Who do I call first for disability services in Ramsey 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 Ramsey County.

Is help available in Spanish in Ramsey County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Ramsey 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 Ramsey County, Minnesota

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Ramsey 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 Ramsey 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 Ramsey County

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

Metropolitan Center for Independent Living ((651) 646-8342, St. Paul)
Project SEARCH — Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare (St. Paul). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital - formerly State of Minnesota (Maplewood). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Goodwill-Easterseals Minnesota, St. Paul (main office) (St. Paul). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of Minnesota. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Ramsey County
Amherst H Wilder Foundation — Community Mental Health and Wellness (651-280-2310, Saint Paul)
Childrens Minnesota (651-220-6451, Saint Paul)
Community Foundations (651-221-9880, Saint Paul)
Hamm Memorial Psychiatric Clinic (651-224-0614, Saint Paul)
Elders Lodge (651-756-7085, Saint Paul)
MN Community Care - Administrative Site (651-602-7500, Saint Paul)
MN Community Care - Agape SBC (651-632-2194, Saint Paul)
MN Community Care - Central SBC (651-632-2194, Saint Paul)
Bellaire Education Center (WHITE BEAR LAKE)
Birth to Two ECSE (NEW BRIGHTON)
Bridge View Special Education (SAINT PAUL)
Career and Life Transition Program (ROSEVILLE)
12th House Healing Services (612-584-0902, SAINT PAUL). In-home support
180 Degrees, Inc (651-332-5539, SAINT PAUL). Residential mental-health
2ndchanceproject (651-493-4194, SAINT PAUL). Case management / support coordination
5 Star Adult Day Center Inc (651-788-7238, MAPLEWOOD). Adult day program
Accentcare Fairview Home Health - West, Llc (612-721-2491, SAINT PAUL)
Advanced Medical Home Care, Llc (612-267-6154, WHITE BEAR LAKE)

Statewide programs serving Ramsey County

These serve every county in Minnesota, including Ramsey 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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