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An ombudsman is a neutral party who investigates consumer complaints. They work with both the consumer and the organization to resolve consumer issues and improve customer service. MORE INFORMATION Receives and investigates complaints against government and government regulated agencies and its officials Assists with the following: * Service concerns or complaints * Knowing your rights * Grievances * Access to appropriate services * Ideas for making services better * Review guardian actions * General questions and information on services for persons with mental or developmental disabilities, chemical dependence or emotional disturbance Minnesota State law protects people from retaliation that make complaints in good faith. Medical Review - Death and Serious Injury Reporting * An agency, facility or program must report to this office the death or serious injury of a client within 24 hours of the incident Civil Commitment Training and Resource Center (CCTRC) * Helps with information on the Civil Commitment and Treatment Act and related law

Landlord and tenant assistance that offers help, information, and support during rental housing disputes MORE INFORMATION Legal advice and representation for people who are having problems with a landlord Cases can involve: * The landlord is not making repairs to address serious repair problems * Illegally changed locks * Illegal retaliation by landlord to a tenant * Evictions * Loss of rental assistance subsidy * Discrimination * Also helps homeowners

Landlord and tenant assistance that offers help, information, and support during rental housing disputes MORE INFORMATION Legal advice and representation for people who are having problems with a landlord Cases can involve: * The landlord is not making repairs to address serious repair problems * Illegally changed locks * Illegal retaliation by landlord to a tenant * Evictions * Loss of rental assistance subsidy * Discrimination * Also helps homeowners

Landlord and tenant assistance that offers help, information, and support during rental housing disputes MORE INFORMATION Legal advice and representation for people who are having problems with a landlord Cases can involve: * The landlord is not making repairs to address serious repair problems * Illegally changed locks * Illegal retaliation by landlord to a tenant * Evictions * Loss of rental assistance subsidy * Discrimination * Also helps homeowners

Landlord and tenant assistance that offers help, information, and support during rental housing disputes MORE INFORMATION Legal advice and representation for people who are having problems with a landlord Cases can involve: * The landlord is not making repairs to address serious repair problems * Illegally changed locks * Illegal retaliation by landlord to a tenant * Evictions * Loss of rental assistance subsidy * Discrimination * Also helps homeowners

Landlord and tenant assistance that offers help, information, and support during rental housing disputes MORE INFORMATION Legal advice and representation for people who are having problems with a landlord Cases can involve: * The landlord is not making repairs to address serious repair problems * Illegally changed locks * Illegal retaliation by landlord to a tenant * Evictions * Loss of rental assistance subsidy * Discrimination * Also helps homeowners

An ombudsman is a neutral party who investigates consumer complaints. They work with both the consumer and the organization to resolve consumer issues and improve customer service. MORE INFORMATION Receives and investigates complaints against government and government regulated agencies and its officials Assists with the following: * Service concerns or complaints * Knowing your rights * Grievances * Access to appropriate services * Ideas for making services better * Review guardian actions * General questions and information on services for persons with mental or developmental disabilities, chemical dependence or emotional disturbance Minnesota State law protects people from retaliation that make complaints in good faith. Medical Review - Death and Serious Injury Reporting * An agency, facility or program must report to this office the death or serious injury of a client within 24 hours of the incident Civil Commitment Training and Resource Center (CCTRC) * Helps with information on the Civil Commitment and Treatment Act and related law

Legal aid program that offers legal counseling and/or representation for low-income individuals, typically in the areas of disability law, elder law and family law Free or low cost legal services help people who are unable to afford a lawyer get access to the court system. MORE INFORMATION Provides free legal assistance to low-income individuals living on or near the Leech Lake, Red Lake, and White Earth Reservations in northwestern Minnesota. They represent clients before tribal courts, state courts, and agencies to help them protect their rights. Types of cases include: * Child protection * Family law matters * Evictions * Garnishment * Civil Forfeiture * Indian law * Custody or visitation * Tribal Wellness Court

An ombudsman is a neutral party who investigates consumer complaints. They work with both the consumer and the organization to resolve consumer issues and improve customer service. MORE INFORMATION Receives and investigates complaints against government and government regulated agencies and its officials Assists with the following: * Service concerns or complaints * Knowing your rights * Grievances * Access to appropriate services * Ideas for making services better * Review guardian actions * General questions and information on services for persons with mental or developmental disabilities, chemical dependence or emotional disturbance Minnesota State law protects people from retaliation that make complaints in good faith. Medical Review - Death and Serious Injury Reporting * An agency, facility or program must report to this office the death or serious injury of a client within 24 hours of the incident Civil Commitment Training and Resource Center (CCTRC) * Helps with information on the Civil Commitment and Treatment Act and related law

