Provides services for single adults and families who are in need: - Emergency Shelter: There is a waiting list. Limited funds for a hotel stay due to extreme heat and cold weather-related conditions for Carver, Dakota, and Scott county. - Housing Related Coordinated Entry: Provides housing intake and assessment for single adults over the age of 25, and families residing in Carver and Scott counties who are homeless or at risk of losing their housing. Single adults and families in Dakota county should call Dakota County's Housing Resource Line. - Permanent Supportive Housing: Provides a CAP-owned rental unit for homeless individuals and families with disabilities in Carver, Dakota, and Scott counties

An access point providing coordinated entry assessments to single adults and families with children who are low-income, homeless, and meet eligibility requirements by county area

An access point providing coordinated entry assessments to single adults and families with children who are low-income and meet eligibility requirements by county area

An access point providing coordinated entry assessments to single adults and families with children who are low-income, homeless, and meet eligibility requirements by county area

An access point providing coordinated entry assessments to single adults and families with children who are low-income, homeless, and meet eligibility requirements by county area

An access point providing coordinated entry assessments to single adults and families with children who are low-income and meet eligibility requirements by county area

- Adult Rehabilitative Mental Health Services (ARMHS) - Alpha-Stim therapy - Coordinated Entry VI-SPDAT assessments - Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - EMDR - Hearth Connection Homeless Program/Adult Mental Health Targeted Case Management (AMH-TCM): For people who have long histories of homelessness that are interested in receiving and engaging in supportive services to help end their homeless situation. Head of household ages 18 and older must have been homeless continuously for a year or more or have experienced 4 episodes of homelessness in the past 3 years. Participants work with a case manager to find and keep affordable housing and meet other personal goals addressing areas that have contributed to homelessness. The caseworker acts as a referral source, advocate and support person for the participant, helping connect them with resources and programs. Housing subsidy vouchers are awarded based on regional availability. Applicants must complete a VI-SPDAT assessment through Coordinated Entry first before accessing this program. - Outpatient therapy for individuals and families - Play therapy - Rule 25 assessments - Special mental health services referrals - Substance use counseling and referrals

Provides Coordinated Entry System Assessments for youth in the Suburban Metro Area Continuum of Care (SMAC) that includes the counties of Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Scott, and Washington; and Ramsey.

An access point providing coordinated entry assessments to single adults and families with children who are low-income, homeless, and meet eligibility requirements by county area

An access point providing coordinated entry assessments to single adults and families with children who are low-income, homeless, and meet eligibility requirements by county area

Provides services to youth who are experiencing homelessness in the Mankato area through The REACH Youth Resource Center. Services include: Basic Necessities: - Access to computers, laptops, and Wi-Fi - Clothing vouchers - Grocery Vouchers - Meals - Showers - Toiletries - Transportation assistance Housing and Shelter Options: - Coordinated entry assessments to homeless youth - Crisis nursery program - Emergency shelter and Mankato Youth Street Outreach program - Independent living housing assistance - Links to public housing services - Short-term housing options Support and Education: - Community and volunteer service - Financial assistance - Licensed therapists - Ongoing case management - Rental information through RentWise Preparation for Employment and Independent Living: - Assistance filing taxes - Assistance in obtaining legal documentation such as birth certificates, social security cards, driver's licenses, and more - Budgeting and financial planning - College preparation - Completing college financial aid forms (FAFSA) - Job searching - Interviewing skills - Nutrition and cooking assistance - Resume writing Recreational Activities: - Art activities - Field trips - Movie days and more

Provides the following services: - Financial assistance with rent, utilities, rent and utilities arrears, transportation, basic needs, food, application fees, time-limited housing subsidies, emergency shelter, household necessities, etc. NOTE: Financial assistance may vary and is not guaranteed for every applicant. - Information and coordination related to public benefits, veterans' benefits, housing stability, employment, and legal issues In-House Services: Housing stability case management, rental subsidies, legal, employment, justice-involved coordination, healthcare navigation, landlord engagement, outreach, documentation specialist, financial coaching, and free voluntary representative payee services

Front Door consolidates intake for most programs and connects clients to the level of service that best meets their needs. Front Door Screener's connect clients to: - Community resources or other providers - Coordinated Entry System (CES) assessments for families based on eligibility criteria. Families can visit the website to fill out a Families Coordinated Entry referral form. - Education or consultation of county programs - Intake assessments of county-operated programs. For clients identified as needing county intervention, a Front Door Service Planner will conduct a thorough evaluation of needs and provide short-term case management as well as assess client eligibility for possible ongoing services from the county or a contracted provider.

Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency (AEOA) offers and collaborates with community partner agencies on single-room occupancy programs, transitional housing programs, and the Virginia Youth Foyer program for on-site and off-site housing. The locations of the housing programs will vary. Schedule a housing pre-screen intake with a case manager to complete an assessment and be connected to safe and affordable housing. NOTE: Individuals, families, and youth in Saint Louis County must get a pre-screen through United Way 211 to access this program. The pre-screen information is provided to Saint Louis County Housing Assessment Team - SLCHAT.

Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program - FHPAP provides: - Coordinated entry program intake - Direct financial services for persons needing help maintaining existing housing or to re-home themselves including: - First month's rent to move into an apartment - Mortgage (to prevent foreclosure) - Rent (to prevent eviction) - Security deposit to move into an apartment - Utility bill (to prevent disconnection) - Minimal financial assistance is available for: - Childcare - Food - Transportation - Work clothing

Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program - FHPAP provides: - Coordinated entry program intake - Direct financial services for persons needing help maintaining existing housing or to re-home themselves including: - First month's rent to move into an apartment - Mortgage (to prevent foreclosure) - Rent (to prevent eviction) - Security deposit to move into an apartment - Utility bill (to prevent disconnection) - Minimal financial assistance is available for: - Childcare - Food - Transportation - Work clothing

Provides emergency shelter and rapid exit case management services for area families facing homelessness

Provides the following services: - Financial assistance with rent, utilities, rent and utilities arrears, transportation, basic needs, food, application fees, time-limited housing subsidies, emergency shelter, household necessities, etc. NOTE: Financial assistance may vary and is not guaranteed for every applicant. - Information and coordination related to public benefits, veterans' benefits, housing stability, employment, and legal issues In-House Services: Housing stability case management, rental subsidies, legal, employment, justice-involved coordination, healthcare navigation, landlord engagement, outreach, documentation specialist, financial coaching, and free voluntary representative payee services

Coordinated Entry Services (CES): The Housing Advocacy Services Department participates in the Southeast Minnesota River Valleys Continuum of Care Coordinated Entry Services (CES) for housing and support services for households experiencing homelessness Prevention Assistance: When funding is available, individuals and families will be referred to the Housing Advocacy Department for follow up on Prevention Assistance. Funds will vary on a monthly basis. The Prevention Assistance fund assists families and individuals facing eviction with back-rent financial assistance and landlord-tenant negotiation assistance. Case management includes services such as transportation assistance, information/referral, and landlord tenant law training with the goal of achieving housing stability moving forward. Rapid Re-Housing (RRH): Provides short-term rent assistance and/or deposit for individuals and families with children who are homeless to get into permanent affordable housing where the participant is the leaseholder and chooses their own apartment according to their needs. RRH includes case management services such as life skills training, transportation assistance, information/referral, landlord tenant law training, and utility assistance for up to six months with the goal of obtaining and subsequently maintaining stable housing. Households will be assessed and prioritized using the Coordinated Entry System. Long-Term Assistance: The Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Program provides high-barrier households experiencing homelessness with affordable rental housing and supportive services that assist participants with maintaining housing stability, improving overall wellness, engaging in the community and leading successful lives. PSH targets households that need intensive case management services due to challenges such as significant and persistent mental health issues and chemical dependency. Households will be assessed and prioritized using the Coordinated Entry System. Note: Funding comes from a variety of sources including the Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program - FHPAP and others.

An access point providing coordinated entry assessments to single adults and families with children who are low-income and meet eligibility requirements by county area

Coordinated Entry: An access point providing coordinated entry assessments to single adults and families with children who are low-income and meet eligibility requirements in the county area Family Homeless Prevention Assistance Program: This program helps families or individuals get out of homelessness or prevent homelessness from occurring. If eligible, the FHPAP program can help with the first month's rent, security deposit, or back rent/mortgage assistance up to a certain dollar amount. To be eligible for this program, individuals must: - Fill out an application - Be able to prove a housing crisis (eviction notice, mortgage papers, etc.) - Must have income During this program, all applicants who are deemed eligible will also be required to watch the "Rent Wise, Money Smart" videos. The videos go over smart shopping, facts about debt and credit reports, saving, budgeting, and more. Transitional Housing Program: Provides a long-term housing program to help an individual regain self-sufficiency. The goal of this program is to transition struggling individuals and families into stabilized living situations. The resources are offered for people of all backgrounds, including single parents, children, and individuals that were recently evicted. The program requires an assessment, application approval, weekly case management meetings, and constant contact with a case manager. If approved, Prairie Five can: - Pay a portion of rent - Assist with referrals, phone calls, setting up appointments, application assistance, resume building, job search, family development, etc. - Tenant education - Budgeting/smart money use

Drop-in center for homeless youth: - Provides computers for homework and job searches, a game room, kitchen, lockers, showers, storage areas, and a washer and dryer - Provides housing assessment for coordinated entry for youth who are at risk of being homeless, or are already homeless and seeking housing resources. Housing assessments can be provided over the phone. - Staff help youth get help with employment and housing searches, connect to resources, and receive basic need items (clean clothes, food, sleeping bags, and toiletries)

Emergency shelter clearinghouse intake and case management provided for: - Day center - Housing-related coordinated entry for transitional and permanent housing waiting lists - Overnight shelters in Hugo and Oakdale - Personalized support and daily contact with the case manager required

Assistance with: - Disasters such as fires, storms, or floods - Expenses associated with leaving a violent relationship - Homeless services, including youth services - Housing related coordinated entry - Mortgage payments - Recent release from a correctional facility - Rent payments - Utility payments Enrolled participants will receive monthly case management services for up to six months

Provides a place where adults who are experiencing or who are at risk of homelessness can come for comfort and to gain access to a variety of services including: - Applying for housing/phone service - Benefits Navigation - Chemical Health - Community Resources - Counseling Services - Crisis Assistance - Diagnostic Assessments - Employment - Group Recreational Activities - Health and Wellness - Housing - Immediate needs - tokens, snacks, water - Jobs training referrals - Primary care referrals - Referrals to Coordinated Entry - Scheduling shelter stays - Transportation