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Minnesota residents may be eligible for free tax preparation at the Lakes & Prairies Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Site. Volunteer tax preparers have completed the required training and passed IRS testing for VITA certification.

Provides education and assistance applying for USDA Home Loan programs- An advisor to assess the household's current situation and determine mortgage readiness, review credit report, and answer home buying questions- Connects households to down payment and closing cost assistance programs, which may include deferred or low-interest loans depending on eligibility- Helps individuals set goals and action plans- Homebuyer education classes and workshops to understand the home-buying process. Classes are virtual.- Financing options through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Home Loans program. The loan assists households in purchasing safe and sanitary housing in rural areas. There is no down payment required and no monthly mortgage insurance payments.- Assists households in identifying housing options and connects them with real estate professionals and other professionals involved in the home purchase. Income qualified households will be determined based on availability of resources for the Partnership Community Land Trust program.- Walk through closing of a home, review real estate documents, and loan disclosure

Helps people without children who can't work enough to support themselves, and whose income and resources are very low pay for basic needs. The maximum monthly benefit is:- $128 for a person living in a licensed residential facility or receiving substance use disorder treatment services- $350 for a person living in the community- Emergency funds may be available if the individual cannot pay for basic needs, such as shelter or food, and their health or safety is at risk because of thisPeople who get GA are also eligible for help with medical and food costs through Medical Assistance - MA and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - SNAP.

Formal supervision of individuals who have been convicted of a crime, which releases them into the community under specific conditions, which may include a reduced term in county jail, fines, restitution to the victim, community work, counseling, and other stipulations - Adult probation supervision- Juvenile probation supervision

Coordinated service approach that focuses on promoting independence in the community.Services:- Assistance with housing issues including help in finding housing, applying for housing subsidies, and/or in-home support to maintain community living?- Benefits screening assistance- Employment assistance- Information on educational opportunities- Long term case management- Recreational opportunities including softball, bowling, men's support group, and healthy choices group (exercise, diet, and stress reduction)- Transportation provided to the center

Provides a safe and supportive drop-in center for youth offering basic health care needs, long-term housing referrals, and help finding a job. Services include:- A meal- Case management- Connection to talk with a caring and trusting adult- Help with resources for food, housing, employment, and obtaining social security cards, state IDs, and birth certificates- Mental health support- Youth Outreach Services: Offers an outreach team that connects with youth ages 12 - 24 who are experiencing homelessness to help them access the support they need to stay safe and get back on their feet in school, home, or in the community

Minnesota's Medicaid program for people with low income. Most people who have MA receive health care through health plans. Members who do not receive health care through a health plan receive care on a fee-for-service basis, with providers billing the state directly for services they provide.MA pays for a variety of services like doctor visits, prescriptions, and hospital stays. Some services and prescriptions may require prior approval. MA pays for medical bills going back three months from the month the application is received.NOTE: People with disabilities who work, even if they're over the income or asset limits of MA, may still qualify for a program called Medical Assistance for Employed Persons with Disabilities - MA-EPD.

Provides grants to all Minnesota active duty and honorably discharged military personnel who have served in a combat zone since September 11, 2001. The amount of grant depends on each circumstance and can be used at their discretion.

The assessment helps determine public programs that might pay for an individual's long-term services and supports or help them learn about other options if they don't qualify for publicly funded programs. It is required to determine eligibility for:?Community First Services and Supports - CFSS (formerly known as Personal Care Assistance - PCA)Home and Community-Based Services Waivers based on age:- Individuals Over 65 Years Old: Alternative Care (AC); Elderly Waiver (EW)- Individuals Under 65 Years Old: Brain Injury Waiver (BI); Community Access for Disability Inclusion Waiver (CADI); Community Alternative Care Waiver (CAC)Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Services (also known as Rule 185 Case Management)Family, friends, or others can attend the assessment. The assessment is in person at the individual's home or at a place of their choice, and it lasts about two hours.

Equine-assisted therapy commonly assists with issues like anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, trauma, communication, and relationship problems. They assist patients 7 years of age or older.

Refugee Cash Assistance provides temporary financial assistance for refugees and eligible entrants while they are in the process of resettling in the United States.NOTE: Able-bodied RCA recipients are required to participate in an employment and training program. RCA recipients who are disabled or 65 years of age or older are required to apply for SSI.

