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Consultation and Outreach - Relate Counseling Center

- Staff available for consultation with parents, schools, or other community groups/leaders - Speakers bureau for presentations on topics such as self-esteem, grief and loss, addiction, abuse, anger, stress, parenting, eating disorders, and more

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Religious Discrimination and Civil Rights Consultation and Education - Catholic Defense League

Information regarding religious discrimination and civil rights

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Older Adult Outreach Program - Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota

Provides education and resources to older adults to help them: - Avoid and report scams - Increase financial literacy - Make wise purchasing decisions Provides a free 20 minute educational video called "Be Wise, Be Informed, Be Empowered". Also provides companion pamphlets for community groups. Available to provide a presentation with the video and handout pamphlets, and lead a group discussion.

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Public Information and Education - Al-Anon and Alateen Twin Cities and South Metro Area

- Distribution depot for sales of Al-Anon/Alateen literature - Group location and information - Public information and institutional work - Speakers for groups - Website listing of meeting information

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Outreach and Education - Women's Advocates

General presentations on domestic violence, including topics of: domestic violence, women's advocates, dating violence, engaging boys and men in violence prevention, healthy relationships, human trafficking, stalking, LGBTQ+ dating violence, sexual violence, digital dating violence, and more. Pop-Up Advocacy in the community. See the website for more information. Online support groups are offered, YouTube presentations are available, and training is available.

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Educational Services - Lakeland Mental Health Center

Clinicians are available to speak to community groups on specific mental health topics when requested

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Domestic Violence Community Advocacy Program - Southwest Crisis Center

Services are victim-centered, which means individuals will guide their own process, make their own decisions, and have staff provide information, support, and referrals. Services include: - Advocacy: Assistance in obtaining Emergency Protective Orders, Permanent Restraining Orders, Stalking/Harassment Orders, Temporary Restraining Orders, housing, community services, and medical appointments - Confidentiality - Community education and professional training - Crisis line - Emergency Services: Transportation to medical facilities, law enforcement, safe housing, etc. - Individual and group support - Prevention and/or Rapid Rehousing: Services provided by the Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program - FHPAP - Safety planning

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Training and Education - Someplace Safe - Regional Offices

Provides a variety of individual, group, and organizational training to help educate and raise awareness about various topics. Services include: - Community awareness opportunities to provide information at community events, public spaces, and resource fairs - Educational presentations to fit the needs of community partners regarding abuse, body safety, domestic violence, exploitation, healthy relationships, human trafficking, and sexual violence - Professional training topics on child abuse, domestic violence, roles of an advocate, sexual exploitation, trafficking, and victims' rights

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Crisis Response Unit - Dakota County Social Services

- After-hours for emergency food. Also, refers to the Housing Resource Line for shelter resources and housing information. - Crisis intervention for mental health crises by phone and face-to-face including psychiatric crisis intervention, outreach services, short-term crisis counseling, emergency psychiatric hospitalization, after-hours adult protection, child endangerment reporting, and after-hours child protection reporting - Diversion from out-of-home placement - Mental health crisis assessment is completed within 90 days or less to find out what option is available to the individual. One option might include case management, as choices may vary depending on the assessment. - Public speaking regarding mental health crisis - Parent-child conflict resolution

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Trainings and Workshops - Amherst H. Wilder Foundation

Offers responsive trainings and workshops to equip individuals, organizations, and communities with practical tools to advance well-being, equity, and positive social change. Trainings and workshops offered: - Community Equity Program: A 7-month leadership cohort running from the months of September - May. The program supports Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) to influence and enact public policy at Minnesota's capitol. The leadership program offers opportunities for individuals the skills and experience to become more actively engaged in and impact public policy for their communities. - The RISE Initiative: Led by Wilder African American Babies Coalition and Projects - Advocacy Leadership Intensive: A condensed version of the Community Equity Program that is designed for advocates, allies, and community members interested in Minnesota's legislative process. This is an intensive program for those who want to deepen their advocacy skills and gain connections. - Tailored Education Trainings and Consultations for Groups/Organizations: Offer customized webinars, workshops, and events tailored to groups and organizations to build confidence, understand key issues, and take meaningful action for change

