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Offers older adults independence and support in a safe and secure setting. Services offered:- Assisted living suites- Homemade meals and three snacks daily with dietary considerations- Housekeeping services such as linen and personal laundry services- Medical services onsite such as nursing, home care, and physical therapy- Opportunities to spend time in a community setting with fun activities and excursions- Short-term out of home respite care- Staff management onsite

Adoption services include placement, guardianship, and counseling for children and adoptive parents. Most children are school aged and have experienced emotional, physical, and/or sexual abuse.Some children have learning disabilities or developmental delays, are a sibling group to be adopted together, have had prenatal exposure to drugs and/or alcohol, or may struggle with emotional/behavioral problems related to their experiences and who may require extra patience and care.

Deputy Registrar:- Finance Administration- General County Administration- Land and Records Management- Property Tax AdministrationElection Administration:- Polling place information- Absentee ballots- Voter registration- Election judge training and supervision

Connects those in crisis with a Crisis Text Line volunteer Crisis Counselor. Counselors offer active listening, collaborative problem-solving, and safety planning. Volunteers support people facing various challenges like stress, anxiety, loneliness, relationship issues, bullying, substance use, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts. It's free, confidential, and available 24/7.

Thrift stores located throughout the metro area. Accepts donations of new and used items that are clean and in good condition.NOTE: Thrift stores do not have cribs, strollers, car seats, entertainment centers, desks or anything with a mattress (including futons, sleeper sofas, etc.) available or accept donations of same. Will pick up furniture for cost if the caller lives in the pick-up area which is 30-40 miles around the metro area and includes about 100 cities. Furniture must not be damaged. To be eligible for furniture pick-up, donations must also include a minimum of three bags of new or used clothing and household items.

Provides assistance and support to veterans and their dependents in obtaining benefits through county, federal, and state programs including:- Burial and death benefits- Dental and healthcare benefits- Disability compensation- Education and training- Home loan guarantees- Job placement services- Mental health services- Pension benefits- State Subsistence Assistance: Financial assistance for healthcare insurance premiums, personal needs funds, shelter-associated payments (association dues, homeowners' insurance, mortgage, rent, room and board, and property taxes), and utility assistance (cell phone, electric, gas, internet, propane, sanitation/sewer, and water). Additional information can be found on the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs website: https://mn.gov/mdva/resources/familyassistance/financialassistance.jsp

Provides personalized, dementia-focused care in a secure, supportive environment. Residents benefit from individualized care plans, trained dementia care staff, 24/7 supervision, help with daily living needs, medication management, nutritious meals, and engaging activities designed to support quality of life and cognitive well-being.

Provides a food pantry to individuals in need up to twice a month.

Offers refurbished desktop and laptop computers. Additional accessories such as monitors, speakers, wireless mouse, and web cameras may be available.

Twenty metro area residences for semi-independent living. Provides housing, support for independent living skills, supported employment, mental health support system, social networking, supportive on-site services, and recreational program. Admission guaranteed upon graduation from Tasks Unlimited Training Center.- Vocationally oriented, rehabilitation program with 24-hour staff for adults with long-term mental health problems- Provides training in basic and independent living skills, provides peer support group, mental health support services including monitoring of medications, vocational skills and supported employment, recreational program, and case coordination- Prepares clients for long-term lodges or other more independent living

Mayor and City Council Members:- Mayor and City Council MembersDepartments:- Administration and Finance- Building and Inspections- Economic Development Authority (EDA)- Elections- Emergency Management- Parks and Recreation: Offers a variety of parks equipped with playground equipment to larger parks with ball fields, soccer fields, basketball courts, or a hockey rink. Parks include: Ashton Park, Banta Park, Blue Spruce Park, Centennial Park, Comfort Park, Fireside Park, Goodview Park, Hawk Meadows Trail, Lion's Park, Little Verges Park, Railroad Park, Sunrise Prairie Trail, Sunrise Ridge Park, Swenson Park, Tolzmann Park, Town Hall Park, and Verges Memorial Park- Planning Commission- Public Works- Utilities

Provides law enforcement and community services, including:- Animal Services: Chicken ordinance and permit, dog ordinance and registration, and reporting a lost and found animal- Forms: Permit to purchase, special vehicle permit, vehicle accident report, and residence/vacation check request

Provides a wide variety of free and low-cost home health care services. Services provided:- Blood pressure checks from an outreach nurse- Community education seminars designed for caregivers, seniors, family members, and the public on a variety of topics for older adults- Computer/technology help- Friendly visits from volunteers to help with transportation, chore support, grocery shopping assistance, meal preparation, plant care, pet care, telephone reassurance, or offer emotional support. Services are based upon volunteers and their availability to offer services.- Home safety checks to meet with older adults and discuss their needs, develop a care plan, and refer to professional services- Home chore assistance including seasonal yard work and occasional snow shoveling. Yard work may include spring and fall cleanup, installation of window AC's, and help around the house.- In-home foot care for non-diabetic individuals for a fee- In-home health assessment for a free in-home nurse visit to discuss health concerns and goals- Rides to medical appointments with at least 1-2 weeks' notice before an appointment

