Category: Financial Supports
Bridge to Benefits is a project by Children’s Defense Fund-Minnesota to improve the well-being of families and individuals by linking them to public work support programs and tax credits. By answering a few simple questions, you will be able to see if you or someone else may be eligible for public work support programs. We … Read more
Mobile Dental Services: Our dental team consists of a dentist, dental assistant and patient transporter. All of our staff are carefully screened and are caring, knowledgeable and reliable professionals. DHS staff bring equipment for full-service dental care to the patient’s facility and create a temporary treatment room in a private, comfortable space there. In addition to … Read more
Founded in 1902, Union Gospel Mission (UGM) is a Christian ministry dedicated to serving people facing homelessness, poverty, or addiction in our community. By meeting physical, spiritual, emotional, and educational needs, our Mission is changing lives! The Mission helps people rebuild their lives by providing safe shelter, nutritious food, medical and dental care, and a broad variety of life-changing … Read more
If you or your family are without a stable place to stay or at risk of becoming homeless, our goal is to connect you to the right resources for your specific needs. Hope Housing Services can work with you to develop a housing plan and determine which housing options are available to fit your needs. If you are … Read more
VeTouch is a volunteer-based, veterinary student club at the University of Minnesota that stands for Veterinary Treatment Outreach for Urban Community Health. VeTouch provides vaccines and preventative care for the pets of Twin Cities residents receiving low/no income or experiencing houselessness. VeTouch clinics are hosted on the first Sunday of every month from 12:00-4:00 pm … Read more
Domestic Violence 24-HOUR, TOLL-FREE CRISIS LINE: 1-866-367-4297 Domestic violence can happen to anyone, regardless of age, financial status, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, or sexual preference or orientation. Bluff Country Family Resources provides free individualized crisis intervention, legal and personal advocacy, support groups, as well as information and referrals. Some specific services we offer to victims … Read more
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The Eldercare Locator is a nationwide service that connects older Americans and their caregivers with trustworthy local support resources. Since 1991, the Eldercare Locator has been linking those who need assistance with state and local agencies on aging, as well as community-based organizations that serve older adults and their caregivers. Whether help is needed with … Read more
The mission of The Aliveness Project is to encourage self-empowerment and provide direct services for persons living with HIV/AIDS. The Aliveness Project has been an active leader in the HIV community in Minnesota ever since. We offer a food shelf and hot meals to support daily nutrition, outreach and case management services to get people tested and … Read more
MRCI’s County Employment Services provides numerous employment services for recipients of: Minnesota’s Family Investment Program (MFIP) The Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) provides temporary assistance to low-income families with one or more children. The program helps families by expecting, supporting and rewarding work. MFIP expects parents who receive cash and food benefits to look for … Read more