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Housing for people with low income that includes coordination of other services for residents. The coordination professional can help residents identify resources, navigate systems or help with applying to additional programs. MORE INFORMATION Prepares determined single mothers to excel in the workforce, readies their children to succeed in school, and reduces generational dependence on public assistance. Provides support in the following areas: * Support for a career track and college education * Quality early childhood education * Safe and affordable housing * Life skills training * Supportive community The housing program offers units in Austin, Minneapolis, St. Paul, Rochester and Fargo-Moorhead. Also offers a meeting room, laundry room, computer lab, lending library, donation room, educational programs (tutoring, life skills, and early childhood education), employment assistance program, individual coaching, and parenting education.

Women, Infants and Children (WIC) is a nutrition and breastfeeding program to help pregnant women, new mothers, infants and young children eat well, learn about nutrition, and stay healthy. WIC benefits include: * Nutrition education and counseling * A variety of nutritious foods you purchase using your WIC card * Breastfeeding support and education * Health or community referrals

Program that provides a free or low cost meal to people in need MORE INFORMATION A free lunch or hot evening meal served at several locations year round. These sites are currently operating as takeaway service only. Community meal sites welcome anyone in need, and are located at churches, schools, and community centers. Guests at these sites receive any number of meals needed for their household. Social service referrals and information is available, and many dining sites are partnered with local groups that routinely offer non-food items like personal hygiene products, coats, mittens, socks and more.

This agency manages and operates the local public affordable housing program to provide decent and safe rental housing for eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Public housing comes in all sizes and types, from scattered single family houses to high-rise apartments for seniors. Additional information can be found online on the HousingLink website.

Women, Infants and Children (WIC) is a nutrition and breastfeeding program to help pregnant women, new mothers, infants and young children eat well, learn about nutrition, and stay healthy. WIC benefits include: * Nutrition education and counseling * A variety of nutritious foods you purchase using your WIC card * Breastfeeding support and education * Health or community referrals

Housing owned and operated by a local government entity, such as a Public Housing Agency or a Housing Authority, which provides low-rent affordable housing to households with low incomes who are eligible. The rental amount paid by the resident is often determined based on the resident's income. Some housing has a low, fixed rent amount. Public housing comes in all sizes and types, from scattered single family houses to high-rise apartments. Some housing may be restricted to specific populations, such as older adults, families, or people with disabilities.

Learn more about this service when paid for under waivers in the Community-Based Services Manual. MORE INFORMATION Provided in partnership with Metro Meals on Wheels, provides meals Monday - Friday for adults age 50+ and adults with limited mobility who are unable to access or prepare food. Meals for special diets, including renal, gluten-free, mechanical soft, puree, vegetarian, Somali/Halal and kosher are available. Wilder clients and their families can be eligible to pick up pre-made frozen meals at the Child Development Center or mental health clinics.

Home ownership program that offers financial assistance to make home purchases more affordable for those that meet eligibility requirements MORE INFORMATION Provides low or no interest, deferred loans to cover closing costs or down payments

This agency manages and operates the local public affordable housing program to provide decent and safe rental housing for eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Public housing comes in all sizes and types, from scattered single family houses to high-rise apartments for seniors. Additional information can be found online on the HousingLink website.

County programs that help pay for food include: * Minnesota Food Assistance Program (MFAP): Provides food assistance to legal noncitizens ages 50 and older who do not qualify for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program * Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP): Helps families meet their basic needs, while helping parents move to financial stability through work * Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): Helps those with low income get the food they need for nutritious and well-balanced meals - SNAP Education and Training: Helps SNAP recipients with employment and education training and support * Women, Infants and Children (WIC): Nutrition program for eligible pregnant women, new mothers, babies and young children to eat well, learn about nutrition, and stay healthy

This program provides clothing for people who need it. Available items depend on what has been donated and is on hand. Clothing is typically free or low cost. MORE INFORMATION Provides "gently used" clothing and select household items for free to people in need.

Non-governmental energy assistance program that helps pay for home utilities, such as natural gas, oil, propane or electricity MORE INFORMATION Help with natural gas, electricity, water, propane, and fuel oil bills. Assistance is offered as funding is available.

County programs for families with children include: * Diversionary Work Program (DWP): A four-month program that helps to support Minnesota parents while they find jobs * Minnesota Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP): Helps families with low incomes pay for child care while they go to work, look for work or attend school * Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP): Helps families in poverty with children through a cash grant, food assistance and employment services * Parent Support Outreach: Voluntary, early intervention program for at-risk families with children (prenatal - 10 years) that supports access to needed services. Make referrals through county human services agencies.

