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Provides investigation and intervention services on behalf of vulnerable adults who are unable to act on their own behalf, manage their own affairs, or who are in immediate danger of abuse. Types of abuse may be physical, emotional, sexual abuse, unsafe or hazardous living conditions, exploitation, neglect, or abandonment. Services include: - Taking reports and investigating abuse and/or maltreatment - Removal of the individual to safer surroundings - Services necessary to remove the conditions which have created a threat to life NOTE: Complaints, questions, or concerns involving incidents in facilities licensed by the Health Department, such as hospitals, nursing homes, boarding care homes, supervised living facilities, assisted living and home health agencies can be referred to the Minnesota Board on Aging Ombudsman for Long-Term Care.

Community-based treatment program designed to reduce symptoms of depression and improve quality of life. The program consists of 6-8 in-home counseling sessions that focus on the following goals:

- Becoming socially and physically active

- Scheduling enjoyable activities

- Solving problems

Provides energy conservation measures and tests to reduce the use of utilities in the client's home. Services that may be provided are insulation, weather-stripping, and caulking to help reduce energy costs. Furnaces are also checked for functionality and efficiency. Applications are accepted throughout the year.

Connects single adults and families experiencing homelessness or at risk of being homeless in Winona County with a Housing Specialist to provide housing problem solving. Housing Specialists can assist households with practical solutions, identify sources, alternatives, and mediate conflict resolution between landlords, friends, or family.

The initial access point to be connected with a Housing Specialist is short-term and when determined there are no other pathways identified, the household will be connected to a Housing Assessor and placed on the Housing Registry.

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 Riverwood Healthcare Center location. 

- Residential programs designed to provide individuals with developmental disabilities, the services and supports they need to live in the community. - The in-home family support for adults and children is available.

Provides medical assistance to refugees. NOTE: Refugees who are eligible for Medical Assistance are served through that program. Refugees receiving Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) are automatically eligible for RMA if they are not already MA eligible.

Family Based Services (FBS) is a voluntary program designed to help place responsibility and confidence in families who are experiencing some difficulties. FBS is available if a child is at risk of out-of-home placement, or is returning home from a placement FBS are: - Free of charge - Time-limited (3-6 months) - Provided in your home - Flexible and available during unconventional hours The FBS program was developed to create a sense of hope, trust and motivation in the family to assist them in coping with life's challenges FBS always involves a Social Worker and can include a FBS Provider, a FBS Therapist or any combination of the three The team approach provides: - Support - Accessibility - Variety The Social Worker will: - Establish family strengths, needs and goals - Develop a Family Service plan - Clarify ideas and expectations - Provide in-home counseling - Teach problem solving skills The Social Worker takes the lead in demonstrating respect for everyone's roles, skills and needs The Social Worker and the family may decide to include a FBS Provider as part of the team Under the Social Worker's direction, the FBS Provider works intensively with the family in several areas: - Parenting - Communication skills - Home management - Budgeting skills The FBS Provider offers: - Support - Encouragement - Practical advice for every day living This team member helps reinforce the family's progress, links the family to the community and helps create a feeling of trust between all team members The Social Worker and the family may determine that the FBS Therapist should be part of the team The therapist could focus on: - Individuals or entire family - Specific problem areas (depression, abuse, etc) - Crisis intervention/prevention - Counseling and guidance The FBS Therapist helps the family understand and cope with issues by exploring their personal feelings and thoughts When the FBS Program has been successfully completed, the family will have learned to cope, will have it's basic needs met and will have a more harmonious family life

Provides a hot, nutritious noon meal to older adults, adults with disabilities, or adults who are terminally ill and with limited mobility who are unable to prepare their own meals. Meals are provided by local caterers and delivered by volunteers. Program Coordinators will meet individually with client to discuss nutrition and other services available to aid them in remaining independent. Volunteer opportunities available to drive for Meals on Wheels.

Public meeting rooms are available for community groups. Entrance or admission fees, and the marketing or selling of goods or services for profit, are prohibited. All meetings must be open to the public and may not be restricted to a particular group.

