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Provides free, confidential domestic violence and sexual abuse victim advocacy services, including: - Crime victim support and accompaniment services - Domestic violence and sexual abuse counseling and therapy - Domestic violence and sexual abuse support groups - Emotional support - Individual advocacy - Legal assistance regarding Orders for Protection, Stalking/Harassment Orders, domestic/family violence, divorce, and custody. Provides lawyer referrals.

Helps youth who need support to thrive in the community. Services included: - Bus cards to get around - Case management - Clothing items - Financial counseling classes include bank accounts, budgeting, credit counseling, and savings - Food Resources - Hygiene products - One on one individual mentoring and goal planning - School needs such as school supplies and advocating on for children at school - Shoes - Young teen pregnancy (resources to help adolescents who dropped out of school go back and get their High School diploma or GED)

Provides the following resources for seniors: Community Health Promotion - ??Diabetes Support Group - Laughter Yoga classes - Nurse-provided blood pressure clinics at various community locations - Tai Chi for Health exercise classes - Senior Art Classes (typically in the fall & spring) - Senior Social & Health Talks (held monthly) - Technology Clinic (1:1 help with technology) Individual Support Services - Caregiver support, respite, and education - Chore/shopping services (limited) - Companion services through "Friendly Visitor" volunteers - Fall prevention assessments - Foot and home care services - In-home nurse visits, including vision consultations, and low-vision products - Information, referral, and advocacy - Rapid Screen assessments - Rides to local medical appointments (based on volunteer availability)

- Advocacy - Information on local contacts and support groups - Internet support groups and discussion boards - Information on counseling, treatment, prevention, education, and legislation relating to Clergy Sexual Abuse - National Conference

The Senior Law Project provides legal advice or representation for people age 60 or older for issues including: - Citizenship, including medical waivers\ - Consumer law, including debt collection and garnishment - Family law, including marriage dissolution, orders for protection, and third-party custody where domestic abuse or child endangerment is alleged, or spousal maintenance is needed - Housing, including: eviction, foreclosure, poor conditions, requests for reasonable accommodation - Power of attorney and health care directives - Public benefits programs, including denial or termination of eligibility/lack of payment by: Medicare, Social Security (SSI), Medical Assistance, food support, Minnesota Supplemental Aid, General Assistance, Emergency Assistance, fuel assistance, Veterans benefits - Medicare - Nursing home problems, including involuntary discharge - Social Security The Senior Law Project DOES NOT handle: - Estate Planning - Living trusts - Real estate transactions - Wills Disability law efforts include: - Decreasing discrimination and increasing integration - Increasing access to appropriate services - Individual and system advocacy concerns - Reducing abuse and neglect

Minnesota Disability Law Center provides the following services: Protection and Advocacy for Assistive Technology Advocacy for people with disabilities who are having problems with assistive technology devices or services (e.g. power wheelchairs, augmentative communication devices). Protection and Advocacy for Individuals with Traumatic Brain Injuries Advocacy for people who have had traumatic brain injuries and need legal assistance on issues related to abuse or neglect, civil rights, access to community-based services, health care coverage, discrimination in public accommodations and services, and special education services. Protection and Advocacy for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities Advocacy for people with developmental disabilities who need legal assistance on issues related to abuse and neglect, civil rights, access to community-based services, health care coverage, discrimination in public accommodations and services, and/or appropriate special education services. Protection and Advocacy for Individuals with Mental Illness Advocacy for people with mental illness who need legal assistance on issues related to abuse and neglect, civil rights, access to community-based services, health care, discrimination in public accommodations and services, and/or special education services. Service priority is given to people residing in care or treatment facilities. Protection and Advocacy of Individual Rights Advocacy for people with disabilities who need legal assistance due to discrimination and/or problems accessing government programs and government buildings (parks, schools), public services, public accommodations, housing, transportation, health care, and insurance. Client Assistance Project (CAP) Advocacy for people with disabilities who are having problems with agencies funded under the Rehabilitation Act, such as Minnesota's Vocational Rehabilitation Services (VRS) and its State Services for the Blind (SSB). Protection and Advocacy for Beneficiaries of Social Security (PABSS) Advocacy for people with disabilities who are Social Security beneficiaries (SSI and/or SSDI) in their efforts to secure or keep employment. Protection and Advocacy for Voting Access (PAVA) Education, outreach, and advocacy to ensure the full participation of persons with disabilities in the electoral process. Protection and Advocacy for Individuals with Representative Payees Reviews of representative payees and beneficiaries throughout Minnesota, working under the guidance of the Social Security Administration.

