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- Pregnant and Expectant Families Resources for pregnant and expectant families that support healthy prenatal care, education, and basic needs.
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Healthy Development and Screening
- Healthy Development and Screening Learn more about how your child is developing through one of Minnesota’s programs that support families who have children birth to 7 years of age. Programs offer a variety of services that include developmental screening, parent support, fun activities to support a child’s development, and connections to other helpful services.
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- Developmental and Behavior Concerns Evaluation and services when a provider or caregiver has developmental, behavioral, or mental health concerns.
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- Disability Services and Resources Community supports and services for children with disabilities and their families.
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- Early Learning and Child Care Education and child care resources for children and families.
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  - Paying for Child Care, Preschool and Other Early Learning Programs
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- Family Well-Being and Mental Health Services that support family health, mental health, and safety
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    - Early Childhood Family Education
  - Programs For Specific Populations
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American Indian Families
- American Indian Families Resources and supports for American Indian children and families living on and off Tribal Nation lands.
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- Caregiving and Community Support Resources for homeless, immigrants, refugees, teen parents, and other family situations
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- Dental and Health Care Resources to find and access affordable dental and health care services
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- Basic Needs Public programs and resources that help with food, health care, housing, transportation, and utilities.
  - Financial Assistance
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  - Transportation
  - Energy Assistance and Weatherization
    - Energy Assistance Programs
    - Weatherization Assistance Programs
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    - Job Training
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- Legal Services Resources for low-cost or free legal services and information

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Minnesota Food HelpLine 534 Results

Call 1-888-711-1151, chat or email to get help from the Minnesota Food HelpLine to see if you qualify for SNAP (formerly known as Food Stamps) or to learn more about food shelves, free meals, farmers’ markets, or other food resources in your area (available from Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.).

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Catholic Charities of Southern MN

Catholic Charities of Southern MNLink: view organization details

Birthing and Parenting Education Catholic Charities - Mankato (N Broad St) Address201 N Broad St, Ste 100, Mankato, MN, 56001 Phone number(507) 287-7807 Emailinfo@ccsomn.org Website addresshttps://www.ccsomn.org/programs/pregnancy-parenting-adoption/baby-items

Area Served: Southern Minnesota. Service area may be dependent on program.

DeafLEAD

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Crisis Line Address2505 W Ash St, Columbia, MO, 65203 EmailAdvocacy@DeafLEAD.org Website addresshttps://deaflead.org/services/crisis-intervention/disaster-distress-helpline

Area Served: Nationwide

Childhelp

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Crisis Line - National Child Abuse Hotline Address6730 N Scottsdale Rd, Ste 150, Scottsdale, AZ, 85253 Phone number(800) 422-4453 Website addresshttps://childhelphotline.org

Area Served: Nationwide

Christ the King Lutheran Church - Mankato

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Free or Low-Cost Meals Christ the King Lutheran Church Address222 Pfau St, Mankato, MN, 56001 Phone number(507) 345-5056 Emailcommunications@ctkmankato.org Website addresshttps://ctkmankato.org/worship/wednesday-nights

Area Served: Mankato area

CVS/Pharmacy

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Medical Equipment and Supplies CVS/Pharmacy - Mankato (Madison) Address1175 Madison Ave, Mankato, MN, 56001 Phone number(507) 625-1791 Website addresshttps://www.cvs.com

Area Served: Blue Earth County

CVS/Pharmacy

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Medical Equipment and Supplies CVS/Pharmacy - Mankato (Monks) Address1610 Monks Ave, Mankato, MN, 56001 Phone number(507) 625-1553 Website addresshttps://www.cvs.com

Area Served: Blue Earth County

CVS/Pharmacy

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Medical Equipment and Supplies CVS/Pharmacy - Mankato (Adams) Address1850 Adams St, Mankato, MN, 56001 Phone number(507) 625-9009 Website addresshttps://www.cvs.com

Area Served: Blue Earth County

Cradle of Hope

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Help Paying for Basic Needs Address1970 Oakcrest Ave, Ste 104, Roseville, MN, 55113 Phone number(651) 636-0637 Website addresshttps://cradleofhope.org/get-assistance/rent-mortgage

Area Served: Statewide

Cradle of Hope

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Help Paying for Medical Costs Address1970 Oakcrest Ave, Ste 104, Roseville, MN, 55113 Phone number(651) 636-0637 Website addresshttps://cradleofhope.org/get-assistance/medical-bills

Area Served: Statewide

Cradle of Hope

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Birthing and Parenting Education Address1970 Oakcrest Ave, Ste 104, Roseville, MN, 55113 Phone number(651) 636-0637 Website addresshttps://cradleofhope.org/get-assistance/wellness-baskets

