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Our Services
MCIL takes a holistic approach to help people with disabilities live their most independent lives. A wide range of services are available to address personal needs and goals.
"Bill worked with an MCIL specialist on developing his résumé and was coached through practice interviews and real-life employment interview questions and answers. Bill gained confidence and new coping strategies. He successfully landed a position in finance at a well-known bank and has reported that he’s learning a great deal and is happy in his new job."
In the News
Active advocacy, community engagement, and more. Get the latest MCIL news.
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Groundbreaking project will institute college-accredited curriculum leading to the credential of a Certified Direct Care Support Professional for the direct care workforce ST. PAUL, MINN, September 19, 2025 -The Metropolitan …
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MCIL has now instituted a new framework called the Seven Life Sustaining Dimensions of Advancing Independent Living for Families, Children and Individuals with Disabilities and Older Adults. These seven life …
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In their June 2025 episode, Disability Viewpoints features an interview with MCIL Executive Director Jesse Bethke Gomez. Jesse discusses recent legislative issues, as well as the “Seven Life Sustaining Dimensions Advancing Independent …
Upcoming Events (Programs)
Classes and connections. Check out what’s coming up.
October 8: Self Advocacy Class: To-Do's & Priorities
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Offered in person at MCIL or virtually via Zoom. Please complete our online form to register. If you need help registering, please contact us at info@mcil-mn.org or 651-646-8342.
October 16: Driver's Ed Class
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Offered in person at MCIL or virtually via Zoom. Please complete our online form to register. If you need help registering, please contact us at info@mcil-mn.org or 651-646-8342.
October 22: Self Advocacy Class: Budgeting
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Offered in person at MCIL or virtually via Zoom. Please complete our online form to register. If you need help registering, please contact us at info@mcil-mn.org or 651-646-8342.
October 30: Driver's Ed Class
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Offered in person at MCIL or virtually via Zoom. Please complete our online form to register. If you need help registering, please contact us at info@mcil-mn.org or 651-646-8342.
