Human Services
Resources About Human Services
People with disabilities can find support through the Minnesota Department of Human Services and other government agencies.
Services & Supports
Acronyms in Health & Human Services
Learn the meaning of acronyms and abbreviations often used in health and human services.Community Access for Disability Inclusion (CADI) Waiver
For individuals who need the level of care that would otherwise be provided in a nursing home.Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS)
An option for individuals to create their own plan for the community support they need.Consumer Support Grant (CSG)
Allows people with disabilities to purchase items, services, and supports to help with everyday living needs.Cost Effective Health Insurance
For cases in which private health insurance costs less than public medical assistance.Department of Human Services Decision Appeals
State agency hearings, or appeals, are available for a variety of programs and services.Developmental Disabilities Waiver
For individuals with disabilities who need the level of care that would otherwise be provided in an intermediate care facility.Developmental Disability Case Management
Case managers can help people with disabilities and their families understand services.Licensing Standards
The Department of Human Services’ licensing standards to protect people with disabilities.MnCHOICES
An assessment tool that determines eligibility for many programs and services.Personal Care Assistance Services Funded by Medical Assistance
PCA services provide assistance to people with disabilities who need help with activities of daily living.Personal Supports
Personal supports can provide supervision and assistance in the home or community for people with disabilities.Resource Guide for Adults With Disabilities
Statewide resource guide for individuals with disabilities, parents and families of people with disabilities.Resource Guide for Children With Disabilities
Statewide resource guide for children with disabilities and their familiesState Medical Review Team
The State Medical Review Team determines whether someone is eligible for Medical Assistance.Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Cash assistance to people with disabilities who have limited income and assets.Medical Assistance
Medical Assistance
Minnesota’s Medicaid program for people with disabilities, people with low incomes, pregnant women, children, adults without children, and people who are blind.Managed Care
Many people enrolled in Medical Assistance received their healthcare services through the managed care system.Medical Assistance TEFRA
Provides benefits for children with disabilities who do not otherwise qualify due to income.Medical Assistance Renewals
All Medical Assistance enrollees are required to renew their healthcare every 6 or 12 months.Medical Assistance for Employed Persons with Disabilities
This health care program covers people age 16 and up who are working.How Do I Get More Information?
For more information, call The Arc at 952.920.0855 or toll-free at 833.450.1494, or submit your question to Ask An Advocate.