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Employment/Vocation

  • Assistive Technology of MN – DBA Equip A Life
    Equip A Life supports access to adaptive equipment, related supports/training and financing for devices. Access to Telework is a loan based program focused on the equipment needs of business owners, home based employment and unique situations. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 310, Maple Plain, MN 55359 Office Address: 5563 Pioneer Creek Dr, Maple Plain, MN 55359 Website: www.equipalife.org Email: info@equipalife.org Phone: (763) 479-8239 Toll-free: (866) 535-8239 Fax: (763) 479-8243



  • CCP Works! – Cooperating Community Programs
    CCP Works! provides one to one employment and training services to individuals with disabilities with the goal of finding real work and real pay. Working one to one with each person allows to provide highly customized and personal support.  Hours of service can be adjusted based on your individual needs and can include evenings and weekends.  Contact: Amy Winscher Address: 1885 University Ave. Suite 190, St. Paul, MN 55104 Website: www.theccpinc.com/employment_support.aspxwww Email: awinscher@theccpinc.com Phone: (651) 379-9744



  • Chrestomathy, Inc.
    Chrestomathy has 25 years of experience in working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and high needs.  Chrestomathy's mission is to facilitate useful learning by utilizing behavioral expertise and professional skill in a therapeutic work environment. Address: 7465 Eden Prairie Road; Eden Prairie, MN  55346 Website: www.chrestomathyinc.org Email: linda@chrestomathyinc.org Phone: (952) 974-0339 Fax: (952) 974-0307



  • Community Connections Partnership (CCP)
    We have an endless commitment to provide individualized, innovative vocational services to support individuals in community life. Career Assessment, Job Search and Training, Advocacy, Life Skills: Contact: Laurie Tazelaar-Williams Address: 5100 Gamble Drive Ste. 460; St. Louis Park, MN 55416 Website: www.communityconnectionspartnership.org Phone: (763) 540-6833 x302



  • Community Involvement Programs (CIP)
    CIP provides innovative, employment-focused supports to assist adults with a wide range of disabilities to find and maintain regular employment at regular businesses and at fair wages. CIP also provides supports to adults with disabilities who have transitioned from their working lives into retirement, or who have developed age-related disorders (e.g. early onset Alzheimer’s disease). Employment and Community Supports: Jolene Thibedeau Boyd - Director, 612-353-4595 ext. 101 Employment Manager: Megan Zeiliger - Employment Manager, 612-353-4595  ext. 102 Linda Dyre – Retirement Services, 952-851-6187 Website: www.cipmn.org



  • Cooperating Community Programs (CCP)
    CCP supports people with disabilities in creating satisfying lifestyles. Services include: In-Home, Respite, Residential, DT&H, Supported Employment, Consumer Directed Services, and Contracted Case Management. Address: 1885 University Avenue West, Suite 190, St. Paul, MN 55104 Website: http://www.theccpinc.com/ Email: jrentschler@theccpinc.com Phone: (651) 503-8618



  • Courage Center
    Courage Center's vocational experts will assist in developing an individual service plan, and identify assistive technologies needed to help a person succeed in work or schoool. We provide training to develop or strengthen computer-and job-related skills and to build self-esteem. Employment Services are also available to help a person secure and retain employment in a satisfying job. Address: 3915 Golden Valley Road, Minneapolis, MN Website: www.CourageCenter.org Phone: (763) 520-0564 Toll-free: (888) 846-8253 TTY/TDD: (763) 520-0245



  • East Suburban Resources, Inc.
    East Suburban Resources, Inc., is a private, nonprofit agency supporting adults with developmental disabilities and other special needs in community-based employment. Address: 1754 Washington Avenue, Stillwater, MN 55082 Website: www.esrworks.org Email: esr@esrworks.org Phone: (651) 351-0190



  • Goodwill/Easter Seals Minnesota
    Goodwill/Easter Seals Minnesota is a non-profit organization that provides job skills training for people with disabilities and other barriers to employment. Our core services/programs include: Transitional Employment, Skills Training, Placement/Advancement and Retention. Website: www.goodwilleasterseals.org/ Phone: (651) 379-5800 Fax: (651) 379-5803



  • Kaposia Inc.
    Kaposia invests in the prosperity of people with disabilities and the profitability of our partners. Address: 380 East Lafayette Freeway South Ste 212; St. Paul, MN 55107 Website: www.kaposia.com Email: jalexander@kaposia.com Phone: (651) 224-6974 TTY/TDD: (651) 224-6974 Fax: (651) 224-7249



