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Service provides work orientation, work activity training, community orientation, and focus on personal habits as related to work and other aspects of daily living. Employment opportunities for individuals with challenges, due to mental disabilities or related diagnosis.

Fills prescriptions and offers mail order service.

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- Ongoing support services for children and their families- Temporary placement of children who are removed from the home?- Works with the family toward unification or reunification?NOTE: In addition to taking reports, child protection screeners are available to explain the reporting statutes, answer questions regarding agency practices and discuss other resources and strategies when reports do not meet criteria for assignment for child protection investigation.

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- Ongoing support services for children and their families- Temporary placement of children who are removed from the home?- Works with the family toward unification or reunification?NOTE: In addition to taking reports, child protection screeners are available to explain the reporting statutes, answer questions regarding agency practices and discuss other resources and strategies when reports do not meet criteria for assignment for child protection investigation.

Provides assistance in learning English for those who speak another language

Individual and family therapy for adults, adolescents, and children. A variety of therapeutic approaches and theories grounded in research are utilized, including Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT). The length and frequency of appointments are determined on an individual basis.

Provides cash assistance to help adults receiving Supplemental Security Income - SSI pay for their basic needs. Adults who are blind, have a disability, or are age 65 and older but don't qualify for SSI because of their income may still be eligible for MSA if they meet income requirements.The basic monthly MSA grant is calculated using either the maximum SSI amount (Federal Benefit Rate) for the adult or their countable income (if they do not receive SSI), and the MSA standard set by state law.Special Needs GrantMSA also may provide special payments for adults who need:- Certain home repairs- Certain household furniture and appliances- Guardian or conservator service fees- Helping pay for housing costs through MSA Housing Assistance- Medically prescribed special diets- Representative payee servicesAdults who receive MSA are also eligible for help with medical, food, and housing costs through Medical Assistance - MA, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - SNAP, and MSA Housing Assistance programs.

Provides adult basic education services, including:- Basic reading, writing, and math skills- Citizenship classes- English as a Second Language- GED Assistance?- Introduction to computers

Provides diapers for families in need. Each family may access the diaper bank up to two times in a 12-month period, per child, depending upon availability.

Integrative health care focuses on treating the whole person, including the mental, emotional, spiritual, social, and community aspects.Integrative Therapies - Biofeedback - Health and wellness coaching - Medicine and other conventional therapies - Reiki - Relaxation therapies, including mindfulness - Stress management and resiliency training

The assessment helps determine public programs that might pay for an individual's long-term services and supports or help them learn about other options if they don't qualify for publicly funded programs. It is required to determine eligibility for: Community First Services and Supports - CFSS (formerly known as Personal Care Assistance - PCA)Home and Community-Based Services Waivers based on age: - Individuals Over 65 Years Old: Alternative Care (AC); Elderly Waiver (EW)- Individuals Under 65 Years Old: Brain Injury Waiver (BI); Community Access for Disability Inclusion Waiver (CADI); Community Alternative Care Waiver (CAC)Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Services (also known as Rule 185 Case Management)Family, friends, or others can attend the assessment. The assessment is in person at the individual's home or at a place of their choice, and it lasts about two hours.

Administers elementary and secondary schools in the district.Schools:- Alternative Learning Center: 709 North Kniss Luverne, MN 56156 (507)283-4491- Luverne Elementary School: 709 North Kniss Luverne, MN 56156 (507)283-4497- Luverne Middle School/High School: 709 North Kniss Luverne, MN 56156 (507)283-4491

Food distribution for members in need. Delivery is available by request to seniors. Food items may include but are not limited to:- Beans (canned and dry)- Cereals (hot and cold)- Egg noodles- Fresh fruits and vegetables- Frozen and canned meats- Juices- Soups and sauces

A supplemental food distribution program that provides pre-packed boxes of food. Food items will vary but can include fresh produce, canned goods, and other pantry staples. This distribution of food items is not intended to be a full-service, it is intended to be a supplemental food support option in addition to other services.

Provides needed items for children of all ages to families in need. This includes:-baby gear-baby food-diapers-clothes-toys-books

Variety of classes and activities for community members including:- Adult fitness- Driver's education- Youth enrichment classes- Youth recreational sports

Promotes the safety of all citizens by assisting in building offender competencies through increased community collaboration and to help restore the victim's sense of security when affected by crime.

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.

Prosecutes all crimes in the county and provides legal advice to county departments. Additional services include crime victim/witness coordinator and advocate assistance.

Cash-grant program for families with low incomes experiencing a household emergency. Families can receive assistance once every 12 months. The assistance received must resolve the crisis. Families must use their own money first. The amount of assistance provided might not cover the entire emergency, but it can help.?Short-term, one-time grant assistance for persons in a financial crisis because of fire, flood, storm, illness, accident, theft, utility shut-off, eviction, foreclosure, moving expense, necessary home repairs, or need for furniture or appliance replacement or repair.

??Supports victims of domestic or sexual violence immediately after police response. Provides advocacy services throughout criminal court proceedings. Additional services provided:???- Assists victims in writing of Orders of Protection and Harassment Orders- Transportation may be available

Operates and maintains nine parks in Cottonwood County. The Parks Department offers:- A level of maintenance to parks, park resources, collection of camp fees, and enforcement of park rules- Camper sites available on a first come, first served basis for campers- Overnight camping at two county parks

Provides help to improve reading, math, and writing skills, GED test preparation, and GED testing.

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.?