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Pregnant and Expectant Families
- 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
    - Doulas and Birth Workers
    - 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
    - Health Care Providers/Clinics
  - Early Intervention/Education 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.
  - 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
  - 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
  - Programs For Specific Populations
  - Parent Support: Not sure where to start?
  - Crisis and Domestic Violence Services
  - 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.
  - Tribal Resources
    - Tribal Nations that share geography with Minnesota
    - Tribal Urban Offices
  - Caregiver and Parenting Support Programs
    - Family Home Visiting
  - Early Childhood Education Programs
  - Tribal Early Head Start/Head Start
  - Early Childhood Mental Health and Family Counseling Services
  - Crisis and Domestic Violence Programs
  - Tribal Clinics and Health Services
  - Tribal Health and Human Services
Caregiving and Community Support
- Caregiving and Community Support Resources for homeless, immigrants, refugees, teen parents, and other family situations
  - Adoption
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  - Homeless Children and Families
    - Shelters and Transitional Housing Programs
    - Homeless School Liaisons
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  - Teen Parent Assistance
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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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Brainerd and Crow Wing Public Transit

Brainerd and Crow Wing Public TransitLink: view organization details

Transportation - Dial-a-Ride Address501 Laurel St, Brainerd, MN, 56401 Phone number(866) 925-7433 Emailtransit@ci.brainerd.mn.us Website addresshttps://www.ci.brainerd.mn.us/DocumentCenter/View/684/Brainerd-Baxter-Schedules-and-Maps-PDF

Area Served: Brainerd, Baxter, Crosby and Pequot Lakes areas of Crow Wing County and Pine River area of Cass County

Cities Area Transit (CAT)

Cities Area Transit (CAT)Link: view organization details

Transportation - Dial-a-Ride Address450 Kittson Ave, Grand Forks, ND, 58201 Phone number(701) 787-9120 Website addresshttps://www.grandforksgov.com/government/city-departments/cities-area-transit-cat/dial-a-ride-senior-rider

Area Served: Grand Forks and East Grand Forks City limits

City of Fosston

City of FosstonLink: view organization details

Transportation - Dial-a-Ride Address220 1st St E, Fosston, MN, 56542 Phone number(218) 435-1969 Website addresshttps://www.fosston.com/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC={18408C1E-E55A-45E3-9C3A-B2366E3D456F}

Area Served: City of Fosston

Duluth Transit Authority (DTA)

Duluth Transit Authority (DTA)Link: view organization details

Transportation - Dial-a-Ride (STRIDE) Address228 W Michigan St, Duluth, MN, 55802 Phone number(218) 722-3327 Emailinfo@duluthtransit.com Website addresshttps://www.duluthtransit.com/home/getting-there/stride-paratransit

Area Served: Cities of Duluth, Hermantown and Proctor, Minnesota, and Superior, Wisconsin

Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute - Part of Allina Health

Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute - Part of Allina HealthLink: view organization details

Transportation Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute - Golden Valley Address3915 Golden Valley Rd, Golden Valley, MN, 55422 Phone number(651) 222-0555 Website addresshttps://www.allinahealth.org/medical-services/emergency-medical-services/non-emergency-transportation

Area Served: Most programs serve the Twin Cities Metro Area. Service area is however dependent on program.

City of Plymouth

City of PlymouthLink: view organization details

Transportation - Dial-a-Ride Address3400 Plymouth Blvd, Plymouth City Hall, Plymouth, MN, 55447 Phone number(763) 559-5057 Emailtransit@plymouthmn.gov Website addresshttps://www.plymouthmn.gov/departments/administrative-services-/transit/plymouth-metrolink-dial-a-ride

Area Served: City of Plymouth

Cities Edge Transportation LLC

Cities Edge Transportation LLCLink: view organization details

Transportation Cities Edge Transportation LLC - Delano (Railroad) Address204 Railroad Ave, Delano, MN, 55328 Phone number(612) 418-3203 Emailcitiesedge@citiesedge.net Website addresshttp://www.citiesedge.net

Area Served: West Twin Cities Metro area

Elevate Transportation Services

Elevate Transportation ServicesLink: view organization details

Transportation Call for Location Phone number(763) 200-7441 EmailElevatetransportationservices@outlook.com Website addresshttps://www.facebook.com/Elevate-Transportation-Services-102537061625095

