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The Energy Assistance Program helps pay heat and electricity costs. Payments for energy bills are sent directly to the household's energy company or fuel provider for propane, fuel oil, or wood. Financial assistance varies depending on household income and fuel costs.The Energy Assistance Program provides additional grants for eligible households who need help with:- Getting reconnected to heat and power after disconnections- Paying for emergency file deliveries of propane, heating oil, or biofuel- Preventing disconnectionNOTE: The deadline to apply for this program is the end of May. Applications for the following heating season will be accepted starting around September.

Works with veterans experiencing homelessness, providing affordable housing and supportive services to 10 households, including eight families and two single adults, in a permanent supportive housing setting. Units are located in Maplewood.

Improves health outcomes by coordination of care between physical and mental health care and other service providers for individuals who are not receiving case management services

Provides homeless prevention program services such as:- Prevention Services: Temporary financial assistance and/or supportive services to help people remain in their current housing situation, relocate, or divert them from entering the homeless system. Financial assistance is provided for past due rent or for one-time housing funds to help individuals maintain or obtain housing.- Rapid-Rehousing: Assist households to quickly exit homelessness and return to permanent housing. Provides one-time rental assistance and supportive services such as case management and housing navigation.

Offers a variety of different sports and recreational activities, along with a variety of arts and craft classes as well. Also includes community gardening with two plots per person.

Co-occurring residential treatment program for men that includes individual therapy, educational lectures, meditation, recreational therapy, and participation in 12-step support groups. The Men's Residential Treatment Center includes a kitchen, dining room, group rooms and common areas, and a medical/psychiatry suite.

Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program - FHPAP is designed to prevent homelessness by assisting people at imminent risk of homelessness with their rent and/or utilities (electric, gas, and water). Due to limited funding, may assist with mortgage payment assistance.

Provides emergency food intended to fill the gap when a food shelf is not accessible.- A choice model of food for guests. Guests can choose food from the market.- Limited to one visit monthly per household

Provides recovery housing at various locations for adults in recovery from substance use. Offers support, structure, and resources that encourage long-term recovery to those who are transitioning back into the community.

A thrift store that sells new or gently used clothing for a minimal charge. Additional items available may include housewares, decor, children's items, books, and gently used furniture (all furniture must be approved before being brought into the building). Special deals are offered daily each week.Donations are accepted daily of new or clean gently used items. Items accepted include women, children, and men's clothing, shoes, accessories, electronics, books, linens and bedding, seasonal winter wear, and furniture in good condition. More about items accepted and not accepted can be found on the website.

Overnight emergency shelter for men. Social services are provided through collaboration with Hennepin County. Facility includes 120 beds and 5 mats, showers, dinner, and light breakfast.Shelter guests can access a hot dinner, connect with housing case managers, and receive medical care from Hennepin County Healthcare for the Homeless- Socks and underwear- TV lounge- Housing case managers- Microwave and vending machines??Amenities and Services:- Showers- Towels- Toiletries- Culturally specific hair products- Private lockers- Bunk beds and linens- Outlets for charging phones or medical devices

Commissioners by district:- District 1 - Chad Zimmel: [email protected], (320)760-1054- District 2 - Wade Athey: [email protected], (320)325-9988- District 3 - Bill Thyne: [email protected], (701)367-2967- District 4 - Paul Radermacher: [email protected], (320)760-9314- District 5 - Jeff Klages: [email protected], (605)880-0521

Offers a nurse line available 24 hours/7 days a week for individuals who may need to speak with a nurse about medical care and where to go for care. Nurses can provide medical advice on what potential options are available, such as virtual care, primary care, urgent care options, or seek emergency care if needed at a CentraCare location.

Provide the following home care services:- Care for the client in the home to maintain an independent lifestyle- Household assistance with daily activities- Medication management- Nutrition- Physical therapyProvides the following hospice care services:- Assistance with bathing- Comfort measures and providing a comfortable presence- Coordination of necessary medical equipment- Pain relief through medication management- Preparing meals- Running errands

Library service for residents who live outside member library communities.Several different types of materials and services are available through the American Language Services (ALS) Bookmobile:- Adult and children's books- Audio books- DVDs- Interlibrary loans- Large print books- Music- Video gamesSee website for annual schedule

Library service for residents who live outside member library communities.Several different types of materials and services are available through the American Language Services (ALS) Bookmobile:- Adult and children's books- Audio books- DVDs- Interlibrary loans- Large print books- Music- Video gamesSee website for annual schedule

Emergency medicine and Level 4 trauma center for severe and life-threatening situations that require immediate medical attention including:?- Chest pain or pressure- Head injury - Heart attack or acute coronary syndrome - Seizures - Severe abdominal pain - Sexual assault - Shortness of breath or pneumonia - Stroke - Sudden, severe headaches, paralysis or weakness - Traumatic injury - Uncontrolled bleeding

Provides help to improve reading, math, and writing skills, GED test preparation, and GED testing. Also offers English as a Second Language.

Provides prescription dispensing services such as:- Medication consultations- Over-the-counter medications- Prescription medications

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.

Accepts complaints from citizens of fraud by recipients of county economic assistance programs or vendors

Central Minnesota Brainerd Campus site serves 89 male residential clients and offers outpatient services to women and men. Offers both a 13-month program as well as a traditional short-term residential program.Duluth Northland Campus site offers a long-term residential recovery 13-month program for adult men. There is also a short-term residential 1-3 month program for adult men that offers intensive treatment services.Main site offers shorter-term programs, a long-term faith-based recovery program, and extensive prevention and transitional/aftercare services.Rochester Campus site offers short-term licensed treatment (typically 14 - 90 days) and long-term faith-based recovery. This is a 13 month program for both men and women. Long-term Program: 13 - 15 month residential program focusing on substance abuse, offered in a Christian environment. Residents work on overcoming self-destructive patterns associated with their substance abuse and developing positive life skills. Additional services:- Individual pastoral counseling, marriage and family therapy, and small groups- Licensed psychologists for dual-diagnosis residents- Elective classes target issues that often coincide with chemical abuse- Tailored assignments focus learning to meet individual needs- On site GED programming availableShort-term Program: Offers intensive licensed Rule 245G programs with optional co-occurring disorder treatment services. Programming is provided in a structured therapeutic community offering continuous observation and treatment by professional multidisciplinary staff members. This program serves men and women, boys and girls (over 16 years of age).Length of services and level of care is based on client's ongoing assessed need. Most stays range from 21-60 days, but a one year continuing care plan is required for successful completion of this program.This program utilizes best practices including a traditional 12-Step program, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and integrated mental and chemical health services. The multidisciplinary staff approach is motivational, strength-based and relationally focused. Also offered is life skills development that helps the client enhance coping and social skills.

Offers three health plans for an individual to choose from based where the individual lives

Provides specialty services at various locations: - Chiropractic services (Otter Tail, Sebeka, Verndale, and Wadena Clinic sites) - Midwifery (Sebeka Clinic site) - Orthopedics (Baxter and Henning Clinic sites)

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.Community Education Early Learning programs work to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents or caregivers to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child.Services may include:- Circle of Friends Pre-school- Early childhood screening for children ages 3- 5- Home visits- Information on community resources- Guided play and learn activities for children and families- Parent-child education- Parent discussion groups- Programs for non-English language learners- School readiness program for children ages 3 1/2 - 5- Special events for the entire family