Provide individual advocacy, coaching, and system navigation through statewide Help Desk to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and their families. Services include one-to-one assistance in accessing and receiving appropriate services in the areas of early intervention, family support, special education, county case management, health care, housing, employment, recreation, Medical Assistance, Social Security, residential services, PCA (personal care assistance), etc. ?The Arc Minnesota also offers scholarship opportunities to support individuals living with disabilities. Call the Help Desk or visit the website for more information about eligibility, criteria, and scholarships available. NOTE: Staff do NOT provide legal advice

Works to increase victim safety and offender accountability within the criminal justice system by providing: - Advocacy services to victims of domestic assault whose assailants are going through the criminal justice system - Assisting with criminal justice system policy development - Monitoring of the criminal justice system's responses to domestic assaults - Training related to best practices in domestic violence responses to professionals within the criminal justice system

- Advocacy and outreach on elder services - Congregate meals for dine-in and home delivery of meals - Educational conferences - Elder activities - Elder/Disabled Energy Program (electric and gas service payment assistance) - Information and referrals - Social nutrition

Provides legal advocacy services including support with reporting to law enforcement, obtaining harassment restraining orders and orders for protection, and navigating the criminal justice system.

Services include: - Assistance with finding safe (shelter) housing - Assistance with lock changes, food, shelter and phone reconnection/repair, window and door repair due to assault - Attendance at court appearances resulting from domestic assault in Hennepin County - Orders for Protection and harassment restraining orders - Personal safety planning - Transportation to court, safety, and medical care

Provides people who have been diagnosed with scoliosis with: - Questions to ask their doctor - In-depth explanations of the different types of scoliosis - Details on available treatment options CLEAR Institute has developed an effective chiropractic system of scoliosis rehabilitation and presents this information in postgraduate courses through accredited universities Doctors of chiropractic who complete the full postgraduate training program have the option of becoming certified to provide CLEAR scoliosis treatment to their patients when a chiropractor becomes CLEAR certified, they are allowed to refer to their clinic as a CLEAR Scoliosis Center.

Domestic Violence Prevention and Intervention: An intervention and healing program for Native women, girls, and Two Spirit people who have experienced intimate partner violence, including domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and/or commercial sexual exploitation. Offers counseling and community-based education activities to clients that encourage healing, build resilience, reduce risk of repeat traumas, etc. Healing Journey: A structured peer support group for adult American Indian women ages 18 and over who are challenged by chronic mental health, substance use, and trauma histories. ?Safe Harbor Initiative: A supportive program for youth ages 24 and under who have experienced sexual exploitation or are at risk of sexual exploitation. ?Sexual Assault Advocacy: Provides crisis intervention, individual and group counseling, forensic examination support, and court advocacy for American Indian survivors of sexual violence. Street Outreach: A collaborative street outreach program designed to facilitate a path towards a healthier life for people who are ready to make a positive change. Wawokiye: Provides outreach and services for youth and adults who are experiencing sex trafficking, unsheltered relatives, and those who need services realted to opioid addictions.

District 1 Elder Advocate: (218) 407-4395 District 2 Elder Advocate: (218) 368-8718 District 3 Elder Advocate: (218) 760-1793 Elder Advocates assist with: - Transportation - Food Shelf visits - Banking - Grocery shopping - County paperwork - Social Security - Health insurance information - Transportation to county appointments - Light house cleaning and a good listening ear - Mandated reporters of physical, emotional, financial and sexual abuse and neglect. Emergency assistance may be provided in extraordinary need - call for more information. Leech Lake Elders 55 years of age and older qualify for the eyeglasses, denture and hearing aid program - participants must utilize IHS. Elders and disabled band members may qualify for some medical equipment - a doctor's prescription may be required.

