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- Pregnant and Expectant Families Resources for pregnant and expectant families that support healthy prenatal care, education, and basic needs.
  - Education and Support
    - Birthing and Parenting Education
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    - Breastfeeding and Lactation Support
    - Car Seats
    - Diapers
    - Family Home Visiting
    - Early Childhood Family Education
    - Parent Support Outreach Program
    - Tribal Health and Local Public Health Agencies
    - Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
  - Health Care and Mental Health
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
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Disability Services and Resources
- Disability Services and Resources Community supports and services for children with disabilities and their families.
  - Resource Hubs
    - Disability Hub MN
    - MN Autism Resource Portal
  - State Programs
    - Waiver and Disability Programs – County Offices
    - Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention (EIDBI) Medical Benefits
  - Caregiver Support
  - Additional Resources
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
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Family Well-Being and Mental Health
- Family Well-Being and Mental Health Services that support family health, mental health, and safety
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    - Parenting Groups
    - Early Childhood Family Education
  - Programs For Specific Populations
  - Parent Support: Not sure where to start?
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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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    - Tribal Nations that share geography with Minnesota
    - Tribal Urban Offices
  - Caregiver and Parenting Support Programs
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  - Early Childhood Education Programs
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  - Early Childhood Mental Health and Family Counseling Services
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  - Tribal Health and Human Services
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- Caregiving and Community Support Resources for homeless, immigrants, refugees, teen parents, and other family situations
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    - Shelters and Transitional Housing Programs
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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
  - Food
  - Housing
  - Transportation
  - Energy Assistance and Weatherization
    - Energy Assistance Programs
    - Weatherization Assistance Programs
  - Job Training and Career Development
    - Job Training
    - Career Development and Counseling
Legal Services
- Legal Services Resources for low-cost or free legal services and information

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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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Cook County Public Health and Human Services

Cook County Public Health and Human ServicesLink: view organization details

County Programs for Income Assistance Address411 W 2nd St, County Courthouse, Grand Marais, MN, 55604 Phone number(218) 387-3620 Website addresshttps://www.co.cook.mn.us/government/departments/public_health_and_human_services/index.php

Area Served: Cook County

Cook County Public Health and Human Services

Cook County Public Health and Human ServicesLink: view organization details

County Programs for Families Address411 W 2nd St, County Courthouse, Grand Marais, MN, 55604 Phone number(218) 387-3620 Website addresshttps://www.co.cook.mn.us/government/departments/public_health_and_human_services/index.php

Area Served: Cook County

Apply Online: https://mnbenefits.mn.gov

Chisholm Public School District

Chisholm Public School DistrictLink: view organization details

Public School Early Childhood Education and Care Programs District Office Address300 3rd Ave SW, Chisholm, MN, 55719 Phone number(218) 254-5726 Website addresshttps://www.chisholm.k12.mn.us

Area Served: Chisholm Public School District

Chisholm Public School District

Chisholm Public School DistrictLink: view organization details

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) District Office Address300 3rd Ave SW, Chisholm, MN, 55719 Phone number(218) 254-5726 Emaildkoski@chisholm.k12.mn.us Website addresshttps://www.chisholm.k12.mn.us/page/ecfe-school-readiness

Area Served: Chisholm Public School District

Ely Public School District

Ely Public School DistrictLink: view organization details

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) District Office Address600 E Harvey St, Ely, MN, 55731 Phone number(218) 365-6166 Emailmmattson@ely.k12.mn.us Website addresshttps://www.ely.k12.mn.us/early-childhood-family-education

Area Served: Ely Public School District

Ely Public School District

Ely Public School DistrictLink: view organization details

Public School Early Childhood Education and Care Programs District Office Address600 E Harvey St, Ely, MN, 55731 Phone number(218) 365-6166 Website addresshttps://www.ely.k12.mn.us

Area Served: Ely Public School District

Cloquet Public School District

Cloquet Public School DistrictLink: view organization details

Public School Early Childhood Education and Care Programs District Office Address302 14th St, Cloquet, MN, 55720 Phone number(218) 879-6721 Website addresshttps://www.isd94.org

Area Served: Cloquet Public School District

Cloquet Public School District

Cloquet Public School DistrictLink: view organization details

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) District Office Address302 14th St, Cloquet, MN, 55720 Phone number(218) 879-1261 Emailskrikava@isd94.org Website addresshttps://www.isd94.org