Area Served: Statewide

Cradle of Hope

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Parenting Support Address1970 Oakcrest Ave, Ste 104, Roseville, MN, 55113 Phone number(651) 636-0637 Website addresshttps://cradleofhope.org

Area Served: Statewide

CommonBond Communities

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Subsidized Housing - Privately Owned Dublin Crossing Address920 Patriot Dr, Mankato, MN, 56001 Phone number(507) 978-0106 Website addresshttps://commonbond.org

Area Served: Blue Earth County

Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Children's Museum of Southern MinnesotaLink: view organization details

Free or Low-Cost Early Learning Activities Address224 Lamm St, Mankato, MN, 56001 Phone number(507) 386-0279 Emailinfo@cmsouthernmn.org Website addresshttps://www.cmsouthernmn.org/gateway-to-play

Area Served: Blue Earth County

Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota (DSAM)

Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota (DSAM)Link: view organization details

Parenting Support Address656 Transfer Rd, St. Paul, MN, 55114 Phone number(651) 603-0720 Emaildsamn@dsamn.org Website addresshttps://dsamn.org/programs-and-services/families-and-caregivers/early-years-birth-5

Area Served: Minnesota

Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota (DSAM)

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Activities for People with Disabilities Address656 Transfer Rd, St. Paul, MN, 55114 Phone number(651) 603-0720 Emaildsamn@dsamn.org Website addresshttps://dsamn.org/get-involved/upcoming-events/this-weeks-activities

Area Served: Minnesota

Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota (DSAM)

Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota (DSAM)Link: view organization details

Support Group - Down Syndrome Address656 Transfer Rd, St. Paul, MN, 55114 Phone number(651) 603-0720 Emaildsamn@dsamn.org Website addresshttps://dsamn.org/get-involved/upcoming-events/this-weeks-activities#793

Area Served: Minnesota

Deep Valley Birth Collective

Deep Valley Birth CollectiveLink: view organization details

Doula Support Molly Sward AddressMankato, MN, 56001 Emailmsward429@gmail.com Website addresshttps://www.deepvalleybc.com

Area Served: Blue Earth, Faribault, Le Sueur, Nicollet, Waseca

Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP)

Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP)Link: view organization details

Find a Provider - Parent Coach AddressSan Francisco, CA, 94112 Website addresshttps://childtrauma.ucsf.edu/cpp-provider-roster

Area Served: Statewide

Committee Against Domestic Abuse - CADA

Committee Against Domestic Abuse - CADALink: view organization details

Domestic Violence Shelter Call for Location Phone number(800) 477-0466 Emailinfo@cadamn.org Website addresshttps://www.cadamn.org/emergency-shelter

Area Served: Blue Earth, Brown, Faribault, Le Sueur, Martin, Nicollet, Sibley, Waseca, and Watonwan counties

Committee Against Domestic Abuse - CADA

Committee Against Domestic Abuse - CADALink: view organization details

Domestic Violence Support Services Call for Location Phone number(507) 625-8688 Emailinfo@cadamn.org Website addresshttps://www.cadamn.org/community-advocacy

Area Served: Blue Earth, Brown, Faribault, Le Sueur, Martin, Nicollet, Sibley, Waseca, and Watonwan counties

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Basic Needs

Financial Assistance
- Find out what you may be eligible for: Bridge to Benefits
- Apply for Benefits: MN Benefits (mn.gov)
- County Programs for Families
- Community Action Agencies
Food
- Minnesota Food HelpLine
- County Programs for Food Support
- Free Meals for Kids - Hunger Impact Partners: Mobile App
- SUN Bucks (Summer EBT)
- Food Shelves and Food Distribution
- WIC (Prenatal to age 5)
Housing
- Homeless Services: Coordinated Entry Access Points
- Shelters
- Transitional Housing Programs
- Housing Benefits 101
- Housing Link
- Affordable Housing Options
- Help to Find Housing
- Family Homeless and Prevention Assistance Program
- Rent Payment Assistance
- MN Housing Ownership
Transportation
- Transportation Services
- Local Bus Service
- Greater MN Transit options
- Metro Transit
- Low-Cost Car Repair
- Medical Transportation
Energy Assistance and Weatherization
- Energy Assistance Programs
- Weatherization Assistance Programs
Job Training and Career Development
- Job Training
- Career Development and Counseling

Help Me Connect is an interagency collaboration between Minnesota's Departments of Children, Youth and Families; Education; Health; and Human Services.

Help Me Grow provides resources on infant and young child development, and what to do when there are concerns.

For questions, more information, or to suggest a new resource, please contact us at HelpMeConnect@state.mn.us

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