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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 - Special events for the entire family - Programs for non-English language learners - School readiness program for children ages 3 1/2 - 4 - Single parent program - Workshops on specific topics
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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. - Parent-child activities - Parent discussion groups - Play and learn activities for children - Home visits - Special events for the entire family - Book and toy lending library - Information on community resources - Programs for non-English language learners - Workshops on specific topics - School readiness program for children ages 3 1/2 - 4 - Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5 - Dad and child programs - Single parent program
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- Coordinates statewide planning process for member programs and system practitioners - Facilitates discussion to identify and address program needs and evaluate services to domestic violence victims and their families - Preventive education to initiate change in government agencies and community organizations - Promotes public policy through legislation, administrative agencies, and appellate courts to address domestic violence issues and promote systematic change; legislative monitoring on issues of interest to battered women and children - Promotes statewide awareness through social media, traditional media, and awareness campaigns, including Clothesline Project, Femicide Reports, Live Free Without Violence, and Real Love Is - Provides training and technical assistance to existing and emerging organizations serving battered women and their children; provides training and technical assistance to service providers and community organizations around domestic violence issues
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: - Parent-child activities - Parent discussion groups - Play and learn activities for children - Home visits - Child development classes - Special events for the entire family - Book and toy lending library - Information on community resources - Programs for non-English language learners - Workshops on specific topics - School readiness program for children ages 3 1/2 - 4 - Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5 - Dad and child programs - Single parent program - Family learning
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- Lawshe Memorial Museum houses a research center library of county and regional histories, books, documents, maps, genealogical collections, online databases, oral history tapes, and related items. County newspapers going back to 1857 are microfilmed and readers are available to examine them. On file are hundreds of photographs, articles, and clippings. Copying services offered in research center. - Museum display area has historical exhibits including a mural that is over 80 feet long which depicts scenes from around the county - Special events and educational programming offered on periodic basis - Gift shop has books, prints, and souvenirs for sale - LeDuc Historic Estate provides guided tours, history events, and programs - Sibley Historic Site provides guided tours, history events, and programs - Sites can be rented for events
- Billiards room - Computer lab/technology learning center - Crafts including ceramics and painting instruction - Federal Funded Meal Program - Lunches and Grocery Services for Low Income Seniors: For older adults over age 65. Members are permitted to eat their meal onsite, in designated social spaces. - Games (including cards) - Library with books in large print - Meeting space available for reservation for events/conferences - Music - Movies - Pickleball - Ping pong - Social groups including knitting and quilting - Special events and trips - Support Groups: Cancer, diabetes, grief, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's caregivers, recovery and self care - Virtual Outreach: Partnership between 125 LIVE and Elder Network to reach out via Zoom and phone calls to seniors in need of socialization
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Reference, genealogy research collection, audiovisual, book loan, online databases, genealogical collections and map libraries, newspaper department and division of archives and manuscripts. All open to the public; libraries, newspapers, photos, maps, archives, and manuscripts.
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 - Special events for the entire family - Programs for non-English language learners - School readiness program for children ages 3-5 - Single parent program - Workshops on specific topics
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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 - Special events for the entire family - Programs for non-English language learners - School readiness program for children ages 3 1/2 - 4 - Single parent program - Workshops on specific topics
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- Dakota Woods Dog Park Lake Byllesby Regional Park - Lake Byllesby Regional Park Trailhead: Dogsledding, hiking and skijoring trails; beach; boat launch; campground; playground; horseshoe pits; picnic shelter; fishing; swimming Lebanon Hills Regional Park - Camp Sacajawea Retreat Center meeting space - Equestrian Trailhead: Equestrian trails and picnic tables - Holland Lake Trailhead: Hiking/snowshoeing and cross-country ski trails, fishing pier, picnic area/shelter, canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, ski skating - Jensen Lake Trailhead: Hiking/snowshoeing and ski touring trails, canoe route access, playground and picnic shelter/area, fishing, ice fishing - Lebanon Hills campground - Lebanon Hills Visitor Center: Park information and maps, reference library, equipment rental, Discovery Room meeting space rental, day camps, yoga - Schulze Lake Beach: Picnic area, access to hiking trails, canoe, kayak and stand-up paddleboard rental, swimming - Visitor Center Trailhead: Hiking, ski and snowshoe trails, nature interpretive trail, beach, equipment rental, canoe route access, fishing pier, picnic area, sledding hill, kayaking, paddleboarding, swimming - West Trailhead: Hiking and mountain bike trails, picnic shelter, ski skating, snowshoeing Miesville Ravine Park Reserve - Miesville Ravine Park Reserve Trailhead: Hiking and snowshoeing trails, picnic shelters Spring Lake Park Reserve - Community gardening plots - Lower Spring Lake Park Reserve Trailhead (Archery Trail): Access to archery trail, horseshoe pits, picnic shelter, snowshoeing, and Camp Spring Lake Retreat Center meeting space - Schaar's Bluff Trailhead: Hiking, ski touring and ski skating trails, picnic shelters/area, playground, sand volleyball court, gardening, Schaar's Bluff Gathering Center meeting space, and day camps Thompson County Park - Thompson County Park Trailhead: Hiking and snowshoe trails, playground, fishing pier, picnic shelter, horseshoe pits, and Dakota Lodge meeting space Whitetail Woods Regional Park - Whitetail Woods Trailhead: Hiking, ski touring and snowshoe trails, Fawn Crossing Nature Play area, amphitheater, picnic area, sledding hills, camper cabins
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- 24-Hour Online Peer Support: Online peer support group providing a platform for families to connect and share experiences.
