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Seniors and people with disabilities

Changes to Medical Assistance

Federal law has changed who can get and keep Medical Assistance benefits. Additional changes are coming in 2027. The state has already reached out to those who are affected. Most people's coverage will not change.

Learn who is affected and when changes begin

Services are available to seniors and people of all ages with a disability. We can help you understand your options and connect you to services that meet your needs.

Services

Services are available to eligible seniors and people of all ages with a disability.

Getting help to stay in your home

These services help people stay in their home. Without these services they might be at risk of having to leave their home.

Services offer a way of life other than in an institution. They help people live as independently as possible. 

Examples of services

  • Personal care
  • Equipment and supplies
  • Home-delivered meals
  • Living skills training
  • Services such as cleaning and meal preparation
  • Respite care

Getting supportive services in the community

These services help people feel connected to the communities they live in.

Services are an alternative to institutionalization, helping people feel integrated in their community. 

Examples of services

  • Employment support
  • Day programs
  • Residential living options like customized living and adult foster care
  • Support for your caregiver
  • Transportation  

Services for children with disabilities

Examples of services

  • An assessment of needs
  • A short-term service plan with the family
  • Referrals to community resources
  • Case management for mental health, developmental disabilities and/or physical disabilities
  • Help for parents struggling to access services

Helping adults maintain their mental and social well being

Examples of services

  • An assessment of needs
  • A short-term service plan with the individual
  • Referrals to community resources
  • Case management for mental health, developmental disabilities and/or physical disabilities
  • Major cleanup to avoid losing your home

Connect to services

Contact Hennepin County staff

Get information and referrals from Front Door or check on the status of your referral.

  • Front Door: 612-348-4111

If you’re already receiving county services, use our directory assistance to find a specific employee.

  • Directory assistance: 612-348-3000

Contact the state

Find information and help for seniors from Minnesota Aging Pathways.

  • 1-800-333-2433
  • Live chat available on the website

Additional resources for seniors and people with disabilities from the Minnesota Department of Human Services.

Disability Hub MN

Learn about options for people under age 65 with disabilities from Disability Hub MN.

  • 1-866-333-2466

Information sessions

Attend a community information session to learn more about available support for seniors or people with disabilities.

If you have questions, call 612-596-6631 or email communityinfosessions@hennepin.us.

Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) overview

This training provides a comprehensive overview of the Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) program and how to get started.  

Wednesday, November 4, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Wednesday, December 2, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) question and answer sessions

Current or future CDCS participants can stop in any time during these one-hour sessions to ask questions about Hennepin County’s CDCS process or writing their CDCS plan. We can't answer specific questions about approved or denied items.

If you are interested in a presentation, please attend the Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) overview session.  

Sessions are virtual through Microsoft Teams.   

Wednesday, October 21, 9 – 10 a.m.

Monday, November 2, 4 – 5 p.m.

Wednesday, November 18, 9 – 10 a.m.

Monday, December 7, 4 – 5 p.m.

Wednesday, December 16, 9 – 10 a.m.

Family support grant

The Family support grant program provides cash grants to families of children with certified disabilities who are not on a waiver or receiving Community first services and supports. The program provides access to family-centered services and supports specific to the child’s disability.

This session will explain the basics of the Family support grant program and how to complete the application to ensure program compliance. Case managers and families who want additional information to apply for their eligible child are welcome to attend.

Virtual on-demand sessions

Home and community based service waivers

Learn about home and community based waiver programs, including:

  • Community Access for Disability Inclusion Waiver (CADI)
  • Community Alternative Care Waiver (CAC)
  • Brain Injury Waiver (BI)
  • Developmental Disabilities Waiver (DD)
  • Elderly Waiver (EW)
  • Alternative Care Program
  • Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) 

Tuesday, October 13, 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Tuesday, November 10, noon – 1:30 p.m.

Tuesday, December 8, 2 – 3:30 p.m.

Housing with services

Housing options for people with disabilities ranges from living at home to a licensed setting. We’ll discuss options and available services, including how Hennepin County can support you during the housing search. 

Thursday, November 5, 3 – 4:30 p.m.

Programs for people over age 65

Learn about services for Hennepin County residents over the age of 65, including the Elderly Waiver and Alternative Care Program.

Wednesday, November 18, noon – 1:30 p.m.

Tuesday, December 8, 4 – 5:30 p.m.

Transition Extravaganza

Learn about services available for transition age people with disabilities (ages 16-23). This event will have a resource fair and presentations about transitioning to adulthood.

Families, caregivers, case managers and school staff are welcome to attend. Refreshments will be provided.

Monday, October 26, 3 – 6:30 p.m.

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