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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

• 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

Program aims to reduce risk factors and increases protective factors for children and youth by:

• Connecting children with positive adults (Kin caregivers)

• Educating and providing resources to relatives to navigate the complex system

• Increase formal and informal placement with relatives and paternal family

• Provide culturally specific training, such as 24/7 Dad's AM/PM curriculum, etc.

• Provide equitable case management services

Services including:

• Education: Helps educate and empower families to better navigate the complexities of the system. Provides resources that focus on navigating the court system and becoming a better parent, with an emphasis on fathers/father figures.

• Family Mentorship: Program replaces traditional case management by recognizing the oppression built into "managing family affairs". Mentors work with alongside families to educate, provide resources (i.e. swag bags, resource guides), and nurture familial bonds for improving the well-being of children and families. This service is currently offered in Saint Louis County.

• National Relative Search: Offers a relative search service to GKC families actively working with. This allows the family mentor to identify possible relatives across state lines to determine possible placement options and nurture familial connections.

• Support Groups: Provides a peer-to-peer support, for fathers and male care givers in south Saint Louis County

Various support groups. Call for current list and times. Groups include:

• Brain tumor support group

• Caregivers support group

• Lung cancer group

• New Parent Connection

• Parkinson's Disease support group

• Pregnancy and infant loss support

• Reach to Recovery for women recovering from breast surgery

• Stroke support group

• Way to Wellness for depression and anxiety

The Child Support Division assists with:

• Locating parents.
• Establishing parentage.
• Establishing and enforcing court orders for child support, medical support, and child care support.
• Reviewing and modifying court orders for support.
• Adjusting court orders based on the cost-of-living index.
• Works with other states to enforce support when one parent does not live in Minnesota.
• Collecting and processing payments. Minnesota Child Support Online: www.childsupport.dhs.state.mn.us/ Minnesota Child Support Online is an interactive web site developed by the State of Minnesota to provide child support participants with information about their case(s).

NOTE: Either parent of a child may get certain child support services. Parents who do not receive public assistance can apply for services at their county child support office for a one-time $25 service fee. Parents who receive public assistance for a child whose other parent does not live with them are automatically referred for services and are not charged a service fee.

Cash-grant program for families with low incomes experiencing household emergencies. Families can receive assistance once every 12 months. The assistance received must resolve the crisis. Families must use their own money first. The amount of assistance provided might not cover the entire emergency, but it can help.

Provides general information on child care assistance programs to help families pay for child care. Will help determine eligibility for child care assistance including the Minnesota At-Home Infant Care Program - AHIC which provides financial help to families with a child under one year of age to cover some of the costs of a parent staying home to care for the child.

Support and assistance to foster care families by providing:

• 24-hour on-call crisis management

• Access to Village Ranch's "Continuum of Care"

• Assigned program coordinator/case manager providing weekly contact and support to the families

• Assistance in providing training and accessing community resources to meet the needs of the child and licensing requirements

• Assistance and support in addressing educational needs

• Development of placement plans, identifying goals, and monitoring progress toward goals

• Minimum of twice per month visits to the foster care homes and visits with the children in placement

Village Ranch will work collaboratively with the placing agency, families, the court system, and other individuals involved to support the child and the goals of the placement.

Family service caseworkers utilize intervention and prevention resources, tools, information, and referrals to address the complex needs of the whole family. The resources provided will be culturally appropriate and will work to address immediate needs.

• Support and information for parenting skills

• Parents and children can attend activities together

• Parent discussions

• Certified teachers

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. Early Childhood offers community preschool, family education, childhood screening, special education, school readiness, and young parent services. 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 ages 3 1/2 - 4

• Single parent program

• Special events for the entire family

• Workshops on specific topics

The Child Support Division assists with: - Locating parents.

• Establishing parentage.

• Establishing and enforcing court orders for child support, medical support, and child care support.

• Reviewing and modifying court orders for support.

• Adjusting court orders based on the cost-of-living index.

• Works with other states to enforce support when one parent does not live in Minnesota.

• Collecting and processing payments. Minnesota Child Support Online: www.childsupport.dhs.state.mn.us/ Minnesota Child Support Online is an interactive web site developed by the State of Minnesota to provide child support participants with information about their case(s). NOTE: Either parent of a child may get certain child support services. Parents who do not receive public assistance can apply for services at their county child support office for a one-time $25 service fee. Parents who receive public assistance for a child whose other parent does not live with them are automatically referred for services and are not charged a service fee.