Rental Homes for Future Homebuyers Program: 21 homes, minimum and maximum income requirements, serves families with three to six members- Section 8 rental assistance program and vouchers

Provides services to residents of Red Lake area: - Adult Services - Child Support and Collections - Financial Services - Fraud Prevention Investigator

Provides culturally responsive emergency food assistance and resource navigation for immigrant individuals and families experiencing food insecurity. Priority may be given based on need, available resources, and service capacity. Donations accepted.Services may include:- Community-based food distributions- Direct-to-home food delivery when available- Emergency food packages- Referrals to community food resources- Resource navigation and support services

Municipal police department:- Animal Control- Crime Free Multi-Housing Program- Crime investigations- Neighborhood Watch- Periodic safety workshops- Police Reserves- School Liaison Officer

Provides a variety of classes and activities for community members of all ages including: - Adult enrichment classes- Adult recreational sports- Driver's education for new drivers- Exercise classes- Swimming lessons - Youth enrichment program- Youth sports

Provides legal resources including current text and legal periodicals accessible to the public

Provides driver and vehicle-related services, which may vary by location:- Address changes on vehicle registration- Car dealer license information requests- Crash record requests- Driver's license renewals- First-time driver's license and ID applications, including knowledge and road testing- Fast-track license, ID, and title services- Knowledge tests administered on computerized machines (headphones available on request)- Organ donor designation on license or ID applications- Ordering or renewing vehicle tabs- Title transfers- Vehicle registration

Program for disposal of unused and unwanted medicationsNO SHARPS ALLOWEDPharmaceutical drop box locations:Albany Police Department400 Railroad Avenue, Albany, MN 563078 am - 4:30 pm Monday - FridayAvon Police Department140 Stratford Street East, Avon, MN 563108 am - 3:30 pm Monday - FridayBelgrade Police Department120 Washburn Avenue, Belgrade, MN 56312Regular business hoursCold Spring Police Department27 Red River Avenue South, Cold Spring, MN 563207:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday; 10 am - 1 pm SaturdayKimball Police Department1 North Main Street Kimball, MN 55353Regular business hoursMelrose Police Department225 1st Street Northeast, Melrose, MN 563528 am - 4:30 pm Monday - FridayPaynesville Police Department221 Washburne Avenue Paynesville, MN 563628:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday - FridaySaint Joseph Police Department25 College Avenue North, Saint Joseph, MN 56374Regular business hoursSartell Police Department310 2nd Street South, Sartell, MN 563778 am - 4 pm Monday - FridaySauk Centre Police Department320 Oak Street South, Sauk Centre, MN 563788 am - 4:30 pm Monday - FridayStearns County Sheriff's Office 807 Courthouse Square Street, Cloud, MN 563038 am - 4:30 pm Monday - FridayWaite Park Police Department19 13th Avenue North, Waite Park MN 563877:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday

Provides consultation, training, and support to help make state and local services accessible to people who are deaf, deafblind, or hard of hearing. Offers counseling and technical assistance to individuals and their families, provides and supports assistive technology, and delivers free training to social service providers, educators, and other professionals.

Offers 12 parks with many public water accesses for boating and fishing to lakes within the county and the Minnesota River, including nearly 15 miles of trails for walking, hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing, and cross country ski. 2 public campgrounds run by the county.Locations:Bradshaw Woods Park, W Derrynane Street, Le Center, MN 56057Clear Lake Park, 35194 Clear Lake Lane, Le Center, MN 56057Geldner Saw Mill & Park, 46542 Beaver Dam Road, Cleveland, MN 56017Gorman Lake Park & Access, 19634 Gorman Lake Park Lane, Kilkenny, MN 56052Henderson Station River Access & Park, 29030 River Street, Le Sueur, MN 56058Lake Emily Park, 33016 Lake Emily Road, St. Peter, MN 56082Lake Jefferson Fishing Pier, 28211 470th Street, Madison Lake, MN 56063Lake Volney Park, 18608 Beach Lane, Le Center, MN 56057Lake Washington Regional Park & Campground, 47102 Washington Park Road, Kasota , MN 56060Ney Nature Center, 28238 Nature Center Lane, Henderson, MN 56044Ray's Lake Park, 1395 1st Street N, Elysian, MN 56028Richter Woods Park, 35674 173rd Avenue, Montgomery, MN 56059

Designs and implements customized classes such as:- Art, computers, and online learning- Cooking- Fitness and recreation, health and wellness- Hobbies and special interests, home and garden- Money and business, music and dance- Travel and trips, world languages, and culture