Focuses on some of the unique barriers many members of the community face when confronted with issues of domestic or sexual violence. Services provide: - Assistance and support to those seeking immigration remedies - Civil, criminal, and immigration court advocacy - Safety planning assistance - Support groups for victims - Translation and interpretative services that assist in accessing supportive services and resources - Transportation to appointments

Works to increase victim safety and offender accountability within the criminal justice system by providing: - Advocacy services to victims of domestic assault whose assailants are going through the criminal justice system - Assisting with criminal justice system policy development - Monitoring of the criminal justice system's responses to domestic assaults - Training related to best practices in domestic violence responses to professionals within the criminal justice system

Civil rights advocacy organization for Muslims in Minnesota Focus is on hate crimes, bias crimes, employment rights, and other forms of religious and racial discrimination

Provides an advocate/support person for the rape or sexual assault victim and their families; this includes victims of partner rape, acquaintance rape, date rape, stranger rape, gang rape, ritualistic rape, or any form of sexual assault. Also addresses sexual harassment and hostile work environment issues. Provides support through services: - Books and resources - Crisis counseling and intervention - Crisis line - Information and referral - Legal/court/law enforcement advocacy - Medical advocacy - Orders for Protection or Harassment Restraining Order assistance - Reparations (financial assistance for crime-related costs)

- Advocacy and outreach on elder services - Congregate meals for dine-in and home delivery of meals - Educational conferences - Elder activities - Elder/Disabled Energy Program (electric and gas service payment assistance) - Information and referrals - Social nutrition

Provides - Advocacy - Defensive driving courses - Exercise groups - Home program: Assist with house cleaning, lawn and yard work, minor home repairs and snow removal on a sliding fee scale - Information and referral - Legal and tax assistance and insurance assistance - Noon dinner meal program - Recreational and educational services - Support groups

Provides information and assistance to seniors and their families. Services include: - Advocacy to seniors and works with other service providers and organizations - Case management services to help seniors or family members obtain services - Information and referral to programs and partners with Senior LinkAge Line to connect individuals with community resources

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) - Employment opportunities for persons 55 and older who are economically disadvantaged and seeking employment - Job search skills, job development, and community service training Minnesota Indian Area Agency on Aging - Advocacy, outreach, training and technical assistance - Transportation and homemaker services - Congregate dining and home delivered meals grants - Legal services and legal education - Nutrition support and health protection - Annual conference Title VI Nutrtion and Supportive Services - Congregate and home delivered meals - Nutrition information

Works closely with County Veterans Service Officers, Veterans Affairs, individuals, and their families to ensure that veterans receive the benefits and services to which they are entitled Can also assist with the following: ???- Assistance with accessing Social Security benefits, insurance programs, etc. - Housing search - Independent living skills training - Individual Advocacy - Information and referral - Legislative and systems advocacy - Nursing home relocation services - Pre-employment services - Ramp projects and accessibility services

Provide individual advocacy, coaching, and system navigation through statewide Help Desk to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and their families. Services include one-to-one assistance in accessing and receiving appropriate services in the areas of early intervention, family support, special education, county case management, health care, housing, employment, recreation, Medical Assistance, Social Security, residential services, PCA (personal care assistance), etc. NOTE: Staff do NOT provide legal advice

Provide support to those who have been affected by domestic violence or sexual assault. Services may include: - 24-Hour Crisis Hotline: Provides a hotline for advocacy, resources, and shelter for all victims of violence. The hotline provides information and safety planning to support victims. - Advocacy: Legal advocates can help victims navigate and explain the legal system in criminal and civil protective order cases. Helps victims work with local police, city, and county attorneys to advocate on the victim's behalf. Assist in filing Orders for Protection and Harassment Restraining Orders. Attend court hearings with victims to provide information and support and more. - Emergency Shelter: A 24-hour domestic violence and sexual violence emergency shelter within Carlton, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, and Pine counties. The Black Dog Hill Shelter provides secure emergency shelter and access to basic needs to survivors and children. Basic needs include meals, toiletries, clothing, linens, diapers, laundry facilities, and access to a food shelf. - Intervention: Offers a Batterers Intervention Program to those interested and/or court-ordered to participate in a psycho-educational group led by trained professional facilitators. Participants learn to identify abusive behaviors and are taught to react to situations non-abusively and communicate with their partner. - Support Groups: Provides support groups to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault through empowerment, conversations, and activities. Meetings are held in-person and virtual and times will vary by county office.

