- Brainfuse HelpNow: Online homework help that puts students in touch with tutors who can handle any kind of question including math, history, English, etc. A virtual white board lets students write out math problems or draw diagrams with the computer mouse as tutors make real-time corrections or help. Also allows for instant messaging between student and tutor. - In-person homework help available at some branches. Visit website to see homework help hours. - Visit website for branch locations and hours

Works with schools to bring professional artists into classrooms to enhance student skills and self-esteem through hands-on experiences in the arts. Program options: Residencies: artists work with teachers and students to guide them through the creative process and connects with themes and learning areas already familiar to students Performances: for under 300 audience members. Artists share their culture through music, dance, and presentation; many programs also provide relevant study guides Workshops: for under 30 participants. Enable students to work closely with a professional artist to discover their own artistic potential and to connect art to other learning areas

Literacy program providing children with a free new book every month in the mail until the age of five.

Community Education consists of the following areas: - - Adult Basic Education/GED - - Adult recreation and enrichment - - Bright Beginnings Preschool 3 - 4-year-olds and Wee Irish Preschool 3 - 5-year-olds - - Early childhood screening - - Kindergarten Connection preschool 4 - 5 year olds - - Senior citizen courses - - School-age child care: Cardinal Kids Club and Kidville - - Youth recreation and enrichment - - Youth service/youth development

Works with families and preschool children in partnership with preschool programs to provide one-on-one literacy support so children will be ready for school and first grade. Offers a literacy first approach to help each child acquire foundational English skills to succeed in school.

- Afternoon, weekend and summer sports, recreation, mentoring, academic and leadership programs for neighborhood youth. - Girls Group including activities and field trips. Check with center for schedules.

Provides specialized care and treatment programs for children and adolescents with eating disorders. A team of medical professionals collaborates closely with clients and their families to create a personalized treatment plan based on the client's needs. - Family based therapy (FBT): Involves the family in the treatment process, empowering parents to support their child's recovery; includes implementation of family meals, participation in family therapy, and engagement in various supportive activities. - Family learning day: Offers families educational sessions about eating disorders and supporting their loved ones. Families will work alongside other families to build relationships and community support. Meals and snacks are included in the sessions by specialized staff. - Family learning series: Offers 2 hour weekly group sessions for adults and siblings 12 years and older, led by licensed therapists offering educational resources including managing anxiety, developing routines, improving communications, strengthening relationships, and more for families and their children. Dinner is included along with support and guidance from specialized staff.

One-to-one live homework help from online tutors: - Foreign language center - Help with in-depth questions - Live skills building - Practice test center - Writing lab

- After school and summer program offering enrichment and academic activities to Native American youth from K - 6th grade - Activities include cultural awareness, life-skills instruction, literacy, tutoring, field trips - Held at American Indian Magnet School

Offers mental health services in clinics, schools, and community settings. Provides services for children experiencing: - Aggression or hurting others - Changes in mood or behavior - Difficulty focusing or paying attention - Emotional or behavioral issues - Self-harm - Traumatic events - Uncontrolled outbursts

Provides mental health services for children such as: - Develop a comprehensive care plan, create a supportive team, and case management - Mental health assessment and intake - Referral to community resources, respite care, and other supports NOTE: Crisis services are provided by Canvas Health

Provides free home visiting program that promotescreative ways to learn through play, increases parenting skills, and helpschildren prepare for school. Participating families receive free educationalbooks and toys. Trained early learning specialists work with families in theirhomes two times a week for two years.