Women, Infants and Children (WIC) is a nutrition and breastfeeding program to help pregnant women, new mothers, infants and young children eat well, learn about nutrition, and stay healthy. WIC benefits include: * Nutrition education and counseling * A variety of nutritious foods you purchase using your WIC card * Breastfeeding support and education * Health or community referrals

This agency manages and operates the local public affordable housing program to provide decent and safe rental housing for eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Public housing comes in all sizes and types, from scattered single family houses to high-rise apartments for seniors. Additional information can be found online on the HousingLink website.

Housing for people with low income that includes coordination of other services for residents. The coordination professional can help residents identify resources, navigate systems or help with applying to additional programs. MORE INFORMATION Supportive Housing provides affordable and supportive living for single adults experiencing homelessness. Some locations serve specific populations, such as veterans, people with complex medical conditions, or men with alcohol use disorders.

County programs that help pay for food include: * Minnesota Food Assistance Program (MFAP): Provides food assistance to legal noncitizens ages 50 and older who do not qualify for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program * Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP): Helps families meet their basic needs, while helping parents move to financial stability through work * Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): Helps those with low income get the food they need for nutritious and well-balanced meals - SNAP Education and Training: Helps SNAP recipients with employment and education training and support * Women, Infants and Children (WIC): Nutrition program for eligible pregnant women, new mothers, babies and young children to eat well, learn about nutrition, and stay healthy

Dental clinic offering treatment services to help improve dental health

Help with minor automobile repair and maintenance problems Eligibility restrictions may apply. MORE INFORMATION Vehicle Repair Assistance Program focuses on helping residents overcome transportation barriers. * The program provides income-eligible clients with financial assistance toward auto repairs to ensure their vehicle is safe and reliable.

Women, Infants and Children (WIC) is a nutrition and breastfeeding program to help pregnant women, new mothers, infants and young children eat well, learn about nutrition, and stay healthy. WIC benefits include: * Nutrition education and counseling * A variety of nutritious foods you purchase using your WIC card * Breastfeeding support and education * Health or community referrals

This agency manages and operates the local public affordable housing program to provide decent and safe rental housing for eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Public housing comes in all sizes and types, from scattered single family houses to high-rise apartments for seniors. Additional information can be found online on the HousingLink website.

This program provides clothing for people who need it. Available items depend on what has been donated and is on hand. Clothing is typically free or low cost. MORE INFORMATION Provides a free clothing closet during the food shelf hours.

Dental clinic offering treatment services to help improve dental health MORE INFORMATION Welcomes all patients including: * New medical assistance patients * Same-day emergencies (Providing assessments; same day treatment is provided if possible, but is not guaranteed.) * New immigrants and non-English speakers The clinics have multi-lingual and multi-cultural dentists and staff. Services include: * Dental work for adults and children * Preventive care (exams, x-rays, teeth cleaning and fluoride treatment) * Sealants * Emergency care (please call individual clinics for more information) * Fillings (composite and amalgam) * Scaling and root planning * Teeth whitening * Root canal treatment * Extractions (removal of teeth), including wisdom teeth * Crowns and bridges * Partial and full dentures * Mouthguards The Program to Improve Community Oral Health (PICOH) provides in-clinic oral health prevention and education for children age 0-12 and pregnant women oral health programming. Education and materials are presented in the patient's own language, whenever possible.

County programs that help pay for food include: * Minnesota Food Assistance Program (MFAP): Provides food assistance to legal noncitizens ages 50 and older who do not qualify for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program * Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP): Helps families meet their basic needs, while helping parents move to financial stability through work * Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): Helps those with low income get the food they need for nutritious and well-balanced meals - SNAP Education and Training: Helps SNAP recipients with employment and education training and support * Women, Infants and Children (WIC): Nutrition program for eligible pregnant women, new mothers, babies and young children to eat well, learn about nutrition, and stay healthy

Government-funded program (also known as Section 8 vouchers) that provides rental assistance to eligible seniors, singles, families, and persons with disabilities to secure affordable housing. This Housing Authority agency accepts applications to the program and issues the vouchers to qualified applicants. This agency also makes the approved rental subsidy payment to the landlord. Participants will pay approximately 30% of their income for rent and are able to take the voucher with them if they move. Additional information can be found on the HousingLink website. MORE INFORMATION Participants can choose any housing type that meets the requirements of the program.