- Clearinghouse to Match Families with Sources of Help: Serves as a clearinghouse, connecting families with various resources, including educational materials, support services, and advocacy opportunities.
- Computerized Searches of Protocols, Treatment Options, and Literature: Offers access to information on treatment protocols and options through its extensive digital library and resources
- Conferences at Regional and National Levels: Events and initiatives to raise awareness and support for childhood cancer.
- Extensive Digital Library of Books, Articles, and Other Information: Maintains a comprehensive digital library that provides information for families and educators.
- Fundraising Platform with Custom Webpages: Offers a fundraising platform where families can create custom webpages to honor their child
- Hero Bead Program: Allows children and teens to visually document their treatment journey through collectible beads, combining art and medicine in a meaningful way.
- Medical Play Kits and Other Resources: Provides free medical play kits to help children understand their treatment, along with other resources like journals and stuffed animals available for a fee.
- Resources for Additional Help and Community Support: Connects families with additional resources and community support, including information on survivorship programs and educational materials.
Promotes the understanding and acceptance of people with Tourette Syndrome through the following resources: - Annual meetings and family gatherings - Presentations to schools, clinics, and other gatherings - Printed educational materials, i.e. information packet for those who are newly diagnosed, quarterly newsletter, informational videos, physician referral list, and lending library - Support groups for individuals with Tourette and for parents of children with Tourette offered at various sites
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: - Parent-child activities - Parent discussion groups - Play and learn activities for children - Home visits - Special events for the entire family - Book and toy lending library - Information on community resources - Programs for non-English language learners - Workshops on specific topics, share ideas, concerns, and get support - School readiness program for children ages 3 1/2 - 4 - Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5 - Dad and child programs - Single parent program
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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. - Parent-child activities - Parent discussion groups - Play and learn activities for children - Home visits - Special events for the entire family - Information on community resources - Programs for non-English language learners - Workshops on specific topics - School readiness program for preschool children ages 3 1/2 - 4 - Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5 - Dad and child programs - Single parent program
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Provides access to assistive technology for individuals with disabilities, their families, and the professionals who work with them. Offers solutions to help individuals meet their education, employment, and daily living goals.
Services may include: - Assistive Technology Lending Library: The Lending Library offers Minnesota families and professionals the opportunity to explore and borrow assistive technology devices and software.
- Technology Consultations and Trainings: Offers a variety of software and assistive technology devices. In-person and virtual options are available for individuals and groups.
- Trainings and workshops: Provides training and workshops to educate parents and professionals on various technology-related topics.
STEM Opportunities: Includes E.X.I.T.E. Camp, a free summer camp for Minnesota middle school girls and gender-inclusive youth with disabilities, and Tech for Teens Club, a series of workshops with fun activities like 3D printing, robotics, and coding.
- Lawshe Memorial Museum houses a research center library of county and regional histories, books, documents, maps, genealogical collections, online databases, oral history tapes, and related items. County newspapers going back to 1857 are microfilmed and readers are available to examine them. On file are hundreds of photographs, articles, and clippings. Copying services offered in research center. - Museum display area has historical exhibits including a mural that is over 80 feet long which depicts scenes from around the county - Special events and educational programming offered on periodic basis - Gift shop has books, prints, and souvenirs for sale - LeDuc Historic Estate provides guided tours, history events, and programs - Sibley Historic Site provides guided tours, history events, and programs - Sites can be rented for events
The Minnesota Trade Office provides training and expertise to small and mid-sized companies interested in exporting goods and services worldwide. Services include:
- Export Counseling: Trade consultants are available to help businesses with most export-related problems
- Export Financing Programs: Provides grants, loans, loan guarantees, working capital, credit, or insurance to help companies become exporters, help new exporters make their first foreign sale, or help current exporters expand into new markets
- Information and websites about market research and trade resources
- Online international business services directory that is searchable for accountants, freight forwarders, translators, or other service providers with international businesses
- Quarter and annual export statistics about the state's top export markets and industries
- Resources and information about importing and foreign trade zones
- 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 ages 3 1/2 - 4
- Single parent program
- Special events for the entire family
- Workshops on specific topics
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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: - Parent-child activities - Parent discussion groups - Play and learn activities for children - Home visits - Special events for the entire family - Book and toy lending library - Information on community resources - Programs for non-English language learners - School readiness program for children ages 3 1/2 - 4 - Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5 - Dad and child programs
- Single parent program
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- Division of community outreach provides presentations to companies, civic and nonprofit groups, professional and faith-based organizations, community events, schools, and parent groups - Bullying and cyberbullying prevention and education - Resource library of videotapes and printed materials concerning the issue of online safety, personal safety, non-family abductions, and sexual exploitation - Participates at Community Notification meetings in partnership with law enforcement and other organizations
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 take place at school as well as with families in their natural setting, typically home or child care. 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 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
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Resource center assists with the following services:
- Advocacy: Includes areas of housing, civil and human rights, employment, transportation, and others. The Center advocates for state, local, and federal legislation.
