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- Pregnant and Expectant Families Resources for pregnant and expectant families that support healthy prenatal care, education, and basic needs.
  - Basic Needs
    - Breastfeeding and Lactation Support
    - Car Seats
    - Diapers
    - Health Insurance for Pregnant Women
    - Child Care
  - Health Care and Mental Health
  - Education and Support
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.
Developmental and Behavior Concerns
- Developmental and Behavior Concerns Evaluation and services when a provider or caregiver has developmental, behavioral, or mental health concerns.
  - MEDICAL EVALUATION
    - Health Care Providers/Clinics
  - EARLY INTERVENTION / EDUCATIONAL EVALUATION
  - SOCIAL, EMOTIONAL, OR BEHAVIORAL CONCERNS
Disability Services and Resources
- Disability Services and Resources Community supports and services for children with disabilities and their families.
Early Learning and Child Care
- Early Learning and Child Care Education and child care resources for children and families.
  - Find Child Care, Preschool and Other Early Learning Programs
  - Paying for Child Care, Preschool and Other Early Learning Programs
  - Public Libraries
  - Homeless School Liaisons
Family Well-Being and Mental Health
- Family Well-Being and Mental Health Services that support family health, mental health, and safety
  - Parenting Classes and Education Programs
  - Connect with Other Parents
    - Parenting Groups
    - Early Childhood Family Education
  - Parenting Support Programs: For Specific Populations
  - Varied Supports through Community Organizations
  - Child Care and Early Education Programs
  - Parenting Support Programs: Not sure where to start?
  - Crisis Services
  - Domestic Violence
  - Mental Health or Substance Use Disorder
American Indian Families
- American Indian Families Resources and supports for American Indian children and families living on and off Tribal Nation lands.
Caregiving and Community Support
- Caregiving and Community Support Resources for homeless, immigrants, refugees, teen parents, and other family situations
  - Adoption
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  - Grandparents/Kinship caregivers
  - Homeless Children and Families
    - Shelters and Transitional Housing Programs
    - Homeless School Liaisons
  - Immigrants and Refugees
    - Immigrant and Refugee Helpline
    - Refugee Cash Assistance Program
    - Refugee Health Assessment
    - Community Health Clinics/Federally Qualified Health Centers
    - Rural Health Centers
    - Immigrant Law Resources
  - Teen Parent Assistance
  - Trafficked or Sexually Exploited Youth
Dental and Health Care
- Dental and Health Care Resources to find and access affordable dental and health care services
  - Dental Care
    - Dental Clinics and Services
  - Health Care
Basic Needs
- Basic Needs Public programs and resources that help with food, health care, housing, transportation, and utilities.
  - Financial Assistance
  - Energy Assistance and Weatherization
    - Energy Assistance Programs
    - Weatherization Assistance Programs
  - Food
  - Health Insurance
  - Housing
  - Job Training and Career Development
    - Job Training
    - Career Development and Counseling
  - Transportation
Legal Services
- Legal Services Resources for low-cost or free legal services and information

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Minnesota Food HelpLine 412 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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Somali Parents Autism Network

Somali Parents Autism NetworkLink: view organization details

Information and Support Address310 E 38th St, Ste 203, Minneapolis, MN, 55409 Phone number(763) 657-0049 Emailinfo@somaliautism.org Website addresshttps://www.somaliautism.org/what-we-do

Area Served: Provides services to the Somali community state-wide.

Somali Parents Autism Network

Somali Parents Autism NetworkLink: view organization details

Parenting Support Address310 E 38th St, Ste 203, Minneapolis, MN, 55409 Phone number(763) 657-0049 Emailinfo@somaliautism.org Website addresshttps://www.somaliautism.org/programs-projects

Area Served: Provides services to the Somali community state-wide.

Through the Looking Glass (TLG)

Through the Looking Glass (TLG)Link: view organization details

Legal Education and Information Address3075 Adeline St, Ste 120, Berkeley, CA, 94703 Phone number(510) 848-1112 Emailtlg@lookingglass.org Website addresshttps://lookingglass.org/parents-grandparents

Area Served: Nationwide

The Arc Minnesota

The Arc MinnesotaLink: view organization details

Information and Support The Arc Minnesota - St. Paul (University) Address2446 University Ave W, Ste 110, St. Paul, MN, 55114 Phone number(866) 797-1122 Emailinfo@arcminnesota.org Website addresshttps://arcminnesota.org/ways-we-can-help/information-assistance

Area Served: Statewide

Smiles Change Lives

Smiles Change LivesLink: view organization details

Help Paying for Medical Costs - Dental Braces Address2405 Grand Blvd, Ste 300, Kansas City, MO, 64108 Phone number(816) 421-4949 Emailinfo@smileschangelives.org Website addresshttps://smileschangelives.org/for-kids-and-parents

Area Served: Nationwide Several participating providers throughout Minnesota

St. Francis House - Sioux Falls, SD

St. Francis House - Sioux Falls, SDLink: view organization details

Transitional Housing Address210 N Sherman Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, 57103 Phone number(605) 334-3879 Emailinfo@stfrancishouse.com Website addresshttps://stfrancishouse.com