This program allows parents to go to work while their sick child can stay home with a qualified and experienced Sick Childcare Aide (SCA). Parent must need childcare for at least a four-hour minimum. Childcare aides can assist at immediate notice and have met the following professional qualifications: - First aid- and CPR-trained - Experience in a childcare center or home setting - Registered Nurse on staff for any medical questions - Passed an extensive hiring procedure of interviewing, testing, orientating, reference checking, and criminal background checking

Provides a safe, natural setting with modern facilities where individuals can develop an awareness and appreciation of themselves, each other, and the environment through hands-on learning sessions, cooperative exercises, recreational activities, and small-group living situations. Campers are involved in activities and programs from early morning until sunset - Call for resident camp dates - Facility rental available - Outdoor education program - Summer camp programs

Provides comprehensive child and family services to low-income children and their families: Head Start and Early Head Start (Region 5) services include: - Health and child development education - Immunizations - Medical and dental examinations - Nutrition services and educational services to children with disabilities - Parenting skills education and parental involvement - Vision, hearing, speech, and developmental screenings Migrant and seasonal Head Start (Region 12)services include: - Health and child development education - Medical and dental examinations - Nutrition services and educational services to children with disabilities - Parenting skills education and parental involvement - Transportation services Mental Health and Disability Services

Individuals are asked a series of questions about their strengths and resources, what brings them in for services, what goals or outcomes are sought, any history of emotional, psychological, behavioral, or medical problems that might be important, relevant family and social history, and so forth. From all of this information, the therapist will develop a comprehensive, Diagnostic Assessment report and Treatment Plan, including diagnosis, mutually agreed upon goals and recommendations for appropriate services. Once the individual returns to discuss the Treatment Plan with the therapist, agreed upon services will be started through Northland Counseling Center or referrals will be made to other agencies, as appropriate. Some clients will require more extensive diagnostic services involving formal testing/evaluation. Our Licensed Psychologists are available to administer an array of testing and evaluation instruments designed to provide important information to the client, loved ones, and referral sources (including your primary therapist). ?

- Psychotherapy with the child and/or their family members - Skills training with the child and/or their family members - Behavioral aide services - Crisis prevention planning

Safe Harbor Programming for youth ages 17-24 who have been victims of sexual exploitation. Crime Victim Services: Advocacy and support and services for youth ages 9-24 who have been victims of a crime. Youth-At-Work: Assistance to low income youth ages 14-24 who are needing support and assistance finding jobs, completing applications developing a resume, interviewing skills, etc.

Provides diagnostic evaluations and medication management for a wide variety of mental health issues for children between the ages of 4 and 17 years old with occasional exceptions to assess younger children in consultation with their pediatricians. Mental health issues include problems such as: - Anxiety Disorders including separation anxiety, social anxiety, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic attacks, and post-traumatic disorder related to child maltreatment and other traumas - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - including attention problems without hyperactivity - Behavioral Problems that are not responsive to counseling services alone - Behavioral/mood/other symptoms in children with Autism/Aspergers - Childhood hallucinations, paranoia, and other psychotic symptom - Mood Disorders including both depressive and manic (bipolar) disorders - Mood/anxiety/other symptoms in children with Substance Abuse problems - Self-injurious behaviors & suicidal thoughts - Tourette's/Tic Disorders

Provides an age-appropriate book every month to every enrolled child ages birth to 5 years old in Steele County.

- Car seat information and checks: Certified technicians available to provide education and assistance of proper car seat installation for all families regardless of income - Car seat distribution class: Income eligible families attend a 60 minute class to receive instruction on proper use and installation as well as a new child safety seat - Milestones provides car seat distribution class for those with MA BluePlus (320)251-5081

Foster care for children and youth who are emotionally, behaviorally, or physically challenged.

- Case management services for children and youth ages birth - 18 years who have a severe emotional disturbance by determining if a mental health problem exists, determining treatment or services, arranging for services, and making follow-up contact to ensure treatment is provided - Support groups for parents of SED youth include support, education and resources

Provides outpatient therapy for children and adolescents to help them develop problem-solving skills and cope with stress and a variety of emotional and behavioral issues. Services include: - Continuum of care including day treatment programs, psychological testing, and individualized treatment - Dealing with issues such as homework, test anxiety, bullying, peer pressure, and life transitions - Discuss feelings about family issues - Full screenings and assessments

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