Find community resources

Please call our team for more immediate referrals or if you have any questions about the organizations outlined below: 952.888.9616.

Bloomington HRA 952.563.8937 hra@BloomingtonMN.gov
Affordable housing programs and more information on additional resources for those living in the city of Bloomington.

Creekside Community Center offers a variety of services and classes to Bloomington residents and neighbors in surrounding communities 952.563.4944
9801 Penn Avenue South

Loaves & Fishes
Free healthy meals at various sites throughout the Twin Cities.

Fair Housing and Human Rights
If you feel your rights have been violated as a renter, please connect with this office.

Parks & Rec 952.563.8877
parksrec@BloomingtonMN.gov 1800 W Old Shakopee Rd
Fee assistance for Parks & Rec programs including Summer Spectrum, Aquatic Center, Camp Kota, Summer Adventure Playgrounds, Bush Lake Beach parking permit, etc. Application required. Public

Public Health 952.563.8900
Office Hours: M-F 8AM-4:30PM
Nurse info. line: 9:30AM-4PM
Public Health Center, 1900 W Old Shakopee Rd,
Eligible for services if you live or work in Richfield, Bloomington, or Edina. Clinic fees based on income & family size; WIC, immunization clinics & flu shots, Sage screening program, health risk assessment, family health services, etc.

Edina Resource Center 952.848.3936
contact@edinaresourcecenter.com
5701 Normandale Road, Edina 55424
Connection to community resources and services in Edina

Edina Edina School District – Reduced Lunches 952.848.3811
Food and Nutrition Services
6754 Valley View Rd, Edina Application found online

Richfield Housing Department 612.861.9760
Community Development Information on buying a home, building a home, remodeling, home-owner resources
Richfield Passport Program 612.861.9385
Discounts for Rec Services including Older Adult programs, Rec programs, Wood Lake Nature Center programs, Community Education, Ice Arena, Outdoor Pool, Youth Athletics; Eligibility: Participation in Free or Reduced Lunch program through the Richfield School District, receiving financial aid from Hennepin County, receiving Social Security disability, or demonstrating a financial hardship that prevents full payment of a program fee.Richfield School District – Reduced Lunches Deb LaBounty, Nutrition Services Supervisor: 612.798.6071
Can pick up application at any school or can now apply online

Richfield Section 8 612.861.9770
Section 8 waiting list currently closed; No public housing options in Richfield

HOME Line 612.728.5767
Free tenant/landlord legal advice.
Also offers paid tenant/landlord legal consultation and representation.For more information on preventing and getting rid of bedbugs, learn more the Resource Center at the UMN.

The Lift Garage 612.866.5840
info@theliftgarage.org
2401 E. Lake St. Mpls, MN 55406
Low cost car repair ($15/hour labor PLUS parts) – must be referred by Social Service agency; household must earn under 30% of area median income; only repairs that make vehicle safe to drive (no a/c, cruise control, etc.) – also no major repairs including transmission, engine work, etc. – see website for more details; appointments are generally booked out for several weeks-months

New Gate Education & Resource Center 612.378.0177
*also can apply online at newgateschool.org contact@newgateschool.org
2900 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis 55413

Wheels for Women
Donated vehicle to single parent with custody of at least one minor child, working or in school full-time (or combination of the two totaling full-time hours), and referred by social service agency who can vouch for circumstances; Auto body & auto mechanic training (students only able to do repairs on vehicles donated to New Gate, auto shop not open to public)

Hennepin Co. Child Care Assistance 612.348.5937
MFIP/DWP, Transition Year Child Care (families who received MFIP or DWP for at least 3 of the last 6 mo.), Basic Sliding Fee Child Care

Licensing Info. Lookup List of licensed child care providers

Parent Aware 888.291.9811
Online search tool for child care in MN; May also call to talk to a local Parent Education Specialist for free, M-F 10-4

Think Small – State Early Learning Scholarships 651.641.6604
Financial support up to $5000 to help pay for high-quality early care and education to prepare young children for school
To be eligible for scholarships, families must:
• live in Aitkin, Itasca, St. Louis, Carlton, Scott, Carver, Washington, Anoka, Hennepin, Ramsey or Dakota counties,
• have a child(ren) who is age three or four by September 1, 2019, and who is not yet eligible for kindergarten,
• have an annual income at or below 185% of the Federal Poverty Guideline

Head Start/Early Head Start 612.374.0701 Info Hotline
Families with preschool aged children who are low income (Early head start for pregnant women and children through age 3); language and literacy education, health and dental services, supportive services

School Readiness Programs
Bloomington- 952-681-6200; Edina- 952-848-3985
Preschool for 3-5 year olds; scholarships/financial assistance may be available

Children/Youth with Special Needs
Fraser 612.861.1688
Gen inquiries 612.767.7222
Clinical Intake Evaluations, therapy/rehabilitation, case management, community supports, classes, child care, housing programs

PACER Center 952.838.9000
8161 Normandale Blvd, Bloomington
Programs and educational advocacy resources for children & young adults with all disabilities and their parents/families.

