Parent & Child Health - Prenatal - Counseling and education offered to pregnant adolescents and other high risk pregnant women Postpartum/New Born visits Counseling and teaching are offered in the areas of: - Safety - Nutrition - Growth - Development - Health maintenance - Normal behavior problems Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) - Visits are provided to families experiencing this syndrome to offer education and support - Child Health Screening - Child & Teen Checkups - Program is based on the preventive health philosophy of discovering & treating health problems before they become disabling - Children from 6 months to 12 years can be screened Service provide: - Height - Weight - Hearing - Vision - Development - Physical assessment - Nutrition counseling - Immunizations - Lab work for hemoglobin and lead - Urinalysis - Water Testing For Fluoride - Well water testing are required before physicians can prescribe fluoride to children - Results are mailed to families, physicians and dentists of choice - School Health - Child health screening - Education programs - Immunizations - Counseling - Consultation

Provides educational classes to pregnant women, mothers, parents, or individuals making an adoption plan to engage in positive mentor relationships, life coaching, setting goals, and activities, with the opportunity to earn items. Items Earned by Participation: - Adult care items - Breastfeeding supplies - Infant care items such as clothing, diapers, diaper wipes, etc. - Maternity clothes voucher and baby clothing voucher - Pack N'Play and/or car seat Educational Classes Offered: - Breastfeeding education and support - Car seat safety education - Childbirth education - Doula services - Infant CPR - Infant care - Life groups - Life skills - Parenting - Safe sleep

A state and federally funded program for expectant mothers and children ages birth - 5 years old. The program offers comprehensive services to enrolled children and families, giving priority to limited-income families and children with special needs. Head Start programs offer a nurturing environment that supports the healthy growth and development of each child in the context of family, culture, and community.

Minnesota's version of TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families). Statewide MFIP helps families work their way out of poverty by providing temporary cash and food benefits to eligible families. Statewide MFIP has a 60-month limit, there are some limited exceptions and extensions to the time limit. Participants are required to follow certain work rules. Failure to meet work rules will result in their MFIP grants being sanctioned or reduced. In addition: - Child support will be pursued in those situations where one or both parents are absent - Children who are being cared for by certain relatives may receive assistance class - Individuals expecting a baby may receive assistance for themselves during their pregnancy NOTE: MFIP recipients may be eligible for Emergency Assistance, Child Care Assistance, Medical Assistance, and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

The Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) in Minnesota's version of TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families). MFIP helps families with children meet their basic needs, while helping parents to move to financial stability through work. The program provides a monthly cash payment to help supplement a family's income as they move from public assistance to employment. Participants must meet program requirements, or their benefits will be reduced. Lifetime benefits are limited to 60 months. When families first apply for cash assistance, they will start in the Diversionary Work Program (DWP). It is a four-month program that helps parents go to work right away rather than enroll in MFIP.

Services include: - Individual and group counseling - Transportation services to and from Outpatient Treatment, Continuing Care and Medical Appointments (218) 335-7250 - Child care costs with licensed provider - Referrals to medical and mental health appointments for women and their children - Referrals to prenatal and postpartum check-ups - Biweekly case management follow-up sessions - Referrals for immuniazations for women and their children - Continuing care on Wednesdays 11 am - 2 pm - Talking Circle - Traditional Education - Positive Parenting Education - Living Skills - Special issues education: HIV, FAS, FAE - Women's health issues - Client's Children Program

Public health nurses, nutritionists and other professionals are available to make home visits. Frequency of visits and length of time per visit are agreed upon by family and nurse, depending upon needs of the family. Services: - After Home Care: Suggestions for exercise program, mother's health needs, parenting education, newborn care, nutritional needs, and infant growth and development - Breast feeding assistance - Child's growth and development, and child rearing questions - Guidelines for parents to provide safe care and a healthy environment for their child - Health information on pregnancy and pregnancy care - Healthy Families America parenting program for first time parents who wish to improve their parenting skills - Identification of problems and early intervention activities in conjunction with families and schools to assist families with special needs children ages birth - 6 - Nutritional assessment, counseling and education - Physical development screening - Prenatal health needs including nutrition, weight gain, balance of rest and exercise, and substance use - Preparation of labor and delivery - Prevention of child maltreatment - Special care for high risk pregnant women - Supportive community resources

