- Breastfeeding Support: Infant Feeding Support Line, lactation consultants and Mom's Morning Out support group - Obstetricians - Pregnancy and Birthing Classes: Breastfeeding, childbirth preparation, childbirth refresher, grandparents class, infant and child safety, sibling class

Support groups and education: - Alanon: Support group for families and friends of alcoholics or chemical abusers - Monday 7 pm - Alcoholics Anonymous: Monday 7 pm; Tuesday 6 pm (women only); Thursday 7:30 pm - Debtors Anonymous: Twelve-step program of men and women who meet to help each other recover from compulsive debting - Saturday 10:30 am - Divorce Care: Meets Thursdays; register online or email [email protected] - Gamanon: Thursday 7 pm - Gamblers Anonymous: Thursday 7 pm - Six Weeks Dealing with Grief - Job Transition: Support group for those currently unemployed or looking for a job. Meets each Monday 7:15 am. Contact JTSG 952-656-1075 or email [email protected]

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families' homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers. Works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child. Services may include: - Book and toy lending library - Dad and child programs - Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5 - Home visits - Information on community resources - Parent-child activities - Parent discussion groups? - Play and learn activities for children - Programs for non-English language learners? - School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4 - Single parent program - Special events for the entire family - Workshops on specific topics

Medical clinic services: - Bike Share Program - Birthing Services - Cardiology - Chronic Pain Program - Clinics - Sleepy Eye and Morgan - Counseling Services - Diabetes and Nutrition Services - Emergency Services - Health Care Home - Hospice - Imaging Services - Laboratory Services - Lung Cancer Screening (CT) - Mammography - MRI - Nuclear Medicine - Nutrition Counseling - Occupational Therapy - Orthopedics - Outpatient Therapy - Physical Therapy - Podiatry - Rehabilitative Services - Respiratory Therapy - Sleep Studies - Speech Therapy - Support Groups - Surgical Services - Swing Bed Services - Transitional Care Services - Ultrasound - UrologyX-ray

Offers free services such as: - Life coaches who can help make positive life changes - Medical services to confirm and evaluate early pregnancy. These services include free pregnancy testing and free limited obstetrical ultrasound services. - Parenting support during pregnancy such as an Earn While You Learn program. This program offers customized one-on-one classes with a mentor. Families or individuals choose the classes that fill gaps in their knowledge of pregnancy and/or parenting. With each class taken, families or individuals earn Baby Bucks to get all-new baby supplies and equipment from the agency's Boutique. - Pregnancy options consultation including abortion, parenting, or making an adoption plan. - Post-abortion healing alongside a caring mentor - Referrals to resources - Sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing services

Provides community outreach, education, mentoring, and support for pregnant teens and mothers with small children in the Native American community - Live It!: Teen pregnancy prevention and sexuality education curriculum for youth ages 11-18 - Nandagenim program: Support for mothers and children diagnosed with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) - Ninde My Heart: Doula services - Women of Traditional Birthing: Group meets every Wednesday from 12 noon - 2 pm (includes childcare, cultural activities, meal, and transportation assistance)

Provides resources and support to African American pregnant women and mothers with small children. Services include: - Access to health care services ?- Baby supplies for program participants ?- Doula services ?- New parent/family support ?- Pregnancy related health screenings/well baby care ?- Support groups for pregnant or new moms, new parents, and pregnancy issues

Partners with communities to offer facilitated support groups for parents and children throughout the state. At group sessions, parents support each other and develop leadership skills that transfer to their families and communities. Participants meet in a supportive environment to share their concerns and frustrations, and to identify and commit to their own personal parenting goals. Participants are guided by volunteer facilitators that are trained by FamilyWise staff.

The North Homes Cottage offers a comprehensive 35 Day Evaluation to provide referral sources, children, and their families' appropriate recommendations to meet the client's needs. The Assessment Unit is staffed with trained youth counselors and Mental Health Practitioners who interact daily with clients and provide behavioral observations. The client will remain in the Assessment Unit for 35 days and participate in educational programming through independent School District 318, recreational, leisure, cultural, and spiritual activities, therapeutic groups, art therapy, medication education, eligibility for becoming a positive peer, visitation with family, etc. - 24-hour behavior observation and documentation by trained staff, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Workers. A comprehensive assessment, which identifies child and family issues, and historical information is conducted. The assessment team then recommends ongoing services that will best meet the present and future needs of the child and their family. The North Homes Cottage Assessment Program consists of components including: - Behavioral Assessments - Psychiatric Evaluation - Culture Assessment - Recreational Assessment - Academic Assessment - Family Assessment - Family History - Health Screening/Physical Examination - Substance Use Assessments The evaluations will be completed in 35 days, after which an assessment staffing will be held with members of the Treatment Team to discuss findings and recommendations. Referral Contacts (218)327-3000 or (888)430-3055 - Connie Ross, Administrative Director