St. David’s Child & Family Development 952.939.0396
Satellite Office: 8800 Highway 7, Ste. 200, St. Louis Park
Foster care, PCAs, residential support services, autism support services, after school activities, etc.

Counseling Programs for Youth 
The Family Partnership 763.569.2633
Youth experiencing patterns of truancy; youth who have committed first offense (shoplifting, theft, vandalism, etc.); youth with involvement (or at risk) with law enforcement

Crisis Nursery Greater Minneapolis 763-541-0400; 24/7- 763-591-0100
Callers who do not need services, general inquiries only 4544 4th Avenue South, Mpls Up to 3 nights of emergency child care – also has 4th day home visiting after stay

Pillsbury 612.302.3500 24/7 Crisis Line
1201 37th Ave N, Mpls
Emergency short-term overnight care and daycare placements for children ages: 6 weeks-12 years old

Early Childhood Family Center 952.681.6200
9600 3rd Ave S, Bloomington Bloomington/Richfield children;
School readiness preschools for 3-5 year olds – fees range from $120-165/month – scholarships may be available, early childhood family education, early childhood screening, special needs

Fairview Pond Center Clinic
On site for medical, dental, and mental health services, immunizations, physicals, accessing health insurance, etc. at no or low cost to Bloomington/Richfield children infancy thru high school
952.681.6277 Medical Services open M&W 2-6 PM
612.746.1530 Dental Appts 1st & 3rd Thurs; 8:30-5; Appt only
952.681.6269 Mental Health Mon-Friday;

Homeless Youth Avenues for Homeless Youth 612.522.1690
1708 Oak Park Ave N, Minneapolis
Youth 16-20; Emergency shelter, meals, hygiene, bus passes, case management, health and wellness care, employment and education support, etc.

Bridge for Youth 612.377.8800
1708 Oak Park North, Minneapolis Youth 10-17;
Emergency shelter, 24 hour walk in counseling, housing programs, health care, 24 hour hotline Hope Street Shelter 612.204.8211 1121 46th St E, Minneapolis Youth 16-20; Emergency shelter, meals, medical attention, case management, mental health/CD counseling, etc.

National Runaway Safeline
800.786.2929
Home Free Program Greyhound bus ticket home for runaway youth between the ages of 12-20; if under 18 must verify missing person’s report has been made in hometown; 19-20 yo ticket to an independent living facility in or near their hometown if not returning to parents

Oasis for Youth
Oasis for Youth operates a drop-in Resource Center for youth ages 16-24. Resources and outreach are targeted toward youth who live, work or attend school in Bloomington, Richfield and Edina; however, no youth in need are turned away. Oasis for Youth meets the needs of youth through individualized case management, connections to resources, improved access to services and supports, and assistance with basic needs.  All our services are offered free of charge.

The Resource Center operates out of Oak Grove Presbyterian Church in Bloomington at the intersection of Penn Avenue South and Old Shakopee Road.

The staff are available by appointment at the Resource Center Monday through Friday, 9am to 5 pm.

Youth Drop-In hours are Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, 2pm to 5pm. 

Youth Services Network
Helping youth find shelter and services

Youthlink 612.252.1200
youthlink@youthlinkmn.org
41 N 12th St, Minneapolis
Assistance in obtaining social security card/state ID/birth certificate, help applying for county programs, education/career counseling, shower, laundry facility, personal hygiene products, legal advice, medical clinic services, health care, and mental health services

Immigrant Hope
952.564.3767
2300 East 88th Street
Bloomington, MN 55425

Minneapolis Community Education
612-968-3800
2015 E Lake St. Minneapolis, MN 55407
$13 Fee for citizenship book

Immigrant Law Center
(651) 641-1011
450 N Syndicate St #200, St Paul, MN 55104
Immigration legal assistance to low-income immigrants and refugees in Minnesota

Bloomington Covenant Church Closet of Hope 952.831.8339
10150 Xerxes Avenue South, Blmt
Last Sat of each month 9-10:30am, call church for holiday date changes; NO CHARGE; 10 items for one adult – if adult brings in 2 children, can receive 30 items

Hope Presbyterian Church Vines & Branches Clothing Center 612.866.4055 x3129
7132 Portland Ave S, Richfield Wed 6:30pm-8pm, Thurs 1pm-4pm, Sat 10am-1pm;
clothing & small misc. items; garage sale prices; one time referral to get items at no cost

Value Village
Richfield 612.861.9550
6528 Penn Ave S, Richfield

Bloomington 952.818.8708
10546 France Ave S, Bloomington M-F 9am-9pm, Sat-Sun 9am-7pm

Low cost (garage sale prices) 2nd hand clothes & household items – bed linens, towels, small household items, small appliances, etc.)

