​Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) is a flexible service option available under MN DHS Waivers, including CAC, CADI, DD, EW and BI waivers, that gives persons more flexibility and responsibility for directing their services and supports, including hiring and managing direct care staff.
All SWCIL Support Planners are Certified by the MN Department of Human Services.
To assist you with developing support plans and budgets under CDCS, the Southwestern Center for Independent Living offers Support Planner Services which include, but are not limited to:

· Help develop, monitor and revise the community
  support plan and budget

· Find and connect persons to both licensed and
  non-licensed providers

· Promote and enhance the self-determination process

· Facilitate community access and inclusion
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· Assist persons to hire, support and/or train their
  employees

For more information on CDCS such as the process for application and eligibility, please click here. 
Finding Support Staff
Many people and families struggle to find quality, reliable direct support workers. The State of Minnesota has created a dedicated job board and hiring resource for individuals to post help wanted ads, as well as individuals to post work they are seeking. Find more information here: Direct Support Connect. 

Consumer Success Story...

After months of being unable to find a caregiver for their son, a family was finally approved for CDCS and able to provide needed cares for their son in their home. Now their son is able to thrive in his home and receive necessary supports from his parents as paid caregivers. They have also been able to add  a sensory room and safety monitoring equipment to their home.
To request information on CDCS Support Planning, contact CDCS/Veteran's Directed Program Manager, Linda. 

SWCIL OFFICE: 109 S 5th St. #700, Marshall, MN 56258
Phone: 507.532.2221  ext 112 or  800.422.1485 (for MN Relay, dial 711)
​Email: swcil@swcil.com