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Families First of Minnesota

Families First of Minnesota - Main Office


Crisis Nursery

Short-term child care for families going through a crisis or stressful situation

Eligibility

Children ages birth - 12 years old living in Olmsted, Wabasha, Goodhue, Dodge, Filmore, Mower and Winona counties, regardless of income.

Application Instructions

Call (507) 287-2020 to access Crisis Nursery services Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 4:30pm. Appointments are recommended.

For after-hour Crisis Nursery services, please call (507) 535-5625.

Fee

Free


Description

Immediate child care is available to kids that need temporary supervision. A crisis nursery is generally available on a 24/7 basis. Crisis intervention services can include child abuse prevention and family support programs.

Services are available to families experiencing:

  • Medical or mental health concerns
  • Housing problems
  • Financial strain or lapse in Child Care Assistance benefit
  • Divorce or separation
  • Family violence
  • Emergency situations

Additional Information

Additional services include:

  • Assist families with exploring ongoing child care options
  • Support
  • Diaper services
  • Referrals to community

Features

  • Area Served by County
    • Dodge County
    • Fillmore County
    • Goodhue County
    • Mower County
    • Olmsted County
    • Wabasha County
    • Winona County
  • New Parent/Baby Supplies
    • Diapers

Location

126 Woodlake Dr SE, Rochester, MN, 55904

Area Served

Olmsted County

Phone Numbers

  • Primary Contact for this program: 507-287-2020
  • Toll Free: 800-462-1660

Email

crisisn@familiesfirstmn.org

Business Hours

8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday

Websites

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Last Update 10/11/2026