MAC is a food commodity program for children 5 and 6 years of age, 12 months postpartum women, non-breast feeding and not utilizing WIC Food provided includes: - Canned fruit

• Vegetables

• Juices

• Milk

• Meat

• Dry beans

• Peanut Butter

• Cereal

• Rice or pasta

• Cheese Program is funded through the U.S. Department of Agriculture

• Must be income eligible

Helps families find child care, supports the professional growth of childcare providers, and informs local communities on the importance of quality early education for every child. Business and Community Services:

• Caregiver support services

• Identification of community needs

• Information and workshops on childcare issues

Services to Child Care Providers:

• Grants

• Provide training

• Resource materials

• Technical assistance in becoming a licensed caregiver

Services to Parents:

• Helps families find childcare

• Information about licensing regulations

• Information about special child care including sick child care, crisis nurseries, and social service agencies

Medical Services:

• Adult and pediatric preventative and acute care services
• Adolescent and teen clinics
• Diabetes education groups in multiple languages
• Family planning
• Obstetrical women's clinics and midwifery
• Lead screening
• Medical case management services
• Routine adult and child immunizations, and travel immunizations
• Provides flu shots
• Sexually transmitted disease testing and treatment
• Testing for sickle cell anemia and other hemoglobinopathies
• Screening for breast and cervical cancers

Dental Services:

• Cleanings, x-rays, and exams
• Crowns and bridges
• Deep cleaning and instruction in oral hygiene
• Fillings
• Root canals
• Sealants, flouride treatments, and education
• Tooth extractions

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

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

Offers various education sessions and support groups on a variety of health-related topics such as:

• Diabetes education and support groups

• Grief support groups for general bereavement; specialty group available for pregnancy and infant loss

• Reach to Recovery: the American Cancer Society offers support for women and men who have had a mastectomy or lumpectomy

• Support group for expectant fathers; Dad's First and Expectant Fathers

• Weight loss surgery information and support

• Women's-Only Cardiac Support Group

Offers a pro-choice peer-based talkline providing support for individuals navigating all decisions, feelings, and experiences related to pregnancy, reproductive health, parenting, and adoption. It is a space where all options, decisions, experiences, and feelings are welcomed and respected at any point in a person's journey. NOTE: Volunteer Talkline Advocates are not licensed healthcare providers or mental health specialists.

Early Childhood Family Education (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. ECFE works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports healthy child development. 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

• Program involving 13 counties in Northwestern Minnesota

• Free to pregnant women and to children aged 1 - 5

• Prenatal care; promotes; not provided directly

• Well-child exams; promotes

• Immunizations

• Education for communities on importance of preventive health measures

• Newsletters

• Telephone contacts

• Public speaking by public health nurses

Provides community health programs such as:

• Child and Teen Checkup Outreach: Helps families find a doctor, dentist, psychologist, and transportation

• Disease and Prevention Control: Monitor and investigate potential disease processes through adult/child immunizations, communicable disease prevention programs, emergency preparedness plans, surveillance of the county's environment, and tuberculosis screening

• Environmental Health: Help protect the residents from environmental health hazards through programs to reduce exposure to health risks, such as food and waterborne diseases, radiation, occupational health hazards, and public health nuisances. Provides radon, lead, and well water education.

• Follow-Along Program: Provides parents with information about their child's development during infancy and early childhood through mailing questionnaires

• Health Promotion: Provides presentations and/or materials on health topics for small and large groups. Topics may include chemical and tobacco use prevention, family health, mental health, nutrition, and physical activity

• Public Health Preparedness for Emergencies: Funded by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention in partnership with local, state, and territorial public health departments to provide assistance to public health departments across the nation. Helps health departments strengthen abilities to effectively respond to a range of public health threats, including infectious diseases, natural disasters, and biological, chemical, nuclear, and radiological events.

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

Assists fathers in overcoming the barriers that prevent them from supporting their children economically and emotionally. Weekly parenting groups offer parenting skills and fathers receive support from other peer fathers in similar circumstances. Additionally, the Father Project offers 1:1 advocacy and case management, and access to services including:

• Child support

• Education and GED

• Employment

• Family activities

• Legal service

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth - 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. Preschool programs are available for half and full day students. ECFE works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child and their overall success in school. Services may include:? ?- Dad and child programs

• Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5

• Home visits

• Information on community resources

• Parent discussion groups

• Parent-child activities

• 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