CAP-HC 952.933.9639 or 1.888.577.2227
Financial Counseling (LSS)
8800 Highway 7, Suite 401, St. Louis Park
Foreclosure counseling, legal assistance, taxes, employment counseling, financial counseling, workshops

Conflict Resolution Center 612.822.9883
2101 Hennepin Ave Suite 100, Mpls. mediation@crcminnesota.org
Serves Minneapolis, Bloomington, Richfield, Edina, Burnsville, Eden Prairie, and St. Anthony; will not deny anyone of inability to pay; relationship/family mediation, business mediation, neighborhood mediation, landlord/tenant mediation, mediation in schools, victim offender mediation, facilitation services, elder mediation

Family Means 651.439.4840
Front Desk 651.789.4014
Fin. Counseling 651.789.4037
Mental Health Mpls:3433
1875 Northwestern Ave. S. Stillwater, MN 58082
Financial counseling, mental health counseling, family counseling, divorce counseling, therapy, youth programs, etc. Medical assistance accepted; sliding fee scale available

Headway Emotional Health Services
612.861.1675 Main Line
763.746.2411 Intake
6425 Nicollet Ave S, Richfield
Couples and family outpatient therapy, individual counseling, divorce education, parenting seminars, assessments and testing, day treatment, case management, domestic violence counseling, sexual abuse treatment, men’s anger management, etc.

Lutheran Social Service 888.577.2227
Onsite counseling in various locations. Services are also available by phone counseling and online. Buget counseling, debt & credit help, housing counseling, financial education, no longer offers bankruptcy services

The Family Partnership 
Desk: 612.728.2061
Spanish: 612.728.2089
Hmoob:763.569.2625
Jim Ramstad Community Service Center, 1550 E 78th Street Ste. 120, Richfield;
Hours: Mon-Wed Noon-8pm, Thurs-Fri 9-5;
Sliding fee scale available; Individual/couple/family/youth counseling services

Tubman
Tubman helps women, men, youth and families who have experienced relationship violence, elder abuse, addiction, sexual exploitation or other forms of trauma.

West location: 612-825-3333; 3111 1st Ave S. Minneapolis, MN 55408
East location: (Maplewood) 651-789-6770; 1725 Monastery Way Maplewood

Chrysalis Center (part of Tubman) 612.825.0000 (West Metro) 24 Hr Helpline
4432 Chicago Ave S, Mpls
Safe shelter & support for victims of domestic violence, legal services (call for ½ hour appt to meet with attorney – $20 fee), counseling/ therapy & support groups, chemical health services, youth & family services, sustainability services (workshops/clothing/etc.), community education, senior services

Walk In Counseling Center 612.870.0565 Ext. 100
2421 Chicago Avenue South, Minneapolis
Free counseling services – no fees, no need for insurance. No appointments are needed during walk in hours. Afternoon Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 1:00 – 3:00 Evening Hours:Monday through Thursday: 6:30 – 8:30

COPE – Community Outreach for Psychiatric Emergencies 612-348-2233
All adults living in Hennepin County who are experiencing a mental health crisis; clinical assessments, phone and in-person consultations available

Day One MN 866.223.1111 (24-hours)
Connection to available shelter or safe housing for victims of domestic violence, crisis services, connection to other resources including support groups, transitional housing, legal advocacy

Veteran Suicide Prevention Hotline 800.273.8255 press 1
24 hr hotline for veterans in crisis and their families/friends

Disability Hub 888.333.2466
A single access point for all disability related questions. For people with disabilities and chronic illness. Connects people to community services.

Hennepin County Aging & Disability Services 612.348.4500
Information and referral for persons of all ages with disabilities, short term service planning and case management, access to long term care consultation, waivers, alternative care, home care, and case management, assisted living options

Assisted Living Options for People With Disabilities Guide
Resource guide to individuals and seniors with disabilities. State-specific information available.
Assisted Living with Disabilities

Cornerstone 952.884.0330
1000 East 80th St, Bloomington 55420
Emergency safe-housing, emergency shelter, protection for pets, therapy, housing resources, legal services, 24 hour helpline

Day One MN 866.223.1111 (24-hours)
Connection to available shelter or safe housing for victims of domestic violence, crisis services, connection to other resources including support groups, transitional housing, legal advocacy

Tubman
Tubman helps women, men, youth and families who have experienced relationship violence, elder abuse, addiction, sexual exploitation or other forms of trauma.

West location: 612-825-3333; 3111 1st Ave S. Minneapolis, MN 55408
East location: (Maplewood) 651-789-6770; 1725 Monastery Way Maplewood

Chrysalis Center (part of Tubman) 612.825.0000 (West Metro) 24 Hr Helpline
4432 Chicago Ave S, Mpls
Safe shelter & support for victims of domestic violence, legal services (call for ½ hour appt to meet with attorney – $20 fee), counseling/ therapy & support groups, chemical health services, youth & family services, sustainability services (workshops/clothing/etc.), community education, senior services

Metro South Adult Basic Education 952.681.6170
msabe@bloomington.k12.mn.us
2575 W 88th St, Bloomington
Open to adults in Blmt/Rfld/Edina/Eden Prairie; Programs include: – Diploma program for adult learners (20+) – Under 21 Diploma Program – GED exam preparation – Basic skills development – Deaf and hard of hearing classes – ESL classes

Basilica of St. Mary 612.333.1381
Shoe Ministry -shoe voucher 1x per 12 mo -M or Sat 9:30-11 am
bring form of ID, med card, SS card, birth cert -photo id -proof of residency within 30 days zip codes: 55401, 55402, 55403, 55405, or 55411 -if in shelter must bring a letter from shelter stating need (will accept from any Minneapolis shelter)
88 N 17th St, (Hennepin & 17th Ave. N) Service area: Minneapolis residents in the 55401, 55402, 55403, 55405, & 55411 zip codes; limited financial assistance with rent/utilities; gas/bus, thrift store vouchers, ID fees, bus tickets for funerals, furniture, food referrals -Apply in person M/W/Th 9:30-11:30 -Must bring photo ID, prof of residency, and documentation for assistance.

