The Civil Commitment Training and Resource Center (CCTRC) is part of the Office of Ombudsman for Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (OMHDD). The CCTRC was developed to assist persons who want training and information regarding the Civil Commitment and Treatment Act. The CCTRC can provide individualized training, information, referral and advocacy.
The CCTRC can assist anyone who wants information regarding the Civil Commitment and Treatment Act.
The Office of Ombudsman for Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities
Civil Commitment Training and Resource Center
332 Minnesota Street, Ste W1410
First National Bank Building
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55101-2117
651-757-1800 or Toll Free: 1-800-657-3506
e-mail: ombudsman.mhdd@state.mn.us
The CCTRC can provide specialized training/presentations on individualized topics in civil commitment, including pre-petition issues, post-petition issues, neuroleptic medications and more effective advocacy. If your agency, organization or group is interested, please contact the CCTRC.
The CCTRC has trained staff who can provide information and answer questions regarding civil commitment law and other related topics. The CCTRC provides reports, documents, notices and fact sheets relating to the civil commitment process and related topics. The CCTRC also provides up-to-date information on proposed or new changes to the law.
In some instances, the CCTRC may be unable to assist a caller. The CCTRC provides referrals to other agencies, departments and other resources that may better assist the caller.
Some callers may need additional assistance. If the caller meets the OMHDD definition of a client, the CCTRC can refer the caller to a Regional Ombudsman who may be able to provide information concerning services.
See more about the history about civil commitment in Minnesota on the CCTRC History page.