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION The housing discrimination hotline helps to file complaints of housing discrimination due to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, or disability. The multifamily housing complaint line supports enforcement efforts by empowering tenants and community residents to act as the agency's eyes and ears to ensure safe, decent and sanitary housing. Your housing discrimination complaint will be reviewed by a fair housing specialist to determine if it alleges acts that might violate the Fair Housing Act. The specialist will contact you for any additional information needed to complete this review. If your complaint involves a possible violation of the Fair Housing Act, the specialist will assist you in filing an official housing discrimination complaint. Learn more about making a multi-family housing complaint.

Legal aid program that offers legal counseling and/or representation for low-income individuals, typically in the areas of disability law, elder law and family law Free or low cost legal services help people who are unable to afford a lawyer get access to the court system. MORE INFORMATION Provides free legal assistance to low-income individuals living on or near the Leech Lake, Red Lake, and White Earth Reservations in northwestern Minnesota. They represent clients before tribal courts, state courts, and agencies to help them protect their rights. Types of cases include: * Child protection * Family law matters * Evictions * Garnishment * Civil Forfeiture * Indian law * Custody or visitation * Tribal Wellness Court

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION The Civil Rights Department counsels, mediates and advocates on behalf of Muslims and others who have experienced religious discrimination, defamation or hate crimes. The department works to protect and defend the constitutional rights of American Muslims. Offers publications that address the needs and rights of American Muslims * Offers resources to help mosques and Islamic centers enhance their safety and security * Handbooks and resource materials for the Muslim community

An ombudsman is a neutral party who investigates consumer complaints. They work with both the consumer and the organization to resolve consumer issues and improve customer service. MORE INFORMATION Receives and investigates complaints against government and government regulated agencies and its officials Assists with the following: * Service concerns or complaints * Knowing your rights * Grievances * Access to appropriate services * Ideas for making services better * Review guardian actions * General questions and information on services for persons with mental or developmental disabilities, chemical dependence or emotional disturbance Minnesota State law protects people from retaliation that make complaints in good faith. Medical Review - Death and Serious Injury Reporting * An agency, facility or program must report to this office the death or serious injury of a client within 24 hours of the incident Civil Commitment Training and Resource Center (CCTRC) * Helps with information on the Civil Commitment and Treatment Act and related law

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION * Individual consumer advocacy - staff work with you to understand your rights and obtain the support services you need to live independently * Community advocacy - staff, board members, and volunteers initiating activities to make changes in the community that make it easier for all persons with disabilities to live more independently

An ombudsman is a neutral party who investigates consumer complaints. They work with both the consumer and the organization to resolve consumer issues and improve customer service. MORE INFORMATION Receives and investigates complaints against government and government regulated agencies and its officials Assists with the following: * Service concerns or complaints * Knowing your rights * Grievances * Access to appropriate services * Ideas for making services better * Review guardian actions * General questions and information on services for persons with mental or developmental disabilities, chemical dependence or emotional disturbance Minnesota State law protects people from retaliation that make complaints in good faith. Medical Review - Death and Serious Injury Reporting * An agency, facility or program must report to this office the death or serious injury of a client within 24 hours of the incident Civil Commitment Training and Resource Center (CCTRC) * Helps with information on the Civil Commitment and Treatment Act and related law

An ombudsman is a neutral party who investigates consumer complaints. They work with both the consumer and the organization to resolve consumer issues and improve customer service. MORE INFORMATION Receives and investigates complaints against government and government regulated agencies and its officials Assists with the following: * Service concerns or complaints * Knowing your rights * Grievances * Access to appropriate services * Ideas for making services better * Review guardian actions * General questions and information on services for persons with mental or developmental disabilities, chemical dependence or emotional disturbance Minnesota State law protects people from retaliation that make complaints in good faith. Medical Review - Death and Serious Injury Reporting * An agency, facility or program must report to this office the death or serious injury of a client within 24 hours of the incident Civil Commitment Training and Resource Center (CCTRC) * Helps with information on the Civil Commitment and Treatment Act and related law

