Employer Reasonable Accommodation Fund informational webinar

By Nicole Mattson, LHSE, SHRM-SCP, SPHR  |  January 17, 2025  |  All members

Discover how the Employer Reasonable Accommodation Fund (ERAF) can help your business while fostering a more inclusive workplace. Small to mid-sized businesses in Minnesota can receive reimbursements of up to $30,000 for providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants and employees with disabilities. It’s straightforward, it’s impactful, and it can be your gateway to connecting with outstanding talent.

Join the Department of Employment & Economic Development (DEED) for an informative and engaging session on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at 2:00 PM, that will cover the following:
  • The benefits of workplace inclusivity for your business
  • How ERAF simplifies providing accommodations and supports your bottom line
  • Real-world examples of accommodations that enhance productivity and employee satisfaction

Register here to find out more about ERAF and how it can help your business.


What’s a reasonable accommodation?
Some examples of reasonable accommodations include ergonomic workstations, specialized software, captioning services, special equipment, and much more. Our website and the ERAF staff can walk you through the kinds of accommodations covered by the fund.

We're here to help
Can't attend the webinar? Do you have questions about reasonable accommodations? Do you need to know more about ADA? The ERAF staff can answer questions, provide technical assistance, and provide more information about the fund and how it can help Minnesota businesses.

Learn more here. You can also reach out to DEED at: 651-539-2390 or eraf.deed@state.mn.us


Nicole Mattson
Nicole Mattson  |  Vice President of Strategic Initiatives  |   nmattson@careproviders.org  |  952-851-2482