CEAP – Community Emergency Assistance Program
Brooklyn Center 763.566.9600,
Blaine office 763.783.4930 Anoka County residents only
7051 Brooklyn Blvd, Brooklyn Center
Service area: Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center, Champlin east of Hwy 169, and all of Anoka County; emergency financial assistance, food, clothing, car loan program, seasonal support, etc.

CES – Community Emergency Services 612.870.1125
1900 11th Avenue, Mpls
Service area: South or SE Minneapolis residents – must have children 18 and under; assistance with rent, utilities-water disconnection notices only, food, bus tokens, etc; must be employed or receiving government assistance; only help 1x in a lifetime; NO deposit or application fees

CROSS – Christians Reaching Out in Social Service 763.425.1050
12915 Weinand Cir, Rogers
Service area: Rogers, Maple Grove, Osseo, Champlin (West), Corcoran, Dayton; emergency financial assistance, food, clothes, seasonal support, etc.

Hennepin Co. Emergency Assistance 612.596.1300 or 612.596.1900
Serves Hennepin co. families & single adults 1x in 12 mo -assistance with rent, damage deposit, home repair, utility bills -foreclosure prevention, moving expenses, transportation homeless families -additional food support for special diets

ICA – Intercongregation Communities Action 952.938.0729 or 952.938.7822
Jessie Billet or Pat Gau
12990 St. Davids Rd, Minnetonka 55305
Service area: Minnetonka, Hopkins, Excelsior, Deephaven, Greenwood, Shorewood & Woodland; emergency financial assistance, food, job search, etc. -listing of available jobs on website

IOCP – Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners 763.489.7500
1605 County Rd 101 North, Plymouth
Service area: SW suburbs: Hamel, Long Lake, Medicine Lake, Medina, Minnetonka Beach, Orono, Plymouth, and Wayzata residents; emergency financial assistance, supportive housing, food, transportation, etc.

JFCS (Jewish Family and Children’s Service) 952.546.0616
Minnetonka: 13100 Wayzata Blvd, Ste 400
Minneapolis: 401 N 3rd St, Ste 605
Service area depends on service – limited financial assistance available; eligibility criteria dependent on funder -services for: adults, career search, child and adolescences, counseling, financial assistance, people with disabilities, and seniors.

MN Indian Women’s Resource Center 612.728.2000
2300 – 15th Avenue South, Mpls 55404
Rapid exit and prevention housing program for families – rent/deposit if fit long term definition of homelessness; primarily serves Native American families; most assistance through programs clients already using through agency Services include: learning center, domestic violence and trafficking, chemical and mental illness

Minnesota Housing Partnership (MHP) 651.649.1710
2446 University Ave Suite 140, St. Paul
Provides rent and utilities money for psychiatric inpatients up to 3 months while they are in treatment.

NEAR – North Suburban Emergency Assistance Response 763.533.2836
5209 W Broadway Ave, Crystal 55429
Service area: Northern Robbinsdale, Crystal, and New Hope residents who live between 42nd and 62nd Ave N; limited financial assistance, food, seasonal support, etc.

PRISM – People Responding in Social Ministry 763.529.1350
730 Florida Ave S, Golden Valley 55426
Service area: Golden Valley, Plymouth (E of Hwy 494), New Hope, Crystal (S of 42nd Ave), Robbinsdale; emergency financial assistance, food, clothing & household, seasonal support, ways to work program, etc. *Prism Express and Auto Shop discontinued 10.2013

PROP – People Reaching Out to Other People 952.937.9120
14700 Martin Drive, Eden Prairie 55344
Service area: Eden Prairie and Chanhassen residents; emergency financial assistance, food, transportation, seasonal support, etc.

Sabathani Community Center 612.821.2300
310 E 38th St, Minneapolis, MN 55409
Serves Minneapolis residents between Lake St. & Minnehaha Pkwy, and Lyndale & Hiawatha Ave.; serves families and single adults; EA for rent/utilities, food, clothing, furniture, tax prep, housing, seasonal programs, etc; NO deposit or 1st mo rent Salvation Army 612.721.1513 Temple Office: 1604 E Lake St, Mpls Food, hygiene, financial assistance (including rent/mortgage), hot lunch M-F, utility assistance, bus passes/tokens, seasonal services, etc.