An ombudsman is a neutral party who investigates consumer complaints. They work with both the consumer and the organization to resolve consumer issues and improve customer service. MORE INFORMATION Receives and investigates complaints against government and government regulated agencies and its officials Assists with the following: * Service concerns or complaints * Knowing your rights * Grievances * Access to appropriate services * Ideas for making services better * Review guardian actions * General questions and information on services for persons with mental or developmental disabilities, chemical dependence or emotional disturbance Minnesota State law protects people from retaliation that make complaints in good faith. Medical Review - Death and Serious Injury Reporting * An agency, facility or program must report to this office the death or serious injury of a client within 24 hours of the incident Civil Commitment Training and Resource Center (CCTRC) * Helps with information on the Civil Commitment and Treatment Act and related law

An ombudsman is a neutral party who investigates consumer complaints. They work with both the consumer and the organization to resolve consumer issues and improve customer service. MORE INFORMATION Receives and investigates complaints against government and government regulated agencies and its officials Assists with the following: * Service concerns or complaints * Knowing your rights * Grievances * Access to appropriate services * Ideas for making services better * Review guardian actions * General questions and information on services for persons with mental or developmental disabilities, chemical dependence or emotional disturbance Minnesota State law protects people from retaliation that make complaints in good faith. Medical Review - Death and Serious Injury Reporting * An agency, facility or program must report to this office the death or serious injury of a client within 24 hours of the incident Civil Commitment Training and Resource Center (CCTRC) * Helps with information on the Civil Commitment and Treatment Act and related law

An ombudsman is a neutral party who investigates consumer complaints. They work with both the consumer and the organization to resolve consumer issues and improve customer service. MORE INFORMATION Receives and investigates complaints against government and government regulated agencies and its officials Assists with the following: * Service concerns or complaints * Knowing your rights * Grievances * Access to appropriate services * Ideas for making services better * Review guardian actions * General questions and information on services for persons with mental or developmental disabilities, chemical dependence or emotional disturbance Minnesota State law protects people from retaliation that make complaints in good faith. Medical Review - Death and Serious Injury Reporting * An agency, facility or program must report to this office the death or serious injury of a client within 24 hours of the incident Civil Commitment Training and Resource Center (CCTRC) * Helps with information on the Civil Commitment and Treatment Act and related law

Landlord and tenant assistance that offers help, information, and support during rental housing disputes MORE INFORMATION Legal advice and representation for people who are having problems with a landlord Cases can involve: * The landlord is not making repairs to address serious repair problems * Illegally changed locks * Illegal retaliation by landlord to a tenant * Evictions * Loss of rental assistance subsidy * Discrimination * Also helps homeowners

An ombudsman is a neutral party who investigates consumer complaints. They work with both the consumer and the organization to resolve consumer issues and improve customer service. MORE INFORMATION Receives and investigates complaints against government and government regulated agencies and its officials Assists with the following: * Service concerns or complaints * Knowing your rights * Grievances * Access to appropriate services * Ideas for making services better * Review guardian actions * General questions and information on services for persons with mental or developmental disabilities, chemical dependence or emotional disturbance Minnesota State law protects people from retaliation that make complaints in good faith. Medical Review - Death and Serious Injury Reporting * An agency, facility or program must report to this office the death or serious injury of a client within 24 hours of the incident Civil Commitment Training and Resource Center (CCTRC) * Helps with information on the Civil Commitment and Treatment Act and related law

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION * Individual consumer advocacy - staff work with you to understand your rights and obtain the support services you need to live independently * Community advocacy - staff, board members, and volunteers initiating activities to make changes in the community that make it easier for all persons with disabilities to live more independently

Learn more about a specific topic and how to connect to additional resources and services. MORE INFORMATION The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) enforces the laws about employment and job discrimination. You can file a complaint with the EEOC if you believe that you have been discriminated against at work because of: * Race * Color * Religion * Sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation) * National origin * Age (40 or older) * Disability * Genetic information The laws apply to all types of work situations, including: * Hiring * Firing * Promotions * Harassment * Training * Wages * Benefits

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Provided on an individual, community, and systems level. Consumers can request assistance in advocating for specific needs or services.

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION This agency does not give legal advice. There is a legal help page that refers to other agencies.