health Worker/IL Specialist Rachial Combs, to Legendary Tattoo Studio & Art Gallery for hosting a "Flash Sale Fundraiser" between 4/12 and 05/01, which...

What does the Trump budget mean for Aging and Disability Programs?
On March 11, 2025, President Trump released his budget proposal, calling for a 22.6% cut in domestic discretionary spending, a staggering $163 billion reduction. While Congress holds the ultimate authority to pass a final budget, this proposal signals deep potential...

PCA Team Receives Glowing Review
We are proud to share that LIFTT’s PCA Program has received a glowing review from the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. Our team’s Self-Direct Provider Quality Assurance Report submission was recognized for its thoroughness, clarity, and...

LIFTT joins Give Local Glendive
On May 1, 2025, LIFTT proudly participated in Give Local Glendive – Community Day of Giving, an inspiring event organized by the Glendive Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture and the Greater Glendive Community Foundation to celebrate generosity, civic pride, and...

LIFTT Renews Partnership with MTDH
Living Independently for Today & Tomorrow (LIFTT) has renewed its partnership with a long-time collaborator, The Montana Disability & Health Program (MTDH). In 2025, we are proud to work with MTDH on three projects that continue championing the rights, health,...

Thank You Evergreen ACE Hardware!
Editor's Note: The following is a letter sent by LIFTT's Executive Director, Carlos Ramalho, to Evergreen ACE Hardware Owner Charles "Skip" King, thanking Mr. King and the team at his store at 1540 13th Street W for a donation of compost and potting soil to LIFTT's...

Community Garden Kick Off is May 16
Living Independently for Today & Tomorrow (LIFTT) will hold a kick-off event for LIFTT's ADA Accessible All-Inclusive Community Garden on Friday, May 16, at 1 p.m. at the LIFTT Billings office (1241 Crawford Drive). Come join us as we inaugurate this inclusive,...

Lower Back Pain & Sciatica Workshop May 19
Join LIFTT as we welcome the experts from North 40 Physical Therapy for a FREE workshop to help those experiencing sciatica and lower back pain. Learn techniques and exercises to relieve and heal your pain naturally! The workshop will be held on Monday, May 19, from...