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 program for at-risk families to help prevent child abuse and neglect
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.
14955 Galaxie Ave, Apple Valley, MN, 55124
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14955 Galaxie Ave, Apple Valley, MN, 55124
Area Served
Dakota County
Phone Numbers
- Primary Contact for this program: 651-554-5611
- Main: 651-437-3191
Websites
Other Locations
- Dakota County Northern Service Center 1 Mendota Rd W, West St. Paul, MN, 55118
Other Services at this Location
- 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.
- 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.
- Parent Support Outreach Program (PSOP) A voluntary, supportive service that focuses on helping expecting and parenting 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
5/8/2025