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Provides general public transportation within McLeod, Sibley, and Wright counties. There are two different services: Dial-A-Ride bus and minivan service.Professional drivers use handicapped-accessible buses to provide Dial-A-Ride service throughout the three counties and within one mile outside McLeod and Sibley county borders.Professional drivers operate the minivan service to provide rides to individuals who need transportation above and beyond what can be provided by the bus system. The minivan is often used because a customer is in a wheelchair and needs to go outside the service area of the buses.

Initiates and manages coordination of services among providers and provides intervention for children and families:- Services for individuals, their family members, and others- Referrals to community agencies and within school system- Outreach services- Intervention services

Provides the following dental services:- Cavities- Extractions- General cleanings- Loose teeth- Repair broken teeth- Root canal- Sealants- Sore Gums- Treatments for mouth infections

Offers pro-life support services, including:?- Birthing classes- Baby clothing, diapers, and wipes are offered in emergency situations- Earn While You Learn Program: Offers a variety of educational sessions on pregnancy, childbirth prep, parenting, relationships, life coaching, and more. Participants earn credits to purchase gift cards or items such as diapers, wipes, clothing, etc. in the Baby Boutique. All sessions are scheduled and done one-on-one with a client advocate.- Free pregnancy tests- Fertility care- Parenting classes for expectant parents which provide the basic fundamentals of parenting, pregnancy, childbirth, child development, parenting skills, and more- Prenatal vitamins- STD testing and treatment- Ultrasound (1st trimester only)NOTE: No referrals are provided to abortion providers

Public health nurses, family health mentors and nutritionists make home visits. Frequency of visits and length of time per visit agreed upon by family and nurse, depending upon needs of family.Services offered:- Health information on pregnancy- Nutritional counseling and guidance- Child's growth and development and child rearing questions- Parenting education- Prevention of child maltreatment- Works with school teams to assist families with special needs children- After Home Care: Suggestions for appropriate exercise program, mother's health needs, parenting education, newborn care, nutritional needs (breast or bottle feeding), infant growth and development, and supportive community resources?- Maternal and Child Health Program: Pregnancy care; special care for high risk pregnant women; nutritional assessment and education; prenatal health needs including nutrition, weight gain, balance of rest and exercise, substance use, preparation for labor and delivery, and adjustment to new family?- Services for Children: Public health nursing home visits for children with chronic illness, handicaps and developmental delays; nutrition assessment and education; physical and developmental screening; and more

Provides investigation and intervention services on behalf of vulnerable adults who are unable to act on their own behalf, manage their own affairs, or are in immediate danger of abuse. Types of abuse may be physical, emotional, sexual abuse, unsafe or hazardous living conditions, exploitation, neglect, or abandonment. Services include:- Taking reports and investigating abuse and/or maltreatment- Removal of the individual to safer surroundings- Services necessary to remove the conditions which have created a threat to lifeNOTE: Complaints, questions, or concerns involving incidents in facilities licensed by the Health Department, such as hospitals, nursing homes, boarding care homes, supervised living facilities, assisted living, and home health agencies can be referred to the Minnesota Board on Aging Ombudsman for Long-Term Care.

Administers the Section 8 Rental Assistance Program - Housing Choice Voucher Program for Becker County Residents

Women's health services include:- Breast and cervical cancer screening- Breastfeeding support from lactation consultants- Family planning and birth control counseling- Pap smears- Pregnancy testing- Prenatal care- Well woman care

Provides a snack that is served from 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm, and dinner is served from 4 pm - 6 pm. Each meal includes one serving of milk, meat or meat alternative, grains/breads, fruits, and vegetables.

Provides a group home with assisted living services including, but not limited to:- Assistance with dressing, eating, oral hygiene, hair care, grooming, using the bathroom, and bathing- Awake staff available 24/7 to respond to the health and safety needs of the residents - Hands-on assistance with transfers and mobility- Medication management services- Preparing specialized diets ordered by a licensed health professional- Providing other complex or specialty health care services

Provides mental health services for adults in need and contracts with local agencies to provide services. Services include:- Adult rehabilitative mental health services (ARMHS)- Crisis response, emergency services, and stabilization services- Education and prevention services- Mental health assessment- Mental health targeted case management- Referral to community partner mental health agencies for outpatient/inpatient treatment, day treatment, and partial hospitalization programs

Helps individuals living with a disability locate available services such as: - Accessible and affordable housing - Adaptive equipment - Support services- Transportation options

Administers legal programs and services through offices in Anoka, Minneapolis, Saint Cloud, and Wilmar.Helps eligible clients through direct representation, brief advice, and through participating in community legal education programs and clinics.Services include:- Family law- Housing issues- Public benefits- Employment- Criminal expungement- Consumer deptDoes not provide representation in CRIMINAL law matters

Buys, sells, and trades used furniture. Items may vary based on inventory such as sofas, recliners, lamps, dining room sets, pictures, dressers, chests, coffee tables, end tables, and more.

Provides food to individuals and families. Amount of food is based on household size. Clients may use the food shelf once a month, however, emergency food is available if needed

Items accepted as donations and sold include:- Blankets, quilts, bedspreads, linens, and towels- Books and toys- Gently used seasonal clothing- Household items including dishes, pots, pans, and utensils- Jewelry and watches- Records, CDs, portable stereos, and videos- Select furniture. No beds, only headboards, and frames- Shoes and boots- Small appliances and lamps; small televisions (no consoles)- Tools and toolboxesMaterial and old leather items are accepted for recycling purposesOffers thrift store voucher program to qualifying individuals

Chemical dependency treatment while in custody at Beltrami County Jail.

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 the healthy development of their child.Services may include:- Book lending library- Dad and child programs- Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5- Information on community resources- Outdoor classroom- 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- Special events for the entire family- Workshops on specific topicsNOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events.

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.Short-term, one-time grant assistance for persons in a financial crisis because of fire, flood, storm, illness, accident, theft, utility shut-off, eviction, foreclosure, moving expense, necessary home repairs, or need for furniture or appliance replacement or repair.

Partners with fifteen food distribution locations across the metro area, providing a culturally-appropriate food shelf with a focus on the East African community. The food shelf program offers:- Food items such as rice, pasta, canned goods, cooking oil, fresh produce, and other culturally relevant items- Halal dietary standards- Clients can access the food shelf as needed. Does not accept food donations at this time.Volunteer opportunity positions are available to help with organizing, inspecting, distributing food, and assisting with cleaning the facility.

Provides financial assistance to persons who have health care needs and are uninsured, underinsured, ineligible for a government program, or otherwise unable to pay

8 hour course aimed at improving mental health literacy for individuals and professionals. The course teaches basic mental health first aid skills for a mental health problem or crisis by providing education related to: - Assessing the risk of suicide and/or self-harm - Encouraging others to practice self-directed help and other support systems - Encouraging appropriate and professional help - Giving reassurance and information - Non-judgmental listening - Understanding and recognizing signs of a crisis or issue related to psychological distressNOTE: Program is not a replacement for therapy or professional mental health assistance/services