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Individualized job-seeker services, including:

• Academic skill testing
• Career counseling
• College research
• Creating resumes and cover letters
• GED preparation
• Hands-on computer classes
• Job search skills development
• Life skills training
• Preparing for interviews

A medically assisted treatment and recovery program for opiate addiction. Services provided:

• 12-Step facilitation
• Case management/case monitoring services
• Combination of medically assisted treatment with individualized counseling and therapy
• Methadone/Buprenorphine treatment while under the supervision of the medical provider and nursing staff
• Motivational enhancement
• Naltrexone/Antabuse programs
• Patient education
• Relapse prevention and recovery services
• Supportive recovery for the long-term

Evaluate problem, fix if able to without parts. If parts are needed we will order

Provides nutrition education and special foods which promote good health for pregnant, breastfeeding, and post-partum women with infants and/or children up to age 5. WIC provides the following services:

• Assistance with any special needs
• Health assessment and screening
• Nutrition education
• Referral to other community services

Vouchers are given to participants to purchase nutritious foods such as cereal, cheese, eggs, infant formula, fruits and vegetables, milk, and peanut butter.

Provides legal services for the county including:

• Child support and paternity matters

• Conservatorships

• Guardianships

• Legal representation of county departments, land acquisitions, employment issues, liability claims, ordinances, contract negotiations, appeals, expungements, and other civil matters

• Prosecutes criminal cases and juvenile matters

• Restraining and harassment orders

Cash-grant program for families with low incomes experiencing household emergencies. Families can receive assistance once every 12 months. The assistance received must resolve the crisis. Families must use their own money first. The amount of financial assistance provided depends on family size and type of emergency. The amount of assistance provided might not cover the entire emergency, but it can help.

• Helps families experiencing a financial crisis and may provide financial assistance for up to two months of rent, one month with a deposit, or utilities (electric, gas, and heating service payment assistance). Families must apply for Fuel Assistance during the heating season.

• Applicant must have spent at least 30% of their available income on housing and utilities in the past 90 days

• Applicant's name must be on the lease or utility bill

• Financial assistance is paid directly to the vendor?

• Does not provide financial assistance for late fees

Administers elementary and secondary schools in the district. Schools: New York Mills Public School: 209 North Hayes Avenue, New York Mills, MN 56567 (218)385-2553

Once enrolled in the Parent Support Outreach Program help is provided to at-risk families to avoid future incidents of child maltreatment and to enhance child and family well-being, including:

• Comprehensive assessments, early intervention, outreach, and supportive and therapeutic services

• Connect families with county and community-based services

• Limited financial assistance for families to meet basic needs

Strong Fast Fit provides wellness through play, movement, meals, and relationships with peers and trusted adults for youth ages 7-17 years. The afterschool programming occurs within a group setting with youth from similar backgrounds to develop healthy habits and practices. Families are involved weekly in nutrition education and fitness activities.

Offers groceries for those in need once a month. Amount provided depends on size of family. Clients are able to choose which food they want. Food donations are accepted.

The Forest History Center is located on a 171.5 acre site endowed with forests, grasslands, and wetlands that are abundant with wildlife. The center endeavors to tell the story of how people have and do use and manage the forests on northern Minnesota, while also serving as a unique environmental learning center. More then 5 miles of trails are available for hiking and biking

Short-term care and intervention strategies provided to a person due to:

• Need for relief and support of the caregiver and protection of the person or others living with the person

• Person's need for behavioral or medical intervention

Offers placement, guardianship, and counseling for children and adoptive parents

Provides individualized, community-based support for adults with serious mental illness to help them live independently and improve daily functioning. Services focus on:

• Basic Living and Social Skills: Training in household management, budgeting, shopping, healthy routines, relapse prevention, and coping strategies to enhance independent living.

• Community Intervention: Assistance in navigating community systems, including coordination with agencies, employers, and family members, to support functional independence.

• Medication Education: Guidance on understanding mental illness, medication management, potential side effects, and strategies to maintain psychiatric stability.

• Tailored, Flexible Services: ARMHS is customized to the individual's needs, with flexible hours and locations in the home or community to promote personal growth and social competence.

Goal is to restore and enhance skills necessary for independent living, improve emotional adjustment, and support meaningful community engagement.

Provides assessments for substance abuse to determine treatment needs and help to find best program for needs

Volunteers who are IRS-certified prepare taxes for low and moderate income residents of Dodge and Olmsted counties

Offers free and confidential help line where trained advocates provide support services to individuals experiencing issues with elder abuse, financial exploitation, and neglect, including:

• Help navigating the legal system

• Legal support services, including safety planning, obtaining a protective order, and court accompaniment

• Specialized information and referral

The community center offers an intimate setting for the public, such as:

• Congregate meals for the public for breakfast and lunch. Also, offers frozen and home-delivered meals.

• Party room rentals for small parties or events

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:

• 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 ages 3 1/2 - 4
• Single parent program
• Special events for the entire family
• Workshops on specific topics

NOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events

Local fire services

• Recreational facilities including skating rinks, tennis courts, a swimming beach, playground areas, picnic areas, a boat launch, and sliding areas

• Recreational activities including archery, baseball, football, softball, basketball, soccer, par three nine hole golf course, indoor ice center, adaptive programs, teen programs, Camp Explore day camp, and nature programs

• Educational programs including hockey clinics, a learn to skate program, swimming instruction, golf lessons and leagues, and cross-country ski lessons

• Nature and ski trails

• Equipment loans including canoe rack rentals at Alimagnet, Crystal Beach, Crystal Boat Launch, and Day and Lac Lavon parks

• Athletic club

• Alimagnet Dog Park: 7-acre site allows off lease recreation. Enclosed by fencing and has double-gated entrance for safety and control. Water area, open grass area, wooded area, and mowed trail that is approximately 1/2 mile.

• Community garden plots available for rental at Crosstown 12551 Portland Avenue South, Neill Park 13501 Upton Avenue, and Wolk Park 13800 Parkwood Lane

• Skate Park located at 251 Civic Center Parkway

28 residential group homes located in Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Hastings, Mendota Heights, Rosemount, South Saint Paul, and West Saint Paul

• Blood donation

• COVID-19 antibody testing

• COVID-19 convalescent plasma donation

Provide individual advocacy, coaching, and system navigation through statewide Help Desk to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and their families. Services include one-to-one assistance in accessing and receiving appropriate services in the areas of early intervention, family support, special education, county case management, health care, housing, employment, recreation, Medical Assistance, Social Security, residential services, PCA (personal care assistance), etc. ?The Arc Minnesota also offers scholarship opportunities to support individuals living with disabilities. Call the Help Desk or visit the website for more information about eligibility, criteria, and scholarships available. NOTE: Staff do NOT provide legal advice