Resource Guides

Does it seem impossible to navigate through all of the information on disability services to find what you need? Do you have trouble determining what supports might be available to you or your family member? Do you ever wonder how to get assistance with finding a place to live, work, or go to school? Then these resource guides may be helpful for you.

Region 10 Quality Assurance staff developed resource guides to inform families and professionals about resources available for children and adults with disabilities in Minnesota. These guides include access to a wide range of internet-based information that will help individuals live and work as independently as possible including financial resources, disability funding sources, health care, education, specific supports and services, and more.

Resources for Employment and Transition to Adulthood from The West Central Regional Quality Council.

Arc Information

The Arc Minnesota is the fiscal host for the Metro, Region 10, and West Central Quality Councils.  Arc Northland is the fiscal host for the Arrowhead Quality Council.  They provide resources and advocacy throughout the state.

The Arc Minnesota

Disability Hub MN

Disability Hub MN is a free statewide resource network that helps people with disabilities solve problems, navigate the system, and plan for the future.

Office of Ombudsman for Mental Health & Developmental Disabilities

The Office of Ombudsman for Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities assists with the following:

  • Concerns or complaints about services
  • Questions about rights
  • Grievances
  • Access to appropriate services
  • Ideas for making services better
  • Review guardian actions
  • General questions or the need for information about services for persons with mental or developmental disabilities, chemical dependence, or emotional disturbance

You can contact the person who is responsible for the region where you live. See the contacts below.

Arrowhead

Northeast Region Ombudsman for Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities
Michael Woods
(218) 279-2526
Toll Free: (877) 766-5481

Northeast Region Ombudsman for Long-Term Care
Carlton County
Dan Tupy
(218) 855-8729
Metro number: (651) 431-2555
Toll Free: (800) 657-3591

Northeast Region Ombudsman for Long-Term Care
Cook, Lake and St. Louis County
Maisie Blaine
(218) 999-5369
Metro number: (651) 431-2555
Toll Free: (800) 657-3591

Metro

Dakota County Ombudsman Contact
Alicia Donahue
(651) 757-1810

Hennepin County Ombudsman Contact
Team Coverage
(651) 757-1811

Scott County Ombudsman Contact
Chris Michel

Region 10

Wabasha, Olmsted, and Houston Counties Ombudsman Contact
Wade Oldenburg
(651) 345-2335

West Central

Northwest Region Ombudsman
Jennifer Stans

Voice: 218-736-1895
Cell:-651-529-0169

Technology Resources

Where can I try or get technology devices or assistive technology?

How can I save money when accessing certain technology?

What are some helpful disability related software applications?

Where can I access free disability related online training or classes?