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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.

Volunteer fire department providing fire suppression services

Provides advice from nurses including:- Help in determining if self-care, a scheduled office visit, or immediate medical attention is best for the caller's condition- Medical information for unknown symptoms and whether individuals need to be seen- Prescriptions for some conditions assessed during the phone call, which can be filled at a pharmacy of the caller's choice

Responsible for filing and disposition of all felony and gross misdemeanor violations issued in Dakota County. Dakota County Northern and Western Service Centers handle gross misdemeanor but not felony violations.

Offers a college access program targeting low-income, first generation college adults ages 19 and over. Will assist youth 12 - 18 by request. Assists persons with academic and career counseling including:- Academic and career assessment testing- Academic and career counseling and referral- Referral for dropouts wishing to complete GED- Information about post-secondary educational programs- Information and assistance in applying for financial aid for post secondary education and help filling out FAFSA online- Referral to community agencies and services- Workshops on topics such as college survival skills, financial assistance for post secondary education, career decision making, etc.

Individual treatment plans developed to establish goals to help improve the child's development to that of their peers. Services are provided at home, in school, or in the community on an individual and group basis and include:- Anger management - Communication skills- Crisis planning and prevention- Distress tolerance skills- Emotion regulation skills - Problem-solving skills - Social skills

Federal Student Aid (FSA):- Eligible students who are planning to attend college or career school can apply for federally funded financial assistance to help pay for education beyond high school- Visit website to submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)Federal Student Aid (FSA) Ombudsman Group:- Individuals who have completed an online application, may have a dispute, or believe to have a wrong or incomplete answer from their application submission can reach the FSA Ombudsman group- Help resolve discrepancies with loan balances/payments- Resolve issues with Pell Grant disbursements or overpayments- Explain loan interest and collection charges- Identify options for resolving issues related to consolidation, service quality, default status, bankruptcy, income tax refund offsets, and other concerns- Clarify requirements of loan deferment or forbearance, loan cancellation, or discharge

Pays for room and board for seniors and adults with disabilities who have low incomes. Aims to reduce and prevent people from living in institutions or becoming homeless.All recipients receive assistance each month to help pay for rent and food. Some recipients also receive Housing Support supplemental funding to provide other services if they don't qualify for home and community-based waiver programs, including but not limited to:- Arranging for medical and social services- Arranging for meetings and appointments- Assistance with transportation- Medication remindersThe individual's housing provider receives payments to pay for rent, utilities, food, household supplies, and other necessities.

Provides coaching and support to Child Care Providers in Dakota, Carver, and Scott counties to help them prepare children for school. Services include: - Collaboration with community organizations to promote high-quality child care- Information on caregiving options, including center care, licensed family care, and family, friend, and neighbor care- Links providers to training, grants, and professional development opportunities- Links to culturally specific resources and referrals- Provides individual consultation to caregivers to start or strengthen their child care program- Support and resources for families and caregivers

NOTE: Not accepting applications at this time. Check website for updated information.Provides loans, loan guarantees, and grants that enable rural property owners to develop and rehabilitate properties for low-income, elderly, individuals living with a disability, families, and domestic laborers. Works directly with farm labor housing loan properties to subsidize rents for low-income tenants who cannot afford to pay their full rent. Additional services include:- Subsidized loans for construction or rehabilitation of rental housing complexes in rural communities to serve very-low and low-income households - Directory of Rural Development-financed complexes with location and contact information for prospective residents - Rent subsidy vouchers to protect eligible tenants who may face hardship if they cannot find affordable housing (available at most complexes)- Uses a variety of tools to revitalize and preserve the physical and financial health of properties currently in the USDA's rural rental portfolio

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.

Helps individuals and families with low incomes (including temporary low incomes) get the food they need for nutritious and well-balanced meals. Provides extra support to help stretch a household's food budget - it is not meant to cover all the groceries a family needs.Monthly benefits are loaded on an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card, which looks and works like a debit card. The card can be used to buy groceries at authorized stores, farmers markets, and online retailers. Learn more about where to shop and what can be bought. The amount of benefits received is based on income, expenses, and number of people in the household. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment and Training (SNAP E&T) program provides free employment and education training and support for people getting SNAP benefits. SNAP E&T participants gain support, skills, training, or experience to reach their goals. Many organizations, including technical and community colleges, community-based organizations, county agencies, tribes, and CareerForce Centers provide SNAP E&T programs and services. Programs can include career planning, job search, training for in-demand jobs, student support, financial support, and continued support once a participant has a job.

Offers financial assistance to patients who need help with medical bills

Works with neighborhoods and developers to plan and institute economic growth throughout Saint Paul

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.

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

Criminal Court / Traffic Court / Drug Court: Handles inquiries related to criminal, traffic, and drug court cases.- Phone: (612)348-2040General Court Information and Conciliation Court: Serves as the main contact for all court-related questions, including Conciliation Court (small claims).- Phone: (612)348-6000Interpreters Service: For language interpretation services during court proceedings.- Phone: (651)297-5300Jury Office: Questions about jury service, including reporting and scheduling.- Phone: (612)540-7436Marriage Line Recording: Provides recorded information about marriage ceremonies.- Phone: (612)322-6709Records Center (Civil): For accessing civil court records.- Phone: (612)348-6000

138-bed adult detention center providing direct supervision