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Helps families work their way out of poverty by providing temporary cash and food benefits to eligible families. While MFIP has a 60-month time limit, there are some limited exceptions and extensions.Participants are required to follow certain work rules. Failure to meet these requirements will result in MFIP grants being sanctioned or reduced.In addition:- Child support will be pursued in those situations where one or both parents are absent- A woman expecting a baby may receive assistance for herself during her pregnancy- Children who are being cared for by certain relatives may receive assistanceNOTE: MFIP recipients may be eligible for Emergency Assistance, Child Care Assistance, Medical Assistance, and/or Food Support.

Bilingual advocates assist with: - Court coordination with legal systems - Crisis intervention - Filing Orders for Protection - Safe housing and relocation - Safety plans and crime victim rights - Supportive listening

Provides specialized care and treatment programs for children and adolescents with eating disorders. A team of medical professionals collaborates closely with clients and their families to create a personalized treatment plan based on the client's needs. - Family based therapy (FBT): Involves the family in the treatment process, empowering parents to support their child's recovery; includes implementation of family meals, participation in family therapy, and engagement in various supportive activities. - Family learning day: Offers families educational sessions about eating disorders and supporting their loved ones. Families will work alongside other families to build relationships and community support. Meals and snacks are included in the sessions by specialized staff. - Family learning series: Offers 2 hour weekly group sessions for adults and siblings 12 years and older, led by licensed therapists offering educational resources including managing anxiety, developing routines, improving communications, strengthening relationships, and more for families and their children. Dinner is included along with support and guidance from specialized staff.

Provides comprehensive free tax assistance, from late January to October, to low- and moderate-income Minnesota taxpayers. Provides the following services:- Do It Yourself Prep: Online training is available to help individuals get ready to file their taxes, and a Self-Prep Tax Guide and the software individuals need to file taxes for free is provided. Individuals need to reserve a spot in the webinar. 50 slots are available per webinar and it will be offered once a week starting in February continuing to April 20. Webinar scheduling availability changes from day to day so check the website to see what is available often for an opening.- DIY Tax Prep: This option is available for people with annual incomes under $73,000 who have access to technology. This program will include a link to create a free TaxSlayer account so individuals can prepare and electronically file their federal and state income taxes as well as the Minnesota property tax refund. Includes a Do-it-Yourself Tax Prep Guide, a useful resource to help individuals navigate tax situations and the tax software. They will offer weekly training on navigating TaxSlayer. Additionally, support will be provided via email and phone to get individuals over the finish line and file if they get stuck in their tax returns.- Tax Prep: Appointments are conducted multiple site locations across the Twin Cities. Appointment scheduling begins January 2026 until full. Appointments are only scheduled two weeks out at a time. Services may not be offered for less common tax situations. Call if you have questions regarding your situation.

Operates a ramp project to provide either a temporary or permanent ramp to make a home accessible for people with mobility impairments

Provides access to six shower/restroom units to any person in need. Also, offers the following resources when utilizing the shower program:- Hygiene kits- Towels and washcloth

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.Emergency General Assistance provides short-term, one-time 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.

Counseling helps individuals resolve concerns in their lives: - Family problems - Marital difficulties - Depression - Anxiety - Stress-related concerns Counseling is available for clients, family members and concerned persons. It is also helpful when family and friends are deciding how to intervene with a person in denial of chemical abuse or a similar problem. Family Education & Counseling: - Supports family members - Enhances the client's positive changes Staff: - Renee Jore-Anderson, MS LMFT LADC,