Helps individuals and families with low incomes (including temporary low incomes) get the food they need for nutritious and well-balanced meals. Provides extra support to help stretch a household's food budget - it is not meant to cover all the groceries a family needs.Monthly benefits are loaded on an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card, which looks and works like a debit card. The card can be used to buy groceries at authorized stores, farmers markets, and online retailers. Learn more about where to shop and what can be bought. The amount of benefits received is based on income, expenses, and number of people in the household.The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment and Training (SNAP E&T) program provides free employment and education training and support for people getting SNAP benefits. SNAP E&T participants gain support, skills, training, or experience to reach their goals. Many organizations, including technical and community colleges, community-based organizations, county agencies, tribes, and CareerForce Centers provide SNAP E&T programs and services. Programs can include career planning, job search, training for in-demand jobs, student support, financial support, and continued support once a participant has a job.

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families' homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers.ECFE works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child.Services may include:- Book lending library- Dad and child programs- Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5- Information on community resources- Outdoor classroom- Parent-child activities- Parent discussion groups- Play and learn activities for children- Programs for non-English language learners- School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4- Special events for the entire family- Workshops on specific topicsNOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events.

Provides information about blindness and visual impairment. Provides assistance to individuals for accessing products, services, and trainings to assist with daily activities and adjustments to vision loss.

Provides information about blindness and visual impairment. Provides assistance to individuals for accessing products, services, and trainings to assist with daily activities and adjustments to vision loss.

Short-term acute rehabilitative care center with the following services:- Access to Regions Hospital café, chapel, gift shop, and other amenities- Onsite HealthPartners doctors and nurse practitioner team five days a week- Physical and occupational therapy up to seven days a week- Private room available for an additional cost

Provides financial assistance to help with rent, deposit, or utility shut-offs and other one-time emergency needs

Provide educational services to area residents.- Fertile Beltrami Elementary School: 210 South Mill Street Fertile, Minnesota 56540 (218)945-6933- Fertile Beltrami High School: 210 South Mill Street Fertile, Minnesota 56540 (218)945-6953

Provides primary care and specialty medical services to patients. Services include:- Allergy and Immunology- Behavioral Health- Cancer Screenings- Colorectal Screenings- Direct Access Testing- Family Medicine- Gynecologic Care- Immunizations- Laboratories- Mammography- Orthopedic Trauma- Pediatrics- Radiology- Women's Health

Minor Parent Services assist the pregnant and/or parenting minor parent to create a plan for the parent and the child to ensure their safety and well-being. Services includes:- Counseling- Help applying for financial and medical assistance- Housing and child care options- Paternity or child support services- Resource referrals to appropriate agencies to assist with decision making

Advises and assists veterans and their dependents with all state and federal veterans benefits, such as:- Burial benefits- Financial assistance through the V.A. for dental work- G.I. Bill education assistance- G.I. Bill life insurance- Home loan guaranteed by the U.S.D.V.A.- Information about and referrals to other service agencies for chemical dependency treatment and vocational rehabilitation- Outpatient medical care through the V.A.- Service-connected disability compensation- "State Soldiers Assistance Program" (SSAP) provides cash assistance in the form of shelter payments (rent and mortgage), utilities, and personal needs grants to veterans who are unable to work as a result of a temporary disability. There are strict income and asset requirements.- Survivors and dependents' education- Transportation to the VA Medical Center- Veteran/military health insurance- Veteran survivor insurance

Responsible for calculating, collecting, and distributing taxes for the county, cities, townships, and school districts. Also calculates the county payroll and employee benefits; administers and maintains the election system; issues transient merchant, auctioneer, and liquor licenses.

Provides baby clothing, limited supplies of maternity clothing, children and adult clothing, baby equipment, furniture, household goods, and crafts supplies. The store is run by volunteers and proceeds fund Grace Place programs. The store accepts gently used clothing, household items and furniture (please note that furniture is accepted by appointment only).

Assists the community by preparing for, responding to, and recovering from natural and man-made disasters. Services include coordination with agencies to deliver critical support, such as emergency response and hazard mitigation, ensuring recovery and resilience, planning, public education, and training.