Resources for clients impacted by mental health, peer support service disruptions

The Minnesota Department of Human Services understands that maintaining the integrity of publicly funded programs is essential, and that related actions may affect service availability for some individuals. Disruptions in services can be difficult, and we empathize with the challenges individuals may be facing. Our goal is to support continued access to care and provide resources to help meet mental health and basic needs.

If you have experienced a disruption or loss of Adult Rehabilitative Mental Health Services, Assertive Community Treatment, Intensive Residential Treatment Services, and/or Peer Recovery Services, the resources below can help you reconnect to care and access support for mental health, basic needs, and community connection.

County and coverage resources

These resources connect you directly with county offices responsible for Adult Mental Health services, case management, benefits, and health coverage.

County and Tribal Nation Social Services and Human Services

Minnesota Health Care Program County, Tribal, and State Directory: Find contact information for county and tribal social services, including Adult Mental Health, Medical Assistance, and housing and financial assistance. Contact your county or Tribe to learn about Adult Mental Health Targeted Case Management, where case managers can help with ARMHS coordination, reassignment, housing supports, benefits, and service planning. Visit mn.gov county and Tribal Nation directory.

Health Insurance and Coverage Help

MNsure Navigators & Assisters: Free, unbiased help to apply for or renew Medical Assistance (MA), resolve coverage issues, and understand managed care plans that impact mental health services. Visit mnsure.org/help/find-assister.

Why this matters for ARMHS, ACT and IRTS recipients: If your provider closes or services end, your county remains responsible for adult mental health services. Case management and Medical Assistance eligibility continue. These county offices can help bridge gaps, reassign services, and prevent loss of care.

Mental health services and care coordination

Community Mental Health

County Adult Mental Health Teams: Access assessments, referrals, case management, and crisis support. If you don't know how to contact your county team, call United Way 211 at 1-800-543-7709 or dial 211, or visit 211unitedway.org.
Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs): Integrated mental health and substance use services regardless of ability to pay. Visit mn.gov mental health services.
FindCareMN: Search for mental health and substance use providers – including ARMHS, ACT and IRTS providers – at findcaremn.org.
Licensing Lookup: Search the Minnesota Department of Human Services Licensing Lookup webpage to find licensed programs, including licensed Intensive Residential Treatment Services programs.
Outpatient Mental Health Services: Contact local clinics or your insurance provider for therapy, medication management, and assessments.

Peer Support and Connection

NAMI Minnesota Helpline: Find peer-led support groups and mental health information at namimn.org helpline.
Certified Peer Specialists: Ask your county Adult Mental Health Team about peer support options.
MARCO: The Minnesota Association of Recovery Community Organizations website has a list of all recovery organizations that offer peer support.
Community Support Programs (CSPs): Drop-in services, skills groups, and social support (eligibility required). Contact your county or search via findcaremn.org.

Basic needs support

Food Assistance

Food shelves: Find local food shelves at hungersolutions.org.
MNbenefits: Apply for food support and other assistance at mnbenefits.mn.gov or call 651-431-4050.

Help with housing

Emergency Assistance: Call 651-539-7700.
Minnesota Housing Help: Eviction prevention, shelters, and housing resources at mnhousing.gov.
Housing programs: Explore housing assistance programs and make a housing plan at mn.hb101.org (non-English: 651-431-2000).
HousingLink: Search affordable housing statewide at housinglink.org.
Minnesota Aging & Disability Resources: Search housing, financial, and community services by location at mn.gov/adresources.

Cash Assistance

Apply through MNbenefits at mnbenefits.mn.gov.

Transportation

United Way 211: Access transportation services at 211unitedway.org.
Transit Assistance Program (TAP): Get $1 fares available through Metro Transit. Call 612-373-3333.
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT): Available for Medical Assistance members — contact your health plan or county.

Employment and education

MN Department of Employment & Economic Development (DEED): Find information on job search, training, and vocational rehabilitation at mn.gov/deed.
Goodwill/Easter Seals Workforce Services: Find employment readiness and placement programs at goodwilleasterseals.org.
Supported employment services: Get help finding and keeping a job through the Individual Placement and Support program.
Adult Education & Community Education: Courses are offered through local school districts and community colleges.

Social and community opportunities

Clubhouses & Peer-Run Programs: Structured social, educational, and vocational activities — often accessed through CSP providers or county referrals.
NAMI Minnesota Support Groups: Find in-person and virtual groups at namimn.org/support.

Crisis support (24/7)

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org.
Mobile Crisis Teams: County-specific numbers available at namimn.org crisis resources.
Emergency: Call 911 if you are in immediate danger.

Warmlines

Mental Health Minnesota operates the Minnesota Warmline seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Call 651-288-0400.
Wellness in the Woods operates the Peer Support Connection MN Warmline seven days a week from 5 p.m. to 9 a.m. Call 1-844-739-6369. Individuals that would like to speak to an African American peer can call 1-855-244-5050 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 p.m. to 9 a.m.

Helpful contacts

United Way 211: Dial 211 or 1-800-543-7709 for assistance with food, housing, transportation, and mental health resources.
MNsure Navigators (health insurance assistance): Visit mnsure.org/help/find-assister.

Helpful Tip: If you're unsure where to start, calling 211 is often the fastest way to connect to food, housing, transportation, and mental health resources in one place.

Additional questions or support needed?

Contact DHS’ Adult Rehabilitative Mental Health Services team by email at DHS.MHrehab-Adult@state.mn.us.
Contact DHS’ Assertive Community Treatment and Intensive Residential Treatment Services teams by email at dhs.adultmhact_irts@state.mn.us.