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Galaxy Kids is a school-age program, offered through Rockford Community Education, for preschool through 6th-grade children at any public or private school within the district. - Before and after school programs - Enrichment opportunities such as art and drama, music, sports, science, math, engineering and technology, language arts/literacy, and mentoring - Homework help - Kindergarten extended day program - Preschool extended day program

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 and toy lending library- Dad and child programs- Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5- Home visits- Information on community resources- Parent discussion groups- Parent-child activities- Play and learn activities for children- Programs for non-English language learners- School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4- Single parent program- Special events for the entire family- Workshops on specific topicsNOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events.

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 library services to the community including:- Access to books, audiobooks, large print materials, magazines, musical CD's, and local newspapers- Adult and children/teen programs (story times)- Book clubs- Community events- E-audiobooks and eBooks- Interlibrary loan- Internet access- Meeting spaces- Photocopier- Reference and information services

Alicia's Place for Women with Disabilities (Duluth):- 315 North 2nd Avenue West- Permanent housing for women without children who have chronic mental health and chemical dependency issues Birchwood Apartments (Duluth):- 4710 Burning Tree Road- 30 units apartment studio and 1 bedroom units- Heat, electricity, water, sewer, and garbage included in rent Garfield Square Apartments (Duluth):- 10 Piedmont Avenue- 50 units apartment with studio flats units- Heat, electricity, water, sewer, and garbage included in rent Memorial Park Apartments (Duluth):- 605 North Central Avenue- 39 unit apartment community with 1, 2, and 3 bedroom units- Designed to provide permanent supportive, and affordable housing to individuals experiencing homelessnessSan Marco Apartments (Duluth):- 230 West 3rd Street- 70 units, 30 supportive housing units for men and women who struggle with chronic public inebriation- 40 efficiency apartments for homeless or those at-risk homelessSheila'sPlace (Duluth):- 216 North 14th Avenue East- Permanent supportive housing program for women or married couples with a family member with a disability- Case Management services are provided with the case manager meeting weekly in the home to offer support- Most families who live at Sheila's Place have had multiple episodes of homelessness.- Must be homeless, low income and willing to participate in goal planSteve O'Neil Apartments (Duluth):- 115 West 4th Street- 44 unit permanent supportive housing services for families experiencing homelessness- 1 -, 2 -, and 3 - bedroom units- Electricity, water, sewer, garbage and heat included in rent- Rents are based on 30% of income- Security deposit is required?Gage East Apartments(Rochester):?- 920 40th Street- 30 permanent supportive housing units for homeless families?????????Mayowood Apartments(Rochester):- 1011 Payowood Road SW- 30 unit supportive housing services with mental, chemical, and physical on site?- 1 and 2 bedroom units???- Electricity, water, sewer,garbage and heat included in rentSilver Creek Corner(Rochester):-? 2125 Campus Drive SE- 40 units of group residential housing for homeless chronic inebriatesNOTE: Homeless individuals and families in Duluth must get a pre-screen through United Way 211 to access this program. The pre-screen information is provided to Saint Louis County Housing Assessment Team - SLCHAT.?

Examples of recent injuries that are available for care include: - Hand, wrist or elbow injuries - Pain and swelling in joints - Shoulder or collarbone injuries - Simple bone fractures - Sprains and strains - Work-related injuries if a fracture is suspected

Works to keep American Indian families together and strong by providing the knowledge, skills, and resources they need to provide a safe, stable environment for their children. Programs and services include:Family Preservation and Reunification: Uses traditional American Indian teachings and an asset-based approach to build on the strengths of families. This program combines self-help, professional intervention, and cultural reinforcement to assist families going through the reunification process or stressful parenting situations. Aspects of the program may include: group learning, increasing positive social networks, connecting families to cultural teachings and healing, case management, appropriate referrals, resource acquisition, and general family support.Indian Child Welfare Legal Advocacy/Compliance (ICWLAC): Enforces local compliance with the federal Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). This program provides court monitoring on cases involving American Indian children, legal representation to American Indian Families (in partnership with Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services), and education/outreach to identify systemic problems and strategize on solutions regarding compliance.Ramsey County Children's Mental Health Case Management: Provides support, case management, and assistance in coordinating resources for families with children who have mental health needs.

