Every Tuesday, those keeping tabs on the latest from the Aging and Adult Services Division (AASD) and Disability Services Division (DSD) get a digest of the latest news. This week's is no exception, bringing essential updates on community support services as well as funding opportunities that could make a tangible difference in how these services reach out.
For the policy trackers and service providers, the announcement brings to light recent changes in the Community-Based Services Manual (CBSM), crucial for lead agencies and those vested in adult care. In May 2025, the Department of Human Services (DHS) made several updates, aiming to respond to the ebb and flow of need within the community and the ever-evolving landscape of care and support. Yet, specifics were not disclosed immediately in the digest.
Meanwhile, the Moving Home Minnesota (MHM) Program Manual is not left behind, receiving its own set of updates. Service providers and lead agency staff, take note. New pages for services in the manual could mean shifts in how care is coordinated and delivered. Such changes could be the linchpin for more streamlined or expanded support for adults with disabilities or aging individuals striving for independence.
And for organizations with a heartbeat for disability support - there's a grant on the table. DHS is on the lookout for parties interested in operating and staffing the Disability Hub MN contact center. What's at stake? The opportunity to be at the frontlines, the first contact, for many seeking assistance. August 1, 2025, at 4 p.m. is the deadline to throw your hat in the ring - an chance for organizations ready to step up and make a difference.
