Who do I call first for disability services in Hennepin County, Minnesota?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Minnesota vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Hennepin County.

Is help available in Spanish in Hennepin County?

Yes. This Hennepin County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Minnesota agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Hennepin County?

For an immediate emergency call 911. For mental health crisis support call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), available 24/7. This page also lists local crisis resources where available.

Disability Services in Hennepin County, Minnesota

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Hennepin County, Minnesota. Find who to call first for early intervention, special education, Medicaid waivers, transition planning, employment supports, and crisis help, with Spanish-language support. Always call to confirm details, which can change.

Services covered in Hennepin County

Early intervention (under 3) and special education / IEPs (ages 3–21)
Medicaid waivers and home- and community-based services
Vocational rehabilitation and supported employment
Transition planning, guardianship, and benefits
Crisis support: 911 for emergencies, 988 for mental health crisis

Local organizations in Hennepin County

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Hennepin County. Details change, so always call to confirm before you visit.

Project SEARCH — Children's Minnesota (Minneapolis). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Embassy Suites Minneapolis Airport (Minneapolis). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Hennepin Healthcare (Minneapolis). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital (Edina). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Minnesota. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Hennepin County
Andrew Residence (612-333-0111, Minneapolis)
Associated Clinic of Psychology (612-925-6033, Minneapolis)
Canvas Health Inc (651-777-5222, Minneapolis)
Childrens Minnesota — Ctr for the Trt of Eating Disorder (612-813-7179, Minneapolis)
800 West Broadway (612-543-2500, Minneapolis)
Administrative Site (612-721-9800, Minneapolis)
Anishinabe Academy (612-668-0880, Minneapolis)
Anwatin Middle School (612-668-2450, Minneapolis)
Academy Of Whole Learning (MINNETONKA)
Bloomington ECSE (BLOOMINGTON)
Bloomington Transition Center (BLOOMINGTON)
Brooklyn Center ECSE Age 3 - 5 (BROOKLYN CENTER)
1 Busy Bee Care Services Inc (952-262-9159, BROOKLYN PARK). Day program / habilitation
1 Plus, Llc (612-475-7019, MINNEAPOLIS). Day program / habilitation
1-0 Granny'S Helpful Hands, Llc (612-824-1177, MINNEAPOLIS). Behavioral health agency
1-1 Caring Hands, Llc. (952-400-6123, EDEN PRAIRIE). In-home support
Abc Home Health Care Plus Llc (612-326-9377, SAINT ANTHONY)
Alliance Hhc & Nursing Service (763-208-6295, PLYMOUTH)

Statewide programs serving Hennepin County

These serve every county in Minnesota, including Hennepin County.

Institute on Community Integration. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Minnesota Disability Law Center (800-292-4150). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Minnesota Council on Developmental Disabilities ((651) 296-4018). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Minnesota STAR Program (651-201-2640). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
PACER Center (952-838-0190). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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