  • Lifetrack Resources – Minneapolis
    Lifetrack Resources is a non-profit human services organization with a mission to work together to develop the strengths within children, families and adults facing the greatest life challenges and helps people create a better life through our focus on Child & Family Healthy Development and Employment & Economic Opportunity. Address: 2218 Central Ave. NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418 Website: www.lifetrackresources.org Email: mail@lifetrackresources.org Phone: (612) 788-8855 Fax: (612) 788-8577



  • Lifetrack Resources – St. Paul
    Lifetrack Resources is a non-profit human services organization with a mission to work together to develop the strengths within children, families and adults facing the greatest life challenges and helps people create a better life through our focus on Child & Family Healthy Development and Employment & Economic Opportunity. Address: 709 University Ave. West, St. Paul, MN 55104 Website: http://www.lifetrackresources.org Email: mail@lifetrackresources.org Phone: (651) 227-8471 TTY/TDD: (651) 227-3779 Fax: (651) 227-0621


  • Lifeworks Services, Inc.
    Lifeworks is a nonprofit organization that helps people with disabilities live fuller lives that are integrated into the flow of community experience through employment at area businesses, social enrichment opportunities, and customized support services. Address: 2965 Lone Oak Drive Ste 160; Eagan, MN 55121 Phone: (651) 454-2732 Toll-free: (866) 454-2732 TTY/TDD: (651) 365-3736 Fax: (651) 454-3174 Website: www.lifeworks.org Facebook: LifeworksMN



  • Merrick, Inc.
    Merrick, Inc., is a Day Training & Habilitation, Supported Employment Services, and Ticket-To-Work provider located in Ramsey County, as well as a Limited-Use Vendor through Minnesota's Vocational Rehabilitation division.  We are dedicated to serving adults with developmental disabilities by providing supports that offer meaningful vocational options, enhance personal skills, empower choice making, and expand participation in the community. Address: 3210 Labore Road; Vadnais Heights, MN 55110 Website: www.merrickinc.org Email: suewh@merrickinc.org Phone: (651) 789-6231 Fax: (651) 773-9960



  • Metro Work Center, Inc.
    A resource for adults with disabilities living in the core of Minneapolis or St. Paul. We assist persons in accessing their community and work options. Address: 2730 East 31st St; Minneapolis, MN 55406 Website: www.metroworkcenter.org Email: ccrowley@metroworkcenter.org Phone: (612) 729-7381 TTY/TDD: (612) 729-7381 Fax: (612) 729-7382



  • Midway Training Services
    Midway Training Services (MTS) advances the career and life goals of people with disabilities. MTS provides employment opportunities and life skills training to people who have a range of abilities. With five branches and customized employment-MTS makes choices happen! Website: www.midwaytraining.org/ Phone: (651) 641-0709 Fax: (651) 641-0976



  • Midwest Special Services, Inc.
    Midwest Special Services, Inc. (MSS) empowers adults with disabilities to achieve their full potential and greater independence through individualized programs and services.  MSS offers Day Training & Habilitation and Vocational Rehabilitation programs with specialized services for seniors and adults with Autism, and extensive Creative Arts Program.  Bringing Together People & Possibilities for 60 years. Address: 900 Ocean Street; St. Paul, MN 55106 Website: www.mwsservices.org Phone: (651) 778-1000 TTY/TDD: (651) 772-8592 Fax: (651) 772-4352



  • Minnesota Diversified Industries (MDI)
    We exist to serve people with disabilities by offering progressive development and employment opportunities in competitive business enterprises. Address: 1700 Wynne Avenue; St. Paul, MN 55108 Website: www.mdi.org Email: ruth.hritzko@mdi.org Phone: (651) 999-8200 Fax: (651) 999-8242



  • MRC – Minnesota Resource Center
    MRC works with individuals with barriers to employment by providing evaluation and assessment, skills training and education, job placement, and employment retention. Address: 2438 27th Avenue S. Ste. 100; Minneapolis, MN 55406 Website: www.mrc-mn.org Contact: Helen Kilian, (612) 752-8106, hkilian@resource-mn.org Email: info@resource-mn.org Phone: (612) 752-8100 TTY/TDD: (612) 752-8019 Fax: (612) 752-8101



  • Opportunity Partners
    Opportunity Partners encourages individuals to contribute meaningful work in the community by applying their talents, skills and values in the workplace. We work with individuals to match their skill sets and interests with compatible employers, while ensuring job satisfaction, sustainability and long-term success in that placement. For those undecided about their interests, evaluators gather information about work interests, skills and tolerances while performing a job. For the entrepreneurial-minded who want to build their own business, our Supported Self-Employment program is just the answer. Website: www.opportunitypartners.org Email: services@opportunities.org Phone: (952) 938-5511 TTY/TDD: (952) 930-4293



