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Provides the following information and services:- Child care licensing- General information on licensing for child care- Child care provider information

Housing Choice Voucher Program: low to moderate income households select their own privately owned rental units and pay approximately 30% of their monthly income towards the rent and utility costs, the HRA pays the remainder of the balance

Provides a wearable emergency alert system that connects individuals to a 24/7 monitoring center for help during emergencies; some systems may require a landline.

The Energy Assistance Program helps pay heat and electricity costs. Payments for energy bills are sent directly to the household's energy company or fuel provider for propane, fuel oil, or wood. Financial assistance varies depending on household income and fuel costs.The Energy Assistance Program provides additional grants for eligible households who need help with:- Getting reconnected to heat and power after disconnections- Paying for emergency fuel deliveries for propane, heating oil, or biofuel- Preventing disconnection- $200 minimum and $1400 maximum assistanceOther services may include home energy crisis intervention, outreach, energy advocacy, and information about utility consumer rights. Energy Related Repair funds are also available to help correct no heat or malfunctioning heating systems for owner-occupied homes. Individuals must be eligible for Energy Assistance.Conservation Improvement Program: In partnership with other local utilities, the program provides electric conservation services and materials to families in Dakota and Scott counties. The goal of the program is to reduce energy consumption, thereby reducing energy bills. During a home audit, customers accompany an energy auditor who reviews appliances being used in the home as well as recent energy bills. Clients are educated on energy conservation practices, proper appliance maintenance, and using water flow restrictors. Energy auditors may also help with installation and central air-conditioning tune-up. For those who receive EAP, Energy Crisis Assistance is also available for emergency situations, such as disconnection or shut-off notice, past due balances, or delivery of fuel for tanks less than 20% capacity.

Habitat homes are built or renovated using as much volunteer labor and donated materials as possible. The recipient(s) must be involved in the construction of the homes. Houses are sold to recipient families or individuals at no profit, and no-interest mortgages are issued over a fixed period. Small monthly mortgage payments, including taxes and insurance, are repaid over an average of 30 years and deposited into a revolving "Fund For Humanity" which supports the construction of more houses.

Provides cash assistance to help adults receiving Supplemental Security Income - pay for their basic needs. Adults who are blind, have a disability, or are age 65 and older but don't qualify for SSI because of their income may still be eligible for MSA if they meet income requirements.The basic monthly MSA grant is calculated using either the maximum SSI amount (Federal Benefit Rate) for the adult or their countable income (if they do not receive SSI), and the MSA standard set by state law.Special Needs GrantMSA also may provide special payments for adults who need:- Certain home repairs- Certain household furniture and appliances- Guardian or conservator service fees- Help paying for housing costs through MSA Housing Assistance- Medically prescribed special diets- Representative payee servicesAdults who receive MSA are also eligible for help with medical, food, and housing costs though Medical Assistance - MA, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - SNAP, and MSA Housing Assistance programs.

Goal is to address concerns early to prevent them from growing larger in the future. Counseling services are intended to help youth who are struggling with challenges in their lives. Parents and caregivers are also involved in counseling sessions and receive support and encouragement along the way.

Provides law enforcement and community services. Maintains police records and handles incoming calls and window traffic, provides clerical support to the Investigation Unit, maintains the evidence room, and provides police data to the public per Minnesota Data Practices.

Provides volunteer opportunities for older adults age 55 or older

Assistance for immigrant women who need help understanding and finding resources to adjust to life in Minnesota, including food and housing, daycare, employment, and legal advocacy.

Provides primary and specialty care services including: - Family medicine - Heart and vascular care?- Prenatal care- Telehealth

Provides care at the clinic for:- Bladder and urinary-tract infections (UTI)- Chronic disease management (for diabetes, hypertension/high blood pressure, and other diseases)- Cold and flu symptoms- Ear infections- Headaches- Immunizations and flu shots- Insect bites- Joint and back pain- Nausea and vomiting- Preventive care and education- Rashes- Routine check-ups and health screenings for diseases- Sinus infections- Stomach problemsOnCare is available to diagnose and provide medical care info (and prescriptions) online. Conditions and symptoms treated:- Allergies- Acne- Cold/canker sores- Cold/flu- Quitting tobacco- Sinus infections- Sore throat- Urinary tract infections- Yeast infections

Provides law enforcement and community services, including issuing pet licenses and providing a crime stoppers anonymous tip line.

