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Public health nurses, family health mentors and nutritionists make home visits. Frequency of visits and length of time per visit agreed upon by family and nurse, depending upon needs of family.Services offered:- Health information on pregnancy- Nutritional counseling and guidance- Child's growth and development and child rearing questions- Parenting education- Prevention of child maltreatment- Works with school teams to assist families with special needs children- After Home Care: Suggestions for appropriate exercise program, mother's health needs, parenting education, newborn care, nutritional needs (breast or bottle feeding), infant growth and development, and supportive community resources?- Maternal and Child Health Program: Pregnancy care; special care for high risk pregnant women; nutritional assessment and education; prenatal health needs including nutrition, weight gain, balance of rest and exercise, substance use, preparation for labor and delivery, and adjustment to new family?- Services for Children: Public health nursing home visits for children with chronic illness, handicaps and developmental delays; nutrition assessment and education; physical and developmental screening; and more

Provides comprehensive health care services for primary care and internal medicine, including:- Diagnosing and treating illnesses, infections, and injuries (Ear infection, minor burns, sinus infections, skin conditions, sprains and strains, and strep throat)- Family planning/birth control*- Growth and development monitoring- Health education on nutrition and exercise- Male- and female-specific health concerns- Managing chronic conditions- Pediatrics- Physical examinations- Preventative and wellness visits, such as well-child checkups and routine screenings- Screening tests- Vaccinations* Elective reproductive procedures are not performed at the Catholic-sponsored hospital

Provides comprehensive health care services for primary care and internal medicine, including:- Diagnosing and treating illnesses, infections, and injuries (Ear infection, minor burns, sinus infections, skin conditions, sprains and strains, and strep throat)- Family planning/birth control*- Growth and development monitoring- Health education on nutrition and exercise- Male- and female-specific health concerns- Managing chronic conditions- Physical examinations- Preventative and wellness visits, such as well-child checkups and routine screenings- Screening tests- Vaccinations* Elective reproductive procedures are not performed at the Catholic-sponsored hospitals

Home Health Care Medicare certified home health agency available to provide: - Skilled Nursing services - Home health aide personal care services - Physical therapy in the home - Occupational Therapy - Speech Therapy - Senior companions - Respite care - Care at home during recovery from an acute illness or injury - Care at home for chronically ill/disabled adults and children - Care at home for terminally ill - Help adjusting to an illness or disability - Information about a new diet, medication or disease - Personal care & support services to help stay in the home as long as possible - Information about other community resources - Access to medical supplies & equipment - Long Term Care Consultation - Prior to nursing home placement, an assessment is done by a Public Health Nurse and Social Worker - Relocation services back into community setting

Strong Fast Fit provides wellness through play, movement, meals, and relationships with peers and trusted adults for youth ages 7-17 years. The afterschool programming occurs within a group setting with youth from similar backgrounds to develop healthy habits and practices. Families are involved weekly in nutrition education and fitness activities.

Non-profit clinic caring for underserved, low-income individuals and families, offering preventative, acute, and chronic medical care, including limited diagnostic services and medications to patients free of charge. Services include:- Acute: Upper respiratory infections, abdominal complaints, skin conditions, etc.?- Chronic: Care for hypertension, depression, and diabetes (including insulin, testing supplies, dilated eye exams, and diabetic education)?- Diagnostics: Radiology including x-ray, ultrasound, bone density, ECG, referrals for mammography, and colonoscopy?- Hispanic Family Therapy: A bilingual, bicultural psychotherapist provides short-term therapy for Spanish-speaking individuals and families with mental health concerns?- Lab: Full laboratory services?- Medication Assistance: Provides up to a 3 month supply of medications at no cost to the patient. Provides assistance applying to pharmaceutical company Patient Assistance Programs that can typically require an application and additional paperwork.?- Mental health care: Single-session therapy appointments, and referrals to local mental health professionals who can provide continuous care?- Preventative: Sports physicals, women's health, lab screening?- Resource coordination with local and state programs?- Specialty Clinics: Orthopedics, Nutrition/Diabetic Education, Optical, and Women's Health?- Telemedicine and telehealth therapy

