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follow your path.
For Consumers
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ForEmployees
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ForVisitors
A history of advocacy, innovation, commitment, compassion.
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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Public gathering will honor our nation’s founding principles and the importance of citizen engagement ST. PAUL, MINN – (September 3, 2026) – In 1952, the United States Congress formally designated …
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Thank you to MSN for the honor of including MCIL Executive Director Jesse Bethke Gomez among their Top 10 Leading Men in 2026. This honor recognizes the work of MCIL …
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As Executive Director of Metropolitan Center for Independent Living I am honored to have written this cover article for Minnesota Physician Journal. Now more than ever, advancing independent living as …
Upcoming Events (Programs)
Classes and connections. Check out what’s coming up.
October 21: Case Management
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 26: Housing Class
11:00 am - 12:00 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.