Provides vocationally-based wrap-around services based on an individual's needs, interests, and experiences. Service offered:- Customized employment discovery services- Employee development services- Informational Interviews- Internship services- Job coaching- Job seeking skills training- Job shadow- Job tryout services- On-the-Job evaluation services- Work experiences

Children's Therapeutic Services and Support (CTSS): Provides therapeutic interventions for children and adolescents whose functioning is impaired due to a mental health or emotional difficulty. Skills training focuses on daily living activities and coping strategies. Outreach services are offered in the home, school, or community to help children and families build skills, regain abilities, and support healthy development.Children's Day Treatment Services: Offers intensive daily programming within the school setting to help children improve behavioral, social, and emotional functioning. Services may include group therapy, skills training, family therapy/skills training, and individual therapy as needed.

Grant funds (when available) are used to meet the emergency needs of crime victims. Emergency assistance includes, but is not limited to, the following expenses: - Cleanup of a crime scene - Purchase and installation of necessary home security devices - Reimbursement for reasonable travel and living expenses that the victim incurred to attend court proceedings that were held at a location other than the place where the crime occurred due to the change in venue - Reimbursement of towing and storage fees incurred due to impoundment of a recovered stolen vehicle - Replacement of necessary property that was lost, damaged or stolen as a result of a crime - Transportation to locations related to the victim's needs as a victim, sch as medical facilities and facilities of the criminal justice system Victims of crime have also received funding through the program for items such as repairing a broken door, installing new locks, and replacing clothing or bedding taken as evidence.

Provides religious education

Provides primary care services including:- Family medicine - Internal medicine - Lab and blood work - Radiology - Social services - Telehealth

Staff will meet with older adults and families to identify personal needs and provide resource information to obtain appropriate assistance so seniors may remain living in their home as long as safely possible

Provides services that support healthy parent-child attachment and development to prevent emotional, behavioral, and psychological problems for children under age 6 and their caregivers. Interventions can help with scary or painful events, loss, separations, medical procedures, abuse, and violence at home or in the community, helping families recover and heal after stressful or traumatic events. Interventions are respectful of family and cultural values.Early Intervention Family Services (EIFS) assessments result in access to early mental health services. It supports early education evaluation, intervention, and referral for possible Occupational, Physical, and Speech and Language assessments and Therapy intervention to help a child's development.

Provides educational programs throughout Minnesota and North Dakota for people living with dementia and their caregivers. These programs are available in-person and online and feature information on topics including the signs of Alzheimer's disease, diagnosis, communication, living with Alzheimer's, and caregiving techniques.??

Provides comprehensive mental health services designed to support adults in their journey to improved well-being. Services offered:- Assertive Community Treatment (ACT): Provides personalized support such as psychiatry, therapy, psychiatric nursing, treatment planning, goal development, vocational support, co-occurring disorders interventions, peer support, psychoeducation for individuals served by their families, and 24 hours/7 days a week assistance.- Adult Targeted Case Management (ATCM): Provides individualized and compassionate support for adults facing mental health challenges and need help navigating essential services. Case managers work closely with clients to foster long-term well-being and independence by identifying specific needs, connecting them to valuable community resources, and supporting them reach their personal and wellness goals.- Children's Case Management Services (CTCM): A voluntary service aimed at providing holistic support for children facing emotional challenges. Case managers work closely to create customized plans that address medical, social, educational, and vocational needs. Additional services include coordination of support services, assessment of mental health, coping skills training, parent education, monitoring needed services, and advocacy.- Sage Enrichment Center: A community-based meeting facility for individuals dealing with mental illness. Offers recreational and leisure activities.

Provides state-funded food assistance to legal noncitizens ages 50 or older who do not qualify for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly called Food Stamps or Food Support) because of their citizenship status.Monthly benefits are loaded on an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card, which looks and works like a debit card. The card can be used to buy groceries at authorized stores, farmers markets, and online retailers. Learn more about where to shop and what can be bought.The amount of benefits received is based on income, expenses, and the number of people in the household.

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.