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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.

Mayor and City Council Members:- Member contact information https://bethelmn.gov/city_departments/Departments:- Administration and Finance - City Ordinance Department- Community Development- Elections- Engineering Department- Parks and Recreation: Contains information on the various nature trails in the area.- Street Revitalization- Recycling and Utilities?

Door-to-door transportation for seniors to medical appointments, errands, and JCC programs. Vehicles are wheelchair accessible. Service is provided in the Saint Paul area, including neighborhoods such as Highland Park, Mac-Groveland, and Upper West 7th.

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.

Offers individual, family, marriage, senior, child, and adolescent counseling focusing on a variety of issues.

Therapists provide diagnostic assessment, psychotherapy, and case management for people with serious and persistent mental illness, serious emotional disturbances, as well as: - Anxiety- Bipolar disorder- Compulsive gambling- Depression- Dual diagnosis- Marriage and family problems- Psychosis- Schizophrenia- Self-injurious behavior- Stress related conditions- Substance use disorders and chemical dependency - Suicidal attempts- Suicidal thoughts- Workplace stress

Helps people develop skills and knowledge to improve their lives and communities. Offers a variety of programs for learners of all ages. Class offerings include athletic/exercise programs, computer classes, driving courses, music and theatre performances, walking programs, weight training, youth enrichment programs, and more.

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 fuel deliveries of propane, heating oil, or biofuel- Preventing disconnectionThe deadline to apply for this program was May 31, 2024. Applications for the 2024-2025 heating season will be accepted starting September 2024.Other services may include Weatherization Program and help with heating system emergencies. The program allows the agency to repair or in some cases replace heating units when they are determined to be unsafe such as a cracked heat exchanger or other issues. The Weatherization Program is a one-time grant to assist with weatherization-related repairs. The program helps reduce fuel and electric costs for low-income renters and homeowners.

Primary care and medical services including:- Biometric Health Screening- CPR and First Aid classes- Eye Clinic- Face-to-face health coaching- LGBTQ care; transgender hormone therapy provided on an informed consent model (i.e., do not need a specialist doctor referral)- Gopher Quick Clinic, Minneapolis and Saint Paul- Immunization Clinic; adult immunizations; travel immunizations; HPV and flu vaccinations- International Travel Clinic- Nursing Mother's Room- Nutrition services- Pet Away Worry & Stress - PAWS- Pharmacy- Physical and massage therapy- Tobacco cessation counseling- Urgent Care- Women's Clinic- Yoga, Tai Chi and Pilates

Free kidney screenings are held periodically and open to all community members. Screenings include a health evaluation/risk assessment, blood pressure and BMI check, urine test (if applicable), and a consultation with a clinician.

Provides residential training and habilitation services to people with developmental disabilities. People live with 2 or 3 others in a house leased/owned by the agency.Training focuses on independent living skills. 24-hour supervision provided to connect people to the community and successfully live and meet personal goals.Informal counseling and training in areas including:- Money management- Community access- Relationships- Leisure opportunities- Home managementNursing services are currently provided to increase quality of services.

Works with families on growth and developmental issues. Head Start promotes school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development of children.- Offers preschool classroom and home visit experience with a special focus on developing the early reading and math skills needed to be successful in school.- Programs are offered center-based, home-based, or combination- Transportation provided when available. Staff assists families in obtaining transportation.

Offers a discount program for eligible patients and a payment plan option for any balance not covered by the discount. The program cannot be used for dental and pharmacy bills and charges.Program assistance is based on:- Assets, such as property or savings accounts- Family size- Income- Liabilities, such as bills or regular payments dueIndividuals may apply even if they have insurance coverage.

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

Group and individual counseling for adult sex offenders

Offers a day treatment program that is a 9- to 12-month, full-day, Monday - Friday program.Emotional health programming is through a path-based curriculum geared to enhance self-esteem and build social and coping skills, and includes process-oriented groups. In addition to groups, this program offers weekly individual therapy, family therapy at least every other week, diagnostic assessments, goal setting and treatment planning, and psychological testing.

Provides free passage of unused seats from corporate aircraft to cancer patients, as well as bone marrow and stem cell donors and recipients throughout the United States- Non-emergency air transportation to people in need of medical transportation (nationwide)- An adult companion may fly with the patient (children may travel with both parents)- Employees and experienced volunteers work with patients and their families to coordinate flight needs with the regularly scheduled flight plans of participating corporations

Provides diagnostic evaluations and medication management for a wide variety of mental health issues for children between the ages of 4 and 17 years old with occasional exceptions to assess younger children in consultation with their pediatricians.Mental health issues include problems such as:- Anxiety Disorders including separation anxiety, social anxiety, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic attacks, and post-traumatic disorder related to child maltreatment and other traumas- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - including attention problems without hyperactivity- Behavioral Problems that are not responsive to counseling services alone- Behavioral/mood/other symptoms in children with Autism/Aspergers- Childhood hallucinations, paranoia, and other psychotic symptom- Mood Disorders including both depressive and manic (bipolar) disorders- Mood/anxiety/other symptoms in children with Substance Abuse problems- Self-injurious behaviors & suicidal thoughts- Tourette's/Tic Disorders

Free phone service for those who are low-income or in qualifying state or government programs. Qualifying individuals may be eligible for a free cell phone. Telephone Nation will deliver cell phones by mail or in person, depending on staff availability.

Provides flexible, intensive mental health and rehabilitation services for children and youth with emotional disturbances and their families. Services are tailored to each child's needs and may include skills training, individual or family psychotherapy, one-to-one behavioral support, crisis planning, and day treatment. Aims to help children recover age-appropriate functioning, develop coping and social skills, and coordinate care with families, schools, and other providers.

The Housing Choice Voucher Program (also known as Section 8) utilizes the existing private rental market in Dakota County to provide decent, safe and sanitary housing opportunities for low-income families, elderly, handicapped and disabled persons at an affordable cost. The CDA administers this federal program for all of Dakota County except South Saint Paul (the South St. Paul HRA administers the program for that city).Program participants choose a rental unit from the private rental market and the property owner must be willing to accept voucher-assisted tenants. All assisted rental units must pass an annual inspection based on federally established Housing Quality Standards.

Provides opportunities for individuals such as skill building, community and social opportunities, activities, health, and exercise education.Services can be customized for individuals as needed.

Adoption services including placement, guardianship, and counseling for children and adoptive parents