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Strengthening Lives Through Alternative Supports.

MNDSA helps Minnesotans with disabilities and their families navigate Medicaid waivers, build person-centered support plans, and connect to the community resources they need — on their own terms. Our staff share lived experience with disability. We work across all 87 Minnesota counties.

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For Individuals & Families

Navigating waivers, CDCS, and HCBS services can feel overwhelming. We make it simple — and we've been there ourselves. Our team includes people with disabilities and family caregivers who understand what you're going through.

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For Providers & Professionals

Refer a client, request HCBS training for your clinic or hospital, or become a B.R.I.D.G.E. mentor. We work with therapy centers, county offices, hospitals, and social workers statewide.

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Services Overview

Support Planning

Person-centered CDCS support plans for Medicaid Waiver recipients in all Minnesota counties. Billed through your Fiscal Management Service. We help you write your plan, navigate your options, and solve problems along the way.

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B.R.I.D.G.E. Program

The B.R.I.D.G.E. Program connects individuals with disabilities and their caregivers to personalized resources through peer mentorship and advocacy. Funded by the DHS HCBS Connectors grant.

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Resources & Guides

Multilingual county services guides, HCBS waiver overviews, disability resource links, and home education support — all in one place. Guides available in English, Oromo, Somali, and Spanish.

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What Our Community Says

Want to see how we can support your unique journey?

  • "Creative and outside of the box staff that really work with families and individuals to get the best services possible. They are committed to the long-term success of the people they serve. I would recommend them to anyone seeking alternative supports in Minnesota."

    TWIN CITIES

    — Client

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  • "The great thing about MNDSA is that the staff are disabled or care for people who are disabled. They understand the challenges we face and truly want to help."

    — Client

    GREATER MINNESOTA

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  • "Working with MNDSA has helped me find creative ways to meet my needs that I likely wouldn't have pursued on my own. Knowing I have a non-judgmental support in my corner has helped with not feeling so isolated and misunderstood while navigating the disability system."

    GREATER MINNESOTA

    — Client

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Quick Links

Intake Form
Become a Mentor
Documents & Forms
Request Training
County Services Guide
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