Sharing and Caring Hands 612.338.4640
525 North 7th Street, Mpls
Must wait in line (Monday thru Thursday 10:00-11:30am and 1:30-3:00pm) and see Mary Jo in person only for the following services: Emergency financial assistance, bus passes/tokens, eye glass vouchers for exams and/or glasses for uninsured or underinsured shoes, vouchers to get State Identification/Birth Certificate

St. Stephens Human Services Families 612.870.2298 Singles: 612.767.4446 or 612.874.0313 Aundria Morgan,
Prevention Specialist/Shelter Advocate: 612.874.0311 (no clients)
Richard Amos for general info. ramos@st.stephensmpls.org
2309 Nicollet Ave South, Minneapolis; Emergency rent assistance for families and single adults for Minneapolis residents only

STEP – St. Louis Park Emergency Program 952.925.4899
Julie Lapointe, Program Manager
6812 W Lake St, St. Louis Park, MN 55426;
Serves St. Louis Park residents only; Food, clothes, seasonal support, transportation, crisis support, emergency financial assistance

WeCAN – Western Communities Action Network 952.472.0742
Lisa Floeter, Family Advocate
familyadvocate@wecan-help.org
5213 Shoreline Dr, Mound
Service area: Spring Park, Mound, Minnetrista, Minnetonka Beach, Tonka Bay, St. Bonifacius, Maple Plain, Independence, Loretto, Greenfield, Rockford, Western Orono; EA, family support, health services, meals on wheels, job center.

Working Partnerships 612.379.8130 Ext. 113
Betsy Hunter betsy@workingpartnerships.org
312 central Ave Suite 524, Mpls
Emergency financial assistance, food assistance, referrals, and advocacy for union members and their families – must reside in Hennepin, Anoka, Scott, Carver, Wright, Meeker or McLeod county. Once in a lifetime financial assistance.

HIRED 952-303-8303
HIRED’s mission is to nurture purpose and advance economic opportunity for all through
individualized employment and career services.

CareerForce in Bloomington: Main: 952-703-7730
4220 West Old Shakopee Road Suite 200Bloomington, MN 55437

Fare for All 763.450.3880 x 3880
info@fareforall.org Save up to 40% on groceries; EBT accepted; Produce pack $10, Meat pack $11, Combined pack $20, also has monthly specials;
Distribution sites include Creekside and Richfield Community Center

Loaves & Fishes Free evening hot meals
Creekside Community Center 9801 Penn Ave S, Bloomington 952.948.0746 Mon-Fri, 5:30PM-6:30PM
Hope Presbyterian Church 7132 Portland Ave S, Richfield 612.869.7700 Mon-Thurs, 5PM-6PM
St. Stephen’s Catholic Church 2123 Clinton Ave S, Mpls 55404 612.871.2981 Mon-Fri, 5:30PM-6:30PM

Mount Olivet Lutheran Church Community Dinners
5025 Knox Ave S, Mpls MN 55419
Get a hot meal every Tuesday and Thursday evening from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.

NAPS 651-484-8241
1140 Gervais Ave St. Paul, MN
Supplemental box of canned and boxed goods only. NAPS: 60+ low income seniors Call Second Harvest to register and find distribution site *Must register to receive food. VEAP distributes 2nd Wednesday of the month (MAC program discontinued)

SNAP 612.596.1300
Hennepin County Shorter (4 pages) 60+ application for seniors by request if only applying for SNAP and no cash/medical programs; SNAP 60+ Application can also be found online at: https://edocs.dhs.state.mn.us/lfserver/Public/DHS-5223F-ENG

Help at your Door 651.642.1892  info@storetodoor.org
8441 Wayzata Boulevard #160, Golden Valley, MN 55426
Grocery delivery (and Rx pick up/delivery thru Cub Foods pharmacy) for seniors 60+, min order of $25, delivery fees vary but clients may be eligible for subsidized fees; groceries can be unpacked and put away for clients in home

WIC 612.348.6100
Hennepin Co. Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or recently postpartum, infants, children under 5 *Bloomington, Richfield & Edina residents call 612.563.8993

Adult Protection 612.348.8526 Common Entry Point

Aging & Disability Services 612.348.4500

Child Protection 612.348.3552 Reporting Line

Child Support 612.348.3600

Childcare Assistance 612.348.5937

Economic Assistance
Food/Cash/Med/EA 612.596.1300
Emergency Assistance 612.596.1300 or 612.596.1900

Emergency Shelter Assistance
Family: 612-348-9410
Singles: 612-348-4111
After 5pm/weekend/holidays: 211/651-291-0211

Front Door/Social Services 612.348.4111

Housing Court Team 612.348.7012 Provides legal advice and representation to tenants who have evictions filed. This includes: advocating for tenants with landlords and courts to make sure your rights are protected, Provide legal advice before and during housing court proceedings and representing you in court, Negotiating with the landlord to try to resolve to avoid court or to achieve a better outcome at court, connecting you with financial assistance as well as other services to help secure stable housing and help prevent evictions and getting evictions removed from your record.

