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Offer resources, referrals, and support, including: Financial - Access to free financial literacy materials and programs - Emergency funds assistance through various organizations - Personal financial counseling for service members - Tax assistance Home - Connect with local veteran and community resources for homelessness support - Home repair and maintenance assistance Health and well-being - Access to free drug and alcohol screening and classes for service members - Childcare assistance - Food insecurity support - Provide information on a wide range of military-friendly counseling services and resources, including free non-medical counseling - Tricare medical and dental insurance information Education - Connections with veteran services through Minnesota State schools - Information on grants and scholarships for current service members, spouses, and children - Military education benefits Career - Assistance in connecting with employment placement - Connect to Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) for employer/employee legal support and employer/employee recognition - Federal employment opportunities through USAJobs - Hiring resources through the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development - Minnesota National Guard full-time job opportunities

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

Provides information on available resources and how to access the following: - Advocacy - Assistance accessing resources and programs, including care coordination for UCare seniors and UCare Connect Special Needs Basic Care (CSNBC) - Information about area resources for seniors, including financial assistance programs, Medicare program education, and Personal Care Assistant (PCA) - Provide online support group information and resources for individuals living with Alzheimer's or other dementias and caregivers

Lakes and Pines may provide vouchers to those in need for a voucher for clothing at local thrift stores. Also, provide resources to local food shelves in the area.

One-stop service center for victims and survivors of domestic violence that is staffed by a collaborative of 18 agencies that provide legal advocacy services at court. Available services may include: - Crisis intervention and personal advocacy - Legal advocacy - Legal consultation and representation - Law enforcement investigation and prosecution of offenders - Order for Protection and Harassment Restraining Orders writing/filing for victims - Referral to shelter, permanent and transitional housing, employment, personal counseling, safe child visitation services, and other community partners - Supervised play for children while the parent/guardian is accessing services After hours or on the weekends, individuals should call the Saint Paul Domestic Abuse Intervention Project. See separate listing.

A network of after-school and summer programs in Saint Paul in collaboration with community organizations, The City of Saint Paul, and Saint Paul Public Schools.

Helps children with severe emotional disturbance and their families obtain needed mental health, medical, social, educational, and vocational services within the community. Case managers meet with clients and their families at a variety of community locations, including residences that are convenient and easily accessible for those involved in the program.

Provides mental health services for adults in need and contracts with local agencies to provide services. Services include: - Adult rehabilitative mental health services (ARMHS) - Crisis response, emergency services, and stabilization services - Education and prevention services - Mental health assessment - Mental health targeted case management - Referral to community partner mental health agencies for outpatient/inpatient treatment, day treatment, and partial hospitalization programs

Assist people with disabilities to locate available services such as: - Accessible and affordable housing - Adaptive equipment - Support services - Transportation options

Provides workforce development services, including: - Assistance with education, training, and job placement as required for employment - Employment support for blind and visually impaired adults - Employment-related services provided based on an individually developed employment plan - Information about access technology, including hands-on demonstration and assessment - Referral to resources for housing, independent living skills, and additional relevant services - Support to retain, regain, or advance in employment if eligible for services - Students ages 14 - 21 who are blind or visually impaired can apply for transition services

Assists with clients experiencing domestic violence by: - Assists in obtaining orders for protection (OFPs) - Assists victims in safety planning - Court advocacy ??- Crisis hotline for those who are victims of domestic or sexual violence - Informs victims of their rights and reparations - Providing information regarding domestic violence - Provides support if reporting to law enforcement - Provides referrals to other agencies - Supports clients as needed - Support group for victims

Trained advocates providing information and resources to people over the age of 60. The goal is to assist residents in finding resources to stay in the home and find possible options for alternative living situations. Helps with services such as: - Assist with plans for recreational activities - Caregiver education and support - Caregiver relief - Community education - Consumer protection - Deliver home meals and work with nutrition sites - Forms assistance - Health care directives - Home visits - Medicare Part D enrollment - Nutrition Assistance Program for seniors (NAP) - Partners with Senior Linkage Line and Area Agency on Aging - Scams/fraud - Senior legal rights - Transportation resources - Volunteer recruitment and training