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families' homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers. Services may include: - Book and toy lending library - Dad and child programs - Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5 - Child development classes - Parenting skills classes - Home visits - Information on community resources - Parent discussion groups - Parent-child activities - Parenting materials - Play and learn activities for children - Programs for non-English language learners - School readiness program for children ages 3 1/2 - 4 - Single parent program - Special events for the entire family - Workshops on specific topics NOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events

NOTE: Not a direct service agency ?- Information provided to parents and professionals about children's mental health, accessing services, support groups - Several publications offered on children's mental health disorders, services, health insurance and more; some available in Spanish - Statewide child and adolescent mental health conference held annually - MACMH Training Services offering timely and relevant trainings to parents, educators, and other professionals - Parent Education and Support providing education, advocacy, support, and a teen mom program - Parent to Parent: Parents offering encouragement, support, and education to other parents (cultural and community based groups) - Public Education: Working in schools and communities to increase awareness of children's mental health - Early Childhood Division: Promoting relationship-based mental health principles throughout the systems and disciplines that touch the lives of infants, young children, and their families - Youth programming including Be A LdR

Provides a weekly support group for mothers during the school year. Community members provide lunch, and the children are cared for. The group is led by a social worker, and weekly activities vary (speakers, crafts, discussions, etc.).

Gay Issues: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Tuesdays; hybrid meeting - Men can express feelings about life's challenges and experiences - Explore what it means to be gay and male Divorce/Uncoupling/General Men's Issues: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Thursdays; online only - Men can express feelings about the process of life's challenges and experiences - Explore what it means to be a man in this culture - Separation and divorce; breaking up with a lover - Other topics: Child custody and legal hassles Men Facing Retirement Issues: 5:30 pm - 7 pm third Sundays - For men retired or planning retirement - Share feelings and concerns about changes in life's opportunities Wednesday Night Workshops: 7 pm - 9 pm Wednesday - Variety of topics Choosing Healthy Sexual Boundaries: 10 am - 12 noon Saturday; in-person only - Group focuses on a safe, non-confrontational and non-judgmental place to talk with other men about healthy sexual boundaries Choosing Healthy Sexual Boundaries - East: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Wednesday; in-person only - Group focuses on a safe, non-confrontational and non-judgmental place to talk with other men about healthy sexual boundaries - Located at Project Pathfinder Group Room "B", Griggs-Midway Building (NE Entrance), 3rd Floor Suite N385, 1821 University Avenue West, St. Paul, MN 55104 Sexual Trauma and Abuse Survivors: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Thursdays; online only - Open to men and women - Group offers adults a safe, supportive environment to address issues involving sexual abuse or sexual trauma during childhood, adolescence, or as an adult Addiction Busters: 7:30 - 9:30 pm Wednesday; hybrid meeting - Open to men and women - Group discusses alternative, cognitive approaches that may help battle addictions in new and different ways

Provides a national parenting helpline for parents in need of support and resources. Services also include: - Conducting research on effective community-based strategies to strengthen families - Maintains information about Parents Anonymous groups across the country - Parents Anonymous Program serves the entire family through free, weekly, ongoing, community-based Parents Anonymous Adult and Children's Support Groups - Provides training and technical assistance on parent and shared leadership to community-based organizations and government agencies at the county, state, and national levels - Publications and newsletters on the website

Offers a variety of support groups. - Abuse Tuesdays: Provides a safe place for those recovering from an abusive relationship. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Cancer Support Group: For individuals with cancer or their loved ones. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Codependency: Encourages the development of healthy boundaries for individuals who experience an emotional or psychological reliance on someone else, possibly due to an illness or addiction. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Divorce Care: For individuals who are divorced, separated, or in the process of divorce. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Freedom from Addictions and Abuse: Provides a safe place for individuals recovering from addictions related to gambling, drugs, alcohol, food, and more. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Freedom from Anxiety: Support for people struggling with anxiety. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - GriefShare: Offers support and encouragement for those who are grieving the death of a loved one. Provided at the Lakeville, Shakopee, and Northfield campuses. - Grief's Road to Emmaus: Provides care and support for those experiencing the loss of a child. Provided at all campuses. - Hispanic Spanish Life and Faith Group: Provides a supportive environment for people looking to make healthier choices in life and their faith journey. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Men's Purity group: Provides healthy steps toward freedom from pornography and sexual addictions. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - TreeHouse for Teens: Provides mentoring for youth ages 10 -18 to receive support, guidance, and practical skills in making better choices. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Victory Over the Struggles of Life: Provides a supportive and encouraging environment for people encountering depression, emotional stress, boundary issues, mental health, and more. Provided at the Lakeville campus.

