Program Details
Dakota County Community Services Division
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:
- Diversionary Work Program (DWP): A four-month program that helps to support Minnesota parents while they find jobs
- Minnesota Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP): Helps families with low incomes pay for child care while they go to work, look for work or attend school
- Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP): Helps families in poverty with children through a cash grant, food assistance and employment services
- Parent Support Outreach: Voluntary, early intervention program for at-risk families with children (prenatal - 10 years) that supports access to needed services. Make referrals through county human services agencies.
Features
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Area Served by County
- Dakota County
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Specialization
- Family
- People with low income
Eligibility
Check specific program guidelines for requirements.
1 Mendota Rd W, West St. Paul, MN, 55118
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1 Mendota Rd W, West St. Paul, MN, 55118
Area Served
Dakota County
Apply Online
Phone Numbers
- Primary Contact for this program: 651-554-5611
- Main: 651-437-3191
Websites
Other Locations
- Dakota County Western Service Center 14955 Galaxie Ave, Apple Valley, MN, 55124
Other Services at this Location
- Apply for Waiver Programs Accepts applications for Medical Assistance/Medicaid waiver programs
- 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 supports families with young children in learning, growing and connecting to supports and services as needed.
- Housing Stabilization Services (HSS) Medical Assistance benefit that helps people with disabilities and seniors find and keep housing
- Mental Health Case Management Helps people of all ages with mental illness get services they need
- Mental Health Mobile Crisis Response Services Offers immediate emotional support by a trained counselor to help with problems such as depression, panic, anxiety, delusions, or other mood or behavior disorders. Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and serves all ages.
- Public Health Clinic Public health departments offer screenings, health education and wellness services
Last Update
5/24/2025