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There are select items that Bridging can and cannot accept. ?Accepted donations:- Artwork which is framed- Kitchen/dining tables, chairs and dressers- Mattresses, box springs, beds, box springs and blankets- Pots and pans, small appliances and electronicsDoes not accept:- Bed frames, footboards, waterbeds- Building supplies and large appliances- Clothing- Computers or office furniture?Visit website at https://bridging.org/give-stuff/#acceptable-items-to-donate for more information on donation guidelines.

Provides state-funded food assistance to legal noncitizens ages 50 or older who do not qualify for the Supplemental Nutrition 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 number of people in the household.

Full medical and behavioral health services, including prenatal care, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics. Services provided by physicians, nurse practitioners, and midwives.Services include: - Adult and child immunizations - Diabetes care - Family planning: All methods - Flu vaccines; protects for both seasonal and H1N1 flu; COVID-19 vaccine - HIV counseling and testing - Hypertension care - Mammography by referral - Pediatric and adolescent care including well child visits, school, camp, and sports exams/physicals, pregnancy, and STD/HIV testing, birth control/contraceptive prescriptions, and education - Physical therapy clinic treating back/neck pain, balance difficulties, neurologic disorders, vertigo/dizziness, foot care, shoulder, and knee/hip pain - Pregnancy testing - Prenatal care with certified nurse midwife services; Postnatal care - Registered dietitian - Smoking cessation - STD risk education and testing - Women's health care?Telehealth visits are available

Patients who need to speak with a financial counselor, need cost of care estimates, or determine if they may qualify for financial assistance to pay for procedures may reach out about options. Financial counselors can help individuals understand what patients' responsibility will be, and may offer no interest payment plans. Other options may include:- Discount Program: Individuals who are uninsured or underinsured and have incomes less than 250% of the Federal Poverty Guideline may be eligible for getting help to pay their medical bill- Elevate Patient Financial Solutions: Help patients without medical insurance find resources to help pay for medical bills

Pays for room and board for seniors and adults with disabilities who have low incomes. Aims to reduce and prevent people from living in institutions or becoming homeless.All recipients receive assistance each month to help pay for rent and food. Some recipients also receive Housing Support supplemental funding to provide other services if they don't qualify for home and community-based waiver programs, including but not limited to:- Arranging for medical and social services- Arranging for meetings and appointments- Assistance with transportation- Medication remindersThe individual's housing provider receives payments to pay for rent, utilities, food, household supplies, and other necessities.

Provides law enforcement and community services including:- 911 Response- City codes enforcement- Crime prevention- Criminal investigation- Police patrol- Traffic law enforcement

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.

Owns and operates permanent housing units throughout Minnesota. Duluth, Mankato, and Saint Cloud offer permanent supportive housing and affordable, independent permanent housing in Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Saint Cloud, Duluth, and Rochester. These units consist of efficiencies, one-bedroom, two-bedrooms, and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) which are similar to a tiny home. Tenant screening criteria can be more lenient than community landlords.

Administers elementary and secondary schools in the district.Schools:- Area Learning Center: 512 8th Street SW, Willmar, MN (320)214-6692- Jefferson Learning Center: 1234 Kandiyohi Avenue SW, Willmar, MN (320)214-6695- Lakeland Elementary School: 1001 Lakeland Drive SE, Willmar, MN (320)263-5020- Kennedy Elementary: 824 7th Street SW, Willmar, MN (320)214-6688- Prairie Lakes Education Center: 1804 Civic Center Drive, Willmar, MN (320)214-6696- Roosevelt Elementary: 1800 19th Avenue SW, Willmar, MN (320)231-8470- Willmar Education and Arts Center: 611 5th Street SW, Willmar, MN (320)231-8500- Willmar Lakeview School: 2301 Transportation Road, Willmar, MN - Willmar Middle School: 201 Willmar Avenue SE, Willmar, MN (320)214-6000- Willmar Senior High: 2701 30th Street NE, Willmar, MN (320)231-8300??

Increases access to medical services by traveling from site to site to bring services where it is convenient for individuals facing homelessness. Services include:- Chemical health assessment and referrals- Chiropractic services- Medical services include primary care, transportation assistance, and community resource assistance and referral- Nutrition services include assessment and referral, education, consultation, advocacy- Mental health diagnosis and treatment services- Optical including vision screening and eyeglasses- Pharmaceutical services- Physical therapy- Public health nursing services include outreach and assessment, maternal/child health and family planning, and TB case managementDonations of unopened medicine, inhalers, and supplies are gratefully accepted. Must be delivered to the project.