Audiology and Speech: Diagnose and treat conditions affecting hearing, speech, or balance. Audiology (612)467-1100, Speech-Language Pathology (612)629-7797, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday - FridayDental Service: Room 2U-122, (612)467-2039, 7 am - 4 pm Monday - Friday; General Dentistry, Endodontics, Prosthodontics, Oral Surgery, Dental Hygiene, Periodontics, Sleep Dentistry; Northwest Metro Community Clinic, 7545 Veteran's Drive, Ramsey, MN 55303 provides general dentistry and dental hygiene to eligible veterans among other VA health services. Gastroenterology and Hepatology Service: Gastroenterology and Hepatology Clinics 3V, (612)725-2000, 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday Hematology-Oncology (Cancer Care) Service: Hematology-Oncology Clinics 3V and 3F, (612)725-2000, 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday HIV and PrEP Clinic/Minneapolis Retroviral Treatment Center (MRTC): MRTC Clinic, 3D, 3rd Floor, (612)725-2000, 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday LGBT Care: (612)725-2000Lodging: Provides several choices in overnight accommodations for patients or families or military service members being treated at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center, including Building 10 for patients who live outside the Twin City metro area and need a place to stay for one night or more, the Fisher House Program is a home away from home for patient's families and significant others who have Veterans and active duty soldiers receiving care at the VA Medical Center. Lodging Office, (612)467-5602, 7 am - 4:15 pm Monday - FridayMADE (Minneapolis Adaptive Design & Engineering Program): Develops and disseminates adaptive technologies and interventions to help Veterans with physical disabilities maximize their function and participation in activities. (612)725-2000, 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday MOVE! Weight Management Program: Minneapolis VA and Outpatient Clinics, (612)629-7388 or (866)414-5058 Ext. 7388, 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday Nutrition & Food Services: (612)467-2004, 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - FridayOptometry and Ophthalmology: Medical Center 2E, offers routine eye exams, vision testing, treatment, prescription eyeglasses, and other assistive devices. Optometry/Ophthalmology (612)467-3451, Optical Shop (612)467-7432 or (612)467-5972. Pharmacy: Room 1R-101, (612)467-2090, 8:15 am -10 pm Monday - Friday; 9 am - 5:30 pm weekends/holidaysPrimary Care: Family and internal medicine, including immunizations and vaccinations. (612)467-1100, 7:30 am - 5 pm Monday - FridayRadiology (Diagnostic & Imaging)/X-Ray: 1R-128 and Basement, (612)725-2000, by appointmentSleep Medicine: Diagnose and treat sleep problems such as sleeping and breathing difficulties while sleeping (612)467-4406; 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday Spinal Cord Injury and Disorders Center (SCI/D): (612)629-7005, 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday; ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis); spinal cord injuries Surgery: (612)725-2000, 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday; Tele-ICU, 24 hours/7 days a weekTelehealth offering video visits, remote care, and care by telephoneTobacco Cessation: (612)467-4212, 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday

Increases access to medical services by traveling from site to site to bring services where it is convenient for individuals facing homelessness. Services include:- Chemical health assessment and referrals- Chiropractic services- Medical services include primary care, transportation assistance, and community resource assistance and referral- Nutrition services include assessment and referral, education, consultation, advocacy- Mental health diagnosis and treatment services- Optical including vision screening and eyeglasses- Pharmaceutical services- Physical therapy- Public health nursing services include outreach and assessment, maternal/child health and family planning, and TB case managementDonations of unopened medicine, inhalers, and supplies are gratefully accepted. Must be delivered to the project.

Provides a range of primary care options including family medicine, geriatrics, medical home, pediatrics, sexual health, and virtual visits.Services include: - Diagnosing and treating illnesses, infections, and injuries- Family planning/birth control- Growth and development monitoring- Health education on nutrition and exercise- Male and female specific health concerns- Managing chronic conditions- Preventative care visits- Preventive care, such as well-child checkups and routine screenings- Screening tests- Vaccinations

Provides home visits to support positive lifestyles and improved pregnancy outcomes through the coordination of holistic health services. New Lives offers information in topic areas such as:?- Breastfeeding?- Car seat safety?- Health and nutrition?- Home safety?- Infant growth and development?- Labor?- Parenting?- Safe sleep?- Toilet trainingActive participants are eligible for program incentives, pack-n-plays, car seats, breast pumps, home safety supplies, strollers and more. Families are welcome to join the New Lives luncheon held the 4th Wednesday of each month in Nett Lake and 4th Thursday of each month in Vermilion.

