Benton County Human Services

County Programs for Families

Apply for county programs that provide financial assistance and supportive resources to families

Description

County programs for families with children include:

Features

  • Area Served by County
    • Benton County
  • Specialization
    • Family
    • People with low income

Eligibility

Check specific program guidelines for requirements.

Location

531 Dewey St, Foley, MN, 56329

Area Served

Benton County

Phone Numbers

  • Primary Contact for this program: 320-968-5087
  • TDD: 320-968-8842
  • Toll Free: 800-530-6254

Email

publichealth@co.benton.mn.us

Websites

Other Services at this Location

  • Apply for Waiver Programs Accepts applications for Medical Assistance/Medicaid waiver programs
  • Child and Teen Checkups (C&TC) Coordinators connect individuals to well-child care and screenings for eligible newborns, children and young adults
  • Child Foster Care (CFC) Licensing The local county office that oversees licenses for child foster care. Foster care is a temporary safe family home for children who have been placed by a court order or a voluntary placement agreement.
  • Child Support Services (CSS) The Minnesota Department of Human Services Child Support Division and county child support agencies work with both parents to establish and enforce child support court orders.
  • County Programs for Food Support Apply for county programs that help pay for food
  • County Programs for Income Assistance Apply for county programs that help pay for basic needs
  • County Programs for People with Disabilities Apply for county programs that serve people with disabilities
  • Family Home Visiting Expectant parents and parents or caregivers of young children can receive in-home support including education on pregnancy topics, parenting skills and connections to community resources.
  • Follow Along Program Program that helps to make sure children are learning and growing appropriately for their age
  • Parent Support Outreach Program (PSOP) A voluntary, early intervention service that focuses on helping expecting and parenting at-risk families thrive.
  • Public Health Clinic Public health departments offer screenings, health education and wellness services
  • WIC - Supplemental Nutrition Program A nutrition and breastfeeding program that helps young families eat well and be healthy. Learn about nutrition during pregnancy and feeding your baby and young children; meet breastfeeding goals; and buy healthy food using your WIC card.

Last Update

3/27/2024