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Housing
Organization
Description
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Minnesota Tenants Union/// Unión de Inquilinos de Minnesota
Minnesota Tenants Union/// Unión de Inquilinos de Minnesota
Phone: 612-871-7485
Email: MNTenantsUnion@yahoo.com
Homeline Tenant Advocacy// Defensa de los inquilinos de Homeline
Provides free and low-cost legal, organizing, education, and advocacy services for tenants.
Phone: 612-728-5767
Phone: 866-866-3546
Disability HUB MN// Discapacidad HUB MN
Housing resources for people with disabilities.
Phone: 866-333-2466
Live chat and email form: https://disabilityhubmn.org/home/
HUD Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity/// Oficina de Vivienda Justa e Igualdad de Oportunidades del HUD Igualdad de Oportunidades
The mission of the office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHE0) is to eliminate housing discrimination, promote economic opportunity, and achieve diverse, inclusive communities by leading the nation in the enforcement, administration, development, and public understanding of federal fair housing policies and laws. The laws implemented and enforced by FHEO include: The Fair Housing Act, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 109 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, The Architectural Barriers Act of 1968, The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968.
Phone: 800-669-9777
Chicago Regional Office: 800-765-9372
Email- Regional Office: complaintsoffice05@hud.gov
Inquilinxs Unidxs por Justicia//
Tenant rights and advocacy organization
City Inspections/// Inspecciones municipales
Report housing repair and pest control issues
Phone: 311
Tenant Resource Center///. Centro de recursos para inquilinos
Support for Hennepin County residents who are at risk of eviction or homelessness
Phone: 612-767-9737
E-mail: Housing.Assistance.triage@hennepin.us
https://www.trchennepin.com/
United Way
Free and confidential health and human services information for, among others, the elderly, the disabled, those who do not speak English, those with a personal crisis, those with limited reading skills, and those who are new to their communities)
Phone: 211
Phone:651-291-021
Phone: 1 800-543-7709
E-mail: MN211@gtcuw.org
Housing Link
Information on affordable housing-related openings, data, and resource
Phone: 612-522-2500
E-mail: info@housinglink.org
https://www.housinglink.org/
Comunidades Latinas Unidas en Servicio (CLUES)
Information and services with or without cost, mainly oriented to the Latino community of Minnesota - Family Services (in different ages), health, taxes, technology, etc...
Phone:
651-379-4200 (St. Paul )
612-746-3500 (MPLS)
507-355-2575 (Austin)
320-262-5106 (Willmar)
E-mail: info@clues.org
Website:
https://clues.org/services/economic-empowerment/housing-programs/ (Information on rental assistance and home ownership)
Health
Organization
Description
Contact Info
Office of Health Facility Complaints (MDH)
The Minnesota Department of Health is the state agency with the authority to license hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities and home health care agencies in Minnesota.
Phone:
652-201-5000
651-201-4201
Phone: 800-369-7994
Nursing Home Complaints (MDH)
Nursing Home Complaints (MDH)
Phone: 651-201-4201
Phone: 800-397-6124
Minnesota Ombudsman for Long-Term Care
The Office of the Minnesota Ombudsman for Long-Term Care has authority to investigate complaints concerning nursing home, home care services, hospitals and other long-term care facilities related to the health, safety, welfare, rights and government benefits of people. The Ombudsman's Office may also be able to offer information and consultation about nursing homes, assisted living, housing with services, customized living, home care, and hospital services
Phone: 651-431-2555
Phone: 800-657-3591
U.S. Dept of Health and Human Services
HIPPA complaints WRITTEN only
Phone: 1-800-368-1019
MN Board of Medical Practice
Our Mission is to protect the public's health and safety by assuring that the people who practice medicine or as an allied health professional are competent, ethical practitioners with the necessary knowledge and skills appropriate to their title and role.