Office of Multicultural Services 612.348.2193

Parent Representation Team 612.348.7012 Provides legal advice and representation to parents who are involved with Child Protection. Both before and during court proceedings, represent you in child protection court to help you reach your goals, connect you with services and supports to help your family achieve stability, advocate for you to make sure your rights are being protected.

Sheriff’s Office – Civil Division 612.348.3800

Veteran’s Services 612.348.3300

WIC 612.348.6100 Hennepin Co.

Housing Rehab/Repairs CAP-HC 952.933.9639 Ext. 210

Housing repair & rehabilitation – sagging roof, cracked foundation, improper plumbing, etc.

Project for Pride in Living 612.455.5221
No interest loans for home repairs – Minneapolis or St. Paul residents only

HRA’s Affordable housing, Section 8, Public Housing
Bloomington 952.563.8937
Richfield 612.861.9702
Metro HRA 651-602-1428

CommonBond Communities Affordable rentals for low income households, seniors, and/or persons with disabilities. Search online for availability and how to apply.
651.291.1750 Central Office
651.290.6228 Property Hotline

HousingLink Website to search online for affordable housing; sign up for hAlert – free service that sends newly listed housing and waiting list openings by email or text msg 612.522.2500

Lutheran Social Service Information on housing programs in MN. housing@lssmn.org

Person to Person Homeless Prevention Program
Must be referred by Legal Aid; Mpls residents only; mediation and advocacy services with property owners, housing search assistance, living skill coaching, budgeting and financial management assistance, financial resource referral for rent, security deposits, moving expenses, electricity, and heat
612.334.5970 (Legal Aid Society of Mpls)

1st Call for Help (United Way)
2-1-1 Cell phone users call: 651.291.0211
Disability Linkage Line 888.333.2466
Metro Shelter Hotline 888.234.1329
Provides information about emergency shelter and transitional housing for single adults, families, and youth in Metro area

Richfield Bilingual Center for Support, Info & Referral for Spanish speaking families

Portico Healthnet 651.489.2273 or 866.489.4899 (Health Access Line)
Email: info@porticohealthnet.org –
Information and referral to low cost and sliding fee clinics for medical, dental and mental health services -In person and telephone assessments by community health workers to determine potential eligibility for MN Health Care Programs (MA and MNCARE).
-Community health workers available to provide assistance with application, enrollment, and renewal processes.

Senior Linkage Line 1.800.333.2433
TTY Service: 1.800.627.3529
Toll Free: 1.800.882.6262
mba@state.mn.us
The Senior LinkAge Line® has expertise in the areas of :
• Medicare
• Prescription Drug Expense assistance for Minnesotans of all ages
• Health Insurance Counseling
• Forms assistance, including help applying for Medical Assistance and Medicare options
• Long-term Care Insurance, including the Long-term Care Partnership • Long-term Care Planning Options • Caregiver planning and support
• Grandparents raising Grandchildren

Veteran’s Linkage Line (LinkVet) 888.546.5838
20 W 12th St, Rm 206, St. Paul, MN, 55155-2079
Websites http://mn.gov/mdva https://linkvet.custhelp.com/app/home/search/1

Disability Law Center Provides free legal advice for people with disabilities in areas including: abuse and neglect, self-determination, community based services, special education, employment, accessibility and discrimination
Twin Cities Metro Area – 612.334.5970
Greater Minnesota – 1.800.292.4150 TTY or 612.332.4668

HOME Line MN 612.728.5767
Free legal advice for MN residents on hotline (free for Mpls residents); Also provides consultation and representation services at low-cost

Legal Aid Society of Mpls 612.334.5970

Client Intake Hennepin County residents South location: 2929 4th Ave S, Ste. 201,
Minneapolis Office line: 612.332.1441

Tubman 612.825.3333
Main line 612.825.0000 (West Metro) 24 Hr Helpline
3111 First Ave S, Minneapolis 55408
Legal services: call for ½ hour appt to meet with attorney – $20 fee

MNSure 855-366-7873
Search online for affordable health plans for Minnesota residents. Navigators/assisters are available for help with the process of applying and enrolling.
Portico Healthnet 651.489.2273 or 866.489.4899
-Information and referral to low cost and sliding fee clinics for medical, dental and mental health services -In person and telephone assessments by community health workers to determine potential eligibility for MN Health Care Programs (MA and MNCARE).
-Community health workers available to provide assistance with application, enrollment, and renewal processes.Senior Linkage 1.800.333.2433 or 651.431.7453
mba@state.mn.us
Health insurance counseling, Rx resources, information referral. Do not have to be a senior.

Southside Community Health Services Medical Clinic 612.827.7181
Dental Clinic 612.822.9030
Vision Clinic 612.821.2003
Medical Clinics Minneapolis: 324 E 35th S Richfield: 1550 E 78th St
Dental & Vision Clinics 4243 4th Ave S, Mpls
Call for appointment; Walk ins welcome for medical and dental services only; MA/MN Care accepted; Sliding fee scale available if eligible.

Angel Foundation offers emergency financial assistance grants to adults in the Metro who are going through treatment for an active cancer diagnosis. They have funds to grant for help with housing, utilities, food gift cards, and gas gift cards.