Services are victim-centered, which means individuals will guide their own process, make their own decisions, and have staff provide information, support, and referrals. Services include: - Advocacy: Assistance in obtaining Emergency Protective Orders, Permanent Restraining Orders, Stalking/Harassment Orders, Temporary Restraining Orders, housing, community services, and medical appointments - Community education and professional training - Confidentiality - Crisis line - Emergency Services: Transportation to medical facilities, law enforcement, safe housing, etc. - Individual and group support - Safety planning

- Access to donated items - Advocates - Court and/or welfare advocacy - Food - Help with immigration needs ?- Help with Orders for Protection - Information and referral - Safe and secure building

Assistance and technical support to all veterans and their dependents with all state and federal veterans' benefits includes assisting veterans and dependents with applications and/or claims for any of these benefits and services: Federal Benefits (US Department of Veterans Affairs) - Agent Orange benefits - Burial benefits - Disability compensation (service connected disabilities) - Education benefits - Medical Care at VA Hospitals - Non-service pension - VA Home Loans - Vocational Rehabilitation State Benefits (MN Department of Veterans Affairs) - Dental and optical assistance - Post-9/11 Veteran Service Bonus (note: deadline for applications is June 30, 2024) - State veterans cemetery (Little Falls, MN) - State veterans homes (nursing home and domiciliary care) - Temporary financial assistance for shelter (rent and mortgage), utility (elecytric, gas, phone, and water), healthcare insurance premium and personal needs (short term disability) - Veterans and war orphans education benefits - Veterans preference advocacy

Legal advocacy provides free legal assistance and counsel to persons of all ages with disabilities with legal problems arising from or concerning their disability Examples of legal problems with which the project can provide help are: - Special Education - Day Training and Habilitation - Residential Programing/Placement - Vocational Training - Institutional conditions/release from institutions - County case management - Freedom from abuse - Social service - Medical assistance - Legal Advocacy for persons with mental illness - For a location outside of Itasca County call (800)292-4150

Works with students ages 16 - 21 preparing for life after high school. Assists in setting and meeting independent living goals. Whether the next step is a job, post-secondary education, or a self-chosen goal, staff members guide an individual's transition to an empowered adult life.

Provides support services for victims of domestic and sexual violence, elder abuse, and human trafficking. Services include: - Community advocates - Domestic violence safety planning and response - Hotline for information and referral - Housing (emergency/short-term, including domestic violence shelter) - Safety planning - Sexual assault/rape crisis response - Support groups and talking circles - Traditional healing and referrals - Transportation assistance locally - Transportation assistance including bus fare for relocation

- Provides 24 hour crisis services on toll free number - Information and Referral - Advocacy

Provides free and confidential services to those affected by domestic violence, sexual violence, human trafficking/exploitation, and high-risk youth in Lincoln, Lyon, Redwood, and Yellow Medicine counties. Confidential services: - Accompaniment to court - Assistance with petitioning for an Order for Protection or Harassment Restraining Order - Community education - Crisis line - Emergency transportation, and/or assistance - Information, referrals, and resources - Temporary emergency safe housing - Systems coordination - Support group - Youth Programs: Provides youth the ability to teach and learn from their peers about confidence, communication, safety, and life skills. Emergency assistance includes, but is not limited to, the following expenses: - Crime Scene cleanup - Grant funds are used to meet crime victims' emergency needs when available - Purchase and installation of necessary home security devices - Reimbursement of towing and storage fees incurred due to impoundment of a recovered stolen vehicle - Replacement of necessary property that was lost, damaged or stolen as a result of a crime - Transportation to locations related to the victim's needs as a victim, such as medical and criminal justice facilities - Victim reimbursement for reasonable travel and living expenses incurred due to a change in venue Victims of crime have also received funding through the program for items such as repairing a broken door, installing new locks, and replacing clothing or bedding taken as evidence. Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program - FHPAP may be available through pre-screening.

Provide individual advocacy, coaching, and system navigation through statewide Help Desk to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and their families. Services include one-to-one assistance in accessing and receiving appropriate services in the areas of early intervention, family support, special education, county case management, health care, housing, employment, recreation, Medical Assistance, Social Security, residential services, PCA (personal care assistance), etc. ?The Arc Minnesota also offers scholarship opportunities to support individuals living with disabilities. Call the Help Desk or visit the website for more information about eligibility, criteria, and scholarships available. NOTE: Staff do NOT provide legal advice

Focuses on some of the unique barriers many members of the community face when confronted with issues of domestic or sexual violence. Services provide: - Assistance and support to those seeking immigration remedies - Civil, criminal, and immigration court advocacy - Safety planning assistance - Support groups for victims - Translation and interpretative services that assist in accessing supportive services and resources - Transportation to appointments

Works to increase victim safety and offender accountability within the criminal justice system by providing: - Advocacy services to victims of domestic assault whose assailants are going through the criminal justice system - Assisting with criminal justice system policy development - Monitoring of the criminal justice system's responses to domestic assaults - Training related to best practices in domestic violence responses to professionals within the criminal justice system