Errands and shopping assistance - Volunteers will run local errands like picking up prescriptions or getting groceries for homebound seniors ensuring that they have the needed supplies to maintain their health and continue functioning independently at home Friendly visits - Volunteers provide social interaction for those who live alone or who would benefit from additional support and companionship Handyworker and yardwork assistance - Volunteers provide assistance with minor home repairs and maintenance (recipients are expected to pay for needed materials), outdoor chores such as garden projects, yard work, cleaning out gutters or snow removal Housekeeping and chore service - Volunteers provide assistance with routine cleaning and/or other occasional deep cleaning around the home to help ensure that seniors have a clean and safe environment which helps reduce safety risks that would be present if the senior attempted to do these chores on their own Resource and referral - Provides resources and referrals for any number of services that are not provided directly by agency Respite care - Volunteers provide the primary caregiver a temporary reprieve from their caregiving responsibilities and provide companionship and support to the senior receiving care. Faith In Action volunteers are not able to help with personal care such as toileting/bathing or assist with transfers or provide medical services such as administering medication or changing dressings. Transportation - Volunteer Drivers transport and escort participants to medical and non medical appointments helping increase mobility for seniors who are unable to drive or providing a safe alternative for those who still have a vehicle and license. Mileage reimbursement is available to all volunteer drivers.

Offers a comprehensive range of services designed to support older adults and individuals with disabilities in living safely and independently in their own homes and communities. Services include: - Advocacy: Connecting clients with resources such as the Minnesota Ombudsman Program. - Assisted Transportation: Volunteers offer in-town and out-of-town rides, with a sliding fee scale available for out-of-town trips. - Caregiver Support and Respite: Support groups and respite care to assist family caregivers in managing their responsibilities. - Correspondence Assistance: Helping individuals maintain connections with loved ones through letters and other forms of communication. - Friendly Visits and Telephone Reassurance: Regular in-person or phone check-ins to reduce isolation and provide companionship. - Health Education: Promotes wellness and chronic disease management - Information and Referral: Assistance in navigating community resources and services. - Light Housekeeping and Chores: Help with tasks such as changing light bulbs, smoke detector batteries, and light cleaning. - Shopping and Errands: Volunteer assistance with grocery shopping and other errands. - Social Activities: Assistance with attending local events and social gatherings.

Provides the following services: - Assistance in gathering and documenting evidence in criminal and civil cases - Assistance with housing, education, employment, and connecting to public benefits and community resources - Assistance with Orders for Protection/Harassment Orders - Communication network linking survivors with probation officers, prosecuting attorneys, and law enforcement - Criminal justice advocacy for victims - GED assistance for domestic abuse victims - If experiencing legal problems related to domestic violence, please call for screening and appointments - Information and referral - Support for victims including accompaniment to medical and legal procedures - Visits to victims after perpetrator has been arrested - Youth support groups and mentoring for children who have been exposed to domestic violence Safety Planning Services for individuals in various scenarios: - In a relationship - Parenting time exchanges - Post-arrest and release from jail - Post-separation or throughout continued contact with an abuser - Throughout the restraining order process

Provides a call center and nurse line available 24 hours/7 days a week, with customer service representatives and nurses available to help schedule an appointment and answer health-related questions.

Advocacy and training services to assist in developing or enhancing daily living skills to attain or maintain the desired level of independent functioning. Services may include: - Communication skill development - Employment skills ?- Finance skill development - Information and referral resources - Independent living assessments - Post-secondary education exploration - Personal growth and self-help training - Peer counseling - Self-care and daily living skill development - Transportation information including assisting individuals in studying the Minnesota Drivers Manual - Youth transition services

Helps children with severe emotional disturbance and their families obtain needed mental health, medical, social, educational, and vocational services within the community. Case managers meet with clients and their families at a variety of community locations, including residences that are convenient and easily accessible for those involved in the program.