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families' homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers. Works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child. Services may include: - Book and toy lending library - Dad and child programs - Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5 - Home visits - Information on community resources - Parent-child activities - Parent discussion groups - Play and learn activities for children - Programs for non-English language learners? - School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4 - Single parent program - Special events for the entire family - Workshops on specific topics

Provides a peer-based support group, facilitated by licensed professionals, for mothers whose legal parental rights were terminated (or transferred) by the court. The group discussion focuses on the phase of life following the termination of parental rights, specifically on the grief and loss needs of the mother. This is an opportunity for mothers to share their stories without judgment to discuss grief, loss, and what it means to walk through life as a mother who isn't parenting with others who understand. Groups are available in person at the Minneapolis location and online. Limited transportation assistance is available in the Twin Cities upon request for in-person group meetings.

Offers a variety of support groups. - Abuse Tuesdays: Provides a safe place for those recovering from an abusive relationship. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Cancer Support Group: For individuals with cancer or their loved ones. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Codependency: Encourages the development of healthy boundaries for individuals who experience an emotional or psychological reliance on someone else, possibly due to an illness or addiction. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Divorce Care: For individuals who are divorced, separated, or in the process of divorce. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Freedom from Addictions and Abuse: Provides a safe place for individuals recovering from addictions related to gambling, drugs, alcohol, food, and more. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Freedom from Anxiety: Support for people struggling with anxiety. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - GriefShare: Offers support and encouragement for those who are grieving the death of a loved one. Provided at the Lakeville, Shakopee, and Northfield campuses. - Grief's Road to Emmaus: Provides care and support for those experiencing the loss of a child. Provided at all campuses. - Hispanic Spanish Life and Faith Group: Provides a supportive environment for people looking to make healthier choices in life and their faith journey. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Men's Purity group: Provides healthy steps toward freedom from pornography and sexual addictions. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - TreeHouse for Teens: Provides mentoring for youth ages 10 -18 to receive support, guidance, and practical skills in making better choices. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Victory Over the Struggles of Life: Provides a supportive and encouraging environment for people encountering depression, emotional stress, boundary issues, mental health, and more. Provided at the Lakeville campus.

Offers a variety of support groups. - Abuse Tuesdays: Provides a safe place for those recovering from an abusive relationship. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Cancer Support Group: For individuals with cancer or their loved ones. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Codependency: Encourages the development of healthy boundaries for individuals who experience an emotional or psychological reliance on someone else, possibly due to an illness or addiction. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Divorce Care: For individuals who are divorced, separated, or in the process of divorce. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Freedom from Addictions and Abuse: Provides a safe place for individuals recovering from addictions related to gambling, drugs, alcohol, food, and more. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Freedom from Anxiety: Support for people struggling with anxiety. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - GriefShare: Offers support and encouragement for those who are grieving the death of a loved one. Provided at the Lakeville, Shakopee, and Northfield campuses. - Grief's Road to Emmaus: Provides care and support for those experiencing the loss of a child. Provided at all campuses. - Hispanic Spanish Life and Faith Group: Provides a supportive environment for people looking to make healthier choices in life and their faith journey. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Men's Purity group: Provides healthy steps toward freedom from pornography and sexual addictions. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - TreeHouse for Teens: Provides mentoring for youth ages 10 -18 to receive support, guidance, and practical skills in making better choices. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Victory Over the Struggles of Life: Provides a supportive and encouraging environment for people encountering depression, emotional stress, boundary issues, mental health, and more. Provided at the Lakeville campus.

Provides a 10 week postabortion group support and individual mentoring.

Provides dialogue and peer support. A light meal is provided.

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages birth - Kindergarten. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families' homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers

Provides outpatient services such as: - Extensive outpatient sexual behavior assessment - Parent/Caregiver Support Groups: Parents and caregivers have the opportunity to learn more about dynamics of sexual misconduct and treatment, as well as share their struggles in coming to terms with their adolescent's sexual behavior problems - Treatment group for adolescent males ages 11 - 18 experiencing problematic sexual behavior Group Therapy Treatment Program: - 12 - 16 weeks of sessions - Family and individualized therapy as recommended - Individualized treatment plan - Parents support group - Progress Review meetings upon request - Services may include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy skills training, educational curriculum, and experiential group therapy Individual Therapy Services: - Cognitive behavioral therapy - Dialectical behavior therapy - Play therapy - Pro-social skills training

- Support group for single women in their 20's and teens who are facing an unplanned pregnancy, and those who are parenting. Also provides resources and referrals. - Support group for women seeking hope and healing from a past abortion. - Free one-on-one job coaching and resume assistance.

Project COMPASS, Winona Area Public Schools Community Education Adult Disability Program offers slower paced classes for all, customized classes for people 14 and older with disabilities, and parent and professional development workshops and support groups. The mission of Project COMPASS is to assist all people to realize their potential by providing a wide range of learning experiences.