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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.
  - 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
    - Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)
    - Referral Form for Help Me Grow
    - Local ECSE programs for children birth to 2 years of age
    - Local ECSE programs for children 3 to 5 years of age
  - 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
  - Family Support Services
  - 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.
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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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    - Immigrant and Refugee Helpline
    - Refugee Cash Assistance Program
    - Refugee Health Assessment
    - Community Health Clinics/Federally Qualified Health Centers
    - Rural Health Centers
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  - 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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Did you know, you may qualify for Minnesota’s Child Tax Credit of $1,750 per qualifying child. You can receive a refund even if you do not owe tax. Many families qualify for free tax preparation services.

EARLY INTERVENTION / EDUCATIONAL EVALUATION 101 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:

For children birth through 2 years of age - local ECSE programs
For children 3 through 5 years of age - local ECSE programs
For children in kindergarten and higher grades

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Sherburne County Health & Human Services

Sherburne County Health & Human ServicesLink: view organization details

Apply for Waiver Programs Address13880 Business Center Dr NW, Ste 100, Elk River, MN, 55330 Phone number(763) 765-4000 Emailhhs@co.sherburne.mn.us Website addresshttps://www.co.sherburne.mn.us/1365/Health-Human-Services

Area Served: Sherburne County

Scott County Health and Human Services

Scott County Health and Human ServicesLink: view organization details

Apply for Waiver Programs Address200 4th Ave W, Rm 300 - Government Center, Shakopee, MN, 55379 Phone number(952) 496-8556 Website addresshttps://www.scottcountymn.gov/279/Aging-and-Disability-Services

Area Served: Scott County

Swift County Human Services

Swift County Human ServicesLink: view organization details

Apply for Waiver Programs Address410 21st St S, Benson, MN, 56215 Phone number(320) 843-3160 Website addresshttps://www.swiftcounty.com/hs

Area Served: Swift County

Southwest Health and Human Services (SWHHS)

Southwest Health and Human Services (SWHHS)Link: view organization details

Apply for Waiver Programs Southwest Health and Human Services - Lyon County Address607 W Main St, Ste 200, Marshall, MN, 56258 Phone number(507) 537-6747 Website addresshttps://swmhhs.com

Area Served: Lyon County

Southwest Health and Human Services (SWHHS)

Southwest Health and Human Services (SWHHS)Link: view organization details

Apply for Waiver Programs Southwest Health and Human Services - Lincoln County Address319 N Rebecca St, Ivanhoe, MN, 56142 Phone number(507) 694-1452 Website addresshttps://swmhhs.com

Area Served: Lincoln County

Southwest Health and Human Services (SWHHS)

Southwest Health and Human Services (SWHHS)Link: view organization details

Apply for Waiver Programs Southwest Health and Human Services - Murray County Address3001 Maple Rd, Ste 100, Slayton, MN, 56172 Phone number(507) 836-6144 Website addresshttps://swmhhs.com

Area Served: Murray County

Southwest Health and Human Services (SWHHS)

Southwest Health and Human Services (SWHHS)Link: view organization details

Apply for Waiver Programs Southwest Health and Human Services - Pipestone County Address1091 N Hiawatha Ave, Pipestone, MN, 56164 Phone number(507) 825-5024 Website addresshttps://swmhhs.com

Area Served: Pipestone County

Southwest Health and Human Services (SWHHS)

Southwest Health and Human Services (SWHHS)Link: view organization details

Apply for Waiver Programs Southwest Health and Human Services - Rock County Address2 Roundwind Rd, Luverne, MN, 56156 Phone number(507) 283-5066 Website addresshttps://swmhhs.com

Area Served: Rock County

Southwest Health and Human Services (SWHHS)

Southwest Health and Human Services (SWHHS)Link: view organization details

Apply for Waiver Programs Southwest Health and Human Services - Redwood County Address266 E Bridge St, Redwood Falls, MN, 56283 Phone number(507) 637-4041 Emailredwood.frontdesk@swmhhs.com Website addresshttps://swmhhs.com

Area Served: Redwood County

White Earth Nation

White Earth NationLink: view organization details

Apply for Waiver Programs Tribal Health Address26246 Crane Rd, White Earth, MN, 56591 Phone number(218) 983-3286 Emailpat.moran@whiteearth-nsn.gov Website addresshttps://whiteearth.com/home