Refugee Cash Assistance provides temporary financial assistance for refugees and eligible entrants while they are in the process of resettling in the United States.NOTE: Able-bodied RCA recipients are required to participate in an employment and training program. RCA recipients who are disabled or 65 years of age or older are required to apply for SSI.

A nurse home visiting program to work toward the improvement of:- Family economic self-sufficiency- Maternal and child health well being- Prevention of child abuse or maltreatment- Prevention of childhood injuries and reduction of emergency department visits- Reduction in a crime or domestic violence- Referrals to other community resources and supports- School readinessNOTE: Nurse-Family Partnership works by having specially trained nurses regularly visit young, first-time moms-to-be, starting early in the pregnancy, continuing through the child's second birthday

Provides cash assistance to help adults receiving Supplemental Security Income - SSI 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 through Medical Assistance - MA, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - SNAP, and MSA Housing Assistance programs.

Interpretation is the oral transmittal of a message from one language to another. Translation is the written transmission of a message from one language to another. This service interprets and translates languages from one language to another in either oral or written form.

Provides city services including utilities, planning and zoning, inspections and engineering, and street and park maintenance.Mayor and City Council Members: Member contact information

Provides primary and specialty care services including: - Breast Care- Cardiology - Diabetes education- Family medicine- Genetic Counseling- Hospice- Physical therapy- Podiatry- Prenatal care- Orthopedics and orthopedic surgery- Psychiatry and Psychology- Sports medicine- Transitional care

Library service for residents who live outside member library communities.Several different types of materials and services are available through the American Language Services (ALS) Bookmobile:- Adult and children's books- Audio books- DVDs- Interlibrary loans- Large print books- Music- Video gamesSee website for annual schedule

Library service for residents who live outside member library communities.Several different types of materials and services are available through the American Language Services (ALS) Bookmobile:- Adult and children's books- Audio books- DVDs- Interlibrary loans- Large print books- Music- Video gamesSee website for annual schedule

Mayor and City Council Members:Member Contact InformationComfrey Zoning Commission - The Zoning Commission will inspect property when Land Use Permits are required. Inspections may be conducted during construction and after final construction is completed.- Contact the City Clerk Land Use Permits and further information on the Zoning Ordinance.Economic Development Authority (EDA) - The EDA of Comfrey has built a duplex and a fourplex, which are located along County Road 17. At the present time all units are rented. Contact City Clerk for further information on rental.

Assists individuals transitioning home from a hospital stay. Transitional care supports the healing process and can improve health outcomes. A team works with an individual, their physician, social workers, and the hospital to ensure each individual gets the care they need to recover quickly, safely, and effectively. Transitional care may include rehabilitative therapies such as physical, occupational, and speech therapies as needed.

Provides case management, coordinated entry assessments, rent payment assistance, and housing search assistanceNOTE: Funding comes from a variety of sources including the Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program - FHPAP as well as others.

Provides a four-bedroom and two-bathroom home for residents who have been sober within the last 30 days and need a stable environment to live a healthy lifestyle. Amenities include a shared kitchen space, furnished rooms, free laundry, wireless internet, living space, and drug and alcohol testing.

Fond Du Lac reservation offers a cultural center and a museum filled with collections of artifacts, Ojibwe clothing, crafts, hand-made baskets, birch bark canoes, cradleboards, and moose-hide drums.

Provide a comfortable and enjoyable living experience for older adults with a wide range of amenities and health and wellness services. Residents receive personalized care and are encouraged to stay active and engaged, all while maintaining their independence.

Provides democratically run, self-supporting and drug free homes for individuals or families who are recovering from substance use disorder and need a sober environment in order to sustain an abstinent lifestyle.

Provides specialty services at various locations: - Chiropractic services (Otter Tail, Sebeka, Verndale, and Wadena Clinic sites) - Midwifery (Sebeka Clinic site) - Orthopedics (Baxter and Henning Clinic sites)