St. Mary’s Health Clinics 651.287.7777
1884 Randolph Avenue St. Paul, MN 55105
Free health care services for those who qualify – must meet income guidelines and not have any health care coverage of any kind; Call eligibilty and scheduling line M-Fri 8:30AM-4PM

Avivo
Helping individuals achieve recovery, employment, and economic advancement.

Bloomington Locations:

Avivo Employment Services
2626 East 82nd Street, Suite 370
Bloomington, MN 55425
Phone: 612.752.8940
Fax: 612.752.8941

Avivo Community Support Program
7888 12th Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55425
Phone: 612.752.8350
Fax: 612.752.8351

Canvas Health 612.676.1604 | 1701 E. American Blvd, Suite 4, Bloomington, 55425
Canvas Health helps children, adolescents, adults and families who struggle with mental health, chemical health and domestic and sexual abuse. Outpatient clinic focuses on mental health care. Early childhood therapy ages 5 and under and child/adolescent therapy ages 6-17. Issues ranging from stress and adjustment to severe and chronic mental illnesses. Chemical health assessments offered. Most health insurance plans accepted. Sliding fee scale for the uninsured.

COPE – Community Outreach for Psychiatric Emergencies 612-348-2233
All adults living in Hennepin County who are experiencing a mental health crisis; clinical assessments, phone and in-person consultations available; 24/7

Family Partnership 612.728.2061
Programs include adolescent domestic abuse, child therapeutic services and supports, counceling (including early childhood), and youth services. Also serve adults.

Headway 612.861.1675
Locations throughout the Twin Cities.
Serving children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Offer outpatient, adolescent day treatment, divorce education classes, and school-based therapy.

Hennepin County Front Door 612.348.4111
Information and referral, service planning, screening and intake for Adolescent Parent Unit, Case Management Managed Care (mental health, chemical health),

COPE, Childrens Mental Health, Homeless Access Unit Resource (formally Charaka) 612.752.8350
7888 12th Avenue South, Bloomington
Serves adults with mental illness who are living in Hennepin County and have a mental health diagnosis from a mental health professional; Housing support, employment support, peer groups, etc.

Hennepin Co. Office of Multicultural Services 612.348.2193 oms@co.hennepin.mn.us
Powderhorn Partners 1201 E Lake St, Minneapolis

La Mision 612.869.1824
305 E 77th St, Richfield MN 55423 Assumption Catholic Church
– Social Services, Information and Referral

Minneapolis American Indian Center 612.879.1700
1530 E Franklin Ave, Minneapolis 55404
Youth programs and services for American Indian families, chemical dependency programs, employment services, domestic violence support, seniors programs

Minnesota Indian Women’s Resource Center 612.728.2000
2300 15th Avenue South, Minneapolis 55404
Programs and services for American Indian women and their families; Housing programs, family services, learning center, sexual assault advocacy, outpatient treatment programs for mental health, chemical dependency, sexual trauma, etc.

MIRA 612.243.3064
7145 Harriet Ave S., #400, Richfield
Bilingual Center for Support, Info & Referral for Spanish speaking families

HCMC Pharmacies Financial Counselors 612.873.2767
Financial counselors available to help with public health plans and financial assistance options offered thru HCMC for medical services and Rx costs – best to make an appt with counselor before receiving services – located at downtown campus on 900 S 8th Street, and in neighborhood clinics

Hennepin Care South Clinic
612-873-6963; 790 W. 66th Richfield, MN 55423

Minnesota Drug Card Any MN resident eligible;
Savings of up to 75% on prescription medications (average savings of 30%) 877.321.6755
Customer Service 800.248.1062

Pharmacy Helpline Partnership for Prescription Assistance 888.477.2669
Helps qualifying patients without prescription drug coverage get the medicines they need through the program that is right for them – free of charge. Many patients will get their medications at no cost or at discounted prices. Application required.

Rx Outreach 1.800.769.3880
Mail order pharmacy for low-income households for affordable Rxs. Application required;
Must have income below: -$34,470, single person -$46,530, 2 person household -$58,590, 3 person household -$70,650, 4 person household -Each additional person add $12,060/year

HOME (Household and Outside Maintenance for Elderly) 952.746.4046
Low cost, sliding-scale and free household and outside maintenance services in Bloomington, Richfield, Edina, Eden Prairie and St. Louis Park for adults 60+ in Hennepin County. Services include homemaking, mowing, snow removal, minor repairs and yard cleanup.
Meals on Wheels
Hot meals delivered to home M-F 11AM-1PM; Sample meal includes one entrée, vegetable, fruit, roll, and milk; Low-sodium diabetic, Kosher, Asian, Somali meal options; cost ranges from $4-$6 per meal but financial assistance may be available
612-990-5398Senior Community Services 952.541.1019
Programs include: HOME (952.746.4046), Senior Outreach (612-770-7005) –  In-home counseling and case management to help seniors remain independent in Suburban Hennepin County. Caregiver services include coaching, support groups and consultation.

