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:

Features

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

Eligibility

Check specific program guidelines for requirements.

Location

14955 Galaxie Ave, Apple Valley, MN, 55124

Area Served

Dakota County

Phone Numbers

  • Primary Contact for this program: 651-554-5611
  • Main: 952-891-7500

Websites

Other Locations

Other Services at this Location

  • Adult Mental Health Crisis Response Services Immediate help for people having urgent problems with depression, panic, anxiety, delusions, or other mood or behavior disorders
  • 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.
  • Children's Mental Health Crisis Response Services (CRS) Professional help 24/7 for children or youth experiencing a mental health crisis to help the child be safe, stay in their home, and get connected to support
  • 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