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Interactive online tool designed to encourage people to be healthy, and take full advantage of all the civic, cultural and natural resources of Anoka County. Online Information tool includes breastfeeding support, finding local healthy foods, opportunities to be physically active, and tobacco free living.

Helps low-income individuals who need to purchase or repair a vehicle. The program includes:

• The vehicle purchase or repair loan is needed to continue work, school, or make medical appointments

• Repayment terms are flexible

• Vehicle purchase loan of $4,000 maximum

• Vehicle repair loan of $1,000 maximum

Provides assistance for lawn mowing and snow removal for persons 60+ who qualify within income guidelines. ElderCircle maintains a reliable list of providers.

Provides programs for Grades K - 12 education such as:

• American Indian Business Leaders (AIBL): A middle and high school entrepreneur program

• Career counseling

• Counseling Circle Program: For students grades 5 - 12. Provide assistance with issues preventing positive school and social outcomes.

• Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE)

• Drum and dance community and classroom cultural presentations

• Extracurricular activities/sports

• Fun club with recreational activities like reading, videos, and outdoor games

• Gifted and talented program

• POWWOW Picz: Student-run entrepreneur business

• National Honor Society: A high school, community service, leadership, and character-building program

• Ojibwe Language and Culture Program: Integrates the Ojibwe language into the K-12 curriculum. Offers instruction on Ojibwe cultural activities such as ricing, netting, trapping, and maple sugaring.

• Plato Program: Provides academic support, homework help, and recreational activities

• Student Against Destructive Decisions (SADD): A peer leadership organization, aimed at decreasing incidents of underage drinking, drug use, impaired driving, Depression, and Suicide

Offers a military help line exclusively for current members and veterans of the military and their families. Service members or eligible family members stationed in the United States or overseas, they can also access the help line, based on their telephone operator or using the Defense Switched Network (DSN). The help line provides:

• Assistance with immigration-related information

• Checking the status of military member's Form N-400 Application for Naturalization

• Notifying a new mailing address or duty station

• Obtaining posthumous citizenship for a deceased member of the U.S. armed forces

• Offers information about naturalization through military service under special provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA)

• Provides information for immediate relatives of the United States armed forces member who died from combat-related injuries while on active duty for certain survivor immigration benefits, including citizenship

• Submitting an application for expedited processing of military N-400 and N-600 applications

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

• Health assessment and screening
• Nutrition education
• Referral to other community services

A WIC card is given to participants to purchase nutritious foods such as cereal, cheese, eggs, infant formula, fruits and vegetables, milk, and peanut butter

Provides the following services to individuals of all ages and genders who are currently experiencing or have experienced domestic violence (including physical, emotional, mental, or financial abuse from an intimate partner or household member), stalking, or harassment in northwest and western Hennepin County:

• Community advocacy and referrals; including immigrant and refugee victims of domestic violence

• Coordination and support through the criminal, civil & family legal systems

• Immediate and long-term safety planning; assist with Safe at Home application

• Legal advocacy including information on the Hennepin County court system and assistance obtaining Orders for Protection or Harassment Restraining Orders in Hennepin County

Offers comprehensive assisted living and memory care services designed to support residents' independence, safety, and well-being. Services include:

• 24-hour personal care assistance in assisted living

• Hallways and common areas are wheelchair accessible

• Independent assisted living facility with a memory care unit for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and dementia

• Laundry, linen, and housekeeping services

• Medication administration provided

• One- and two-bedroom apartments featuring amenities: exercise classes, movie theater, library, beauty salon, and other social/ recreational activities

• On-site medical and therapy services (physician, physical, occupational, and speech therapy, podiatry)

• Three meals daily

• Weekly whirlpool tub bath

• Wireless emergency call system

Provides early Head Start and Head Start programs. Services provided:

• A comprehensive child and family development program for pregnant women and families with children from birth to age 3. Services include weekly home visits by an Early Head Start educator, year-round toddler classrooms in some locations, and access to health, nutrition, and family support services. Families also participate in bi-weekly socialization events that provide opportunities for networking and peer support. Parents are encouraged to be actively involved through volunteering and participation in the Head Start Policy Council.

• Provides early learning and care to help young children reach their full potential. Enrolled children receive meals and snacks, along with support for medical, dental, and nutrition services. Offers center-based classes four days per week in a licensed classroom setting, operating September through May.

Offers a wide variety of parks and recreation programming for people of all ages. This includes adult athletic leagues, youth programs, and seasonal activities. Visit the website for a current list of recreation programs. Additional services include:

• Administers Westwood Hills Environmental Education, nature trails, and nature interpretive programs

• Management of the city recreation center, which consists of an indoor ice arena, outdoor pool, aquatic park, and banquet and meeting rooms for community use

• Off-leash dog parks

• Park maintenance

All services are confidential. Does not recommend, refer for, or provide abortions. Pro-life services include:

• Abortion alternatives and education

• Abstinence education including one-on-one and presentations

• Community referrals and resources

• Pregnancy tests

• Limited obstetrical ultrasound for pregnancy confirmation

• Parenting educational program in which points are earned for completing educational goals. Points are exchanged for material assistance such as baby equipment and items. The program is designed to benefit parents and children. Helps to establish better parenting skills, learn about pregnancy, and develop healthy relationships. Life skills classes are also offered regarding budgeting, decision making, job skills, meal planning, renting a place to live, and more.

