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Provides fire and rescue services, including:- Fire extinguisher classes by appointment- First response to medical and auto accidents- Fire prevention classes through the school system and by appointment

Regional Coordinated Entry to Housing Programs agencyThe family development program provides services that help persons with emergencies and crises, self-sufficiency, shelter and housing, homeless services, and several special projects.Services may include:- Case management- Emergency housing- Foreclosure prevention assistance- Permanent supportive housing- Rent/deposit assistance- Transitional housing

Operates two free food markets available to shoppers twice per month that provide a supply of food that changes depending on donations (quantities are based on household size). Each market usually includes fresh produce, bread, refrigerator and dairy items, canned and boxed foods, cultural-specific items (Hmong, Latino, East African), frozen meat, and staple items.Emergency bags are available on a walk-in basis once per month and include pre-packed grocery bag of dry/canned goods, one meat option, and one bag of cold items (milk, eggs, produce, etc.)

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.

Offers several thrift store locations. The thrift stores:- Accepts donations of clean usable clothing, household items, furniture, and some appliances that are clean, usable, and in good condition. Tax Receipts are available for donations in good, usable condition.- Sell used clothing, books, and small household items at a reduced price

12 Step groups for individuals with debting problems and other money issues.

The police department serves the communities of Wayzata and Long Lake, providing professional law enforcement services to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents.Community members should contact the police department whenever police, fire, or ambulance assistance is needed, including situations such as:- Animal control issues- Burglaries or thefts- Ordinance violations- Parking complaints- Property damage- Traffic accidentsResidents should also call for assistance to:- Request an ambulance or medical attention- Report a fire or signs of fire (such as smoke or an activated fire alarm)- Report suspicious behavior or criminal activity (such as shouts for help, breaking glass, loitering, trespassing, or suspicious vehicles or individuals)- Report or witness an accident, fire, or crime

Employs eligible youth in temporary jobs as part of year-round youth employment and training services under the Workforce Investment and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and Minnesota Youth Program (MYP).Education and Training:- Education and training for specific occupations- Entrepreneurial skills training- Financial literacy education- Job-shadowing -Leadership development opportunities, including community service and peer-centered activitiesJob Search and Placement Services:- Assistance in identifying and describing skills- Help with resume writing and interview preparationPaid Work Experiences:- Internships- On-the-job training opportunities- Summer and other employment opportunities available throughout the school yearSupportive Services:- Assessment tools to learn more about individual skills, abilities, and interests that can then be used to discover or confirm a career path in today's job market- Referrals to other services and resources, as appropriate to the needs of the individual- Supportive mentoring- Work clothing and transportation assistance available depending on youth goals and availability of funding

Local fire and ambulance services

Full time and part time care on weekdays for pre-school and school aged children

Provides family subsidized and market rate housing in Itasca County Seniors and disabled

Provides a thrift store at three locations and offers daily specials. Victims may be eligible for a voucher at the thrift store to obtain clothing, household goods, and furniture items.Accepts donated items such as bedding/linens, books, movies, music/CDs, clothing, furniture, home decor, household appliances, jewelry, kitchen appliances, seasonal items, sporting goods, toys, and games. Items not accepted are baby furniture, televisions, computers, office printers, large appliances, mattresses, sleeper sofas, textbooks, exercise equipment, and items that are broken or non-working.

Case management- Ongoing communication with client, providers to ensure appropriate service delivery, medical follow through and client advocacy. Disease prevention and control- Ongoing education, outreach and surveillance of communicable diseases under the direction of the Minnesota Department of Health. Emergency preparedness/bioterrorism- Collaborative effort to address potential county-wide natural or manmade disasters and disease outbreaks Public nuisance- Community Health Nurses perform general public nuisance assessments and refer to appropriate governing agency Nutrition Education- Nurses provide nutrition education to various groups and individuals throughout the community to promote healthy nutrition and prevention of obesity and related conditions NAPS Program (Nutrition Assistance Program for Seniors)- Community Health facilitates referral of eligible seniors for a monthly food distribution program Health Promotion and Wellness Activities- Numerous health topics and wellness activities can be provided to various groups and individuals throughout the county

Early Childhood Family Education (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 healthy child development. Services may include:- Book and toy lending library- Dad and child programs- Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5- Home visits- Information on community resources- 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- Single parent program- Special events for the entire family- Workshops on specific topics

Provides the following mental health services: - Emergency Behavioral Health Clinicians: Licensed mental health professionals conduct risk assessments and provide clinical recommendations for patients presenting with behavioral health needs in the emergency department. Recommendations may include psychiatric hospitalization, short-term observation, discharge with safety planning, or referral to outpatient services.- Mental Health Consult Service: Enables hospital care teams to access psychiatry, psychology, and substance use expertise across all inpatient units. An interdisciplinary team-including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, and licensed alcohol and drug counselors-provides consultation and treatment for patients experiencing acute psychiatric distress, substance use concerns, trauma, grief, and mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and psychotic disorders.

The program is designed to educate clients with HIV about transmission and how to reduce its likelihood. It includes the provision of information; including information dissemination about medical and psycho-social support services and counseling to help clients with HIV improve their health.

Provides wheelchair accessible door-to-door transportation for:- Banking- Medical appointments- Personal care- Shopping- Spousal visitations in nursing homes, hospitals, etc.

The Child Support Division assists with:- Adjusting court orders based on the cost-of-living index- Collecting and processing payments- Establishing parentage- Establishing and enforcing court orders for child support, medical support, and child care support- Locating parents- Reviewing and modifying court orders for support- Works with other states to enforce support when one parent does not live in MinnesotaMinnesota Child Support Online https://www.childsupport.dhs.state.mn.us/Welcome.request : an interactive website developed by the State of Minnesota to provide child support participants with information about their case(s).NOTE: Either parent of a child may get certain child support services. Parents who do not receive public assistance can apply for services at their county child support office for a one-time $25 service fee. Parents who receive public assistance for a child whose other parent does not live with them are automatically referred for services and are not charged a service fee.

Providing after-hours emergency veterinary care at locations throughout Minnesota. Services provided:- Diagnostic imaging- Emergency medicine- Post-surgery recovery- Veterinary services to treat conditions such as trauma, Sepsis, respiratory distress, Pneumonia, shock, accidents, injuries, bleeding, bloating, collapse/unresponsiveness, complications from chronic diseases, and more conditions

Free community meal Includes one hot entree, sides, salad, and a dessert.

Maintains the reconstruction or reconditioning of roadways, improvements to the traffic management system (i.e., traffic signals, signs, pavement markings), snowplowing and ice control, and infrastructure maintenance. Also receives reports of dead animal pickups, potholes, and signal outages or knockdowns and damaged or missing signs.

Provides mattresses and box springs as gifts for those truly without. Needs brought to attention are reviewed by the board for decision. Accepts mattress and box spring donations.

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. Services may include:- Early childhood screening- Parent-child activities- Parent discussion groups- Play and learn activities for children- Special events for the entire family?- School readiness program- Workshops on specific topics

Provides law enforcement and community services, including: - Boat and water patrol- Civil process- County communication center 911 -Court security- Criminal investigation- Emergency management- Prisoner transports- Search and rescue- Victim assistance- Warrants