Area Served: Hennepin County

Connectmate Transportation LLC

Connectmate Transportation LLCLink: view organization details

Transportation Address4445 77th St W, Ste 215, Edina, MN, 55435 Phone number(612) 715-4883 EmailConnectmate.transportation@gmail.com Website addresshttps://connectmatetransportation.us

Area Served: Hennepin County

City of Maple Grove

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Transportation - My Ride Maple Grove Transit Address12800 Arbor Lakes Pkwy N, Maple Grove, MN, 55369 Phone number(763) 493-2200 Emailtransit@maplegrovemn.gov Website addresshttps://www.maplegrovemn.gov/439/My-Ride

Area Served: City of Maple Grove

Famy Transportation LLC

Famy Transportation LLCLink: view organization details

Transportation Address4470 W 78th Street Cir, Ste 263, Bloomington, MN, 55435 Phone number(763) 732-3087

Area Served: Twin Cities Metropolitan Area

Haile Transportation LLC

Haile Transportation LLCLink: view organization details

Transportation Address787 Hampden Ave, Unit 450, St. Paul, MN, 55114 Phone number(612) 703-2129

Area Served: Twin Cities Metropolitan Area and Rochester

Hubbard County Heartland Express

Hubbard County Heartland ExpressLink: view organization details

Transportation - Dial-a-Ride Address205 Court Ave, Park Rapids, MN, 56470 Phone number(218) 732-3500 Emailheartland.express@co.hubbard.mn.us Website addresshttps://www.hubbardcountyheartlandexpress.com/services

Area Served: Hubbard County

La Crosse Municipal Transit Utility (MTU)

La Crosse Municipal Transit Utility (MTU)Link: view organization details

Transportation Address2000 Marco Dr, La Crosse, WI, 54601 Phone number(608) 789-7350 Website addresshttps://www.cityoflacrosse.org/your-government/departments/municipal-transit-mtu/specialized-service-for-disabled-persons

Area Served: La Crosse, French Island, and Onalaska, WI; La Crescent, MN

Land to Air Express

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Transportation - Minneapolis Airport Shuttle Address50 Sibley Pkwy, Mankato, MN, 56001 Phone number(888) 736-9190 Emailcustomerservice@landtoair.net Website addresshttps://www.landtoairexpress.com/bus-routes/msp-airport-shuttle

Area Served: Cities in Southern Minnesota

MEISA Transportation Services, LLC

MEISA Transportation Services, LLCLink: view organization details

Transportation - School Students Address8441 Wayzata Blvd, Ste 380, Golden Valley, MN, 55426 Phone number(612) 454-4175 Emailinfo@meisatransportation.com Website addresshttps://www.meisatransportationservices.com

Area Served: Twin Cities Metro area

MATBUS

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Transportation - Paratransit Metro Transit Garage (MATBUS) Address650 23rd St N, Fargo, ND, 58102 Phone number(701) 235-4464 Emailtransit@matbus.com Website addresshttps://matbus.com/paratransit

Area Served: Moorhead and Dilworth Fargo and West Fargo, North Dakota

Kanabec County-Timber Trails Public Transit

Kanabec County-Timber Trails Public TransitLink: view organization details

Transportation - Dial-a-Ride Timber Trails Public Transit Address905 Forest Ave E, Ste 127, Mora, MN, 55051 Phone number(320) 364-1350 Emailtimber.trails@co.kanabec.mn.us Website addresshttps://timbertrailstransit.com/transportation-programs

Area Served: Kanabec County

Lifts Transportation

Lifts TransportationLink: view organization details

Transportation Address730 Main St S, Pine City, MN, 55063 Phone number(888) 469-7433 Emailinfo@liftstransportation.com Website addresshttps://liftstransportation.com/ride

Area Served: Aitkin, Carlton, Pine, Kanabec, Chisago, Isanti, Itasca, St. Louis, Lake, and Koochiching counties

Jefferson Lines

Jefferson LinesLink: view organization details

Local Bus Service Address2100 E 26th St, Minneapolis, MN, 55404 Phone number(858) 800-8898 Emailinfo@jeffersonlines.com Website addresshttps://www.jeffersonlines.com

Area Served: Provides direct service to over 55 Minnesota communities and connects passengers to locations throughout a 14 state network. Has major transfer hubs in Fargo, Brainerd, Duluth, St. Cloud, Minneapolis, St. Paul, Rochester, Albert Lea and Sioux Falls.

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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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