• Peer counseling, abortion vs. adoption vs. parenting decision

• Post abortion recovery help

• Program for fathers including information on their rights and more. Mentoring for expectant fathers

• Sexually transmitted infection information

• Sexually transmitted infection testing and treatment for chlamydia and gonorrhea (urine based test)

Provides emergency utility assistance for individuals with no other options for aid. Funds are used to help individuals pay for natural gas, oil, propane, and electricity depending on what heats their home.

Provides memory care communities and skilled nursing facilities. Services and amenities include:

• 24-hour controlled access and supervision

• Chaplain services for spiritual well-being

• Daily social programs

• Healthy meals to meet nutritional and dietary needs

• Help with activities of daily living and personal care assistance, including feeding, bathing, and dressing

• Personalized, intimate care for individuals with Alzheimer's or related Dementia

• Private bedroom and bathroom

• Rehabilitation services

• Safe living environment with calming spaces and sensory friendly touches

• Trained staff in Dementia care

• Automated Collection System

• Collection of fees due to the agency for services provided

• Representative Payee of Social Security, SSI and VA benefits

• Child Support Payments

Group and individual counseling for adolescent sex offenders

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 topics

NOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events.

Provides information about infectious diseases, assists with epidemic disease control, and assists with reporting and controlling communicable diseases including:

• Food poisoning

• Meningitis

• Sexually transmitted infections

• Tuberculosis

• West Nile virus

• Concerts in the Charlson Thun Community Bandstand at Bayfront Park

• Field trips

• Playground programs including day camps

• Preschool programs including day camps

• Youth programs including baseball, basketball, soccer, sports camps with volleyball, tennis, and more

Provides mental health wellbeing services such as:

• Children's Therapeutic Services and Supports (CTSS)

• Mental health evaluation and psychological testing to accurately diagnose clients and develop treatment plans

• Psychiatry services such as psychiatric evaluation by a nurse or psychiatrist and medication management

• School-linked mental health services to collaborate with family, teachers, and other caregivers to develop treatment plans

Specializes in caring for people with Alzheimer's Disease, dementia or other complex care concerns through end of life. The building is designed to feel like home and features just ten private suites, each with a private bath.

Treatment services for people who have minor illnesses or injuries

Offers services: Outpatient Mental Health Therapy Ages: Children, Adolescents, and Adults (0+) Provides community-based outpatient mental health therapy for children, adolescents, adults, and families. Licensed therapists are trained in trauma- and stress-informed care and focus on strengthening individuals while supporting family stability. Services are available in person and via telehealth.

• Evidence-Based Practices Include:

• EMDR

• Family Therapy

• Play Therapy

• Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)

Collaborative Intensive Bridging Services (CIBS) Ages: 8-17 Collaborative Intensive Bridging Services (CIBS) is a community-based, family-focused program designed to support youth at risk of out-of-home placement or school disruption. The program works to stabilize the family system so youth can remain safely in the home or return home following a short residential stay. CIBS is best suited for youth experiencing challenges such as aggression, depression, truancy, self-harm, or behavioral concerns. The model combines intensive in-home therapy with assessment-driven recommendations for either continued community services or a brief residential placement, determined collaboratively with the family. Core Program Components:

• Active parent involvement (required)

• Individual therapy for the youth

• Person-centered approach

• Therapy for parent(s)

• Therapy for the whole family

• Three in-home therapy sessions per week

• Time commitment of 4-6 months

CIBS with Residential Placement Ages: 8-17 This option includes all standard CIBS services plus a short-term residential treatment component. Additional Services Include:

• Admission coordination

• Care plan coordination with shared youth and family goals

• Residential treatment for approximately 30 days

• Transition planning to safely return the youth home

• CIBS is available in Carver, Goodhue, Hennepin, Scott, Steele, and Dakota Counties, as well as MN Prairie County Alliance (Dodge, Steele, Waseca).

• In Dakota County, referrals are made through the school-based mental health collaborative.

Family Response and Stabilization Services Ages: 0-18 Family Response & Stabilization Services provide immediate, in-person crisis response and stabilization for youth and their parents or caregivers. Services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and are currently offered in Hennepin County. The program focuses on reducing crisis escalation and supporting family safety and stability. Youth Assertive Community Treatment (Youth ACT) Ages: 14-21 Youth Assertive Community Treatment (Youth ACT) is an intensive, community-based mental health service for adolescents and young adults with significant mental health needs. Services are delivered by a multidisciplinary team in home, school, or community settings. The program is designed to reduce hospitalizations and out-of-home placements while supporting stabilization and skill development.

Public library system

• Provides the public with general library services without charge to all residents of a given district, community, or region
• Includes computer access, Internet, reference assistance, and other informational resources
• Story hour for children

Provides an opportunity for adults of any age to gain important life skills and certifications. Adult education services include improving reading, writing, math, and technology skills, or improving English as a Second Language skills. Services include:

• GED preparation and testing

• Math basics

• One-to-one tutoring to improve reading skills

• Reading program

• Workplace education

• Club for mothers and expecting mothers interested in sharing ideas and parenting tips on raising and caring for twins, triplets, and higher order multiples.

• Activities include support group, monthly meetings, educational speakers, special social events, library including book loan, and a newsletter.