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Dakota County Community Services Division
County Programs for Food Support
Apply for county programs that help pay for food
Description
County programs that help pay for food include:
- Minnesota Food Assistance Program (MFAP): Provides food assistance to legal noncitizens ages 50 and older who do not qualify for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
- Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP): Helps families meet their basic needs, while helping parents move to financial stability through work
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): Helps those with low income get the food they need for nutritious and well-balanced meals
- Women, Infants and Children (WIC): Nutrition program for eligible pregnant women, new mothers, babies and young children to eat well, learn about nutrition, and stay healthy
Features
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Area Served by County
- Dakota County
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Specialization
- People with low income
Eligibility
Check specific program guidelines for requirements.
Location
1 Mendota Rd W, West St. Paul, MN, 55118
Area Served
Dakota County
Phone Numbers
- Primary Contact for this program: 651-554-5611
- Main: 651-554-6600
- Public Health: 651-554-6100
Websites
Other Services at this Location
- Apply for Waiver Programs Accepts applications for Medical Assistance/Medicaid waiver programs
- County Programs for Families Apply for county programs that provide financial assistance and supportive resources to families
- 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
- Housing Stabilization Services (HSS) Medical Assistance benefit to help people with disabilities and seniors find and keep housing
- 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
- Teen Parent Assistance Helps prepare young parents with classes or other educational programs and support
Last Update
6/6/2024