A group of local agencies that plans and coordinates local services for children, youth and families

Description

The collaborative plans and coordinates local service systems for families. It works together to meet the health, educational, developmental and family-related needs of children and youth, and their families.

A collaborative does not offer the services, rather it gives families information about services and supports in their area.

For more information, see the Minnesota Department of Human Services Collaboratives website

About This Location

Service systems include:

• General services such as schools, health care, Community Action Agencies and Head Start
• Family services such as childcare and child/family welfare services
• Mental health services and substance use disorder treatment
• Public services such as county human services, public health and juvenile corrections

Features

• Area Served by County
  • Big Stone County

• Specialization
  • Family

Application Instructions

Families needing help should contact a local mental health agency, county human services or school district.