Connects older adults and their family caregivers to resources, support, and enrichment opportunities to enhance quality of life and promote independence. Services include: - Connections to community resources to promote wellness, engagement, and aging in place - Memory loss enrichment programming for adults living with early- to mid-stage memory changes - Partnerships with congregations, such as the Care Ministry Network, to support ministries serving older adults - Support for family caregivers, including coaching, support groups, educational classes, and access to community resources The program emphasizes individualized support, education, and community engagement to help older adults and their caregivers thrive.

Assists adults with a serious and persistent mental illness in gaining access to needed medical, social, educational, vocational, and housing services within the community. Case managers meet with clients at a variety of community locations, including residences that are convenient and easily accessible for those involved in the program.

Confidential assistance: - Accompaniment during the court process - Focuses on shifting legal and protective responsibility away from victims of domestic violence to the criminal justice system and provides options and accountability for those who are abusive - Information and referral to legal, medical, and social service agencies - Provides immediate intervention and coordination with law enforcement to assist victims at times of crisis - Offers accompaniment through the justice system and strives to keep victims informed

Provides support through group meetings, one to one connections, information, individual advocacy, and education. Services include: Information & Referral - Assistance with navigating and connecting to resources Adult Advocacy - People First: Assists adults ages 18 and older to grow in self-advocacy skills, participate in the communities where they live, and engage legislatively with elected officials and candidates - Assists adults who are experiencing discrimination in the workplace, housing, education, and the justice system - Collaborates with other service providers in supporting individuals Education & Training - Disability Equality Training Series (DETS): Participants strengthen their self-advocacy and assert communication skills; explore their values and strengths; and learn about disability legislation. - VRS Community Partner: Assists with Independent Living Skills (Adults) and Pre-Employment Transition Skills (Transition Age) for individuals who are seeking employment. - Healthy Relationships: Supports children and adults with disabilities of all genders and sexual orientations. Healthy Relationships sessions include: - Respect - Communication - Different types of relationships - How to maintain relationships - Personal boundaries, values and comfort zones - Safety - Personal choice - Consent - Who is my safe person? - Self-Advocacy Training and Support Groups

- Provides assistive technology to assist with safety, communication, and automation. Assists with installation, programming, and training the user and caregiver on how to use the assistive technology. - Automation: Technology to automate can help convert traditional items to accessible items, including things like voice-controlled appliances, motion sensors to open or close doors, etc. - Communication: iPads and smart speakers can be utilized to help with eye tracking, screen-reading software, and text-to-speech communication. - Safety: Helps design components or full systems to provide a safe environment for each individual's needs. Examples include window alarms, GPS tracking watches, personal emergency devices, etc.

A service of the Minnesota Board on Aging in partnership with Minnesota's Area Agencies on Aging. Services include: - Community Supports: Connects people with community supports, such as home health care, meal preparation/delivery, transportation, and hiring someone to help at home or with yard work - Health Insurance Counseling: Helps people with questions about Medicare and other health care questions - Housing Resources: Helps people understand their housing options, such as assisted living requirements, comparing housing services and costs, and more - Preadmission Screening (PAS): Manages preadmission screening (PAS) for anyone planning to be admitted into a Minnesota nursing home - Prescription Drug Assistance: Helps those who qualify find ways to reduce prescription drug costs, including finding manufacturers' patient assistance programs and completing applications - Website of Resources: Offers a website to locate resources throughout the state for help with the home, medical costs, tax preparation, legal/advocacy, housing, transportation, food programs, benefits, health care, mental health, and more. Website is still currently in the development stage. Visit website at https://mn.gov/adresources/. NOTE: Older adults who have a case manager or care coordinator or may have questions about county program and eligibility should be referred elsewhere. The individual should be referred to their case manager, care coordinator, or county agency.

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.