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County programs for people with disabilities include: * Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS): Allows participants in MN waiver programs or Alternative Care to manage their own services and supports * Medical Assistance for Employed Persons with Disabilities (MA-EPD): Work incentive that allows people with disabilities to work and keep their Medical Assistance (MA) * Medical Assistance - Tax Equity Fairness and Responsibility Act (MA-TEFRA): An insurance option for children with disabilities who live with their parent(s), need a high level of care, and whose parents have too much income for their child to qualify for MA

County programs for people with disabilities include: * Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS): Allows participants in MN waiver programs or Alternative Care to manage their own services and supports * Medical Assistance for Employed Persons with Disabilities (MA-EPD): Work incentive that allows people with disabilities to work and keep their Medical Assistance (MA) * Medical Assistance - Tax Equity Fairness and Responsibility Act (MA-TEFRA): An insurance option for children with disabilities who live with their parent(s), need a high level of care, and whose parents have too much income for their child to qualify for MA

Offers opportunities for people with disabilities to socialize and participate in activities MORE INFORMATION Provides customized classes, recreational and social opportunities for adults with developmental cognitive disabilities.

County programs for people with disabilities include: * Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS): Allows participants in MN waiver programs or Alternative Care to manage their own services and supports * Medical Assistance for Employed Persons with Disabilities (MA-EPD): Work incentive that allows people with disabilities to work and keep their Medical Assistance (MA) * Medical Assistance - Tax Equity Fairness and Responsibility Act (MA-TEFRA): An insurance option for children with disabilities who live with their parent(s), need a high level of care, and whose parents have too much income for their child to qualify for MA

Program provides training or work experience to individuals with disabilities or impairing health conditions to help them find a job and become economically independent MORE INFORMATION Employment specialists assist with resume and cover letter creation, job applications, interview preparation, benefit analysis and planning, accommodation assistance, follow-up support and other needs that are specific to the individual. Employment First services works closely with people to match them with the right employer. * Customized job shadowing * Training and coaching

Offers opportunities for people with disabilities to socialize and participate in activities MORE INFORMATION Offers seasonal activities for adults (16 and older) with developmental disabilities. Activities include: * Attend sports events * Bowling * Baking * Crafts * Dances * Social events

Offers opportunities for people with disabilities to socialize and participate in activities MORE INFORMATION Provides social, recreational, and educational opportunities to people of all ages and abilities for by hosting several disability-related programs: * Enrichment and social program opportunities * Bi-Cities Wellness Program - Adults with developmental disabilities receive ongoing, subsidized training from a personal trainer * Seminars, individual meetings and programs for parents and caregivers of children and young adults with disabilities

County programs for people with disabilities include: * Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS): Allows participants in MN waiver programs or Alternative Care to manage their own services and supports * Medical Assistance for Employed Persons with Disabilities (MA-EPD): Work incentive that allows people with disabilities to work and keep their Medical Assistance (MA) * Medical Assistance - Tax Equity Fairness and Responsibility Act (MA-TEFRA): An insurance option for children with disabilities who live with their parent(s), need a high level of care, and whose parents have too much income for their child to qualify for MA

Offers opportunities for people with disabilities to socialize and participate in activities MORE INFORMATION Helping Other People Excel (HOPE), a program for adults with disabilities including: * Arts and crafts * Healthy living * Events and outings

Learn more about this service when paid for under the waivers in the Community-Based Services Manual.

County programs for people with disabilities include: * Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS): Allows participants in MN waiver programs or Alternative Care to manage their own services and supports * Medical Assistance for Employed Persons with Disabilities (MA-EPD): Work incentive that allows people with disabilities to work and keep their Medical Assistance (MA) * Medical Assistance - Tax Equity Fairness and Responsibility Act (MA-TEFRA): An insurance option for children with disabilities who live with their parent(s), need a high level of care, and whose parents have too much income for their child to qualify for MA

County programs for people with disabilities include: * Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS): Allows participants in MN waiver programs or Alternative Care to manage their own services and supports * Medical Assistance for Employed Persons with Disabilities (MA-EPD): Work incentive that allows people with disabilities to work and keep their Medical Assistance (MA) * Medical Assistance - Tax Equity Fairness and Responsibility Act (MA-TEFRA): An insurance option for children with disabilities who live with their parent(s), need a high level of care, and whose parents have too much income for their child to qualify for MA

Program that supports pet owners by providing free or low-cost services, pet food or other supplies. MORE INFORMATION Works with veterinarians who provide free veterinary service to individuals who are disabled, or elderly and have limited financial resources. Veterinary member clinics provide the following services to the pets of eligible clients. Not all clinics supply all of the services. The coordinator selects a clinic that is able to meet the particular needs of the client's pet. Services provided: * Immunizations * Well checks/routine screenings * Diagnosis and treatment of illnesses * Routine dental procedures - not offered by all clinics * Minor non-elective surgeries * Euthanasia Currently member clinics do not provide these services: * Grooming * Cosmetic surgery * Boarding * Urgent and emergency care