Phone: 612-617-2130
Email: Medical.Board@state.mn.us
Esperanza United
Esperanza United mobilizes Latinas and Latin@ communities to end gender-based violence. Formerly Casa de Esperanza, Esperanza United was founded in 1982 by a small group of persevering Latinas as an emergency shelter in St. Paul, Minnesota. We continue to ground our work in community strengths and wisdom, as we serve Latin@s locally and nationwide.
Phone: 612-617-2130
Email: Medical.Board@state.mn.us
Mental Health
Organization
Description
Contact Info
NAMI MN (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
NAMI Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness) is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with mental illnesses and their families. For over 40 years, NAMI Minnesota has worked to promote the development of community mental health programs and services, change public attitudes about mental illnesses, improve access to services, and increase opportunities for recovery.
Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
https://namimn.org/
Para más información en Español contacte NAMI al 651-645-2948 y pregunte por Cherolyn o Fanny.
Legal Resources
Organization
Description
Contact Info
Volunteer Lawyers Network
Volunteer Lawyers Network is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to connecting Minnesotans experiencing poverty with some of the top private lawyers in the state at no cost.
These volunteers protect the rights and property of thousands of clients every year by advising them at legal clinics, drafting legal documents, representing them in court or otherwise supporting them in their pursuit of justice.
Phone: 612-752-6677 https://www.vlnmn.org/
Lawyers Responsibility Board
Attorneys licensed in Minnesota must adhere to certain ethical standards. The Office of Lawyers Professional Responsibility is the state agency with authority to investigate and handle complaints of ethical misconduct by attorneys.
Phone: 651-296-3952
Phone: 1-800-657-3601
Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services
Provide free legal services to those with limited income and assets.
Phone: 651-222-9823
Phone: 888-575-2954
Immigrant Law Center of MN
Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota (lLCM) is a nonprofit agency that provides immigration legal assistance to low-income immigrants and refugees in Minnesota. ILCM also works to educate Minnesota communities and professionals about immigration matters, and advocates for state and federal policies which respect the universal human rights of immigrants.
Phone: 1-800-223-1368
Central Minnesota Legal Services
CMLS staff provide legal assistance to low-income individuals and families in 21 Central Minnesota counties from three offices located in Minneapolis, St. Cloud, and Wilmar. Offices provide services based on county
Phone (MSLP): 612-332-8151
Phone (St. Cloud): 320-253-0138
Phone (Wilmar): 320-235-7662 https://www.centralmnlegal.org/
Self-Help Center (MN Judicial Branch)
Esperanza United mobilizes Latinas and Latin@ communities to end gender-based violence. Formerly Casa de Esperanza, Esperanza United was founded in 1982 by a small group of persevering Latinas as an emergency shelter in St. Paul, Minnesota. We continue to ground our work in community strengths and wisdom, as we serve Latin@s locally and nationwide.
Phone (State-wide number) :
(651) 435-6535
https://www.mncourts.gov/Help-Topics/Self-Help-Centers/Self-Help-Centers-Contact.aspx
MN Unbundled Law Project
Limited scope legal services
Phone: (800) 882-6722
https://mnunbundled.org/
Legal Corps
Free legal help for lower-income small businesses & non-profits.
Phone: 612-206-0780
http://legalcorps.org/
Hennepin County - Adult Representation Services
Free legal advice or legal representation
Phone: 612-348-7012
E-mail: ContactARS@hennepin.us
Mai N. Moua Law Office
Areas of Practice: Asylum, Business Immigration, Citizenship and Naturalization, Consular Processing, Criminal Issues, Deportation Defense, Detention, Domestic Violence Issues, Family-Based Immigration
Address:
609 South 10th Street Suite 200 - Minneapolis, MN 55404
Phone: 612-808-9800
Fax: 651-760-4294 http://www.mnmoualaw.com/
Employment
Organization
Description
Contact Info
MN Department of Employment & Economic Development (DEED)
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is the state's principal economic development agency. DEED programs promote business recruitment, expansion, and retention; international trade; workforce development; and community development.
