PACER Center
Child & Family Services in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Family-to-Family Health Information Center (F2F) for Minnesota. Parent/family-led nonprofit serving children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN) and their families. Federally funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB) under HRSA. Provides family-centered support, navigation of health care systems (Medicaid/CHIP, EPSDT, IEP/IFSP, Title V CYSHCN programs, private insurance),
Phone: (952) 838-9000
Address: 8161 Normandale Boulevard, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55437-1044
Website: http://www.pacer.org/
Languages: English; Spanish (most affiliates); additional languages vary by site
Services offered: Health system navigation for children with special needs, Medicaid/CHIP/EPSDT support, help with IEPs, 504 plans, and IFSPs, peer-to-peer parent matching, training on care coordination, transition to adult care, and self-advocacy, information & referral, family leadership development, policy education, cultural and linguistic supports
Ages served: Children and youth ages 0-21 with special health care needs and disabilities, and their families
Good to know: F2F for Minnesota. Verified live website (HTTP 200, non-parked) and contact information from familyvoices.org/affiliates/states/mn (April 2026). Toll-free: (888) 248-0822. Fax: (952) 838-0199.
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Frequently asked questions about PACER Center
How do I contact PACER Center?
You can call PACER Center at (952) 838-9000 or visit 8161 Normandale Boulevard in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Their website is http://www.pacer.org/.
What services does PACER Center offer?
PACER Center offers Health system navigation for children with special needs, Medicaid/CHIP/EPSDT support, help with IEPs, 504 plans, and IFSPs, peer-to-peer parent matching, training on care coordination, transition to adult care, and self-advocacy, information & referral, family leadership development, policy education. Serves Children and youth ages 0-21 with special health care needs and disabilities, and their families. Family-to-Family Health Information Center (F2F) for Minnesota. Parent/family-led nonprofit serving children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN) and their fa
Are services at PACER Center free or low-cost?
Many community child & family services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call PACER Center at (952) 838-9000 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.
What languages does PACER Center support?
PACER Center reports providing services in: English; Spanish (most affiliates); additional languages vary by site. If you need another language, ask about translation services or call 988 for free crisis support in English and Spanish.
Who is eligible for services at PACER Center?
PACER Center reports serving Children and youth ages 0-21 with special health care needs and disabilities, and their families. Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (952) 838-9000 to confirm before visiting.
What if I'm in crisis right now?
If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.
In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.