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New car seats are available to income eligible families with attendance at a 90 minute class regarding the safe and proper use of the car seat

Provides health services including:- Car seat safety information and free car seats to eligible families- Child and teen check-ups- Family home visiting programs- Follow along program to track children's development- Nutritional education- Parenting classes and support- Prenatal and postpartum visits, which include meeting with certified lactation counselors

Provides law enforcement and community services including:- Citizen Police Academy: Seven week program designed to provide residents insight to the inner working of law enforcement- Community Outreach- Education, instruction and demonstration of how to properly install child restraint seats- Neighborhood Watch Program: Crime prevention program that enlists the participation of residents in cooperation with law enforcement to reduce crime, solve problems, and improve the quality of life- Permit to Purchase licenses- Public Safety

Pro-life pregnancy and parenting support programs, including:- Car seat safety checks- Free confidential pregnancy test- Parenting with Purpose: Personalized parenting education appointments which include access to free baby clothes, diapers, furniture, baby food, toiletries, and more, assistance with finding and applying for resources, case management, emotional and spiritual support, and medical and community services referrals- Peer advocacy- Pro-life pregnancy counseling for alternatives to abortion- Support groups?Donations are accepted. Visit website to see a list of current needs.

Home CareSpecialized nursing care is provided by public health nurses in the home to assist with medication management, wound care, dressing changes, post-operative care, and other services ordered by the client's physician. The public health nurse may also assign a licensed practical nurse or home health aide to assist in the care of the client.Home health aides/elder care aides provide personal care (hair washing, showers, nail care, etc.), visiting, light housekeeping, and other services for clients with medical or health problems. Aides may also monitor vital signs and provide basic health services. The public health staff is available to perform home safety checks for families with children or for elders. A limited number of safety items may be available following the home safety check. Instruction on how to use this equipment will be provided, although the nursing staff cannot install the equipment for families.Community Health Representatives (CHR) TransportationProvides transportation for individuals to medical, dental, and optical appointments only after all other resources are exhausted. Appointments should be confirmed with the CHR's schedule to assure that clients arrive on time to their appointments. No one under the age of 18 will be transported without a parent. All persons being transported are required to wear a seat belt at all times. Delivers medical prescriptions to homebound elders who have no other means of obtaining their medication.

Provides families with car seat education and installation services. A car seat distribution program is available for eligible community members and community members enrolled with a Minnesota Health Care Program (MHCP).

Law enforcement services including:- Assists in civil matters?- Educates community members on safe water practices- Responds to calls for service- School crime prevention programs

Provides family health services including: - Breastfeeding services- Car seat needs- Connects families to resources and support- Family home visiting- Follow Along Program- Postpartum support- Prenatal support

Helps families create safe, nurturing environments for children through health screenings, education, support services, and resources that promote physical health, safety, nutrition, and development.Services include:- Blood Lead Testing: Screening services to detect lead exposure in children and adults to prevent lead poisoning.- Child Passenger Safety: Information and services related to child car seat safety and proper restraint use.- Clinic Services: Health services such as birth control options, pregnancy testing, and sexually transmitted infection (STI) screening and treatment.- Family Home Visiting: Home-based support programs for families, including developmental tracking and postpartum/newborn visits to help parents meet goals and connect with support resources.- Immunizations: Vaccination services and information for both children and adults to protect against preventable diseases.

Olmsted County Falls Prevention Coalition offers a complete home safety visit to assess fall risks in the home. Trained volunteers schedule a time to meet with individuals in their home to complete a safety visit. They provide individuals with recommendations and resources to increase safety, reduce falls, and extend independent living.

Provides law enforcement and community services, including car seat installation assistance, DARE program, and a Safe and Sober Program.

Helps families create safe, nurturing environments for children through health screenings, education, support services, and resources that promote physical health, safety, nutrition, and development.Services include:- Blood Lead Testing: Screening services to detect lead exposure in children and adults to prevent lead poisoning.- Child Passenger Safety: Information and services related to child car seat safety and proper restraint use.- Clinic Services: Health services such as birth control options, pregnancy testing, and sexually transmitted infection (STI) screening and treatment.- Family Home Visiting: Home-based support programs for families, including developmental tracking and postpartum/newborn visits to help parents meet goals and connect with support resources.- Immunizations: Vaccination services and information for both children and adults to protect against preventable diseases.

Provides family health services including:?- Breastfeeding services- Car seat checks - Follow Along Program- Postpartum support- Prenatal support

Offers certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians to assist caregivers with car seat installation and education on Minnesota's Child Passenger Restraint Law. Technicians provide guidance on proper use and fit for rear-facing, forward-facing, and booster seats, as well as seat belts. Free car seats are also available for qualifying low-income families or those on Medical Assistance.

Staff and volunteers offer assistance with:- Decision-making- Assessments for services- Medical escorts for doctor appointments- Home safety assessments- Assistance with needed paperwork for application for services- Connection to programs and referrals- Checkbook balancing- Respite care- Friendly visitors- Transportation- Grocery assistance- Chore requests- Senior companion- Fall prevention education- Books to Go program

Provides fire and rescue services including:- Blood pressure checks- CPR training- Car seat safety inspections- Emergency medical services- File of Life kits: Red magnetic folder provided to residents to highlight vital personal data in case of an emergency- Fire suppression- Fire prevention education- Fire permits- Inspection and testing of fire protection systems- Lockbox: A secure lockbox is provided and placed at the entrance door of the resident's home. A key to the home is placed within the lockbox, which can only be accessed by special key carried by police and fire personnel.- Medicine disposal bags: Offers free medication disposal bags to residents to get rid of unused prescription medications- Technical and water rescues

Home CareSpecialized nursing care is provided by public health nurses in the home to assist with medication management, wound care, dressing changes, post-operative care, and other services ordered by the client's physician. The public health nurse may also assign a licensed practical nurse or home health aide to assist in the care of the client.Home health aides/elder care aides provide personal care (hair washing, showers, nail care, etc.), visiting, light housekeeping, and other services for clients with medical or health problems. Aides may also monitor vital signs and provide basic health services. The public health staff is available to perform home safety checks for families with children or for elders. A limited number of safety items may be available following the home safety check. Instruction on how to use this equipment will be provided, although the nursing staff cannot install the equipment for families.Community Health Representatives (CHR) TransportationProvides transportation for individuals to medical, dental, and optical appointments only after all other resources are exhausted. Appointments should be confirmed with the CHR's schedule to assure that clients arrive on time to their appointments. No one under the age of 18 will be transported without a parent. All persons being transported are required to wear a seat belt at all times. Delivers medical prescriptions to homebound elders who have no other means of obtaining their medication.

Bike Helmet Safety:- Distributes and properly fits bike helmets- Helmets available to purchaseCar Seat Checks:- Provides car seat inspections- Provides convertible, forward facing with harness, low and high back booster car seats. Availability may fluctuateChildren's Safety Camp:- Hosts a camp to educate kids on a variety of safety topics.

Services include:- Car seat inspection clinics- Commercial and residential condemnation process- Fire inspection services- Fire investigation services- Fire prevention education- FIRST Fire Intervention Referral Safety Team (Juvenile Fire Setter Program)- Operational permits for all businesses and commercial tenantsRental license administration:- Application- Renewal inspections- Tenant complaintsSolid waste compliance issues:- Abandoned vehicles- Blight- Garbage- Vacant or dilapidated buildings

Offers family health and child development services which may include:- Car seat safety education?- Home visits to pregnant individuals and first-time parents- Postnatal home visit