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Accord provides a variety of services for individuals with intellectual/developmental disability and/or serious persistent mental illness living in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area, and Pine County, MN. Through community inclusion opportunities, we find ways to collaborate with the men and women who are our program participants to help them pursue their personal dreams and goals.
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Fraser is Minnesota’s largest and most experienced provider of autism and early childhood mental health services. Fraser serves children and adults through healthcare, housing, education and employment. Our programs are nationally recognized for their high quality, innovation and individualized family-centered approach. Fraser has been serving children and families for over 75 years and is recognized as an innovator in serving those with special needs. Fraser involves the entire family – parents and caregivers are the experts when it comes to their children.
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Hammer Residencies Inc. provides adults and children with developmental disabilities the opportunity to live life to its fullest. Our board members and families advocate for legislation to ensure the health and well-being of all people with developmental disabilities. Hammer has adapted to change and changed with the times, always focused on meeting the needs of the people we serve. With support from staff, volunteers, donors, and families, the people who live in our homes, apartments, and In-home services are given the opportunity live their lives to the fullest.
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Living Well Disability Services™ is a private, nonprofit 501(c)3 organization founded in West St. Paul in 1972 by parents of children with disabilities. We provide Residential Services and Customized Services to people with disabilities throughout the region. Living Well Disability Services currently operates 33 homes in 19 communities. Our Customized services support adults and children throughout the region. We currently serve 300 adults and young adults with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. Over 600 full-time, part-time and occasional employees, including direct care providers, occupational therapists, medical and support staff.
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LSS Host Homes for People with Disabilities provide the benefits and enjoyment of living in a family home with the support to lead an independent life in community. Our experienced staff are on-call 24/7 to support Host Home families and provide supervision so everyone feels comfortable and supported.
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LSS Specialized Community Supports (SCS) is a unique housing and support option for children and adults who haven’t found successful long-term placement in traditional support settings. We know that when we engage the individual in designing their support and living setting, learn about their preferences and treat them with dignity and respect, they are more likely to be successful – and so are we.
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Founded in 1953 by a group of visionary parents who knew their teenage children with disabilities could be contributing members of the community if given a chance, Opportunity Partners has always focused on the abilities of people. Today, Opportunity Partners is redefining “disability” through advanced learning, deep community support and meaningful work, proving that everyone – when given an opportunity – adds value to our world. Join the cause to take the ‘dis’ out of disability. Whether you are a person with a disability, a family or team member, or an interested community member, we look forward to connecting with you.
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The Phoenix Residence, Inc. develops person-centered quality living experiences for individuals with disabilities. PRI opened in 1977 as a private non-profit facility for adults with developmental and physical disabilities. Phoenix was created as a community alternative to Regional Treatment Centers. The Phoenix philosophy respects individual freedom of choice and understands that independence results from successful experiences and increases an individual’s self-esteem and self-confidence. Since the very beginning, The Phoenix Residence, Inc. has enjoyed a reputation as a provider of high quality services. We work diligently supporting individuals with disabilities to realize their dreams and to live a life of choice.
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REM Minnesota has been providing service options for people with disabilities since 1967. We have established a reputation for providing flexible service and support options that are responsive to the needs of individuals, families and counties. Our personalized approach maximizes each person’s unique efforts to live, work and pursue activities in the community, according to their own interests. REM Minnesota’s personalized approach empowers the people we serve to live, work, and participate in community life utilizing all of their abilities in the least restrictive setting possible. In 2003, REM partnered with The MENTOR Network, a national network of local human service providers.
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Restart, Inc. is a Minnesota-based non-profit organization that teaches basic skills to adults with brain injury and related disabilities who are struggling to live independently. Since 1986, we have helped individuals maximize their personal potential so they can live happy, healthy and productive lives in the Twin Cities community. We provide safe and nurturing environments through our Residential and Outreach programs that are customized to each individual’s unique needs.
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Wingspan Life Resources is a non-profit organization that offers residential care in group homes and in-home programs to adults with developmental disabilities. We are licensed by the State of Minnesota to care for as many as 120 individuals in 28 residential facilities in Hennepin, Ramsey and Dakota counties. The Wingspan Life Resources mission is Inspiring community and empowering people impacted by disabilities to live their best life.