General:
651-296-2432
651-296-3711
Unemployment:
651-284-3033
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
Phone:
612-335-4041
1-800-669-4000
Already Filed? :
1-866-408-8075
US Department of Labor
Family Leave Law
Phone: 612-370-3177
Website: www.doli.gov
National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)
Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota (lLCM) is a nonprofit agency that provides immigration legal assistance to low-income immigrants and refugees in Minnesota. ILCM also works to educate Minnesota communities and professionals about immigration matters, and advocates for state and federal policies which respect the universal human rights of immigrants.
Regional Office NLRB Region 18 Federal Office Building
212 3rd Avenue S, Suite 200 Minneapolis, MN 55401
Phone:
612-348-1757
Labor Standards Office Department of Labor and Industry (DOLI)
Protects workers through enforcement of state laws governing labor/employment relations, minimum wage and overtime, child labor, prevailing wage, parental leave and employee rights regarding the termination of employment and wages due. Lt provides outreach and education to employers, employees, industry associations and community-based organizations. The first number is the general office number, but the second is a direct line to an investigator to report claims.
Phone (General): 651-284-5070
Phone (Investigator): 651-284-5075
Fax: 651-284-5740
Email: dli.laborstandards@state.mn.us
Phone (General – Spanish) 651-284-5099
Victor Carmona: 651-402-1657
E-mail: victor.carmona@state.mn.us
Worker's Compensation Division (DOLI)
This general Hotline number will forward callers to a general worker's compensation professional, who can diagnose whom they should call for their concerns. The following are specific offices within this division.
Phone: 651-284-5032
Fax: 651-284-5720
Email: dli.workcomp@state.mn.us
Alternate Dispute Resolution (DOLI)
Seeks early intervention in workers' compensation disputes through conference and mediation. It handles calls from the workers' compensation hotline and responds to questions from injured workers, employers, health care providers, attorneys, and qualified rehabilitation consultants.
Phone: 651-284-5229
Fax: 651-284-5729
Special Compensation Fund (DOLI)
Administers the workers' compensation claims of injured employees who worked for employers that did not carry workers' compensation insurance or that declared bankruptcy. Special Compensation Fund also administers the asbestosis program and the supplementary benefit and second-injury reimbursement programs. It enforces the requirement that all state employers carry workers' compensation insurance. Employees can make a report at this number.
Phone: 651-284-5045
Fax: 651-215-9099
Vocational Rehabilitation (DOLI)
Provides vocational rehabilitation services to help injured workers return to work. The staff consists of qualified rehabilitation consultants (QRCs), placement specialists and placement assistance. Injured workers eligible for services include those whose workers' compensation claims were denied; those whose rehabilitation services were suspended; those who qualify for services paid by insurance carriers or self-insured employers; and those who are awaiting a decision on eligibility for workers' compensation benefits. This office only deals with workers who have open workers compensation claims
Phone: 651-284-5038
Fax: 651-284-5734
Wage Theft (DOLI)
Wage Theft (DOLI)
Phone: 651-284-5075
Phone: 800-342-5354
Email: dli.laborstandards@state.mn.us
US Department of Justice-Immigrant and Employee Rights Section
The Immigrant and Employee Rights Section enforces the anti-discrimination provision of the immigration and Nationality Act, which prohibits discrimination based on an individual's national origin or citizenship status in hiring, firing, or recruitment or referral for a fee. The statute also prohibits unfair documentary practices, or "document abuse," during the employment eligibility verification (e.g. Form 1-9 and/or E-Verify) process, and retaliation or intimidation.