Provides law enforcement services including:- Crime prevention education- Dispatch and patrol services- Gun permits- Manages law enforcement records- Manages county jail

Offers services with a spiritual focus aimed at assisting troubled junior and senior high youth facing a range of social issues. Provides a safe environment for youth to develop healthy relationships spiritually and with others through mentoring.Activities may include:- One on one's- Small group relationships- Year round camping program: Timber Bay Camp, Onamia, MN- Voluntary weekly group sharing and Bible studies

Provides a 4-point program serving those with addictive behaviors, which includes substance use, activity, and process addictions. Programs include:- Annual conferences for volunteers, professionals, and participants committed to self-empowerment recovery- SMART Recovery Group Meetings: Free and guided by trained facilitators, meetings are usually 90 minutes long, and meeting formats include discussing or working on the SMART recovery tool. Meetings are held virtually or in person. An online search tool is available to find a local meeting.- SMART Recovery handbooks, toolkits, blogs, podcasts, and videos for people seeking support for themselves or those seeking support for a family member or friend- Trained volunteers facilitate and lead mutual support group discussions on topics. Topics include building and maintaining motivation, coping with urges/cravings, managing thoughts, feelings/behaviors, and living a balanced life.

A free commuter resource to help find alternative and sustainable commuter options. Alternatives range from walking, biking, carpooling, vanpooling, teleworking, taking the bus, or the train. The goal of the program is to find sustainable alternatives to reduce traffic congestion and improve air quality.

Family medicine and specialized services that include:- Adult vaccinations- Anticoagulation therapy- Childhood vaccinations- Family medicine- Flu vaccinations- Health maintenance exam- Laboratory services- Prenatal care- Sports physical exam- Well child exam- Women's health

Criminal Court / Traffic Court / Drug Court: Handles inquiries related to criminal, traffic, and drug court cases.- Phone: (612)348-2040General Court Information and Conciliation Court: Serves as the main contact for all court-related questions, including Conciliation Court (small claims).- Phone: (612)348-6000Interpreters Service: For language interpretation services during court proceedings.- Phone: (651)297-5300Jury Office: Questions about jury service, including reporting and scheduling.- Phone: (612)540-7436Marriage Line Recording: Provides recorded information about marriage ceremonies.- Phone: (612)322-6709Records Center (Civil): For accessing civil court records.- Phone: (612)348-6000

Provides the following services:- Assists the public in filing domestic abuse petitions and harassment petitions- Assists the public in filing conciliation court claims- Certifies to judgment searches- Collects and receipts - fees, fines, bonds, and escrow funds- Issues summons, warrants, subpoenas, and executions of judgment- Maintains and disperses restitution funds ordered by the Court in criminal matters for the benefit of the victims- Maintains secure custody of all legal records, cash securities, and court exhibits- Maintains safe custody of trust funds held for minors- Performs marriage ceremonies

Administers elementary and secondary schools in the district.Schools:- Knoll Elementary School: 200 Trojan Drive Ortonville, MN; (320)864-6181?- Ortonville Secondary School: 200 Trojan Drive Ortonville, MN; (320)839-6183

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.Works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child. Current classes and events vary. Call for information.Services may include:- Book and toy lending library- Dad and child programs- Early childhood screening for children ages birth to kindergarten- 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 birth to kindergarten- Single parent program- Special events for the entire family- Workshops on specific topics

Provides activities and services for older adults including: - Book club- Blood pressure checks- Bible study- Ceramics- Community meals- Exercise classes- Hand and foot care- Free legal aid workshops- HOME Program: assists with housekeeping, minor repair services, painting projects, lawn raking, and snow shoveling- Pickleball

Provides critical support to renters to ensure long-term housing stability. Services include:- FHPAP application assistance only for eligible individuals and families in Hennepin County seeking rent assistance. FHPAP does not provide direct rent assistance. Hennepin County is responsible for determining eligibility and distributing rent assistance funds.- Homeownership: First time home buyer education training- Housing Stability: Helps renters secure stable housing- Legal Support: Referrals to free legal assistance for renters

Commissioners by district:- District 1 - Kent Bargfrede: (507)841-2128, [email protected] District 2 - Don Wachal: (507)841-1827, [email protected] District 3 - Roger D. Pohlman: (507)841-1794, [email protected] District 4 - Phil Nasby: (507)841-2336, [email protected] District 5 - Larry Liepold: (507)360-7862, [email protected]