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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.

Works and collaborates with community members and organizations to provide learning opportunities that meet community needs and enhance the quality of life. Provides classes, activities, and programs for children, adults, and families through community education. Classes offered:

• Adult and youth enrichment classes

• Business and finance courses

• Experiential education such as rock gym wellness program

• Book club and storytime sessions

• Hobbies and painting

• Fitness for children, youth, and adults

Three adult mental health crisis response services are defined as: - Crisis Assessment, - Mobile Crisis Intervention, and - Crisis Stabilization services This service provides adult mental health mobile crisis response services to eligible recipients. A mental health crisis is a behavioral, emotional, or psychiatric situation that would likely result in significantly reduced levels of functioning in primary activities of daily living; an emergency situation; or placement of the recipient in a more restrictive setting. This setting could include but not be limited to, inpatient hospitalization. A mental health emergency is a behavioral, emotional, or psychiatric situation, which causes an immediate need for mental health services.

Provides support and resources to youth experiencing homelessness in the Mankato area through The REACH Youth Resource Center. Services Offered: Basic Necessities:

• Access to computers, laptops, and Wi-Fi
• Clothing and grocery vouchers
• Meals, showers, and toiletries
• Transportation assistance

Housing and Shelter Options:

• Connections to public housing programs
• Coordinated entry assessments for homeless youth
• Crisis nursery program
• Emergency shelter and street outreach services
• Independent living, housing assistance, and short-term housing options

Support and Education:

• Access to licensed therapists
• Community and volunteer service opportunities
• Financial assistance
• Ongoing case management- Rental education through RentWise

Preparation for Employment and Independent Living:

• Assistance with taxes and obtaining legal documents (birth certificates, social security cards, driver's licenses)
• Budgeting and financial planning
• College preparation and FAFSA completion
• Job searching, resume writing, and interview skills
• Nutrition and cooking support

Recreational Activities:

• Art projects, field trips, movie days, and other social activities

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 disconnection

Provides support and education to Latina women dealing with violence.

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.

Services include a comprehensive assessment, brief psychotherapy interventions, information, resource referrals, coordination, and continuity of care with the primary care team.

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. 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 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

• Special events for the entire family

• Programs for non-English language learners

• School readiness program for children ages 3 1/2 - 4

• Single parent program

• Workshops on specific topics

Support groups for:

• Adult Women's Group

• Adult Men's Group

• Drop-In Support Group

• Journey Through The Arts

• LGBTQIA+ / Queer Survivors Group

• Radical Healing for Black Women

• Still, I Rise: Women of Color Group

• V.I.B.E. Youth Group

Other groups offered may vary Drop-in group for anyone interested in learning more. Most support groups are conducted as a closed group with the same participants from the beginning to the end (usually 8-10 weeks).

All services of an acute care hospital including:

• 24-hour emergency room

• Ambulance service

• Medical social work services

• Rehabilitation services

• Surgery

• Provides advocacy for victims of domestic violence in relation to court proceedings

• Assists in obtaining additional support services and exploring safety options

• Helps with Orders for Protection

Provides a range of primary care options, including family medicine, internal medicine, and pediatrics. Services include:

• Anesthesiology

• Bariatric medicine

• Cardiac electrophysiology

• General surgery

• Heart care (Cardiology)

• Hematology oncology

• Internal medicine

• Mental health, including psychiatry and therapy

• Occupational therapy

• Physical medicine and rehabilitation

• Physical therapy

• Radiology

• Rehabilitation

• Sleep medicine

• Speech and language pathology

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.

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 games

See 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 games

See website for annual schedule

• Comprehensive assessment (Rule 25)

• Intensive outpatient programming

• Safety Net: Consist of a team of providers and community support services to help each individual succeed in their own recovery goal

• Substance use group: Topics may include DBT skills, living in recovery, 12 steps, mental health, and relapse prevention

• Testing: On-site rapid substance testing via urinalysis and offer further extensive testing with contracted lab facility

Provides resources, including newsletters, speakers, social events, library materials available for loan or purchase, and a slide and tape presentation explaining care and treatment of newborns with Spina Bifida; available for in-service programs. Additionally, offers the following:

• Financial assistance may be available for those attending the national conferences

?- Sponsors state conferences held in the spring and the fall

Emergency supplemental food. Food shelf may be used once every 4 weeks by an individual. The amount of food received by an individual varies depending on the number of individuals needing food in a family.

Accepts and responds to and/or investigates reports of child abuse, neglect, or abandonment. Services may include:

• Accepting reports of abuse

• Assessment of the initial referral

• Consultation to individuals who suspect abuse

• Consultation with the family to determine the nature of the problem

• Dependency investigation

• Explanation of reporting statutes and answer questions regarding agency practices

• Ongoing support services for children and their families

• Temporary placement of children who are removed from the home

• Works with the family toward reunification

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.

Mayor and City Council Members

• Member contact information

City Departments: City Administration: -Handles day-to-day operations of the city. Responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the activities of all municipal operations. Parks and Recreation:

• Manages all city parks and trails

Public Works:

• Responsible for maintenance of city streets, snowplowing, public parking lots, street signs, sewer, and water

• Phone: (763)784-6849

Patients who need help paying their bills or prescriptions can call to discuss special circumstances or request a payment plan

• Allina Partners Care Program: Provides assistance to patients who do not qualify for Medical Assistance or MinnesotaCare in Minnesota, or BadgerCare in Wisconsin, and whose annual incomes are at or below 275 percent of the federal poverty level

• Uninsured Discount Program: Provides a discount on medically necessary hospital charges for individuals who do not qualify for Medicaid or Allina Health Partners Care

• MedCredit Financial Services: Provides a financing option to patients who can't afford to pay high monthly payments for their medical bills over a short period of time

• Prescription Assistance Programs: Patients can speak to staff or contact an Allina Health health care provider to send a referral letter to the program

Fire department which provides open burning permits

Program designed to meet the specific educational and employment needs of youth. Services include:

• Education: Assists with obtaining a social security card, birth certificate, and/or state ID, application assistance for food stamps, Medical Assistance, or financial aid, advocating at school, connecting with GED tutors, and preparing for college applications. Financial assistance for obtaining vital documents is available.

• Employment: Assists all youth with online job searches, applications, resumes, and practice interviewing. Providing work appropriate clothing, transportation in the form of bus passes and bus tokens to get to and from work and for interviews and Lyft/Uber for a job interview, and referrals to partner organizations to find other employment resources. YouthLink partners with HIRED/Goodwill Easter Seals.