Choices by Design

Rise is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving Minnesota and Western Wisconsin, dedicated to empowering individuals through a whole-person approach to support employment, housing, and life enrichment services. The organization provides resources and opportunities for people experiencing various life challenges, including disabilities, mental illness, and barriers to employment. With a focus on helping individuals lead purposeful and meaningful lives, Rise offers a range of programs designed to foster independence and community engagement. Their commitment to continuous support ensures that individuals are never left without assistance as they navigate their personal and professional journeys. Generated from the website

Established in 1986, RESOURCE, is a nonprofit organization that operates employment agencies, rehabilitation and recovery centers, and mental health clinics throughout Minnesota. It provides staffing and recruitment solutions for people with physical disabilities, and offers temporary employment opportunities for employees in career transition. The recovery programs offered by the organization include case management, family counseling, relapse prevention, career planning, vocational training, transitional and long-term housing, and acupuncture services. The organization operates child development and mental health clinics that provide medical assistance and health care services, and organizes workshops and support groups for anger management and chemical dependency. It also operates the Midwest Institute for Telecommuting Education that offers training and consultation services for companies and organizations recruiting employees with disabilities. RESOURCE is headquartered in Minneapolis.

The Minnesota Council of Health Plans is a nonprofit association dedicated to providing Minnesotans with affordable, equitable, and quality health care, having operated for nearly four decades to enhance health care access for everyone. This organization represents various nonprofit health plans that collectively support millions of residents through initiatives focused on health equity, care coordination, and preventive services. Among its initiatives, the Council emphasizes the importance of care coordination, facilitating personalized and holistic care for individuals with complex health needs. Additionally, it addresses the challenges of Medicaid eligibility renewals, aiming to ensure continued coverage for many residents while advocating for communication strategies that improve health outcomes in underserved communities. Generated from the website