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Direct Access allows an individual to go directly to a provider they choose to receive a comprehensive assessment and access care immediately. Services provided:- Alcoholics Anonymous/Narcotics Anonymous meetings- Assistance in finding a provider of services, including - Halfway house - Extended inpatient treatment - Outpatient treatment- Chemical health assessment- Determine eligibility for Behavioral Health Fund- Detoxification services- Peer Recovery Specialist- Treatment coordination- Withdrawal management

Provides short-term respite or rehabilitation care in home-like settings. Services include: - 24-hour care services- Community and enrichment programming- Dementia and Parkinson's services- Family member support and communication- Fully furnished private bedroom- Home-cooked meals and daily snacks- In-home occupational and physical therapy- Medication management

Provides transportation to and from the VA Medical Centers and/or the Federal Building at Fort Snelling for veterans or their dependents who are unable to drive themselves or find someone to take them.

Offers employment services for adults and students, services include:- Exploring Employment:Helps individuals explore job interests, develop skills, and learn about different careers through job shadowing, informational interviews, and short-term job tryouts. Includes resume building, interview prep, and job search support.- Finding a Job:Offers personalized help with job placement, applications, resume writing, and interview coaching. Also includes training for self-employment or microbusiness development.- Maintaining Employment:Provides job coaching, workplace support, and advocacy to help individuals stay employed and grow in their careers. Assistance with transportation and accommodations is available.- Services for Students/Young Adults (Pre-ETS):Supports high school and transition-age students with career exploration, college prep, work experience, workplace readiness, and self-advocacy training.

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.NOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events.

Provides assistance and support to veterans and their dependents in obtaining benefits through state and federal programs including:- Burial and death benefits- Dental and medical care- Education and training- Home loan guarantees- Non-medical transportation to Sioux Falls VA Medical Center- Pension- State Subsistence: Financial assistance for basic dental and optical care, mortgage, personal needs, rent and utilities for veterans who cannot work due to temporary disability.

Ophthalmology and optometry provide diagnosis, management, and treatment of many eye care needs including:- Comprehensive eye exams- Contact lens fitting and evaluation services- Cataracts- Glaucoma- Macular degeneration- Diabetic retinopathy- Eyelid disorders- Refractive prescriptions- Sudden eye concerns and injuries

Offers emergency residential shelter services, 6 rooms with a total of 16 beds. Resources available to male victims who are in need of emergency shelter.Shelter program includes:- Assists victims and their children in safety planning- Helps residents work on securing housing, employment, and other needs- Offers advocacy and accompaniment to community services- Provides all basic needs for residents while they stay in the shelter program??- Provides referrals to other agencies- Provides an in-house support group- Provides daily one-on-one advocacy meetings with residents to help work on program goals???When this shelter is at capacity, referrals to other shelters are facilitated through Minnesota's Day One network

Offers a nurse line available 24 hours/7 days a week for individuals who may need to speak with a nurse about medical care and where to go for care. Nurses can provide medical advice on what potential options are available, such as virtual care, primary care, urgent care options, or seek emergency care if needed at a HealthPartners location.

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.

Provide resources and support for Latinos who are victims of a crime, domestic violence, or sexual assault. All services are provided in English and Spanish. Services provided:- 24 hours/7 days a week crisis line for victims of a crime, domestic violence, and sexual assault- Assistance and Court Accompaniment for Victims of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault: Assistance in applying for orders for protection and accompaniment through the civil court process. Helps in reporting sexual assault or domestic violence to local police and accompanies the criminal court process.- Domestic violence and sexual assault support groups- Helps victims apply for reparations- Referrals to relevant community resources such as shelter, mental health counseling, legal assistance, and support with residency or status-related needsNOTE: CLUES does not provide legal advice and will refer clients to community resources for legal assistance.

The Food Support Program assists low-income persons and families so they can purchase food and better meet their nutritional needs. The program is not intended to supply all of a person's or family's food needs. Instead, it helps while the person or family makes an effort to become self-supporting.

Partners with members of the anti-hunger community to address the challenges of food insecurity throughout the state of Minnesota. Advocates on hunger issues at the local, state, and national levels encouraging legislators and other decision makers to lend a compassionate voice to public policy debates that impact Minnesota families living in poverty.

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 their responsibilities 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

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 of propane, heating oil, or biofuel- Preventing disconnection- Providing emergency heating system repair or replacement for homeowners- Weatherization services to both homeowners and renters to reduce home energy consumption and costs for eligible households by improving the energy efficiency in homes

Provides assistance with:- Bus fare/gas money for transportation to and from work, medical appointments, and school- Car repair assistance- Electric and gas disconnect assistance- Limited fuel oil assistance- Employment-related items (varies by donations)NOTE: Financial assistance is extremely limited. Funds vary from month to month.Other available support:- Diapers and formula (availability varies based on donations)- Personal hygiene items

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Connects single adults and families experiencing homelessness or at risk of being homeless in Houston County with a Housing Specialist to provide housing problem solving. Housing Specialists can assist households with practical solutions, identify sources, alternatives, and mediate conflict resolution between landlords, friends, or family.The initial access point to be connected with a Housing Specialist is short-term and when determined there are no other pathways identified, the household will be connected to a Housing Assessor and placed on the Housing Registry.

Boiler: [email protected]. Inspection of boilers, piping systems and pressure vessels, and related licensing of operators, pipefitters, and engineers. www.dli.mn.gov/workers/boiler-engineersConstruction Codes and Licensing: www.dli.mn.gov/workers/building-officials Adopts and administers the building, residential, accessibility, energy, elevator, manufactures structures and building conservation codes; reviews and inspects state owned or licensed facilities; certifies and educates building officials and license manufactured home dealers.Electrical Licensing and Inspection: [email protected], www.dli.mn.gov/workers/electricians-and-electrical-installers Administers personal electrical licenses over nine classifications and contractor licenses over four classifications. Plumbing and Engineering: [email protected], www.dli.mn.gov/workers/plumbers Administers the Minnesota Plumbing Code, performs examinations and issues licenses for plumbing and water conditioning professionals, files and administers plumbing code compliance bonds, reviews plans and does inspections of plumbing system installations in public and commercial buildingsResidential Building Contractors: [email protected], www.dli.mn.gov/workers/residential-contractors-remodelers-roofers Licenses residential building contractors, investigates complaints against contractors, administers the Contractor's Recovery Fund, and investigates independent contractor complaints.

Community education classes and activities include: - Adult Enrichment: Adult basic education, ESL, GED, computer literacy skills, career pathways, smart driver courses, dance and exercise classes. - Driver's Education: Lakeview Community Education has partnered with A+ Driving School for the Driver's Education Program. - Youth Enrichment: Provides educational programs and athletics/activity opportunities for children to explore their interests and build new skills.