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AARP in Minnesota
Minnesota chapter of the AARP, dedicated to enhancing quality of life for all as they age. Includes information on independent living, benefits, transportation and more
Center for Independent Living of Northeastern Minnesota (CILMN)

CILMN provides a variety of services helps individuals with disabilities to live independently, pursue meaningful goals and have equal opportunities and choices. The Center serves the ten counties of Aitkin, Carlton, Cass, Cook, Crow Wing, Itasca, Koochiching, Lake, Pine and St. Louis.

Courage Center
Services include rehabilitation therapies, transitional rehabilitation, pain management, vocational and community-based services and camping and sports and recreation programs for people of all ages and abilities.
Disability & Emergency Preparedness Resources for Minnesota
View a list of links to federal, regional, state and local disability-related emergency management resources in your state.
Disability Minnesota - Community Life Resources
A single entry point to information and resources related to community life in Minnesota - including charitable organizations, emergency preparedness and home and community services.
Disaster Assistance for People Affected by Storms or Flooding

Homeowners, renters, businesses and non-profit organizations affected by the severe storms, tornadoes and flooding can apply for disaster relief assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). To apply by phone call 1-800-621-FEMA (1-800-621-3362)/1-800-462-7585 TTY for people who are speech- or hearing-impaired. The toll-free number is open 24 hours a day.

Fishing for People with Disabilities
Information from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources on fishing for people with disabilities.
Minnesota Board on Aging
Partnering with Area Agencies on Aging and others, the Board administers and oversees the effective use of Older Americans Act and state funds to support older Minnesotans.
Minnesota Family Resource Guide
A guide to benefits, supports and services for families raising children with mental retardation and related developmental disabilities in Minnesota. Document is in Word format.
Minnesota Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities
Provides information, education and training to build knowledge, develop skills and change attitudes that will lead to increased independence, productivity, self determination, integration and inclusion for people with developmental disabilities and their families.
Minnesota Independent Living Centers (ILCs)
Contact information for all ILCs in Minnesota. ILCs provide people with disabilities advocacy and support services, including assistance with employment, transportation, housing, health care and living skills.
Minnesota Library for the Blind & Physically Handicapped
Provides library services to eligible Minnesotans who are legally blind or visually handicapped, physically disabled or reading disabled.
Minnesota State Parks Annual Permit
With the purchase of this permit, visitors have unlimited access to special events, scenic places, historic sites and outdoor activities at Minnesota's 72 state parks and recreation areas. A special permit is available for $12 for those with a State of Minnesota handicapped license plate.
Minnesota State Services for the Blind
Provides a variety of services for children and adults who are blind or visually impaired, including vocational rehabilitation, mobility training and assistive technology.
Minnesota's Resource Connection for Youth, Families, Professionals & Employers
The Web site for C3MN, an interactive resource map that connects youth, families, professionals and employers to local opportunities that can help transition age youth be more successful after high school and live independently.
MinnesotaHelp Disability Link
Information and resources for people with disabilities in Minnesota on a variety of topics including assistive technology, housing, health care, employment, independent living, etc.
Opportunity Partners

A nonprofit organization in the Minneapolis area that provides employment, residential and educational services to people with disabilities.

PACER Center
The PACER (Parent Advocacy Coalition for Educational Rights) Center is a national center based in Minnesota that provides a wide variety of programs, materials and services to assist parents of children with disabilities to expand their children's opportunities in education, work and independent living.
Paralyzed Veterans of America North Central Chapter
Organization serves veterans with catastrophic paralysis caused by a spinal cord injury or disease living in Southwest Minnesota.
Partners in Policymaking
A training program developed to teach parents and self-advocates the power of advocacy.
Pipestone National Monument Accessibility Information
Information from the National Park Service regarding accessibility at the Pipestone National Monument.
Project C3
A partnership between several Minnesota state agencies and the PACER Center, the goal of Project C3 is to help young adults become successfully employed or to continue their education in high school, colleges or universities.
Resources for Service Members Returning from Deployment
List of resources to help Service Members returning from Deployment who are living in Minnesota.
VSA Arts of Minnesota
Works to create a community where people with disabilities can learn through, participate in and access the arts.

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