  • Partnership Resources, Inc.
    Partnership Resources, Inc. (PRI) is a non-profit incorporated in 1960.  We create partnerships between individuals with developmental disabilities and the community.  PRI is dedicated to provide its clients a respected and valued role in the community. Address: 4226 Park Glen Road, St. Louis Park, MN 55416 Website: www.partnershipresources.org Email: info@partnershipresources.org Phone: (952) 925-1404 Fax: (952) 925-6055



  • Partnership Resources, Inc. – Minneapolis
    Partnership Resources, Inc. (PRI) is a non-profit incorporated in 1960.  We create partnerships between individuals with developmental disabilities and the community.  PRI is dedicated to provide its clients a respected and valued role in the community. Address: 950 E. Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55414 Website: www.partnershipresources.org Email: info@partnershipresources.org Phone: (612) 331-2075 Fax: (612) 331-2887


  • Partnership Resources, Inc. – St. Louis Park, Older Adults Program
    Partnership Resources, Inc. (PRI) is a non-profit incorporated in 1960.  We create partnerships between individuals with developmental disabilities and the community.  PRI is dedicated to provide its clients a respected and valued role in the community. Address: 4200 Park Glen Road, St. Louis Park, MN 55416 Website: www.partnershipresources.org Email: info@partnershipresources.org Phone: (952) 746-6206 Fax: (952) 746-6209


  • ProAct, Inc.
    ProAct, Inc. provides individualized life enhancing vocational and personal growth opportunities for people with disabilities and other barriers to employment and community inclusion.  With locations in Eagan, Red Wing, Zumbrota and Hudson, Wis., ProAct offers a wide range of services that enhance employment skills and self-sufficiency capabilities. Address: 3195 Neil Armstrong Blvd; Eagan, MN 55121 (Headquarters) Website: www.proactinc.org Email: info@proactinc.org Phone: (651) 686-0405 TTY/TDD: (651) 289-3167 Fax: (651) 686-0312



  • Rise, Inc.
    Established in 1971, Rise supports people who have disabilities and other barriers to employment and housing in attaining their personal measure of vocational achievement, safe and affordable housing, self-sufficiency, and belonging in their communities. Rise offers more than 40 customized vocational training, employment, job placement, and housing support programs throughout the Twin Cities, Central and East Central Minnesota areas to assist people in reaching their goals. Address: 8406 Sunset Rd; Spring Lake Park, MN 55432 Website: www.rise.org Phone: (763) 786-8334 TTY/TDD: (763) 786-8334 Fax: (763) 786-0008 Facebook: Rise, Inc.



  • TBI Metro Services
    TBI Metro Services, a division of Opportunity Partners, helps people with brain injury lead fuller, more productive lives. Structured day program and independent living skills program encourage self-sufficiency and skill development at home and in the community, and feature activities based on individual interests and needs. Richfield: V-(612) 869-3995 TTY-(952) 930-4293 Address: 8 W. 66th St., Richfield, MN 55423 W. St. Paul: V-(651) 457-4756 TTY-(952) 930-4293 F-(651) 457-5664 Address: 1869 S. Robert Street, West St. Paul, MN 55118 Website: www.opportunitypartners.org Email: services@opportunities.org



  • TSE, Inc.
    TSE, Inc. assists individuals with disabilities with training, support and employment to enhance their opportunities to be contributing members of our communities. Address: 2027 Rice St., Roseville, MN 55113 Website: www.tse-inc.org Email: lmegan@tse-inc.org Phone: 651-489-2595 Fax: 651-489-0410



  • University of Minnesota Disability Services
    Advancing Access for Everyone -- Disability Services works to ensure equal learning and working opportunities for students, staff, and guests with disabilities at the University of Minnesota. Web site: http://ds.umn.edu Phone: (612) 626.1333 TTY/TDD: (612) 626.1333 Fax: (612) 625.5572



  • Work Incentives Connection
    MN Work Incentives Connection, a program of Goodwill/Easter Seals, teaches people about the effect of work on government benefits. With clear, accurate answers, people with disabilities uncover new choices and opportunities to be more in charge of their own lives. Address: 553 Fairview Ave N; St. Paul, MN 55104 Website: www.mnworkincentives.com Phone: (651) 632-5113 Toll-free: (800) 976-6728 TTY/TDD: (651) 632-5110 Fax: (651) 632-5121



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