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WHY LIFEWORKS

Partner of choice for disability inclusion

Disability Inclusion is our True North

At Lifeworks, disability inclusion is more than a goal—it’s the foundation of what we do. We believe that people with disabilities deserve more than basic services. They deserve the best opportunities to live full, self-directed lives, and that requires meaningful change at every level. Systems that have excluded people with disabilities must evolve.

That’s why we don’t stop at direct services—because they alone aren’t enough to create the inclusive future we envision. At Lifeworks, we’re reshaping what’s possible by working on multiple fronts, ensuring that disability inclusion is embedded in everything we do.

What Disability Inclusion Means at Lifeworks

Disability inclusion isn’t a single program—it’s woven into every part of who we are and what we do. From hands-on support to community-building, we’re committed to ensuring people with disabilities are welcomed and included. Our work is comprehensive because disability inclusion touches every aspect of life—workplaces, communities, services, and systems.

Centers for Disability Inclusion

Accessible community spaces for services, gatherings, and trainings.

Direct Support Professionals

Champions of inclusion and advocates for choice.

Education and Training

Building awareness and skills to create inclusive, accessible communities.

Employing People with Disabilities

Advancing equity through meaningful and diverse workplace opportunities.

Free Navigation Sessions

Simplifying access to essential disability support services.

Co-Creating Services

Collaborating with communities to meet real needs inclusively.

Our Approach

At Lifeworks, we advance disability inclusion through our Listen. Educate. Navigate.™ approach. This approach centers the voices of people with disabilities, offers impactful learning opportunities, and ensures individuals can access the services and resources they need. By prioritizing meaningful engagement, we are driving change and creating a more inclusive Minnesota for all.

Our Impact

At Lifeworks, our impact drives inclusion. From partnering with people with disabilities to educating our communities and fostering employment opportunities, our work creates lasting change.

  • 4663
    served by Lifeworks
  • 3157500
    hours of care provided
  • 1205
    disability inclusion training attendees
  • 447
    employers hiring people with disabilities

Join us in Advancing Disability Inclusion

At Lifeworks, we know that real inclusion requires commitment, action, and partnership. Our work isn’t about fitting people with disabilities into existing systems—it’s about changing those systems to meet their needs. Whether through direct services, employment support, community engagement, or inclusive training, we are working every day to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Together, we can create a future where disability inclusion isn’t the exception—it’s the standard.

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