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Empowers people to engage in civic life and public policy, to make Minnesota a better place to live and work. Provides civic engagement and public policy solutions in the areas of aging, caregiving, education, governance, workforce, and public safety. Services provided: - Capital Pathways Program: Aims to build a representative democracy through paid policy internships and professional development for college students who identify as Black, Indigenous, or people of color. Provides a paid internship to college students within government, nonprofit, corporate, law, and lobbying organizations that work at or around the State Capitol during the legislation session. - Policy projects that bring individuals with varying viewpoints and perspectives to develop policy solutions to common problems, elevating lived experiences and local expertise - Public events on public policy issues in accessible spaces that highlight community leaders inspiring civic engagement. Current events include the Mind Opener series, partner series such as Interconnected: Rural-Urban Conversations, and the annual Civic Celebration.

Information available to the public on programs of AARP including: - AARP Driver Safety Program: Driving program geared to assist seniors in maintaining and improving their driving skills. Initial class is 8 hours, follow-up classes are 4 hours every 3 years for a mandatory 10% discount on auto insurance in Minnesota - Information on insurance for automobiles, homes, mobile homes, motor club, health and life, prescriptions, investments, etc. - Information on legal services for seniors - Publications of AARP available - Information on tax assistance sites available to seniors February - April

- Injury prevention activities in these fields - workplace, home, traffic, youth, and seniors - Speakers and trainers, educational materials, videos, and literature on workplace safety training and consultation (OSHA compliance, effective safety programs, specific safety topics), workplace traffic safety training and consultation (driver safety, DOT compliance, fleet safety, etc.), childhood injury prevention consultants, and older adult injury prevention - Sponsors Minnesota Safety and Health Conference

Offers immigration issues and civil rights information and refers individuals to legal assistance resources in the community Note: Does not provide legal services

Provides information on autism, signs, safety facts, wandering, bullying prevention, local chapters, and resources including: - Downloadable tool kits - Free online webinars on topics affecting individuals with autism and their families - Local support groups

- Attract people, tourists, permanent and seasonal residents and businesses to the area. - Raise the awareness of city, county, state and federal governments and legislative developments that affect the area. - Enhance public relations through marketing, programs, and events which encourage total community awareness of the area. - Advance business, professional, education, church and community health in the area. - Provide information and referral services to residents and visitors, such as: Housing, Schools, Churches, Businesses, Events, Lodging. - Promote the area by Coordinating and sponsoring events with other organizations and maintain good relationships with all other organizations and agencies.

Advocates will present on any of the following topics or provide materials for: - Community Involvement in Ending Domestic Violence - How to Actively Address Domestic Violence - Men's Use of Violence in Intimate Partner Relationships - Teen Dating Violence - The Impact of Domestic Violence on Children - Understanding Domestic Violence - Women's Use of Violence in Intimate Partner Relationships

- Provides legislative and group advocacy to seniors in Minnesota - Studies legislation concerning mature citizens - Publishes bimonthly magazines including AARP Bulletin and AARP: The Magazine

Provides pregnancy resources, including: - Center has videos, literature, cassette tapes, and speakers available upon request - Emergency baby food, formula, and diapers - Free pregnancy tests - Learn to Earn program: Participants attend classes, read books, and watch videos to earn points, which are then used to "purchase" items such as baby furniture and baby clothing. - Maternity and infant/child clothing, baby care books, and toys - Pro-life counseling services - Staffed by trained volunteers

- Issue and Education Forums: Local Leagues around the state conduct Issue and Education forums to help their communities understand what's at stake - Studies and Publications: Conducts periodic studies about important issues with regard to voting, the election process, and the legislature - Youth Civic Engagement: Young people get an opportunity to engage with their government and learn about democracy alongside their peers

12 step support group which helps people overcome problems with food. Support groups are run by participants. Services include: - Online locator tool to find a meeting throughout Minnesota - Face-to-face, online, telephone and non-real-time meeting options - Open meetings, closed meetings, special focus and special topic - Resources include a document library, guidelines, FAQs, podcasts and videos, and online bookstore

Offers a website listing about mental health disorders, relationship and family advice, a practicing professional directory, articles and magazines, and locator tools to find help. Listed are private-practicing therapists, psychiatrists, support groups, and treatment centers. - Click here to find a therapist: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists ? - Click here to find a psychiatrist: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/psychiatrists - Click here to find a support group: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/groups - Click here to find a treatment center: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/treatment-rehab

Resource Center for information, reports, and maps about Metro Council and regional issues. Choose from 200 reports, publications, maps and fact sheets. Many are available on the website. Publications include: - Thrive MSP 2040 Plan - 2030 Regional Development Framework - Facts and Figures about the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area - Regional Census Data and Economic Profiles - Role of the Metro Council - Water Quality and Transportation Data and Plans Consumer publications include: - Annual report - Council member and committee information - Regional parks and other maps - Transit information (no schedules)

- Diabetes related individual and group education - Speakers for community and organizations in Native population - Foot care and education - Nutrition counseling for diabetes - Certified diabetes educators - Blood sugar monitors for eligible clients

Connects individuals with information and resources to help gain access to post-secondary education. Services include: - Information about public postsecondary education - Publications relating to post-secondary education - Student resources

- Acute care - Cervical and colorectal cancer screening - Child and teen check-ups - Chronic disease management - Contraceptive management - COVID-19 vaccinations - Health and nutrition education, including bilingual health education materials - Immunizations - Limited prenatal care - Pregnancy screening - Referrals and care coordination - Sexually transmitted disease screening - Sports physicals - Well baby check-ups - Women's health

