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Employment programs with the goal of getting individuals started on a career path that will be sustainable for themselves and/or their families in order to increase their overall well-being.Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP): Employment and supportive services for low-income families transitioning off of public assistance or to avoid dependence on welfare benefits. Comprehensive job placement program which helps public assistance recipients in Benton, Dakota, Hennepin, and Stearns counties obtain the services they need to become self-supporting. Avivo offers a program to young parents, ages 18 - 26, to overcome barriers to employment and provide intensive case management and weekly job search groups.

Provides parent education and counseling in the family home as an alternative to an out-of-home placement or preparing for a child to return home from an out-of-home placement.

Orthopaedic Services- Adult reconstructive surgery and joint replacement- Arthroscopic surgery- Diagnostic Imaging/Radiology?- Foot and ankle surgery- Hand and wrist surgery- Treatment of fractures and trauma- Sports medicine- Spinal injury- Pediatric orthopaedics- Physical therapyUrgent Care- Mankato location only- No appointment required (walk-in)

Provides 5 - 7 days' worth of food for each family in need. Families may use the food shelf twice per month. Food donations accepted.

Provides curbside pick-up of used clothing and household items. Items should be bagged in plastic garbage bags (preferred method to keep from getting wet) or boxes no larger than a grocery tote, and placed on the curb on the day of the pick-up. All items must be clean and rack-ready. Call to arrange a pick-up. Will accept the following items:- Gently used clothing of any size or season- Bedding, curtains, towels, place mats, fabric and small area rugs- Jewelry, purses, belts, shoes, hats and scarves- Will accept kitchenware, toys and games, tools IF accompanied by clothing donations?Items Not Accepted: Microwaves, mattresses and box springs, major appliances, car seats/cribs/strollers, personal care items, food or other perishables, lawn or garden care items, flammable or combustible items, sofa beds, or furniture. Visit website to see the complete list of items not accepted at https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/donate-used-goods/accepted-items/.

Provides the following community education services to the Barnum School District:- Driver's education- Field trips for children and youth- Karate classes- Literacy writing- Summer programming- School readiness- Youth baseball- Zumba and more

The Affordable Housing Program partners with the Minnesota Department of Corrections to create affordable housing in West Central Minnesota. Homes are built and modified to meet specific accessibility requests, making them more accessible. A variety of floor plans are available depending on the family's needs. The homes built are durable, energy-efficient, and require minimal maintenance.Housing staff can assist in the steps of purchasing a new home, the mortgage lending process, and refer households to lenders such as the First Time Homebuyer programs and Rural Development programs.

The mission of Itasca County Public Health is designed to protect and improve people's health by preventing illness, disease and disability

Patients who have received care from Access Health or Avera Medical Group can reach out to discuss payment options, bill statements, and learn more about financial assistance options available to them. Options available:- Financial Assistance Program- In-House or Extended Payment Plan: Zero interest financing options to help patients manage their payments with applicable terms- Uninsured Discount

Individuals and/or families meet once a week with an isolated older adult. Visits may include a casual conversation, playing cards, watching a movie, looking at photos, baking cookies or going for a walk.

Provides assistance to apply for programs such as:- Social Security applications- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) applications

Provides legal services for individuals who have been denied, reduced, or terminated government benefits

Provides licensing for adult and child foster care. Services include:- Information about licensing requirements and standards- Inspections and investigations on certifications for adult foster care homes and child foster care- Orientation, licensing, re-licensing of foster care certification- Types of foster care are adult foster care homes, respite care, temporary, short-term, or long-term foster care

Provides support for mothers in their breastfeeding journey to reach their breastfeeding goals. Services include over-the-phone or in-person support and connecting with community resources.

Provides a regional training center that supports the training requirements of military and civilian agencies. Also provides service, resources and facilities that empower organizations to conduct essential training. Supports a wide range of customers, from local law enforcement agencies to all branches of the Department of Defense, Camp Ripley is a primary training facility for Minnesota National Guard units.

Provides chemical dependency services to adults. Services offered:- Addiction Medicine Clinic: Medication-assisted therapy, medication management, tobacco cessation, and in-person or virtual visits- Comprehensive Assessment: Chemical dependency evaluations. Same-day assessments are often available.- Outpatient Addiction Services: Co-occurring and varying intensity levels from high, medium, or low/relapse prevention treatment services

Provides comprehensive care management and coordination for older adults and people with chronic or complex health conditions. Support patients and caregivers by answering questions, facilitating communication among providers, helping implement individualized care plans, identifying community resources, supporting transitions of care, assisting with paperwork, and participating in care planning and conferences as needed.

Provides comprehensive medical care exclusively for children, visit website for listings of services and specialty clinics, services include:- Children's staff blends traditional, cultural, and complementary medical care- Emergency care- In-patient medical care- Mental health services- Neonatal and pediatric intensive care units- Out-patient pediatric clinic- Rehabilitation, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech, and language pathology- Surgery including outpatient surgery

Patients who need to speak with a financial counselor, need cost of care estimates or determine if they may qualify for financial assistance to pay for procedures may reach out about options. Financial counselors can help individuals understand patients' responsibilities and may offer no-interest payment plans. Other options may include:- Discount Program: Individuals who are uninsured or underinsured and have incomes less than 400% of the Federal Poverty Guideline may be eligible for getting help to pay their medical bill- Elevate Patient Financial Solutions: Help patients without medical insurance find resources to help pay for medical bills

Offers a nurse line available 24 hours/7 days a week for individuals who may need to speak with a nurse about medical care and where to go for care. Nurses can provide medical advice on what potential options are available, such as virtual care, primary care, urgent care options, or seek emergency care if needed at a CentraCare location.

Provides library materials including audio, books, magazines, and movies on loan; interlibrary loans available

People Camp is a week-long transformative experience of cooperation, community living, peacemaking, and the exploration of ideas and issues. This is a summer camp experience for the whole family and for anyone interested in a supportive community, challenging workshops, and lots of recreation in a camp setting. Summer camp program is held in August for one week. The camp program includes:- Camp traditions and building community such as morning meditation down by the lake, talent show, tie dying shirts, s'mores, games, and other activities- Engaging activities for children and youth- Housing at Northern Pines with rooms that sleep 3 - 10 people. Tenting is allowed at the camp.- Interest groups at camp such as book clubs, singing groups, and more- Meals for breakfast, lunch, and supper served at the dining hall with outdoor seating