Area Served: Becker, Clearwater and Mahnomen Counties

Winona County Department of Human Services

Winona County Department of Human ServicesLink: view organization details

Apply for Waiver Programs Winona County Office Building Address202 W 3rd St, Winona, MN, 55987 Phone number(507) 457-6500 Emaildhs@co.winona.mn.us Website addresshttps://www.co.winona.mn.us/257/Human-Services

Area Served: Winona County

Wabasha County Department of Social Services

Wabasha County Department of Social ServicesLink: view organization details

Apply for Waiver Programs Wabasha County Services Building Address411 Hiawatha Dr E, Wabasha, MN, 55981 Phone number(651) 565-3351 Emailsocialservices@co.wabasha.mn.us Website addresshttps://www.co.wabasha.mn.us/departments/social_services/index.php

Area Served: Wabasha County

Watonwan County Human Services

Watonwan County Human ServicesLink: view organization details

Apply for Waiver Programs Address715 2nd Ave S, St. James, MN, 56081 Phone number(507) 375-3294 Website addresshttps://www.co.watonwan.mn.us/154/Human-Service

Area Served: Watonwan County

Todd County Health and Human Services

Todd County Health and Human ServicesLink: view organization details

Apply for Waiver Programs Address212 2nd Ave S, Long Prairie, MN, 56347 Phone number(320) 732-4500 Emailliz.rodriguez@co.todd.mn.us Website addresshttps://www.co.todd.mn.us/divisions/health-human

Area Served: Todd County

Todd County Health and Human Services

Todd County Health and Human ServicesLink: view organization details

Apply for Waiver Programs Staples - Branch Office Address200 1st St NE, Ste 1, Staples, MN, 56479 Phone number(218) 894-6300 Emailjackie.och@co.todd.mn.us Website addresshttps://www.co.todd.mn.us/divisions/health-human

Area Served: Todd County

Wilkin County Public Health

Wilkin County Public HealthLink: view organization details

Apply for Waiver Programs Wilkin County Courthouse Address300 5th St S, Courthouse, Breckenridge, MN, 56520 Phone number(218) 643-7161 Emailpublichealth@co.wilkin.mn.us Website addresshttps://www.co.wilkin.mn.us/publichealth

Area Served: Wilkin County

Traverse County Social Services Department

Traverse County Social Services DepartmentLink: view organization details

Apply for Waiver Programs Address202 8th St N, Wheaton, MN, 56296 Phone number(320) 422-7777 Emailstacy.hennen@co.traverse.mn.us Website addresshttps://www.co.traverse.mn.us/departments/departments/social-services

Area Served: Traverse County

Wadena County Human Services

Wadena County Human ServicesLink: view organization details

Apply for Waiver Programs Address124 1st St SE, Wadena, MN, 56482 Phone number(218) 631-7605 Website addresshttp://www.co.wadena.mn.us/197/Human-Services

Area Served: Wadena County

Washington County Community Services

Washington County Community ServicesLink: view organization details

Apply for Waiver Programs Address14949 62nd St N, Stillwater, MN, 55082 Phone number(651) 430-6484 Emailcomsvsadultintake@co.washington.mn.us Website addresshttps://www.washingtoncountymn.gov/777/Disabilities

Area Served: Washington County

Wright County Health & Human Services

Wright County Health & Human ServicesLink: view organization details

Apply for Waiver Programs Address3650 Braddock Ave NE, Ste 2100, Buffalo, MN, 55313 Phone number(763) 682-7414 Website addresshttps://www.co.wright.mn.us/217/Health-Human-Services

Area Served: Wright County

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Developmental and Behavior Concerns

MEDICAL EVALUATION
- Health Care Providers/Clinics
EARLY INTERVENTION / EDUCATIONAL EVALUATION
- Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)
- Referral Form for Help Me Grow
- Local ECSE programs for children birth to 2 years of age
- Local ECSE programs for children 3 to 5 years of age
SOCIAL, EMOTIONAL, OR BEHAVIORAL CONCERNS
- Early Childhood Mental Health Agencies
- Children's Therapeutic Services and Supports/CTSS (birth to 21 years)
- Parenting Support Programs

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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