Area Served: Big Stone, Blue Earth, Brown, Chippewa, Cottonwood, Faribault, Jackson, Kandiyohi, Lac qui Parle, Le Sueur, Lincoln, Lyon, Martin, McLeod, Meeker, Murray, Nicollet, Nobles, Pipestone, Redwood, Renville, Rock, Sibley, Swift, Waseca, Watonwan, and Yellow Medicine counties

Van Binsbergen and Associates

Van Binsbergen and AssociatesLink: view organization details

Rural Subsidized Housing for Families Pheasant Run Apartments Address900 Hengen St, Fairmont, MN, 56031 Phone number(320) 269-6640 x13 Emailoffice@vanbllc.com Website addresshttps://www.vanbllc.com

Area Served: Martin County

Van Binsbergen and Associates

Van Binsbergen and AssociatesLink: view organization details

Privately Owned Affordable Housing Fairmont Square Apartments Address1205 Victoria St, Fairmont, MN, 56031 Phone number(320) 269-6640 Emailoffice@vanbllc.com Website addresshttps://www.vanbllc.com

Area Served: Martin County

StrongHearts Native Helpline

StrongHearts Native HelplineLink: view organization details

Helpline AddressEagan, MN, 55122 Phone number(844) 762-8483 Emailinfo@strongheartshelpline.org Website addresshttps://strongheartshelpline.org

Area Served: Nationwide

StrongHearts Native Helpline

StrongHearts Native HelplineLink: view organization details

Domestic Violence Support Services AddressEagan, MN, 55122 Phone number(844) 762-8483 Emailinfo@strongheartshelpline.org Website addresshttps://strongheartshelpline.org/get-help

Area Served: Nationwide

Zero To Three National Center

Zero To Three National CenterLink: view organization details

Parenting Support Address2445 M St NW, Ste 600, Washington, DC, 20037 Phone number(202) 638-1144 Website addresshttps://www.zerotothree.org/resources/for-families

Area Served: Nationwide

Xcel Energy

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Utility Assistance - Energy and Gas Address414 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, 55401 Phone number(800) 895-4999 Emailinquire@xcelenergy.com Website addresshttps://mn.my.xcelenergy.com/s/billing-payment/energy-assistance

Area Served: Statewide

Wayside Women's Treatment Center

Wayside Women's Treatment CenterLink: view organization details

Substance Use Disorder Treatment Wayside Family Treatment Center Call for Location Phone number(651) 242-5540 Emailintake@waysiderc.org Website addresshttps://www.waysiderecovery.org/services/#4

Area Served: Statewide

Walgreens

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Medical Equipment and Supplies Walgreens - Fairmont Address1123 E Blue Earth Ave, Fairmont, MN, 56031 Phone number(507) 235-5965 Website addresshttp://www.walgreens.com

Area Served: Martin County

WonderBaby

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Parenting Support - Parents of Children with Disabilities AddressPO Box 682, Watertown, MA, 02471 Emailhelp@wonderbaby.org Website addresshttps://www.wonderbaby.org/topics

Area Served: Nationwide

VSP Vision

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Help Paying for Medical Costs - Eyes of Hope Address3333 Quality Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA, 95670 Phone number(800) 877-7195 Emailquestions@vspglobal.com Website addresshttps://www.vspvision.com/eyes-of-hope/get-help.html

Area Served: Nationwide

Walmart

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Medical Equipment and Supplies Walmart - Fairmont Address1250 Goemann Rd, Fairmont, MN, 56031 Phone number(507) 235-2517 Website addresshttps://www.walmart.com

Area Served: Martin County

Wellness in the Woods

Wellness in the WoodsLink: view organization details

Helpline Address783 3rd Ave NW, Eagle Bend, MN, 56446 Phone number(844) 739-6369 Emailinfo@mnwitw.org Website addresshttps://mnwitw.org/mnwarmline

Area Served: Statewide

Watonwan County TMT (Take Me There) Transportation

Watonwan County TMT (Take Me There) TransportationLink: view organization details

Transportation - Dial-a-Ride Address1304 7th Ave S, St. James, MN, 56081 Phone number(507) 375-7385 Emailtmt@co.watonwan.mn.us Website addresshttps://www.watonwancountymn.gov/473/Passenger-Guidelines

Area Served: Watonwan County and surrounding communities in Blue Earth and Martin counties

ZipMilk

ZipMilkLink: view organization details

Find Breastfeeding and Lactation Support Website addresshttps://zipmilk.org

Area Served: Nationwide

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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
Energy Assistance and Weatherization
- Energy Assistance Programs
- Weatherization Assistance Programs
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)
Health Insurance
Housing
- Housing Benefits 101
- Affordable Housing Options
- Family Homeless and Prevention Assistance Program
- Help to Find Housing
- Homeless Services: Coordinated Entry Access Points
- Rental Housing Assistance
- Shelters
- Transitional Housing Programs
Job Training and Career Development
- Job Training
- Career Development and Counseling
Transportation
- Transportation Services
- Local Bus Service
- Greater MN Transit options
- Metro Transit
- Low-Cost Car Repair
- Medical Transportation

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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