Area Served: Cloquet Public School District

Carlton Public School District

Carlton Public School DistrictLink: view organization details

Public School Early Childhood Education and Care Programs District Office Address405 School Ave, Carlton, MN, 55718 Phone number(218) 384-4225 x113 Website addresshttps://www.carlton.k12.mn.us

Area Served: Carlton Public School District

Carlton Public School District

Carlton Public School DistrictLink: view organization details

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) District Office Address405 School Ave, Carlton, MN, 55718 Phone number(218) 384-4225 Emailmmclain@carlton.k12.mn.us Website addresshttps://www.carlton.k12.mn.us/page/ecfe

Area Served: Carlton Public School District

Cook County Public School District

Cook County Public School DistrictLink: view organization details

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) District Office Address101 W 5th St, Grand Marais, MN, 55604 Phone number(218) 387-2271 Emailclindholm@isd166.org Website addresshttps://www.cookcountyschools.org/o/ce/page/ecfe

Area Served: Cook County Public School District

Cook County Public School District

Cook County Public School DistrictLink: view organization details

Public School Early Childhood Education and Care Programs District Office Address101 W 5th St, Grand Marais, MN, 55604 Phone number(218) 387-2271 Website addresshttps://www.cookcountyschools.org

Area Served: Cook County Public School District

Edina Resource Center

Edina Resource CenterLink: view organization details

Family Services Collaboratives Address5701 Normandale Rd, Edina, MN, 55424 Phone number(952) 848-3936 Emailkrista.phillips@edinaschools.org Website addresshttps://edinaresourcecenter.com

Area Served: Hennepin County

Carver County Interagency Services Council

Carver County Interagency Services CouncilLink: view organization details

Integrated Children's Mental Health & Family Services Collaboratives Address540 E 1st St, Waconia, MN, 55387 Phone number(612) 487-9067 Emaillbrennom@carvercountymn.gov Website addresshttps://www.carvercountymn.gov/departments/health-human-services/mental-health/school-linked-mental-health-unit

Area Served: Carver County

Cass County Children's Initiative

Cass County Children's InitiativeLink: view organization details

Integrated Children's Mental Health & Family Services Collaboratives AddressPO Box 610, Pine River-Backus Schools, Pine River, MN, 56474 Phone number(218) 833-2176 Emailccllrci@gmail.com Website addresshttps://casscountychildrensinitiative.org

Area Served: Cass County

Cottonwood Family Services Collaborative

Cottonwood Family Services CollaborativeLink: view organization details

Integrated Children's Mental Health & Family Services Collaboratives Cottonwood County Family Services Collaborative Address407 5th St, Jackson, MN, 56143 Phone number(507) 847-6930 Emailluke.ewald@dvhhs.org

Area Served: Jackson County

Dakota County Collaborative

Dakota County CollaborativeLink: view organization details

Integrated Children's Mental Health & Family Services Collaboratives Address14955 Galaxie Ave, Ste 200, Apple Valley, MN, 55124 Phone number(952) 891-7449 Emailsseccoordinator@co.dakota.mn.us Website addresshttps://www.co.dakota.mn.us/HealthFamily/Parenting/EarlyChildhoodDevelopment/Pages/collaborative.aspx

Area Served: Dakota County

Children's Collaborative Serving Norman County

Children's Collaborative Serving Norman CountyLink: view organization details

Integrated Children's Mental Health & Family Services Collaboratives Norman County Collaborative Address16 E 3rd Ave, Ada, MN, 56510 Phone number(218) 280-9886 Emailcol.macrae@allumacares.org

Area Served: Polk County

Community Action Partnership of Scott, Carver and Dakota Counties

Community Action Partnership of Scott, Carver and Dakota CountiesLink: view organization details

Emergency Shelter Dakota County Office Address2496 145th St W, Rosemount, MN, 55068 Phone number(952) 496-2125 Website addresshttps://capagency.org

Area Served: Dakota County

Community Action Partnership of Scott, Carver and Dakota Counties

Community Action Partnership of Scott, Carver and Dakota CountiesLink: view organization details

Emergency Shelter Scott County Office Address738 1st Ave E, Shakopee, MN, 55379 Phone number(952) 496-2125 Website addresshttps://capagency.org

Area Served: Scott County

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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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