Provides the following medical, dental, and pharmaceutical services: - Audiology- Dental Services: Bridges; cleanings; crowns; dentures; fillings; oral surgery; patient education and prevention; root canals?- Diabetic care?- Elderly care?- Electrocardiography (ECG)?- Gynecology Services: Birth control, breast exams, colposcopy, family planning and pap smears?- Immunizations?- Joint injections?- Laboratory services?- Management of Chronic Diseases: Diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure and thyroid?- Medication management?- Minor Surgery: Casting and splinting; incision and drainage; lacerations; skin cancers; warts?- Nutrition counseling?- Obesity evaluation and management?- Pediatric care?- Pharmacy?- Physicals: Pre-op, school, sports and truck driving?- Podiatry?- Pro-choice pregnancy counseling and referrals?- Preventive care?- Retinal photography??- Urgent care including eye exams?- Wound and burn management

Provides classes and events for anyone interested. Classes offered are:- Breastfeeding, baby nutrition, and parenting classes- Cancer support group- Childbirth classes- Fitness and weight management classes- Grief support groups for women- Youth and family programs about various issues around chemical dependency, and youth living with ADHD

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.- Connections for parents and children- Gym night- Mixed age sessionsFree assessment of child's health, well-being and development in the areas of speech and language, concepts, gross and fine motor skills, vision and hearing, height and weight, and immunizations

Provides in person and telehealth counseling services for individuals, couples and families, including:- ADHD (Attention Deficit Disorder/Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)- Anxiety counseling- Child and teen counseling- Couple and marriage- Depression counseling- EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)- Family- Trauma

Offers individual, family, and group counseling.Issues include but are not limited to:- Depression, anxiety, oppositional defiant disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder- Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender issues- Intensive-Systems Therapy (IST): In-home therapy for youth ages 11 - 24 with severe mental health issues and their families- Relationships with family, friends, or partners- Sexual abuse- School issues

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' 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 help to pay their medical bills- Elevate Patient Financial Solutions: Help patients without medical insurance find resources to help pay for medical bills

Offers low-income individuals who are interested in opening a small business start-up or need an expansion loan. The program includes:- Child care provider business start-up or expansion loans up to $3000- Focus on women and minority-owned businesses is encouraged to apply- Small business start-up or expansion loan of $25,000- Repayment terms are reasonable and flexible

Summer day camp programs where children can explore nature, find new talents, try new activities, and gain independence. Activities may vary by site, but can include: - Creative challenges- Outdoor adventures- Sports and games

14 bed secure unit that specializes in care and treatment of individuals with dementia related disorders including Alzheimer's disease.

Provides library materials including books, audiobooks, magazines, and movies for loan; interlibrary loan services; access to electronic databases and digital resources; and children's programming including story times and activities for elementary-age students.

Assists the community by preparing for, responding to, and recovering from natural and man-made disasters. Services include coordination with agencies to deliver critical support, such as emergency response and hazard mitigation, ensuring recovery and resilience, planning, public education, and training.

Administers elementary and secondary schools in the district.Schools:- Benson Senior High (6-12): 1400 Montana Avenue, Benson MN (320)843-2710- Northside Elementary (PreK - 5): 1800 West Nevada Avenue, Benson MN (320)842-2717

Provides residential memory care homes for individuals with a diagnosis of dementia. Services include: - 24/7 skilled nursing- Enrichment programming- Home-cooked meals- Individualized care plans- In-home dentistry, occupational therapy, podiatry, salon services, and more- Private rooms- Secured entryways

Mental health services for children and adults include:- Adult mental health rehabilitation and support services- Day treatment programs- Drop-in mental health center for adults- Independent living and self-care skill development- Medication evaluation and management- Outpatient mental health services- Pre-commitment screening for individuals being referred for civil commitment- Psychiatric evaluations and services for children and adolescents- Psychological testing and diagnostic assessments- Residential treatment services

Providing Medical Assistance (MA) to refugeesNOTE: Refugees who are eligible for Medical Assistance are served through that program. Refugees receiving Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) are automatically eligible for RMA if they are not already MA eligible.

A health and wellness coach helps an individual define their personal wellness and the steps to achieve that vision: - Build and strengthen resilience - Build upon strengths - Change unwanted habits - Learn strategies for dealing with obstacles - Set realistic goalsCommon areas of focus include exercise, nutrition, sleep, and stress.