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Speakers Bureau - Allina Health - Owatonna Hospital

Offers presenters and topics. Speakers are health care professionals. Lifestyle, health and medical topics include: - Back pain prevention - Drug interactions - Emergency care - Fitness - Heart disease prevention and treatment - Mental health concerns - Nutrition - Senior health - Sleep disorders - Stress management - Weight management - Women's health issues - Other topics available

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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Statewide Initiative - Proof Alliance

Prevention: Promotes FASD awareness messaging and participates in community events to reach people of childbearing age in order to prevent alcohol use during pregnancy. Outreach to communities is also available. Proof Alliance FASD Diagnostic Clinic: FASD evaluation clinic allows clients to obtain an accurate assessment to determine the best supports for a person with FASD Support: Provides information and referrals to reliable support options for families. Proof Alliance provides education, phone support, and referrals, online resources, family camps, and teen programs. Training: Provides FASD training to medical providers, educators, legal professionals, social workers, caregivers, etc.

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Community Education Services - Central Minnesota Sexual Assault Center

- Educational programs for the community, schools, organizations, professional groups, and more, offering a variety of resource information. - Offers professional training for educators, social workers, law enforcement officers, medical personnel, and others who want to increase their awareness, sensitivity, and effectiveness when working with victims/survivors of all types of sexual violence. - Available resources include brochures, informational packets, audio cassettes, books, and videos.

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Child Advocacy Center - First Witness Child Advocacy Center

Child-friendly forensic center investigates child abuse and coordinates needed services, including: - Advocacy: Provides initial and ongoing advocacy to families as they move through the process of a child abuse allegation; builds connections with families to better understand their circumstances and self-identified needs; helps families to interpret the information they receive, ensure their rights and their ability to make informed decisions and gain skills in advocating for themselves and their children; provides emotional support - Forensic interviewing: Provides a neutral, information-gathering child-centered interview - Multidisciplinary team facilitation: Includes professionals from law enforcement, social services, prosecution, public defense, medical and mental health, victim support services, the child advocacy center (forensic interviews and advocacy), Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), and cultural representatives collaborate from the initial report through lasting supportive services for the youth and families - Medical exams: Collaborates with St. Luke's Hospital and Essentia Health to provide forensic medical evaluations in reported cases of child abuse; provides an overall assessment of a child and/or adolescent's health and safety, recommends appropriate follow-up and treatment, documents additional statements and/or physical evidence in circumstances of sexual or physical abuse, and provides reassurance to a child and/or adolescent and their caregiver about their body and health - Mental health: Connects children and families with trauma-informed care and avoid barriers to accessing mental health services; arrangementswith the Human Development Center and Paradigm Therapy Services to providespecialized trauma-focused mental health services unique to the needs ofchildren and their non-offending caregivers - Prevention: Provides prevention education to families ofchildren being served; outreaches to schools, families, and the community; presentations and trainings to organizations and groups across the northland

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Police Services - Winsted Police Department

- City patrol - Crime investigation - Crime prevention - Crime victim support - Police records - Crime witness support - Speakers for bicycle safety education - Drug abuse education/prevention

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Information Services and Museum - Charles A Weyerhaeuser Memorial Museum

- Assistance with family research - Education - County history exhibits - Historic preservation - Information center about the county - Public presentations

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Community Education and Awareness - HOPE Coalition

Provides public speaking opportunities for schools, churches, and community organizations to educate and promote awareness of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and homelessness within the community.

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Education and Speakers Regarding Islam - Islamic Center of Minnesota

- Bookstore and library with books and videos for adults and children on Islam, Muslim life, Islamic teachings and practices, Muslim history, American and Muslim affairs, and Arabic instruction - Education, speakers, Islamic counseling, Islamic prayers, and other services as needed - Gymnasium is available for event rental - Performs Islamic marriage and funeral services - Saturday and Sunday school taught in English and Arabic on religious studies of Islam - School on premises

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Consultation and Outreach - Relate Counseling Center

- Staff available for consultation with parents, schools, or other community groups/leaders - Speakers bureau for presentations on topics such as self-esteem, grief and loss, addiction, abuse, anger, stress, parenting, eating disorders, and more

