A navigator connecting expectant families, families with young children (birth – 8 years old) and those working with families to services in their local communities that support healthy child development and family well-being.

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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
  - 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
    - 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
  - Fathers
  - Foster Parents
  - 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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The Refugee and Immigrant Helpline (1-800-814-4806) is a connection to helpful information, resources and services in your community. Navigators are here to provide support and guidance you can trust. Connect with resources for jobs, food, health, housing, legal help, language classes and more.

SOCIAL, EMOTIONAL, OR BEHAVIORAL CONCERNS

3.Contact a mental health provider that specializes in working with young children (birth-5 years) and their families. Explore other supportive programs available in your community.

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Caravel Autism Health

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Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention (EIDBI) Benefit Caravel Autism Health - Mankato

1720 Bassett Dr, Mankato, MN, 56001

Phone number(507) 417-0098 Website addresshttps://caravelautism.com

Area Served: Blue Earth County

Caravel Autism Health

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Autism Therapy Caravel Autism Health - Mankato

1720 Bassett Dr, Mankato, MN, 56001

Phone number(507) 417-0098 Website addresshttps://caravelautism.com

Area Served: Blue Earth County

Catholic Charities of Southern MN

Catholic Charities of Southern MNLink: view organization details

Birthing and Parenting Education Catholic Charities - Winona

111 Market St, Ste 2, Winona, MN, 55987

Phone number(507) 287-7807 Emailinfo@ccsomn.org Website addresshttps://www.ccsomn.org/programs/pregnancy-parenting-adoption/baby-items

Area Served: Southern Minnesota. Service area may be dependent on program.

Catholic Charities of Southern MN

Catholic Charities of Southern MNLink: view organization details

Birthing and Parenting Education Catholic Charities - Mankato (N Broad St)

201 N Broad St, Ste 100, Mankato, MN, 56001

Phone number(507) 287-7807 Emailinfo@ccsomn.org Website addresshttps://www.ccsomn.org/programs/pregnancy-parenting-adoption/baby-items

Area Served: Southern Minnesota. Service area may be dependent on program.

DeafLEAD

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Crisis Line

2505 W Ash St, Columbia, MO, 65203

EmailAdvocacy@DeafLEAD.org Website addresshttps://deaflead.org/services/crisis-intervention/disaster-distress-helpline

Area Served: Nationwide

Childhelp

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Crisis Line - National Child Abuse Hotline

6730 N Scottsdale Rd, Ste 150, Scottsdale, AZ, 85253

Phone number(800) 422-4453 Website addresshttps://childhelphotline.org

Area Served: Nationwide

Christ the King Lutheran Church - Mankato

Christ the King Lutheran Church - MankatoLink: view organization details

Free or Low-Cost Meals Christ the King Lutheran Church

222 Pfau St, Mankato, MN, 56001

Phone number(507) 345-5056 Emailcarolynk@ctkmankato.org Website addresshttps://ctkmankato.org

Area Served: Mankato area

Careington International - Essential Smile Plan

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Help Paying for Medical Costs

7400 Gaylord Pkwy, Frisco, TX, 75034

Phone number(877) 677-8893 Website addresshttps://essentialsmileplan.com

Area Served: Statewide

CVS/Pharmacy

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Medical Equipment and Supplies CVS/Pharmacy - Mankato (Madison)

1175 Madison Ave, Mankato, MN, 56001

Phone number(507) 625-1791 Website addresshttps://www.cvs.com

Area Served: Blue Earth County

CVS/Pharmacy

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Medical Equipment and Supplies CVS/Pharmacy - Mankato (Monks)

1610 Monks Ave, Mankato, MN, 56001

Phone number(507) 625-1553 Website addresshttps://www.cvs.com

Area Served: Blue Earth County

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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