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Provides health and wellness services and programs that address the unmet health care needs of Somali women, including:- Doula and home visiting services- Referrals to trusted health care providers- Trained health care MN navigators to assist with applications and renewals in Medical Assistance, MinnesotaCare, and qualified health plans

Non-profit clinic caring for underserved, low-income individuals and families, offering preventative, acute, and chronic medical care, including limited diagnostic services and medications to patients free of charge. Services include:- Acute: Upper respiratory infections, abdominal complaints, skin conditions, etc.?- Chronic: Care for hypertension, depression, and diabetes (including insulin, testing supplies, dilated eye exams, and diabetic education)?- Diagnostics: Radiology including x-ray, ultrasound, bone density, ECG, referrals for mammography, and colonoscopy?- Hispanic Family Therapy: A bilingual, bicultural psychotherapist provides short-term therapy for Spanish-speaking individuals and families with mental health concerns?- Lab: Full laboratory services?- Medication Assistance: Provides up to a 3 month supply of medications at no cost to the patient. Provides assistance applying to pharmaceutical company Patient Assistance Programs that can typically require an application and additional paperwork.?- Mental health care: Single-session therapy appointments, and referrals to local mental health professionals who can provide continuous care?- Preventative: Sports physicals, women's health, lab screening?- Resource coordination with local and state programs?- Specialty Clinics: Orthopedics, Nutrition/Diabetic Education, Optical, and Women's Health?- Telemedicine and telehealth therapy

The program's purpose is to support and empower older adults and caregivers by addressing their individual needs and preferences, enabling them to live safely and independently in their own homes, for as long as possible. Services include: - Assistance with MNSure - Confidential home visits- Eligibility Determination and Form Assistance: Help complete forms for county benefits, Energy Assistance (EAP), Medicaid/Medical Assistance (MA), Medicare D, home delivered meals, home phone discounts/free cell phones, prescription drug discount programs, and SNAP/EBT program- Help caregivers identify and meet needs of care receiver - Information and Referral: Offers resources to financial, legal, insurance, health and safety resources, housing, long-term care consultation, resources for respite care, and companionship?- Ongoing contact and support - Training for caregivers

Provides blood pressure and glucose screening related to hypertension or diabetes. Provides referrals to receive medical care.

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 resources, community education, a helpline, and a website for the public to raise awareness about advance care planning, palliative care, and hospice:- Advocacy for the needs of the terminally ill- Education for professionals and the general public regarding hospice, palliative care, and advance care planning- Free brochure "Choosing Hospice: A Consumer's Guide"- Promotion of increased access to quality hospice and palliative care for all Minnesotans- Referrals to over 70 hospice programs, and palliative care programs in Minnesota and over 1800 programs nationally- Questions answered and written materials about hospice, and palliative care and advance care planning provided- Some written materials are available in other languages

Provides in person and phone consultations to help individuals and families apply for health care programs, including MinnesotaCare, Medical Assistance (MA), and MNsure. Services may include assistance with:- Applying for private health insurance plans- Dental care insurance and finding low-cost dental care services- Emergency insurance- Hospital financial aid applications- Renewing health insurance- Referrals to community and social services

Provides mental health assessments for all ages and referrals to culturally specific therapists in and around the Twin Cities for ongoing treatment and services.

All Birthright services are free, confidential and provide:- 24 hours/7 days a week helpline and live chat through the website- Free resources for maternity and baby items and pregnancy tests- Information about pregnancy, childbirth, adoption, prenatal care, community programs, parenting skills, and child care- Referrals for medical support, financial resources, housing, legal, social assistance, and professional counseling

Connects Veterans who are homeless and at-risk of homelessness with resources for housing, health care, employment, and other services. Helps connect Veterans with:- Guidance through the disability compensation process, eligibility, claims, and application- Help with benefits-related questions with filing benefits, claims, and access VA services and programs- One-on-one support, counseling, and training for employment and readiness programs- Veteran pensions and applications

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

Public health clinics- Provides preventative dental care for children ages 21 and under at the Mower County Public Health Building and United Way office in Austin. Additionally, services are provided at the United Way Building in Olmsted County.Restorative care- Provides comprehensive restorative dental care services for children ages 21 and under who are enrolled in a Medical Assistance (MA) program with treatment needsSchool-based dental clinics and pediatric dentist- Provides comprehensive dental care services for children ages 21 and under at over 50 elementary, middle and high schools as well as Head Start sitesServices- Dental cleanings (prophylaxis) - Dental screenings/exams - Dental referrals - Extractions - Fillings - Fluoride treatments - Nutrition counseling - Oral hygiene instructions - Restorative services - Sealants - Stainless steel crowns - Varnish treatment - X-rays