- Aging in Place Program: Offers accessible modification assistance, ramp installation, and accessibility assessments for homes and businesses for safe access and increased independence.
- Assistive Technology Network: Assists individuals in the process of obtaining assistive technology devices.
- Homemaking Services: Assists individuals in managing household activities including housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and shopping.
- Independent living skills training
- Information and Referral: Provides up-to-date disability information and referrals to various agencies and individuals within the region.
- On-Demand Lending Library: Program will purchase the requested device and the individual can use it for as long as needed; the program retains ownership of the item. Eligibility requirements: first come, first served basis; funds are limited.
- Peer Mentoring: Assists individuals living with a disability to identify goals and create a unique plan to achieve those goals. Matches interested consumers with a peer mentor who provides support, problem-solving solutions, social skills, etc.
- Public Education: Provides information, resources, and materials on accessibility guides, ADA, disability laws, etc.
- Respite Care Services: Provides short-term in-home care and support when the primary caregiver or family members need to be absent from the home.
- Systems Advocacy: Works to implement changes where needed at a broader systemic level.
- Transition/Relocation Services: Assists individuals living with a disability in transitioning from nursing facilities and other institutions into community settings, with the goal of preventing institutionalization.
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A historical museum with 24 buildings replicating a late 1800's village, complete with a town square, boardwalk, and a centrally located bandstand/gazebo. Services provided:
- Collection and cataloging of historic artifacts
- Genealogy information
- Guided tours throughout the museum, which include the village, log cabins, millinery shop, blacksmith shop, and more
- Interpretive library
- Telephone book collections
- Venue available for booking for private events, weddings, and business meetings
Information and referral on life's issues and legal needs Library for members:
- Topics of Men's issues: Relationships, health, psychological, and sexuality
- Book loan and reference/information
Family Law Clinics targeted to the needs of men and women regarding:
- Divorce or dealing with other family law issues
- Clinic held 7 pm - 9 pm 1st Wednesday of each month
Issue presentations are offered each Wednesday on:
- Parenting
- Anger
- Health and addiction
- Job satisfaction
- Sexuality: relationships, sexual orientation and masculinity
- Spirituality
Men Talk newsletter and on-line Resource Directory on Website 12 session anger management class: "Men Helping Men With Anger"
- For men who desire to improve their relationships at home and at work
- All anger management classes hybrid, meaning the participants may attend in person or online. In person is recommended
- Alumni groups for men who have completed the class
12 Session Moving Toward Empowerment class - For men who have successfully completed the Men Helping Men With Anger class and want to deepen their learning. All classes are hybrid, meaning participants may attend in person or online.
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Advocacy Services:
- The center advocates in areas of civil and human rights, employment/disability benefits, housing, transportation, and on the state, local, and federal levels
Equipment Loaner Closet:
- Loans a range of home medical equipment, including wheelchairs, walkers, power chairs, canes, transfer benches, raised toilet seats, and more. Equipment is available on a first-come, first-served basis and will hold equipment for 24 hours.
- Swap Shop: A self-directed equipment listing available for persons shopping/looking for used equipment.
Information and Referral:
- Up-to-date disability information and referrals to various agencies and individuals within the region
- Other Services: Includes disability benefits application assistance, housing assistance, emergency disaster preparedness plan, and more
Nursing Facility Transition:
- Assist individuals living with a disability to identify in transition from nursing facilities and other institutions into community settings to prevent institutionalization
Peer Support:
- Assists individuals living with a disability to identify goals and work to create a unique plan to achieve those goals
- Match interested consumers with a peer mentor who provides support, problem-solving, social skills, and more
Personal Assistance:
- Offer skills instruction curriculum for individuals living with a disability, the fundamentals of managing their personal attendant care, including how to hire, manage, and more
Recreational Groups:
- Holds various events for individuals with a disability or a health condition to meet and socialize with others through dances, parties, picnics, and outings
Staying and Aging in Place/Accessibility Assistance:
- Offers accessible modification assistance and accessibility assessments for homes and businesses for safe access and increased independence in people's homes and businesses
Support Groups:
- Various support groups are available to individuals who want to learn more about their particular disability, want peer support, or first-hand information on how to manage their disability. Some support groups are directly coordinated by Options, and others are independent.
Youth Transition Services:
- Assist youth ages 14 - 22 years who are transitioning from high school into the next phase of their life with learning the skills necessary and acquiring the resources needed to be successful