EARLY INTERVENTION / EDUCATIONAL EVALUATION 424 Results

2. Make a Help Me Grow referral for an early intervention/educational evaluation
Local school districts provide early intervention or special education services, free to the family, for children who are eligible (birth through 5 years). To see if a child is eligible for services, click on the link below to use the Help Me Grow referral form. A referral can be made by a parent, any professional, or family members and others who have concerns about the child.

Help Me Grow Referral Form
The referral will be directed to the local school district based on the child’s address. An early childhood specialist from the school district will follow up with the family within 7-10 days to discuss next steps, which may include a screening or evaluation. If you have questions, contact your local Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) program directly:

      Ruby's PantryLink: view organization details

      Food Distribution International Falls Address900 5th St, Backus Community Center, International Falls, MN, 56649 Phone number(651) 674-0009 Emailgoodnews@rubyspantry.org Website addresshttps://rubyspantry.org/find-location
      Area Served: Koochiching County

      Second Harvest NorthlandLink: view organization details

      Food Shelf Second Harvest Northland - Grand Rapids Address2222 Cromell Dr, Grand Rapids, MN, 55744 Phone number(218) 999-4138 Emailinfo@secondharvestncfb.com Website addresshttps://secondharvestnorthland.org/what-we-do/our-programs/food-shelf
      Area Served: Aitkin, Cass, Crow Wing, Itasca, Kanabec, Koochiching, and Mille Lacs counties

      Second Harvest NorthlandLink: view organization details

      Food Distribution - Backpack Program Second Harvest Northland - Grand Rapids Address2222 Cromell Dr, Grand Rapids, MN, 55744 Phone number(218) 999-4134 Emailinfo@secondharvestncfb.com Website addresshttps://secondharvestnorthland.org/what-we-do/our-programs/backpack-program
      Area Served: Aitkin, Cass, Crow Wing, Itasca, Kanabec, Koochiching, and Mille Lacs counties

      Salvation Army - International FallsLink: view organization details

      Food Shelf Address1301 3rd Ave, International Falls, MN, 56649 Phone number(218) 283-3394 Website addresshttps://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/northern/internationalfalls/programs-and-services
      Area Served: Koochiching County

      Salvation Army - International FallsLink: view organization details

      Emergency Shelter Address1301 3rd Ave, International Falls, MN, 56649 Phone number(218) 283-3394 Website addresshttps://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/northern/internationalfalls/programs-and-services
      Area Served: Koochiching County

      Salvation Army - International FallsLink: view organization details

      Utility Assistance - HeatShare Address1301 3rd Ave, International Falls, MN, 56649 Phone number(218) 283-3394 Website addresshttps://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/northern/internationalfalls/utility-assistance
      Area Served: Koochiching County

      Salvation Army - International FallsLink: view organization details

      Help Paying for Medical Costs Address1301 3rd Ave, International Falls, MN, 56649 Phone number(218) 283-3394 Website addresshttps://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/northern/internationalfalls/programs-and-services
      Area Served: Koochiching County

      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

      Sanford HealthLink: view organization details

      Birthing Hospital Sanford Medical Center - Bemidji Address1300 Anne St NW, Bemidji, MN, 56601 Phone number(218) 751-5430 Website addresshttps://www.sanfordhealth.org/medical-services/womens/pregnancy
      Area Served: Bemidji area

      Sickle Cell Foundation of MinnesotaLink: view organization details

      Information and Support - Sickle Cell Disease and Sickle Cell Trait AddressPO Box 22206, Minneapolis, MN, 55422 Website addresshttps://www.sicklecellmn.org
      Area Served: Statewide

      UCare Health RideLink: view organization details

      Transportation Address500 Stinson Blvd, Minneapolis, MN, 55413 Phone number(800) 864-2157 Website addresshttps://www.ucare.org/health-wellness/special-programs/ucare-health-ride
      Area Served: Statewide with UCare insurance

      University of Minnesota - Adoption Medicine ClinicLink: view organization details

      Comprehensive Child Wellness Assessments Voyager Clinic Address2512 S 7th St, Fl 1, Minneapolis, MN, 55454 Phone number(612) 365-6777 Emailiac@umn.edu Website addresshttps://med.umn.edu/adoption/services/clinical-services
      Area Served: Statewide

      The Veterans Consortium Pro Bono ProgramLink: view organization details

      Legal Assistance Address2101 L St NW, Ste 225, Washington, DC, 20037 Emailclinics@vetsprobono.org Website addresshttps://www.vetsprobono.org/legal-help
      Area Served: Nationwide

      United Way of Northeastern MinnesotaLink: view organization details

      Dental Clinic - Smiles United Address608 East Dr, Chisholm, MN, 55719 Phone number(612) 746-1530 Emailinfo@unitedwaynemn.org Website addresshttps://www.unitedwaynemn.org/smiles-united
      Area Served: Iron Range, Koochiching County, and Lake of the Woods County

      United Way of Northeastern MinnesotaLink: view organization details

      Food Distribution - Backpack Program Address608 East Dr, Chisholm, MN, 55719 Phone number(218) 254-3329 Emailinfo@unitedwaynemn.org Website addresshttps://www.unitedwaynemn.org/buddy-backpacks
      Area Served: Iron Range, Koochiching County, and Lake of the Woods County

      United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural DevelopmentLink: view organization details

      Help to Find Housing - Multi-Family Subsidized Rental Search Minnesota State Office Address375 Jackson St, Ste 410, St. Paul, MN, 55101 Phone number(651) 602-7800 Website addresshttps://rdmfhrentals.sc.egov.usda.gov/RDMFHRentals/select_state.jsp
      Area Served: Statewide

      United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural DevelopmentLink: view organization details

      Help Paying for Basic Needs - Home Loan Program for Rural Homeowners Minnesota State Office Address375 Jackson St, Ste 410, St. Paul, MN, 55101 Phone number(651) 602-7800 Website addresshttp://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/single-family-housing-programs/single-family-housing-direct-home-loans
      Area Served: Statewide

      United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural DevelopmentLink: view organization details

      Help Paying for Basic Needs - Home Loan Program for Rural Homeowners Bemidji Service Center Address3217 Bemidji Ave N, Ste 2, Bemidji, MN, 56601 Phone number(218) 751-1942 Website addresshttp://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/single-family-housing-programs/single-family-housing-direct-home-loans
      Area Served: Beltrami, Clearwater, Itasca, Koochiching and Lake of the Woods counties

      United Blind of Minnesota Inc.Link: view organization details

      Legal Assistance Call for Location Phone number(952) 236-4788 Emailunitedblindmn@gmail.com Website addresshttps://mn.gov/deed/ssb/involve/srcb/members/consumer/ubm.jsp
      Area Served: Statewide

      Therapy DynamicsLink: view organization details

      Autism Assessment Address1603 Pebble Creek Dr, Sartell, MN, 56377 Phone number(320) 406-4496 Emailkristen@therapydynamics.com Website addresshttps://therapydynamics.com
      Area Served: Provides online assessments statewide
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