Information and resources for veterans, individuals, family members, and professionals concerning post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). No direct clinical care or advice provided. - Fact sheets - Online courses - Reviews of best treatments for PTSD - Videos

Program offers practical support, resources, and connection for widows navigating life after loss, including: - Memorial Gifts: Provides memorial gift boxes to newly widowed individuals. Each box includes a $50 gift card, a floating lantern with a Sharpie marker for writing a message, a handwritten card, lotion, a notebook, protein bars, and warm socks. A QR code is included for private access to online resources. - Resource Network: Offers a vetted directory of trusted service providers, including financial advisors and home service professionals. Many offer free or discounted support. Widows can register using their zip code to filter and access relevant local resources. Website content is tailored based on registration responses, offering targeted resources such as parenting support or solo living advice. ?- The Widow's Compass: Provides an interactive checklist to help manage post-loss tasks. The tool includes links, reminders, and tips designed to prevent costly errors and support informed decision-making. - TWC Connect: Offers opportunities for personal connection through one-on-one matches, small groups, and quarterly gatherings. Events may feature guest speakers and are designed to encourage community and peer support. - TWC Work Days: Provides seasonal volunteer assistance with yardwork three times per year. Spring and fall focus on cleanup; summer is dedicated to weeding. Volunteers may include students, widows, or community members offering practical help and support.

Program focuses on making essential community resources easier to find, understand, and use. Creates and distributes clear, accessible materials in English and Spanish such as red cards, rights information, local resource lists, and printed or digital flyers that guide individuals and families toward food assistance, legal support, mental health services, housing contacts, and other available help. This program supports quality of life and well-being by removing language, cultural, and informational barriers that often stand in the way of stability and progress. It ensures that families receive reliable guidance, understand their options, and know where to turn in moments of need, so they can move forward with confidence.

- Acute care - Cervical and colorectal cancer screening - Child and teen check-ups - Chronic disease management - Contraceptive management - COVID-19 vaccinations - Health and nutrition education, including bilingual health education materials - Immunizations - Limited prenatal care - Pregnancy screening - Referrals and care coordination - Sexually transmitted disease screening - Sports physicals - Well baby check-ups - Women's health

Handles consumer complaints, mediation of disputes with businesses and/or referral to other appropriate governmental agencies. The complaint process can include a wide variety of consumer areas including utilities, student loans, automobiles, and scams of all types. Provides information on consumer laws and consumer issues through telephone contacts and consumer information brochures. Includes information on the Fair Credit Reporting Act and similar Minnesota statute involving credit checks and background checks. Provides information on Minnesota charities and the laws that govern them. Brochures available free of charge include, but not limited to: - Abusive/Predatory Lending - Cars for Charity: A Guide to Vehicle Donations - Conciliation Court - Debt Collection Fact Sheet - Disaster Information - Foreign Advance Fee Fraud - Guarding Your Privacy: Tips to Prevent Identity Theft - Home Buyer's Handbook - Landlords and Tenants: Rights and Responsibilities - Managing Your Health Care - Mental Health Care - Seniors' Legal Rights - Student Loan Guide - The Car Handbook - The Credit Handbook - Tips For Charitable Giving ?Website https://www.ag.state.mn.us/Office/Publications.asp contains additional information and full text of most brochures as well.

24 hour advocacy services available, 7 days per week Crisis Intervention O.F.P.'s provided by Shelter Advocate Assist with reparations applications General advocacy: information/referrals/resources Supportive one-on-one advocacy Victim's Rights Safety Planning Education Group Sessions (cycle of domestic abuse, dynamics of domestic violence, etc.) Transportation and accompaniment (business related meetings) Child care availability for meetings and in-house group sessions Talking Circles Cultural teaching circles Healthy living life skills sessions Sexual Abuse Educational Sessions Cultural healing, smudging, self care group support Provide "Evaluation of Services" form for residents Accompaniment to exams for sexual assault adult victims Follow-up advocacy available

Educates individuals touched by adoption (e.g., birth and adoptive parents) through informational materials and support, and offers training for people connected to adoption.

Provides a 4-point program serving those with addictive behaviors, which includes substance use, activity, and process addictions. Programs include: - Annual conferences for volunteers, professionals, and participants committed to self-empowerment recovery - SMART Recovery Group Meetings: Free and guided by trained facilitators, meetings are usually 90 minutes long, and meeting formats include discussing or working on the SMART recovery tool. Meetings are held virtually or in person. An online search tool is available to find a local meeting. - SMART Recovery handbooks, toolkits, blogs, podcasts, and videos for people seeking support for themselves or those seeking support for a family member or friend - Trained volunteers facilitate and lead mutual support group discussions on topics. Topics include building and maintaining motivation, coping with urges/cravings, managing thoughts, feelings/behaviors, and living a balanced life.

Provides support to families of the LGBTQ community and for parents who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and/or queer. Services include: - Books for parents and children - Legal and legislative advocacy. Tracks legislation at the federal and state levels on a range of issues. - Resource directory for family planning, including fertility clinics, midwives, and more - Resource library of articles for families to explore topics on adoption, parenting, and more - School advocacy and educational events - Speak Out program for opportunities to be connected to panels, workshops, media interviews, blog writing, policy work, and podcasts