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Helps individuals and families with low incomes (including temporary low incomes) get the food they need for nutritious and well-balanced meals. Provides extra support to help stretch a household's food budget - it is not meant to cover all the groceries a family needs.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 number of people in the household.The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment and Training (SNAP E&T) program provides free employment and education training and support for people getting SNAP benefits. SNAP E&T participants gain support, skills, training, or experience to reach their goals. Many organizations, including technical and community colleges, community-based organizations, county agencies, tribes, and CareerForce Centers provide SNAP E&T programs and services. Programs can include career planning, job search, training for in-demand jobs, student support, financial support, and continued support once a participant has a job.

Trained volunteer advocates work one-to-one with individuals to help them achieve stability and greater self-sufficiency through services that include:- Accountable relationships- Referrals to community programs and services- Self-development opportunities- Teaching the skills needed for self-sufficiency such as financial management, interviewing, organization, gaining and maintaining stable housing, social skills, self-care, making appointments, and self-advocacy?NOTE: Participants are expected to make and keep appointments with their advocate at least once a month. Resources are available to support actions taken towards stability goals.

Emergency medicine and Level 4 trauma center for severe and life-threatening situations that require immediate medical attention including:?- Chest pain or pressure- Head injury - Heart attack or acute coronary syndrome - Seizures - Severe abdominal pain - Sexual assault - Shortness of breath or pneumonia - Stroke - Sudden, severe headaches, paralysis or weakness - Traumatic injury - Uncontrolled bleeding

Assists with clients experiencing domestic violence by:- Assists in obtaining orders for protection (OFPs)- Assists victims in safety planning- Court advocacy??- Crisis hotline for those who are victims of domestic or sexual violence- Informs victims of their rights and reparations- Providing information regarding domestic violence- Provides support if reporting to law enforcement- Provides referrals to other agencies- Supports clients as needed- Support group for victims

Provides gynecology problem visits, birth control counseling and prescriptions, prenatal and postpartum care, and midwifery services.Breast and cervical cancer education, screening, and outreach through the SAGE Program. Services include health education, outreach, and case management related to breast and cervical cancer focused on reaching low-income women in the Latino community. Office visits, mammography, pap screenings, colposcopy, and other clinical services are offered.

Provides child care licensing. Steps include: 1. Attending an orientation class 2. Getting required pre-service training 3. Completing and returning application packet with license fee 4. Passing background studies 5. Passing home inspectionAlso accepts child care complaints.

Monthly support meetings: - Guest speakers from the professional fields of medicine, education, and family support- Online resources- Outreach events providing education

Provide individual competitive employment services. Services include:- Benefits planning- Career planning- Follow-up support services- Job coaching- Job development services- Job follow-up services- Job placement- Job-seeking skills training- Multi-lingual and multi-cultural support- PASS and IRWE planning- Person-centered planning- Resume and cover letter development- Supported employmentNOTE: Minnesota Employment Center (MEC) Saint Paul site is the only in-person office. Other MEC locations are virtual but will serve members across Minnesota.

Accepts donations of:- Backpacks - Body wash - full size - Cereal- Cleaning supplies - Hair products - full size - Hamburger meat - 1 pound - Mac and Cheese/boxed meals - New pillows - Paper towels - Pasta and pasta sauce - Peanut butter and jelly - Tissues - Toilet paperVisit website for the complete updated list.

Helps people develop skills and knowledge to improve their lives and communities. Offers a variety of programs for learners of all ages.Class offerings include adult basic education, arts and crafts classes, before and after school child care, cooking classes, driver's education, sports and recreational activities, swimming lessons, and youth enrichment programs.

Pro-life confidential assistance for women and men of all ages faced with an unplanned pregnancy, including: Pro-life counseling on pregnancy options Limited ultrasound Pregnancy testing ReferralsLicensed Adoption ServicesProvides full adoption services to both birth parents who choose to place their child for adoption and to couples looking to grow their family through adoptionSTD Testing and TreatmentProvides comprehensive STD testing and treatmentParenting PlusEarn While You Learn program. Client participates in parenting classes and earns 'points' which can be used to purchase the following items: Bedding and blankets Booster seats Clothing (up to size 4T and maternity) Convertible car seats Diapers Formula Pack 'n plays Safety gates Toys WipesAccepts donations of: New car seats, cribs, strollers, high chairs, and diapers New or used baby clothing and maternity clothing in good condition

Delivers short-term, medically necessary care in your home for people who are homebound due to illness, surgery, or injury. Goal is to help patients recover or manage health conditions in their own home, reducing the need for hospital or clinic visits. Services offered:- Home health aide support (help with daily living tasks, vital sign monitoring)- In-home monitoring / tele-health via remote devices (for chronic disease management like CHF, diabetes, hypertension, wound care)- Medical social services (support with emotional, social, and community-resource needs)- Palliative care for symptom management when needed- Physical, occupational, and speech therapy- Skilled nursing care