Minnesota's short-term (4 month), work-focused program that provides services and supports to eligible families to help them actively look for jobs. The goal is to stabilize incomes so families do not need to apply for broader benefits from the Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP). Participants work with a job counselor to develop an employment plan before benefits can be issued. - Focuses on employment services to help participants find jobs quickly - Helps families pay for rent, utilities, or other housing costs. Housing costs are paid directly to the vendor. - Provides child care assistance and other supportive services needed to find work - Families will be assessed for eligibility of food support and cash benefits

Project CHILD is for pregnant people ages 16 and older or who have been reported to Child Protection for controlled substance use anytime during their pregnancy. The program can also support those already in active recovery to reduce the risk of relapse during pregnancy. Services offered: - Help with basic needs including transportation - Substance use assessments, treatment services, case management, and counseling for up to six months after delivery - Peer recovery support specialist services - people with a lived experience in substance use and recovery - Prenatal care referrals, health assessments, and individualized care planning with a nurse - Prenatal and postnatal support groups. Parent(s) learn about parenting and baby development while building community with other parents. Also, offer support for all caregivers. - Project CHILD collaborates with many county and community-based resources for services. NOTE: Pregnant women under the age of 16 should be reported to the Child Protection Screening Intake line.

Minnesota's version of TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families). Statewide MFIP helps families work their way out of poverty by providing temporary cash and food benefits to eligible families. Statewide MFIP has a 60-month limit, there are some limited exceptions and extension to the time limit. Participants are required to follow certain work rules. Failure to meet work rules will result in their MFIP grants being sanctioned or reduced. In addition: - Child support will be pursued in those situations where one or both parents are absent - A women expecting a baby may receive assistance for herself during her pregnancy - Children who are being cared for by certain relatives may receive assistance NOTE: MFIP recipients may be eligible for Emergency Assistance, Child Care Assistance, Medical Assistance, and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

WIC is a nutritional supplemental program for women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, and children ages birth to 5 years old. The program provides a health assessment, nutrition educational services, and vouchers for healthy foods. This is a supplemental program and there are some financial eligibility requirements.

- Special supplement food program provides specified nutritious foods and nutrition education to pregnant and breastfeeding women and infants and children up to age 5. Clinics are held monthly in 4 areas of the county: - Pine River - Pillager - Remer - Walker

The program provides a pathway for single parents and pregnant women to complete their education and achieve family financial stability and self-sufficiency. It offers comprehensive wraparound social and financial support to overcome barriers to graduation.

- Referrals for anyone dealing with end of life issues - Referrals for women and men with issues relating to pregnancy

Services to individuals and families are provided to promote healthy pregnancies, infants, children and families Home visits to pregnant women offer support and information regarding pregnancy, labor and delivery Information includes but is not limited to: - Physical activity and exercise - Nutrition - Problems associated with smoking, drinking and drugs - Use of medications during pregnancy - Preparation for labor and delivery - Free Prenatal education classes to expectant parents Classes include: - Five two hour classes held on 5 consecutive Wednesdays, from 7 pm to 9 pm at Riverwood Health Care Center - Teaching of breathing and relaxation techniques - Call for dates of next classes Free home visits to all families with newborns Visits include: - Free welcome basket including safety and hygiene supplies - Physical assessment of infant and mother - Information on infant feedings, behavior and development, safety, sleep habits, immunizations, parenting skills, child care, etc - Answers to questions regarding infant and self care - Information on the emotional and social adjustments related to parenting - Family planning information Call to make an appointment for a FREE home visit

- The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC Program) is a supplemental food and nutrition program for low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, and infants and young children who are at nutritional risk - The purpose of the WIC Program is to prevent health problems and to improve the health of program participants during critical times of growth and development - The WIC Program provides nutrition education, access to health services, referrals to health and other social services and vouchers for supplemental foods - The food vouchers list the types and quantities of WIC foods that are consistent with the participant's nutritional needs - The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC Program) is a supplemental food and nutrition program for low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, and infants and young children who are at nutritional risk

Provides ongoing support to pregnant Latinas for healthy pregnancies, support for healthy deliveries, and a healthy postpartum period. Supports the physical and emotional needs of the mother, baby, and family. Activities include: - Assistance with health insurance registration - Centering pregnancy group prenatal care - Individual case management - Physical health care and education

