Wondering how to file a CPS complaint in Minnesota?
There’s no formal complaint process listed by the state, but you can still contact the Office of Ombudsperson for Families. See Q&A below for more detailed information.
- There is an ombudsman office that may be able to help
- Spanish language access resources are available
How and where to file the grievance?
Contact Minnesota Office of Ombudsperson for Families to access the intake form for complaints.
What to expect after filing and how to track the progress of your grievance?
No information is provided by the state agency, seek assistance from the Minnesota Office of Ombudsperson for Families for more information.
Contacts
State Ombudsman Office
Minnesota Office of Ombudsperson for Families
1450 Energy Drive, Suite 106
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55108
Intake: 651-539-1257 (888-234-4939)
Fax: (651) 643-2539
obff.info@state.mn.us
State Child Welfare Director
Jodi Harpstead
Commissioner
Minnesota Department of Human Services Jodi.Harpstead@state.mn.us
(651) 431-2907
Tikki Brown
Assistant Commissioner
Minnesota Department of Human Services
Children and Family Services Tikki.Borwn@state.mn.us
(651) 431-3822
444 Layfette Road, NW 55155
St. Paul, Minnesota
Helpful Links
- State Coalition
- Spanish Information
- Proceedings for Discrimination Complaints - State Level
- Proceedings for Discrimination Complaints - Federal Level
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Office for Civil Rights, Region V
233 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 240
Chicago, IL 60601
312-886-2359 (voice)
800-368-1019 (toll free)
800-537-7697 (TTY) - Procedures for Discrimination Complaint Related to Disability Rights - State Level
- Procedures for Discrimination Complaint Related to Disability Rights - Federal Level
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Office for Civil Rights, Region V
233 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 240
Chicago, IL 60601
312-886-2359 (voice)
800-368-1019 (toll free)
800-537-7697 (TTY)