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Provides fire and rescue services including:- Fire Prevention: Conducts regular inspections of commercial, industrial, and multi-family residential structures to ensure continued compliance with Minnesota fire and building codes,- Fire Investigation: Investigates all fires in Bloomington to determine cause and origin and works with the Police Department to investigate arson

Provides a range of primary care and specialty care services. Services include:- Child and adult immunizations- Family medicine- Flu vaccinations- General physical and sports exams- On-site laboratory and diagnostic services- Telemedicine and virtual visits

Provide skills training for improving symptom management, medication education, improving work or educational status, housing, parenting skills, relationships, health, and quality of life

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 disconnectionHouseholds may apply for Energy Assistance once per program year. Applications for the heating season are typically accepted beginning in September and ending at the end of May the following year. The start date may vary as to when applications begin to be accepted. Call or visit the website to determine the dates applications are being accepted. Applications are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis and are generally processed within 30 - 60 days, depending on program funding, and information provided.

Provides several treatment programs for adults who have a problem with substance use. Services include:- Co-occurring program provided to adults with both substance use disorder and mental health diagnoses at the Oakdale location- Group/individual outpatient treatment such as New Choices for Recovery Program. The program helps adults take action to change their thinking and behaviors to both prevent relapse and form a more positive relationship with themselves, others, and their community. Approaches include cognitive therapy, motivational interviewing, and 12-step support. Also addresses co-occurring mental health issues.- Sober housing with permanent and supportive housing services to individuals who are homeless and single parents and their children in Forest Lake. The goal is to help parents and their children become self-sufficient and contributing members of the community.- Substance use assessments

Helps families work their way out of poverty by providing temporary cash and food benefits to eligible families. While MFIP has a 60-month time limit, there are some limited exceptions and extensions.Participants are required to follow certain work rules. Failure to meet these requirements will result in MFIP grants being sanctioned or reduced.In addition:- Child support will be pursued in those situations where one or both parents are absent- A woman expecting a baby may receive assistance for herself during her pregnancy- Children who are being cared for by certain relatives may receive assistanceNOTE: MFIP recipients may be eligible for Emergency Assistance, Child Care Assistance, Medical Assistance, and/or Food Support.

Offers variety of classes for all ages

Provides representative payee services for individuals who receive government benefits and are unable to manage their finances.

All services of acute short-term hospital including:- Acute stroke assessment and care 24/7, full stroke inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation program; Resource center for the patients and community- Comprehensive diabetes management for patients and their families- Emergency service: 24 hour with full physician coverage, radio communication with advanced life support units, trained paramedics used in life-threatening crisis- Full program of cardiac services including diagnostic, inpatient, and outpatient care- Outpatient sleep disorder clinic specializing in diagnosing and treating most types of disorders including sleep apnea, narcolepsy, restless leg; usually not able to assist persons with insomnia- Parkinson's disease diagnosis and treatment including deep brain stimulation (DBS), support groups, professional and patient education sessions, programs for patients, families, and caregivers- Respiratory rehabilitation outpatient program- Pharmacies located in the hospital and in attached medical building, open 8:30 am - 5 pm- Registry of interpreters for use by hospital patients- Speech, occupational, and physical therapies at Methodist Hospital and six Park Nicollet clinics

Provides a variety of classes and activities for community members of all ages including:- Adult enrichment classes- Adult education- Exercise classes- Youth enrichment classes- Youth sports

Youth development activities:- Arts and crafts- Athletic programs- Conflict resolution- Counseling- Dance- Digital arts and technology programs- Education/computer learning center- Healthy snack program- Leadership/citizenship groups- Life skills- Open gym and physical activities- Outdoor and environmental education- Rec room tournaments- Social recreation program: group games/activities- Tutoring/homework helper- Vocational exploration

Helps adults with mental illness develop skills for independent living, social adjustment, and managing their condition. These services are delivered in the community and include components like basic living, social skills, and symptom management. Provided at the Community Support Program called the Anchor Center.

Emergency medicine for severe and life-threatening situations that require immediate medical attention including: - Chest pain or pressure - Head injury - Heart attack or acute coronary syndrome - Seizures - Severe abdominal pain - Sexual assault - Shortness of breath or pneumonia - Stroke - Sudden, severe headaches, paralysis or weakness - Traumatic injury - Uncontrolled bleeding

Provides religious education

Helps people develop skills and knowledge to improve their lives and communities. Offers a variety of programs for learners of all ages.Class offerings include acting classes, arts and crafts, before and after-school child care, driver's education, equestrian center, music lessons, sports and recreational activities, swimming lessons, and more.

Assists the community by preparing for, responding to, and recovering from natural and man-made disasters. Services include coordination with agencies to deliver critical support, such as emergency response and hazard mitigation, ensuring recovery and resilience, planning, public education, and training.

Registered nurses can help answer questions about:- Symptoms being experienced- Deciding between urgent care, emergency room, or waiting to go to a clinic- Home treatment options and advice

Assists older adults and individuals with disabilities with a housing application fee for up to 2 household members. Also assists with the fees for a new ID and/or birth certificate for 2 household members when needed to obtain housing.