Offers a variety of advocacy programs including: - Counseling for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse - Community education and professional training - Support groups: Topics include violence education and self-sufficiency - Volunteer program: Roles may include community education, fundraising, office operations, and client services

Provides the following services: - Health care referrals - Advance Directives - Living wills - Nursing Home placement - Mental Health referrals - Patient advocacy - Discharge planning coordinator - Public education

- 24-hour crisis intervention - Crisis advocacy includes emergency support, crisis intervention counseling, and offers information to victims/survivors, their friends, and their families - Medical and legal information and support includes assistance in applying for Harassment Claims, Orders for Protection, Victim's Reparations, providing legal options and referrals, and support getting medical treatment. - On-going support and direct advocacy for victims/survivors of sexual violence within local communities

Southern Valley Alliance partners with law enforcement, attorneys, and other agencies to advocate for and empower survivors to navigate the civil and/or criminal justice system. Services include: - Accompaniment civil court hearings and assistance throughout the court process - Court Advocacy Program: Assist survivors of domestic violence with obtaining immediate and long-term legal protections, as well as companionship during the petition and court hearing processes. Advocates provide survivors with a network of support and help survivors navigate the civil and criminal court processes surrounding domestic violence. - Emergency 911 cell phones - Explanations regarding the court process and judgments - Help with filing for protection orders such as an Order for Protection or Harassment Restraining Order - Referrals to attorneys, victim assistance providers, and crisis intervention programs - Safety planning

Designed for families in trouble and where there is a risk of out-of-home placement for at least one child Intensive Works with families to provide: - Family therapy - Individual and marital therapy - Parent education and training - Community resource mobilization, referral, and development - Supportive counseling - Client and family advocacy - Crisis intervention - Comprehensive assessments and recommendation

Focuses on some of the unique barriers many members of the community face when confronted with issues of domestic or sexual violence. Services provide: - Assistance and support to those seeking immigration remedies - Civil, criminal, and immigration court advocacy - Safety planning assistance - Support groups for victims - Translation and interpretative services that assist in accessing supportive services and resources - Transportation to appointments

Domestic Violence Prevention and Intervention: An intervention and healing program for Native women, girls, and Two Spirit people who have experienced intimate partner violence, including domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and/or commercial sexual exploitation. Offers counseling and community-based education activities to clients that encourage healing, build resilience, reduce risk of repeat traumas, etc. Healing Journey: A structured peer support group for adult American Indian women ages 18 and over who are challenged by chronic mental health, substance use, and trauma histories. ?Safe Harbor Initiative: A supportive program for youth ages 24 and under who have experienced sexual exploitation or are at risk of sexual exploitation. ?Sexual Assault Advocacy: Provides crisis intervention, individual and group counseling, forensic examination support, and court advocacy for American Indian survivors of sexual violence. Street Outreach: A collaborative street outreach program designed to facilitate a path towards a healthier life for people who are ready to make a positive change. Wawokiye: Provides outreach and services for youth and adults who are experiencing sex trafficking, unsheltered relatives, and those who need services realted to opioid addictions.

Provides information, resources, and referrals for services to older adults and their caregivers. Assistance may include application assistance with financial programs, homecare and support group resources, healthcare directive completion, food programs, issues related to caring for someone living with dementia and more. Advocates can assist by telephone, home visit, or a family meeting.

Assists individuals and families who are affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and general crime situations. Services include: - A 24-hour crisis hotline where trained advocates will listen, support, and provide individuals with information - Support groups for children dealing with abuse, divorce, foster care, anger management, other high-risk situations, and assistance with Orders for Protection - Personal advocacy and counseling referrals are available to help with emotional trauma

Provides help to individuals in crisis, providing community education and working to change public perception and response to domestic violence. Advocates provide: - Assistance with Orders for Protection (Temporary Restraining Orders - TRO) - Emergency housing, if safety is an issue - Emergency transportation (only in cases where law enforcement is involved) - Individual advocacy - Information and referral to needed services - Internship and volunteer opportunities - Legal system assistance - Public education - Support at court proceedings - Support Groups - Support in working with law enforcement - Youth advocates

Provides free and confidential services to those affected by domestic violence, sexual violence, human trafficking/exploitation, and high-risk youth in Lincoln, Lyon, Redwood, and Yellow Medicine counties. Confidential services: - Accompaniment to court - Assistance with petitioning for an Order for Protection or Harassment Restraining Order - Community education - Crisis line - Emergency transportation, and/or assistance - Information, referrals, and resources - Temporary emergency safe housing - Systems coordination - Support group - Youth Programs: Provides youth the ability to teach and learn from their peers about confidence, communication, safety, and life skills. Emergency assistance includes, but is not limited to, the following expenses: - Crime Scene cleanup - Grant funds are used to meet crime victims' emergency needs when available - Purchase and installation of necessary home security devices - Reimbursement of towing and storage fees incurred due to impoundment of a recovered stolen vehicle - Replacement of necessary property that was lost, damaged or stolen as a result of a crime - Transportation to locations related to the victim's needs as a victim, such as medical and criminal justice facilities - Victim reimbursement for reasonable travel and living expenses incurred due to a change in venue Victims of crime have also received funding through the program for items such as repairing a broken door, installing new locks, and replacing clothing or bedding taken as evidence. Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program - FHPAP may be available through pre-screening.

Provides support to help individuals reach their employment goals. support can help discover interests and talents, assists in job searching, assists in developing skills needed to work, how to keep jobs, assists with career advancement, provides assistance in obtaining driver's licenses, and how to advocate for oneself.

??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