Offers life skills classes such as:- Employment Strategies: Classes will provide participants an opportunity to assess their values and career preferences, create and build a resume, prepare for interviews, and network with potential employers- Life and Empowerment Coaching: Participants will work one-on-one with a certified Life Coach for a period of up to nine months assessing their life and setting goals to improve in areas they identify- Mental Health Support Groups: Groups are regularly scheduled by covering various topics and offer a safe place to be heard and create community. All are welcome to attend.- Nutrition Basics: Classes offered each month on various nutrition topics to help participants prepare healthier meal options- Personal Finances and Budgeting: Based on Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University, the class covers budget topics to help participants have a strong starting point to begin using a budget and handle their finances better

Provides a range of medical services including:- Allergy- Audiology- Cardiology- Diabetic education- Ear, nose, and throat- Endocrinology- E-visits- Gastroenterology digestive health- Hearing aids- Internal medicine- Laboratory- Mammograms- Mental health care to treat anxiety and depression- Neurology- Nutrition- Obstetrics and gynecology- Occupational medicine and therapy- Oncology and hematology- Orthopedics- Pain medicine- Physical and rehabilitation therapy- Primary care and family medicine- Radiology/diagnostic imaging- Sleep medicine- Speech and language pathology- Sports medicine- Ultrasounds

Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program:Exercise, nutrition and health education, fall prevention, and medication management program for older adults in multiple locations around the region. Leaders are certified Arthritis Foundation instructors.Living Well with Chronic Conditions:A 6-session class to help people cope with chronic conditions; lead by 2 trained leaders. Various locations and trainers available through out the region.Matter of Balance:A class to learn about falls prevention that meets 8 times and is lead by 2 trainers, one whom is a volunteer.PEARLS:A community-based treatment program for older adults with depression. A PEARLS coach will meet with the person for eight, one hour sessions that are customized to support them and their needs. Learn how to problem solve and change their behavior to support their well-being.Powerful Tools for Caregivers:A 6 week class for caregivers to enable them to provide care for a loved one longer and with more confidence and control. Class is lead by 2 trainers and is available in various locations throughout the year.Tai Ji Quan:Moving for Better Balance helps older adults improve their balance and reduce the likelihood of falling. Research has shown that participants are half as likely to fall and are less fearful of falling. Participants typically have improved physical health that leads to better functioning in daily activities, improved balance, muscle strength, flexibility and mobility, and better mental health.Classes beginning in some areas in 2015.

Provides general medical care:- Diabetic education- E-visits- Family medicine- General x-ray and laboratory- Nutrition assessment- Obstetrics/gynecology

Provides information on: - Heart Disease - Diabetes - Nutrition - Lyme Disease - Cancer - AIDS/HIV and STD's - Family Planning - Smoking/Tobacco - Other health related topics

Provides infusion therapy including:- IV Antibiotics- Pain Management- Hydration Therapy- Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition- Specialty IV Meds - For individuals at home or in nursing home

A culturally appropriate senior center providing services including:- Bilingual citizenship classes and ESL instruction- Congregate dining- Exercise, health, and nutrition education including Tai-Chi- In-home visits to assess determination of needs- Individual advocacy to access needed services and ensure fair treatment from community-based and government resources, assistance with making or canceling appointments with doctors, filling out forms, paying bills, and bridging cultural gaps- Information and referral- Intrepretation and translation support for limited English speakers going through the naturalization process- Social Media Classes- Transportation to medical appointments, human services appointments, shopping, errands, recreational/social appointments

Health Education and Promotion Programs attempt to maintain and improve the health of our county's residents through many types of programs such as: Group Programs about health concerns such as: - Nutrition - Healthy lifestyles - Hypertension - Smoking - AIDS, etc - Health Related Programs for schools and youth organizations - Assistance and direction with the formation of needed support groups - Diabetes Education is provided by one of our staff nurses who is a certified diabetes educator - Blood Pressure and Cholesterol Screening, education and referral for on-site groups and work places - AIDS information and support, call the AIDS Hotline at (800)248- AIDS - For local education and/or promotion, call County Health at (218)283-7070 - Up to date health information and audiovisual materials are available free of charge to individuals, community groups, schools - Public Awareness of Health Resources throughout the county through publicity, programs and health information - What's Up? Family, Health and Community radio broadcast provides important information concerning our community Health. Listen to KGHS Radio Wednesday afternoons & Saturday mornings - Labor and Delivery class training is provided through the Rainy Lake Medical Center Hospital Campus - The Maternal and Child Health Special Project seeks to reduce infant mortality and disability and to improve the health of the mothers and babies. Home visits are made to pregnant women and mothers and infants by a skilled maternal and child health nurse. Education and support services to reduce maternal risk-taking behaviors and improve parenting skills are provided through individual counseling, group education, prepared childbirth classes, special classes for students on healthy lifestyles, and the distribution of printed materials and newsletters - Family Planning Services are available at Koochiching Family Planning Clinic

Provides specialty medical services including: - Adult Day Care- Cardiac Rehab- Dermatology- Diabetes education- Geriatric Assessment- Hepatology- Home health- Hospice- Infectious disease- Infusions/Injections- Mammography- Nephrology- Nutrition education- Occupational Therapy- Oncology/Hematology- Physical Therapy- Pulmonology- Radiology- Sleep studies- Speech Therapy- Swing Bed Care