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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

Pro-life pregnancy support services, including:- Confidential pregnancy testing- Life coaching services- Material Assistance: Diapers and wipes, formula, maternity and baby clothing, cribs, and car seats- Pre-natal and parenting classes- Referrals for adoption services, financial aid, housing, legal assistance, and medical care- STI testing and treatment- Ultrasounds

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).

Provides police and emergency response for the city of Grand Rapids and surrounding areas - Services: - Police Bike Patrol - Police K-9 Unit - Drug Task Force - Emergency Response Team (SWAT) - Bicycle Registrations (Free) - Handgun Permits (City Residents only) - Lockout Service - Keys locked in cars (not trunks) $20 charge (Due within 20 days) Also includes Police Reserve (218)326-4656, Duane Helmer - Volunteers who assist the police department when needed - Traffic and crowd control, etc - Block Clubs - Neighborhood Watch Program Car Seat and Safety Program (Free) - Serves residents of Itasca County - Car and booster seats by referral only - Contact Jackie Heinrich or Troy Scott at (218)326-3464 9 am - 3 pm Tuesday and Thursday - Evening appointments contact Troy Scott at (218)326-3464

Families with limited income or whose children participate in a Medical Assistance program may be eligible for a free car seat and education.

Pro-life support for pregnant women, including:- 24-hour voicemail- Car seat program that includes education, installation, and a car seat- Community resource referrals- Educational classes- Infant supplies- Life skills education- Maternity clothing- Pregnancy tests- Pro-life peer counseling- Second Story: Provides a transitional housing/life skills program for pregnant or new moms- Sleep Safely Program: A "learn and earn" program where parents learn about infant care and development, preventing abusive head trauma, and reducing the risk of SIDS, and receive a new baby crib, mattress, and bedding- Work readiness program NOTE: Does not offer or refer to abortion services

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.

Provides educational classes to pregnant women, mothers, parents, or individuals making an adoption plan to engage in positive mentor relationships, life coaching, setting goals, and activities, with the opportunity to earn items.Items Earned by Participation:- Adult care items- Breastfeeding supplies- Infant care items such as clothing, diapers, diaper wipes, etc.- Maternity clothes voucher and baby clothing voucher- Pack N'Play and/or car seatEducational Classes Offered:- Breastfeeding education and support- Car seat safety education- Childbirth education- Doula services- Infant CPR- Infant care- Life groups- Life skills- Parenting- Safe sleep

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.

Public health nurses provide services by phone, at community sites, or at home visits with families for the following services:- Childhood safety and injury prevention- Child passenger safety seats may be available to families receiving Medical Assistance (MA)- Family and community relationships- Follow Along Program (FAP): helps parents monitor their children's development- Health and nutrition- Healthy pregnancies- Infant and child growth and development?- Positive parenting

Provide care consultation and public health nursing services for pregnant women, new parents, and infants and children. Services include:- Breastfeeding support- Education regarding the health, growth, and development of newborns, infants, and children including developmental screenings- Individual instruction on correct use of child passenger safety seats (an appointment is necessary)- Infant/children's mental health (social and emotional development) information- Information and referrals to support resources for infants/children with special health needs- Information regarding pregnancy, labor, and delivery- Perinatal depression screening- Pregnancy prevention information- Self care and nutrition informationThis office also offers child passenger safety seats for eligible families.Maternal and Child Health nurses provided ongoing home visits for infants and children from birth to age 3 to support healthy development and address developmental concerns.MCH nurse can help with scheduling and arranging for transportation or language interpreters when needed.

Families with limited income or whose children participate in a Medical Assistance program may be eligible for a free car seat and education.

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.

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.

Public health nurses provide services by phone, at community sites, or at home visits with families for the following services:- Childhood safety and injury prevention- Child passenger safety seats may be available to families receiving Medical Assistance (MA)- Family and community relationships- Follow Along Program (FAP): helps parents monitor their children's development- Health and nutrition- Healthy pregnancies- Infant and child growth and development?- Positive parenting

Offers trained car seat technicians at each of our office locations to answer questions about what size car seat right to use or if needing help accessing a car seat.

Home Visiting Program- Home visits are offered to pregnant women, infants, and children to provide ongoing support.Maternal Child Health Services- All Becker County families with a newborn are contacted by a Community Health Nurse. A home visit will be offered to provide new parents with information on feeding choices, newborn cares and additional support.Parental, Childbirth, and Newborn Education- Educational support is offered to all residents of Becker County. Material presented is tailored to meet the specific needs including labor and delivery, breastfeeding, bottle feeding and newborn/postpartum care.Breastfeeding Resources- Becker County WIC office sponsors a Breastfeeding Support Group that meets monthly. Online Breastfeeding Support Group.Car Seat Program- Medica and Blue Plus have a car seat program for children up to 8 years of age. Education and installation of the car seat are offered to any resident of Becker County.Immunizations- Infant, child and adult immunizations can be done at Becker County Community Health by appointment.Follow Along Program- Consists of a series of developmental questionnaires the parent completes and returns to Becker County Community Health. The questionnaire is scored and a letter is sent to the parent with the results. This program is free to all children in Becker County under the age of 36 months.

Municipal Law Enforcement Services:- General crime reporting- Animal control officer- Canine Program- Crime victim/witness support- Law enforcement records/files- Missing persons location assistance- Child safety seat inspectionsPrescription Take-Back Program:- Drop box located in the sheriff's office lobby- Do NOT bring thermometers, needles, or medical waste of any typeD.A.R.E. - Drug Abuse Resistance Education:Uniformed law enforcement officers teach D.A.R.E. one hour a week for 17 weeks. Lessons focus on providing accurate information about alcohol and drugs, teaching students decision-making skills, showing students how to resist peer pressure and encouraging students to develop healthy interests and resist drug abuse.

Offers trained car seat technicians at each of our office locations to answer questions about what size car seat right to use or if needing help accessing a car seat.

Works with Public Health and other agencies statewide to distribute car seats and provide safety education to members. Knowing how to install and use a car seat is a requirement for a member to receive a free car seat. Limit one car seat per member. The seat style for each child will be decided by the agency that gives you the seat.

Helps ensure the health of pregnant, and postpartum women, infants, and special needs children. Information and assistance are provided through public health clinics or home visits such as:- After-home care and resources to assist new mothers such as exercise programs, health needs, parenting education, newborn care, nutritional needs, and infant growth and development- Car seat program providing education and distribution of car seats for children birth to 8 years- Child immunizations, physical development screening, and well-baby checks at public health clinics- Fetal Alcohol Syndrome/Fetal Alcohol Effect including home visits- Guidelines for parents to provide safe care and a healthy environment for their child- Identification of problems and early intervention activities in conjunction with families and schools to assist families with special needs children- Nutritional assessment and counseling/education- Prenatal health needs include nutrition, weight gain, exercise, and substance use- Preparation of labor and delivery- Prevention of child maltreatment- Special care for high risk pregnant women- Supportive community resources