Minnesota's version of TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), called MFIP (Minnesota Family Investment Program) helps families work their way out of poverty by providing temporary cash and food benefits to eligible families. Statewide MFIP has a 60 month time limit, and there are some limited exceptions and extensions to the time limit. Participants are required to follow certain work rules. Failure to meet work rules will result in an MFIP grant being sanctioned, reduced or eliminated. In addition: - Child support will be pursued in those situations where one or both parents are absent - A woman expecting a baby may receive assistance for herself during her pregnancy - Children who are being cared for by certain relatives may receive assistance NOTE: MFIP recipients may be eligible for Emergency Assistance, Child Care Assistance, Medical Assistance and/or Food Support (SNAP).

All Birthright services are free, confidential and provide: - 24 hours/7 days a week helpline and live chat through the website - Free resources for maternity and baby items and pregnancy tests - Information about pregnancy, childbirth, adoption, prenatal care, community programs, parenting skills, and child care - Referrals for medical support, financial resources, housing, legal, social assistance, and professional counseling

Minnesota's version of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). Helps families work their way out of poverty by providing temporary cash and food benefits to eligible families. While MFIP has a 60-month time limit, there are some limited exceptions and extensions. Participants are required to follow certain work rules. Failure to meet these requirements will result in MFIP grants being sanctioned or reduced. In addition: - A woman expecting a baby may receive assistance for herself during her pregnancy - Child support will be pursued in those situations where one or both parents are absent - Children who are being cared for by certain relatives may receive assistance NOTE: MFIP recipients may be eligible for Child Care Assistance, Emergency Assistance, Medical Assistance, and/or Food Support.

Minnesota's version of TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families). Statewide MFIP helps families work their way out of poverty by providing temporary cash and food benefits to eligible families. Statewide MFIP has a 60-month limit, there are some limited exceptions and extensions to the time limit. Participants are required to follow certain work rules. Failure to meet work rules will result in their MFIP grants being sanctioned or reduced. In addition: - Child support will be pursued in those situations where one or both parents are absent - A woman expecting a baby may receive assistance for herself during her pregnancy - Children who are being cared for by certain relatives may receive assistance NOTE: MFIP recipients may be eligible for Emergency Assistance, Child Care Assistance, Medical Assistance, and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

Short-term, work-focused program that provides recipients with support in moving to unsubsidized employment and increased economic stability. Families must work with employment services provider in order to remain eligible. Program is limited to a maximum of four consecutive months in a 12 month period. Food support, child care assistance and crisis/fund emergency assistance may be available.

The Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) is Minnesota's version of TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families). MFIP helps families work their way out of poverty by providing temporary cash and food benefits to eligible families. There is a 60-month time limit with some limited exceptions. Participants are required to follow certain work rules and failure to meet work rules will result in their MFIP grant being sanctioned or reduced. In addition, child support will be pursued in those situations where one or both parents are absent. A woman expecting a baby may receive assistance for herself during her pregnancy. Children who are being cared for by certain relatives may receive assistance. MFIP recipients may also be eligible for Emergency Assistance, Child Care Assistance, Medical Assistance and/or Food Support.

A family and life resource center providing free support to individuals and families in need of: - Adoption referral and information - Budgeting help - Free pregnancy tests - Incentive Program: Parents-to-be or parents of small children can participate in classes and learn parenting skills that earns them coupons to buy supplies such as strollers and diapers - Medical referrals - Parenting Program/Dad's Program: Provide parenting skills to help parents with parenting issues, basic budget planning, decision making, healthy relationship issues, and more - Pregnancy and relationship counseling

Minnesota's version of TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families). Statewide MFIP helps families work their way out of poverty by providing temporary cash and food benefits to eligible families. Statewide MFIP has a 60-month limit, there are some limited exceptions and extensions to the time limit. Participants are required to follow certain work rules. Failure to meet work rules will result in their MFIP grants being sanctioned or reduced. In addtion: - Child support will be pursued in those situations where one or both parents are absent - A expecting a baby may receive assistance for herself during her pregnancy - Children who are being cared for by certain relatives may receive assistance NOTE: MFIP recipients may be eligible for Emergency Assistance, Child Care Assistance, Medical Assistance, and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).