Learn more about a specific topic and how to connect to additional resources and services. MORE INFORMATION Provides statewide programs and services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families: * Events, education and training * Family and caregiver support * Advocacy * Scholarships * Housing services

Offers assistive technology devices and adaptive equipment that can help people with disabilities communicate, increase their mobility and live more comfortably. Learn more about assistive technology costs that are covered through waivers in the Community-Based Services Manual. MORE INFORMATION Assistive technology and assessment services includes all types of accommodations including: * Memory books and planners for simple medications * Splints, writing aids and reachers * Voice recognition, eye gaze and smartpens The staff who will help you with your assistive technology include occupational therapists, speech therapists, assistive technology practitioners and a certified registered ergonomist. Some of the areas of assessment include: * Augmentative and alternative communication * Cognitive adaptations * Computer/tablet/iPad/smartphone use * Environmental controls and electronic aids to daily living * Ergonomics * Independent living skills * Low vision tools * Mounts and switches * School and work * Telephone access

Offers opportunities for people with disabilities to socialize and participate in activities MORE INFORMATION Inclusion services are available to participants of programs offered within Eden Prairie Parks and Recreation at no additional cost to the family. The Adaptive Recreation & Learning Exchange (AR&LE) program provides activities and classes for adults with disabilities in the cities of Bloomington, Eden Prairie, Edina, and Richfield.

County programs for people with disabilities include: * Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS): Allows participants in MN waiver programs or Alternative Care to manage their own services and supports * Medical Assistance for Employed Persons with Disabilities (MA-EPD): Work incentive that allows people with disabilities to work and keep their Medical Assistance (MA) * Medical Assistance - Tax Equity Fairness and Responsibility Act (MA-TEFRA): An insurance option for children with disabilities who live with their parent(s), need a high level of care, and whose parents have too much income for their child to qualify for MA

County programs for people with disabilities include: * Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS): Allows participants in MN waiver programs or Alternative Care to manage their own services and supports * Medical Assistance for Employed Persons with Disabilities (MA-EPD): Work incentive that allows people with disabilities to work and keep their Medical Assistance (MA) * Medical Assistance - Tax Equity Fairness and Responsibility Act (MA-TEFRA): An insurance option for children with disabilities who live with their parent(s), need a high level of care, and whose parents have too much income for their child to qualify for MA

Provides training programs that consist of fun, challenging mental exercises done in the context of a one-on-one training relationship. * Sessions are customized to address the unique needs and abilities of each client and are designed to strengthen the foundational cognitive skills that enable people to think, learn, read, remember, pay attention, and solve problems.

County programs for people with disabilities include: * Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS): Allows participants in MN waiver programs or Alternative Care to manage their own services and supports * Medical Assistance for Employed Persons with Disabilities (MA-EPD): Work incentive that allows people with disabilities to work and keep their Medical Assistance (MA) * Medical Assistance - Tax Equity Fairness and Responsibility Act (MA-TEFRA): An insurance option for children with disabilities who live with their parent(s), need a high level of care, and whose parents have too much income for their child to qualify for MA

Offers opportunities for people with disabilities to socialize and participate in activities MORE INFORMATION Project SOAR is a Community Education program that provides social, enrichment and recreational programming for adults with developmental, sensory, cognitive and physical disabilities. * The program offers classes and activities specifically designed and adapted to individual abilities.

This is a privately owned building that provides rental housing to income eligible households that is lower than the market rate rent for the area. This type of affordable housing assistance may have additional eligibility requirements.

Offers opportunities for people with disabilities to socialize and participate in activities MORE INFORMATION Activities for adults with disabilities including: * Community events * Social events * Theatre * Special Olympics * Social clubs * Art and bowling * Movies

Housing for people with low income that includes coordination of other services for residents. The coordination professional can help residents identify resources, navigate systems or help with applying to additional programs. MORE INFORMATION * Minnehaha Commons provides permanent supportive housing with 24/7 onsite services for people ages 55 and older who have experienced homelessness and may have a mental or physical health condition. * Rising Cedar Apartments permanent supportive housing with 24/7 onsite services for people who live with a mental illness. * New Hope Apartments provide permanent supportive housing with 24/7 onsite services for people who live with a mental illness.

Offers assistive technology devices and adaptive equipment that can help people with disabilities communicate, increase their mobility and live more comfortably. Learn more about assistive technology costs that are covered through waivers in the Community-Based Services Manual. MORE INFORMATION Assistive technology and assessment services includes all types of accommodations including: * Memory books and planners for simple medications * Splints, writing aids and reachers * Voice recognition, eye gaze and smartpens The staff who will help you with your assistive technology include occupational therapists, speech therapists, assistive technology practitioners and a certified registered ergonomist. Some of the areas of assessment include: * Augmentative and alternative communication * Cognitive adaptations * Computer/tablet/iPad/smartphone use * Environmental controls and electronic aids to daily living * Ergonomics * Independent living skills * Low vision tools * Mounts and switches * School and work * Telephone access