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Park and Recreation Activities - Eagan Parks and Recreation

- Preschool programs (creative, recreational, and socialization) for children ages 3 - 5 including basketball, ballet dancing instruction, jazz dancing instruction, track and field, tennis, hiking, musical instrument instruction, and day camps - Youth programs for children ages 6 - 12 including field trips, playgrounds with birthday parties, classes, fishing, and special events - Teen programs for teens ages 13 - 17 such as field trips and special events - Adult sports providing recreational league play for basketball, boot hockey, broomball, flag football, sand volleyball, soccer, softball, volleyball, and wiffleball - Senior activities and recreational opportunities including bingo, craft projects, quilting group, book clubs, monthly potlucks and speakers, and field trips - Family programs available to help parents and children explore and have fun as a family - Banquet and meeting facilities available at Eagan Community Center - Group fitness classes, running track, gymnasium, and weight training available at Eagan Community Center - Ice hockey and public skating available at Eagan Civic Arena - Retreat center available at Moonshine Park 1317 Jurdy Road - Cartooning, ceramics, drawing, jewelry making, painting, and sculpting classes at Eagan Art House - Fitness facility at Eagan Community Center - Accepts passport applications - Dog park at Thresher Fields Park 3200 Brochert Lane features open spaces and lake access. The area is fenced in and includes a separate area for smaller dogs. - Adapted therapeutic sports programs for children ages 6 - 13 with autism and physical disabilities - Cascade Bay Water Park - Safety camp for children with information about fire safety, fire prevention, personal safety, and how to play it safe in everyday situations. Other day camps also available. - Walking program

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Community Education and Professional Training Program - Alexandra House

Provides the following services: - Community Education: Offers presentations and facilitated dialogs to community groups and individuals on the basics of domestic and/or sexual violence, signs, intervention and awareness. Participating groups have included faith-based groups, civic and service clubs, and social justice-oriented organizations. - Community Events and Resource Fairs: Participates in numerous resource and wellness fairs throughout the metro area every year. Organizations can contact Alexandra House if they are organizing an event or fair and would like to have Alexandra House represented. - Professional Trainings and Collaborations: Offers a variety of trainings tailored for various professional groups to respond to and prevent domestic and sexual violence - Student and Youth Education: Provides a tailored learning experience for youth and students in grades 3rd and above about domestic or sexual abuse

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LGBTQ+ Education and Training - OutFront Minnesota

- Provides age and situation appropriate education and training covering an array of topics related to LGBTQ+ equity for community organizations, service providers, community groups, and community members. Can be provided in person or virtually. - Works with students, educators, youth service providers, advocates, pre-service teachers, educational leaders, community groups, and policymakers to support and create school environments that help humans to feel safe, respected, and valued.

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Financial Education Courses - Money Fit

Offers personal finance education, self-paced online course, and online tools, including: - Budget calculators - Credit basics - Community forum - Personal finance presentations - Saving money guides

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Suicide Prevention and Suicide Loss Support Educational Materials - SAVE- Suicide Awareness Voices of Education

Educational information on suicide prevention and depressive illnesses is offered by mail, email, public seminars, and public awareness campaigns - Speakers bureau - Volunteer opportunities NOTE: SAVE is not a crisis line and does not provide any counseling services.

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Sexual Assault Education, Therapy, and Crisis Services - Canvas Health

Provides therapy, crisis services, and education to victims of sexual assault and teens through a range of services: - Telephone crisis response - Short-term counseling - Responds to local hospital emergency rooms - Legal advocacy - Safe at Home application assistance for address confidentiality - Support group for individuals who have experienced sexual abuse designed to help people begin to recover from the effects of trauma and to help them find ways to grow, flourish and enjoy healthy relationships and happier lives. Individuals receive support from peers and advocates. Individuals learn about dynamics and the culture surrounding sexual violence, common reactions and feelings, as well as coping skills that may aid in the healing process. - Works with victims of sex trafficking and sexual exploitation - Workshops and Education: Offers community education speakers on a range of topics such as bullying, cyberbullying, sexting, healthy relationships, impact of domestic violence on child witnesses, media violence, sexual assault awareness and prevention, and teen dating violence

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