Families First of Minnesota

Crisis Nursery

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

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

Services are available 24/7 to all families living in Olmsted County

Additional services include:

• Crisis counseling and support
• Parent education
• Referrals to other stabilization resources

Eligibility

Children ages birth - 12 years old living in Olmsted County, regardless of income.

Application Instructions

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

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

Fee

Free