Worker Hotline:
1-800-255-7688 [Voice]
1-800-237-2515 [TTY]
Employer Hotline:
1-800-255-8155 [Voice]
1-800-237-2515 [TTY]
Direct Office Line:
1-202-616-5594 [Voice]
1-202-616-5525 [TTY]
Email: ier@usdoj.gov
CareerForce (DEED)
Administered by DEED, Careerforce works to help career seekers and employers in Minnesota. Local offices can be found here: https://www.careerforcemn.com/locations?page=O
Phone: 651-259-7501
Email: careerforce@state.mn.us
https://www.careerforcemn.com/
Education
Organization
Description
Contact Info
Act Six (Minneapolis- St.Paul)
Act Six brings together diverse, multicultural cadres of young people who want to use their college education to make a difference on campus and in their communities at home. Scholars are actively recruited from across the region and chosen through a rigorous, three-phase selection process and recieve full-need tuition scholarships.
Benny Roberts,
VP Youth & Career Development
(612) 545-9866
https://www.actsix.org/program-sites/minneapolis-st-paul/
Central Minnesota
Courtesy of Fe Y Justicia
Local Services :
Inspections:
320-253-0121 (Ciudad de St. Cloud).
St. Cloud HRA: 320-252-0880
Condado de Stearns HRA: 320-685-7771
Minnesota Tenant’s Union: 612-871-7485
Tenant Advocacy: 612-728-5767
Organizations:
Legal Aid:
Address: 110 6th Ave S #200, St Cloud, MN 56301
Phone: (320) 253-0121
Home Line:
HOME Line provides legal, educational and community services to help Minnesota tenants solve their rental housing and apartment problems. By involving tenants in the process, HOME Line works to improve public and private policies related to renting.
HOME Line can assist you with rental issues and problems such as:
Emergency repairs | Water loss | Heat loss | Flooding | Bed bugs and other insect infestations | Evictions | Security deposits | Security deposits
Any other questions or problems related to tenant and landlord law.
Gigi Gimenez - Home Line Representative- gigi@homelinemn.org
To contact a HOME Line representative: (612) 255-8870. Leave a message with your full name, phone number and brief information about your situation.
Programs : Home Help MN
In case of eviction:
Infomhfa@homehelpmn.org -
Phone: (800)388-3226 - (651)204-1608.
Website: https://homehelpmn.org
Energy Assistance Program :
Info and Application: https://mn.gov/commerce/energy/consumer-assistance/energy-assistance-program/
Tri-Cap (aqui se entrega la aplicacion):
Phone: (320)251-1612
Address: 1210 23rd ave S, Waite Park, MN 56387
Central MN Immigration Resources
Notice: All of these organizations offer free legal representation and because of this they may not be able to respond quickly or accept new cases, so it is important to consider this and call before you show up for a consultation.
Organization
Description
Contact Info
Advocacy for Human Rights and James H. Binger Center for New Americans
Fe y Justicia in the company of Advocacy for Human Rights and James H. Binger Center for New Americans (immigration lawyers and law students) we have been doing political asylum clinics to support people who recently arrived in the United States and are interested in the process of applying for political asylum. For these clinics we do not have specific dates since we carry them out depending on the number of cases we receive, but if you are interested in carrying out this process you can call Fabiola Velasquez - Community organizer on immigration issues.
Contact: Fabiola Velasquez - Community Organizer
Phone: (320) 412-3660.
Lutheran Social Services
Fe y Justicia in the company of Lutheran Social Services we carry out citizenship, residence and family petition clinics for people who are eligible to carry out these processes. These clinics are at least twice a month on Mondays and to schedule your appointment you can contact Fabiola Velasquez - Community organizer on immigration issues.
Contact: Fabiola Velasquez - Community Organizer
Phone: (320) 412-3660.
Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid
Its attorneys, staff, and volunteers handle civil legal matters for Minnesota's most vulnerable people at no cost. With experience and compassion, they work to provide basic legal protections so our clients can achieve security, self-sufficiency, and access to opportunity. In addition to direct legal representation, we work with legislators, advocating for equal rights and equal protection under the law.
Address: 110 6th Ave S #200, St Cloud, MN 56301
Hours: 9 AM - 5 PM
Phone : (320)253-0121