Advocacy Services: ?- The center advocates in areas of civil and human rights, employment/disability benefits, housing, transportation, and on the state, local, and federal levelsEquipment Loaner Closet: - Loans a range of home medical equipment, including wheelchairs, walkers, power chairs, canes, transfer benches, raised toilet seats, and more. Equipment is available on a first-come, first-served basis and will hold equipment for 24 hours.- Swap Shop: A self-directed equipment listing available for persons shopping/looking for used equipment.Information and Referral:- Up-to-date disability information and referrals to various agencies and individuals within the region- Other Services: Includes disability benefits application assistance, housing assistance, emergency disaster preparedness plan, and moreNursing Facility Transition:- Assist individuals living with a disability to identify in transition from nursing facilities and other institutions into community settings to prevent institutionalizationPeer Support:- Assists individuals living with a disability to identify goals and work to create a unique plan to achieve those goals- Match interested consumers with a peer mentor who provides support, problem-solving, social skills, and morePersonal Assistance:- Offer skills instruction curriculum for individuals living with a disability, the fundamentals of managing their personal attendant care, including how to hire, manage, and moreRecreational Groups:- Holds various events for individuals with a disability or a health condition to meet and socialize with others through dances, parties, picnics, and outingsStaying and Aging in Place/Accessibility Assistance:- Offers accessible modification assistance and accessibility assessments for homes and businesses for safe access and increased independence in people's homes and businessesSupport Groups:- Various support groups are available to individuals who want to learn more about their particular disability, want peer support, or first-hand information on how to manage their disability. Some support groups are directly coordinated by Options, and others are independent.Youth Transition Services:- Assist youth ages 14 - 22 years who are transitioning from high school into the next phase of their life with learning the skills necessary and acquiring the resources needed to be successful

HUB Navigators provide information and links to community resources and empower patient self-advocacy. The goal is to assist the community in navigating their way through the healthcare and social service systems. Areas navigators can help with:- Adult education- Developmental referral- Employment- Family planning- Food security- Healthcare coverage- Housing- Learning- Medical referrals- Medication reconciliation & screening- Mental health- Oral health- Pregnancy & post-partum care- Social service- Substance use- Transportation

Provides specialty medical services, including: - Birthing center and prenatal care - Cancer care- Cardiovascular- Imaging- Mammograms- Neurology- Organ Transplant care- Orthopedic care- Pediatrics- Primary care- Spine care- Ultrasound

Provides specialty medical services, including: - Birthing center and prenatal care - Cancer care- Cardiovascular- Imaging- Mammograms- Neurology- Organ Transplant care- Orthopedic care- Pediatrics- Primary care- Spine care- Ultrasound

The program's purpose is to support and empower older adults and caregivers by addressing their individual needs and preferences, enabling them to live safely and independently in their own home, for as long as possible. Services provided:- Assistance with MNsure- Confidential home visits- Eligibility Determination and Form Assistance: Help complete forms for county benefits, Energy Assistance (EAP), Medicaid/Medical Assistance (MA), Medicare D, home delivered meals, home phone discounts/free cell phones, prescription drug discount programs, and SNAP/EBT program- Help caregivers identify and meet needs of care receiver- Information and Referral: Offers resources to financial, legal, insurance, health and safety resources, housing, long-term care consultation, resources for respite care, and companionship- Ongoing contact and support- Training for caregivers

Provides the following services: - Health care referrals - Advance Directives - Living wills - Nursing Home placement - Mental Health referrals - Patient advocacy - Discharge planning coordinator - Public education

Provides support to girls and women who are distressed by an unplanned pregnancy, and helps families of infants and young children. Services include:- Adoption information- Baby Cafe for nursing mothers- Baby clothes, diapers, and maternity clothing- Donations accepted for baby clothes, diapers, and maternity clothing- Friendship and emotional support- Information on other community services- Legal, medical, and educational referrals- Parenting skills classes (Financial coaching, lactation consulting/breastfeeding)- Prenatal information- Safe sleep classes (offers cribs, pack and plays)

A MN Choice Assessment will be made within 20 days of acceptance of an assessment.