Mayor and City Council Members: - Member contact information Administration Department:- City Manager: Mike Mornson, (952)548-6301- Assistant City Manager, Ari Lenz, (952)548-6303Building Department:- Administrative Assistant: Maria Jimenez, (952)548-6320- Building Official: Chris Kearney, (952)548-6321- Building inspection information- Construction permit informationCity Clerk Department:- City Clerk: Amy Domeier, (952)548-6304- Animal Control Impound: Hopkins Pet Hospital, 8870 Excelsior Boulevard, (952)935-5566- Election information on absentee ballots, polling places, election outcomes- Domestic Partner RegistriesPlanning Department:- Director of Economic Development & Planning: Kersten Elverum, (952)548-6340- City Planner: Jason Lindahl, (952)548-6342- Community Development Coordinator: Jan Youngquist, (952)548-6343- Public Housing Manager: Muse Mohamed, (952)548-6345- Economic Development & Planning Administrative Assistant: Courtney Pearsall, (952)548-6341- Services: Economic development, Housing, Zoning & Planning, Inspections, Permits, Licenses, Public HousingPublic Works Division:- Public Works Director, Nate Stanley, (952)548-6350- Services: Engineering, Parks & Trails, Garbage & Recycling, Street Maintenance, Water & Sewer- Community gardens in Hopkins Valley Park

Provide individual competitive employment services. Services include:- Benefits planning- Career planning- Follow-up support services- Job coaching- Job development services- Job follow-up services- Job placement- Job-seeking skills training- Multi-lingual and multi-cultural support- PASS and IRWE planning- Person-centered planning- Resume and cover letter development- Supported employment- Vocational assessments: Evaluations are conducted to line with the person's interests and strengths. Assist individuals in identifying job goals and developing career paths. The evaluation helps an individual determine if the work in that particular field is a good fit.

Provides care services including personal care, medication distribution, security, validation therapy, and assistance with activities of daily living. Housing accommodations include:- Daily meals and snacks- Housekeeping and laundry services- Outdoor area- Private and double rooms available- Social activities- Weekly outings and transportation to eventsAdditional services available for a fee include dry cleaning, hairdressing, transportation to day care or physician's office, and accompaniment to medical visits or emergency care

Works statewide to get men involved in ending violence against women and children:- Development of violence prevention programming- Technical assistance for organizations wishing to implement violence prevention strategies

Provides government for the city of Pine RiverClerk/TreasurerNicole Coler200 Front Street NorthPO Box 87Pine River, MN 56474(218)[email protected] ClerkCheri Hulke200 Front Street NorthPO Box 87Pine River, MN 56474(218)[email protected] Hansen200 Front Street NorthPO Box 87Pine River, MN 56474(218)[email protected] MemberAnthony Desanto200 Front Street NorthPO Box 87Pine River, MN 56474(218)587-2440Liaison to:Cass County Fair BoardPine River Police DepartmentKitchigami Regional Library BoardClerk's OfficeCouncil MemberBrent Norman200 Front Street NorthPine River, MN 56474(218)587-2440????????????Liaison to:Fire Department/Relief Association BoardPine River Sewer DistrictPublic WorksPine River Regional AirportCouncil MemberTroy Gregery200 Front Street NorthPine River, MN 56474(218)587-2440Liaison to:Pine River/Backus SchoolPine River Public LibraryPine River Regional AirportCass County Fair BoardCouncil MemberPat Melby200 Front Street NorthPO Box 87Pine River, MN 56474????????????????(218)587-2440Liaison to:Public WorksClerk's OfficePublic Works DirectorMike Hansen200 Front Street NorthPO Box 87Pine River, MN 56474(218)[email protected] Works EmployeeLeRoy Hulke200 Front Street NorthPO Box 87Pine River, MN 56474(218)[email protected] Works EmployeeDalton Engholm200 Front Street NorthPO Box 87Pine River, MN 56474(218)[email protected] OfficerAndrew Rooney200 Front Street NorthPO Box 87Pine River, MN 56474(218)587-3333 ext. 1Police OfficerBen Sabas200 Front Street NorthPO Box 87Pine River, MN 56474(218)587-3333 ext. 1Police OfficerBradley Dingman200 Front Street NorthPO Box 87Pine River, MN 56474(218)587-3333 ext. 1

Cash-grant program for adults with low incomes experiencing a household emergency. Adults can receive assistance once every 12 months. The assistance received must resolve the crisis. Adults 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.

The program serves American Indian and Alaskan/Hawaiian Natives in a 71-county service area within Minnesota.NOTE: The service area excludes Hennepin County. Participants do not need to be enrolled in a tribe, but must provide proof of American Indian ancestry.Offers employment and training services including:- Assistance with GED- Classroom training- Counseling and Case management- Job development/placement- On-the-job training- Orientation to the work world- Work experience

Offers assisted living that provides extra support so one can experience a healthy balance between independence and assistance. Services vary by location, but may include:- Assistance with personal care needs in bathing, ambulation, or dressing- Appointment arrangements- Barber/beauty shop- Fitness Center- Laundry and housekeeping- Lawn care, snow removal, and home maintenance- Medication assistance- Rehabilitation therapies in physical, occupational, and speech therapy.- Skin/wound care- Three meals daily

Provides general information and licensing for persons interested in becoming foster care providers. Training and support for foster care providers on emergency, short-term, and long-term placement.

Mayor and City Council Members:- Member contact informationDepartments:???City Administration- Oversees the city operations, election information, accounting, and administration?Community Development??- Guides citizens and businesses to ensure that development is follows the city's zoning regulations Engineering- Provides engineering guidance, technical advice, and recommendations to the City Council, Advisory Commissions, and City Staff- Email: [email protected] Phone: (612)756- 40737Finance- Responsible for the daily management of all finance and related activitiesPublic Services- Maintains buildings, cemetery, equipment, grounds, parks, streets, sewer, storm sewer, and water- Address: 801 Johnathan Carver Parkway County Road 11- Phone: (952)448-5353Utility Services- Provides municipal water, sewer, and stormwater utilities to its residents- Email: [email protected]?