Next Steps

Having a disability doesn’t mean you have to quit working. It is important to know your options before making a decision about leaving your job. If you think you need a reasonable accommodation, talk to your employer's Human Resources department. With the right supports, you may be able to keep working. You can learn more about reasonable accommodations at the Job Accommodation Network or at your local CareerForce location (or call them at 1-651-259-7501).

If you are thinking about leaving your job, talk to the Human Resources department about benefits you may be able to get, such as Short-term Disability Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, and Family Medical Leave.

You can apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI):

• By calling Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 or 1-800-325-0778 (TTY)
• At your local Social Security office

You can also apply for SSDI online. If you have an appointment with Social Security, it's a good idea to review the Disability Starter Kit to prepare.

You can apply for Minnesota health coverage programs, including MA:

• In person at your local county or tribal human services office.
• Filling out a paper application and faxing it in to 1-651-431-7750 or mailing to the address listed on the form.
• Online using MNsure.

The only way you can apply for Medical Assistance for Employed Persons with Disabilities (MA-EPD) is by filling out the Minnesota Health Care Programs Application for Certain Populations and taking it or mailing it to your local county or tribal human services office. You cannot sign up online.

If you need help completing an application, contact your county or tribal human services office. MNsure Assisters can also help you with your application.

If you want to learn more about the types of benefits available, USA.gov has a helpful list of many different types of benefits, sorted by topic.

Bridge to Benefits is a useful tool that can help you figure out which of these programs you may qualify for.

When you have questions or need help, use Chat with a Hub expert. This feature connects you to a DB101 Expert using live chat, phone, or secure email. Anything you talk about is private.

Chat with a Hub expert to:

• Understand your current benefits
• Get help using DB101.org
• Connect to resources
• Plan next steps

The Minnesota Disability Law Center (MDLC) provides free assistance to people with civil legal issues related to their disability. Call the MDLC Intake Line at 1-612-334-5970 (Twin Cities metro area), 1-800-292-4150 (Greater Minnesota), or 1-612-332-4668 (TTY).