Provides primary care services, including: 

- Family medicine

- Immunizations

- Laboratory

Cash-grant program for adults with low incomes experiencing a household emergency. Adults can receive assistance once every 12 months. The assistance received must resolve the crisis. Adults must use their own money first. The amount of assistance provided might not cover the entire emergency, but it can help. EGA can offer emergency help with moving expenses, furnishings and appliances, home repairs, to prevent foreclosure, employment-related expenses, shelter, and utility bills.

Offers older adults independence and support in a safe and secure setting. Services offered: - Assisted living suites - Homemade meals and three snacks daily with dietary considerations - Housekeeping services such as linen and personal laundry services - Medical services onsite such as nursing, home care, and physical therapy - Opportunities to spend time in a community setting with fun activities and excursions - Short-term out of home respite care - Staff management onsite

Provides older adults with a meal served weekly in a congregate dining setting. Also offers home-delivered meals through Meals on Wheels, including weekday and frozen weekend meals.

Provides a variety of social, educational, and recreational activities for older adults, including:

- Bingo

- Card games

- Crafts

- Exercise programs

- Monthly meetings and community gatherings

- Special events and activities

Provides on-call services for victims of sexual assault or abuse who are ages 13 and older. Children ages 12 and younger are referred to a clinic specialized to meet their needs. Service includes: - Care of physical injuries - Sexually transmitted disease prevention and education - Pregnancy risk assessment - Evidence collection - Crisis intervention and supportive counseling

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 reminders

The individual’s housing provider receives payments to pay for rent, utilities, food, household supplies, and other necessities.

Drug and alcohol testing

Provides information, resources, and support needed to move life forward. These partners help navigate the challenges of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) unique to each individual's situation. In addition to connections to other MS Society services navigators:

- Assess for personalized case management through the Edward M. Dowd Personal Advocate Program Provide crisis intervention in times of need

- Help provide wellness strategies that can improve quality of life including suggestions on diet, exercise, emotional well-being, and connection to local resources - Navigate through the complexities of finding healthcare providers, benefits, insurance and access to coverage, and employment - Offer financial assistance with obtaining durable medical equipment and aids for daily living, emergency financial assistance for help with housing or utility shut off, respite care, chores, home modifications, and more. Will assist individuals with future planning.

Provides information about chemical health services 

Provides home care services, including the following:

- Aid with going for walks and fall prevention

- Assists with dressing, bathing, grooming, and hygiene

- Doing laundry and other light housekeeping tasks

- Offering medication monitoring and reminders

- Planning and preparing diet-conscious meals

- Providing joyful companionship and social care

- Running errands and going to the grocery store

- Transportation to physician appointments

Mayor and City Council Members:

- Member contact information https://www.birdislandcity.com/council

Departments:

- Administration and Finance

- Building Department

- Community Garden

- Economic Development Authority (EDA)

- Emergency Management

- Engineering Department

- Garbage and Recycling

- Parks and Recreation

- Public Works

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A weekly food shelf where clients can walk through and choose nutritious foods, including fresh produce, dairy, meat, grains, pantry staples, and baby food.

- Available items may also include hygiene and household products, depending on donations.

- Donations of food and funds are accepted.

- Families with young children can access diapers (newborn through size 6) and wipes.

- Home delivery may be available for individuals with limited mobility or special circumstances.

- Staff assist with SNAP applications and connect clients with additional community resources.

Offers multiple grant and financial support options for child care providers in Minnesota, including:

- Emergency Grants: For currently operating child care programs that have experienced an emergency (e.g. natural disasters, weather-related damage, pandemic-related cost increases, or other unforeseen circumstances) that affects their ability to provide care.

- Parent Aware Grants: For programs participating in Minnesota’s Parent Aware rating system. These help providers identify goals and purchases that support sustaining or improving their quality (for example, toward achieving a higher rating).

- Regional Grants: For programs (licensed or legally license-exempt) offering early-learning services, intended to support, sustain, and increase the quality of child care programs.

- Start-Up Grants: For programs that are soon-to-be licensed or have been licensed for less than six months. These grants may be used for items such as toys, required training, health & safety items, or improvements required by licensing or the Fire Marshal.

Provides an assisted living facility specializing in comprehensive home care and housing services including mental health services, medication management, diabetic management, 24-hour personalized housing services with trained staff, health monitoring and wellness programs, and recreational and social activities.