It’s amazing what you can do with a little help.
As an approved Financial Management Service provider for the state of Minnesota, Lifeworks is skilled at navigating complex situations and processing services for Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS).
We hold ourselves to the highest standards. With responsive customer service and user-friendly systems in place, you can maximize your budget and choose your support – we’ve got your back.
Lifeworks offers:
● Real-time reporting and monthly budget summaries
● Walk-through trainings and digital tools
● Assistance with staff onboarding
● Seamless intake process to hire support quickly
● Thorough yearly reviews of your plan
Lifeworks is invested in providing culturally appropriate services. We translate materials into a variety of languages and hire native speakers.
What are Consumer Directed Community Supports?
Consumer Directed Community Supports is authorized funding that covers staffing, goods, and services for people who want to manage their own support. Recipients decide how to spend their budget and can employ people they know such as family and friends as support staff. They are responsible for finding, hiring, training, and scheduling their own staff and securing any additional supports such as special therapies, assistive technology, and home modifications.
Am I eligible to receive this service?
Consumer Directed Community Supports requires that a person has a waiver for either Alternative Care (AC), Brain Injury (BI), Community Alternative Care (CAC), Community Access for Disability Inclusion (CADI), or Developmental Disabilities (DD).
How does it work?
We know that the process for self-directing your support can be confusing – that’s why Lifeworks put an overview together. Read all about the steps to receiving Consumer Directed Community Supports.
Do you have questions?
Let us help. Read through our list of Consumer Directed Community Supports Frequently Asked Questions. Our knowledgeable staff are here for you. All you need to do is give us a call at 651-454-2732 or tell us a little about yourself through our Fiscal Support Contact Form.
Announcements & Resources
Blog Post: We’re in a Good Spot – The Saari/Kashef Family’s Self-Directed Support
Temporary Rate Increase Distribution Template
Temporary Rate Increase – Minnesota Department of Human Services Contact Information
CDCS Frequently Asked Questions
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Ann Ewert
Fiscal Service Coordinator
Meghan Krinke
Fiscal service coordinator
Cindy Mooers
Fiscal Service Coordinator
Emily Torkelson
Fiscal service coordinator
Ann Ewert
Ann Ewert has worked at Lifeworks for more than a decade. She first began her career with us as a service facilitator before joining our fiscal support team in 2010. Ann provides support to individuals and families utilizing the Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) and Consumer Support Grant (CSG) programs and is a Qualified Professional for the PCA Choice program. Outside of Lifeworks, Ann likes to spend time with her family and loves to be outdoors.
Meghan Krinke
Meghan began her career providing direct support at Lifeworks Eagan in June 2016. She is currently working towards a degree in human services through Rasmussen College. Meghan was promoted to a Service Coordinator in July 2019 where she helps families who use the Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) and the Consumer Support Grant (CSG) services.
In her free time, Meghan enjoys spending time with her family and taking her daughters to the beach on the St. Croix River.
Cindy Mooers
After joining Lifeworks, Cindy Mooers quickly demonstrated her strong sense of commitment and hard work. She is excited to help connect clients to resources that will enhance their lives. In her free time, Cindy likes to camp and hike, especially in Minnesota State Parks. She has camped and canoed in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness three times, and thoroughly enjoys spending time in nature.
Emily Torkelson
Before coming to Lifeworks, Emily was a program coordinator at REM Hennepin where she worked with people with disabilities for six years.
When she isn’t working, Emily enjoys watching and going to sporting events and spending time with family.
We’re Here for You
Ann Ewert
Ann Ewert has worked at Lifeworks for more than a decade. She first began her career with us as a service facilitator before joining our fiscal support team in 2010. Ann provides support to individuals and families utilizing the Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) and Consumer Support Grant (CSG) programs and is a Qualified Professional for the PCA Choice program. Outside of Lifeworks, Ann likes to spend time with her family and loves to be outdoors.
Meghan Krinke
Meghan began her career providing direct support at Lifeworks Eagan in June 2016. She is currently working towards a degree in human services through Rasmussen College. Meghan was promoted to a Service Coordinator in July 2019 where she helps families who use the Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) and the Consumer Support Grant (CSG) services.
In her free time, Meghan enjoys spending time with her family and taking her daughters to the beach on the St. Croix River.
Cindy Mooers
After joining Lifeworks, Cindy Mooers quickly demonstrated her strong sense of commitment and hard work. She is excited to help connect clients to resources that will enhance their lives. In her free time, Cindy likes to camp and hike, especially in Minnesota State Parks. She has camped and canoed in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness three times, and thoroughly enjoys spending time in nature.
Emily Torkelson
Before coming to Lifeworks, Emily was a program coordinator at REM Hennepin where she worked with people with disabilities for six years.
When she isn’t working, Emily enjoys watching and going to sporting events and spending time with family.
We’re Here for You
Ann Ewert
Ann Ewert has worked at Lifeworks for more than a decade. She first began her career with us as a service facilitator before joining our fiscal support team in 2010. Ann provides support to individuals and families utilizing the Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) and Consumer Support Grant (CSG) programs and is a Qualified Professional for the PCA Choice program. Outside of Lifeworks, Ann likes to spend time with her family and loves to be outdoors.
Meghan Krinke
Meghan began her career providing direct support at Lifeworks Eagan in June 2016. She is currently working towards a degree in human services through Rasmussen College. Meghan was promoted to a Service Coordinator in July 2019 where she helps families who use the Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) and the Consumer Support Grant (CSG) services.
In her free time, Meghan enjoys spending time with her family and taking her daughters to the beach on the St. Croix River.
Cindy Mooers
After joining Lifeworks, Cindy Mooers quickly demonstrated her strong sense of commitment and hard work. She is excited to help connect clients to resources that will enhance their lives. In her free time, Cindy likes to camp and hike, especially in Minnesota State Parks. She has camped and canoed in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness three times, and thoroughly enjoys spending time in nature.
Emily Torkelson
Before coming to Lifeworks, Emily was a program coordinator at REM Hennepin where she worked with people with disabilities for six years.
When she isn’t working, Emily enjoys watching and going to sporting events and spending time with family.