Senior Linkage Line 1.800.333.2433 Information & Assistance specialists to connect callers to services in area including housing options, health insurance counseling, housework, transportation, Rx drug help, etc.

Senior Partners Care  952.767.0665  Statewide program that helps low to moderate income Medicare beneficiaries limit their out of pocket medical expenses by filling the gap that Medicare leaves behind.

Store to Door 651.642.1892
info@storetodoor.org
Grocery delivery (and Rx pick up/delivery thru Cub Foods pharmacy) for seniors 60+, min order of $25, delivery fees vary but clients may be eligible for subsidized fees; groceries can be unpacked and put away for clients in home

Families w/ children
Hennepin Co. shelter team 612.348.9410
Apply at Century Plaza M-F 7:30AM-5PM;
Contracted shelters: People Serving People and St. Anne’s Place

Mary’s Place 612.338.4855 401 N 7th St, Minneapolis, MN 55405 Must have 2 or more minor children in care

Hennepin County Emergency Shelter Assistance after 5:00PM 2-1-1 651.291.0211
Ask for “After Hours”

Avenues for Youth 612.522.1690
1708 Oak Park Ave N, Mpls; Youth 17-20

Bridge for Youth 612.377.8800
1111 W 22nd St, Mpls; Youth 10-17

Hope Street Shelter 612.204.8211
1121 46th St E, Mpls; Youth 16-20

Metro Shelter Hotline 888.234.1329
Provides information about emergency shelter and transitional housing for single adults, families, and youth in

Metro area Single Adults Higher Ground (Catholic Charities)
165 Glenwood Ave, Mpls 612.204.8550
Singles not eligible for HC shelter bed Free Shelter – Men only; Daily 4:45pm-6:45am: 171 spaces

Salvation Army Harbor Light
1010 Currie Ave. N., Mpls 612.767.3100
Overnight shelter available for both single men (Safe Bay) and women (Sally’s Place) who are not eligible for HC shelter bed at no cost. Men line-up starts at 8pm; Women line-up starts at 4:15pm; both must leave by 8am

Simpson Overnight Shelter
Combined Lottery held at Simpson only
2710 1st Avenue South, Mpls 612.874.0306
Men enter 28th Street Door Women enter First Ave Door Men must attend combined weekly lottery (St. Stephen’s, Our Saviour’s, & Simpson shelters) at Simpson every Mon night from 5:45pm-6:30pm; beds given out for 28 days Women must attend lottery on Wednesdays at 3pm for a 28 day bed, or may call 612.871.1138 at 5pm for one of the seven nightly beds available – first come first serve

Youth Service Network
An app for youth to use to locate open shelter beds and youth-centered services

Day One for domestic violence: 1-800-799-7233 (24/7) Help locating a shelter and resources for those experiencing domestic violence.

Metro Mobility 651.602.1111

Shared public transportation. For individuals with disabilities as certified by Metro Mobility. Reservations taken 7 days a week. Call in advance, up to four days. Taxi Ticket Program in where ADA certified riders unable to schedule a ride on Metro Mobility can be reimbursed up to $20 if they use a private taxi. Rides are for any purpose.

Transit Link 651-602-5465
Curb to curb transportation. May reserve a ride up to five days in advance. Base fare is $2.25. Any type of ride.

Help at Your Door/Help for Seniors in the Twin Cities Metro Area 651-642-1892 (former Store to Door).
Grocery shopping for seniors and individuals with disabilities/$5 – $15 fee depending on income. Handyman services for seniors – $35/hr minimum 2 hrs.

Go Go Grandparent 855-464-6872
Similar to Lyft, Uber. Do not need to use a smart phone. Need a credit card, $2.70 fee per ride plus $1 per mile and $.34 per minute. Can accommodate walkers, door to door. Need to give 15 minutes notice. Can have live texts sent to friend, family on status of ride.

Jewish Family Center 952-546-0616
Geographic area includes only portions of Edina. Sliding fee based on income, annual fee of $25-$50. $6-$26 per ride. Rides available 8am-3:30pm. Medical, errand and other types of rides available.

Darts  651-234-2272
Direct- Group rides $80 an hour, Select- individual rides $23.50 plus $1.75 per mile.

Synergy Home Care 952-697-4430
Private pay transportation, $35 an hour $.55 a mile. 3 day notice required. Medical and errands. Driver waits with client until appointment is done.

Assisted Transport 651-602-5465
Serves 7 County Metro area. Call for rates. Private pay.  Some insurance plans accepted. Non-emergency wheelchair and stretcher transportation. Medical appointments.

Northland Transportation 952-885-0580
Serves 7 County Metro area. Accepts Medica, U-Care, Blue Cross, Health Partners, and MA. Wheelchair accessible and ambulatory. MA medical appointments.

TLC Special Transportation 952-882-0535
Serves 7 county metro area. Accepts Medica Choice, U-Care, BluePlus, Health Partners, MA, and private pay. Medical appointments.

Twin Cities Senior Concierge 651-238-4353
Transportation for ambulatory seniors and disabled. Run errands, assist in non-medical services. $20 pick up fee and $2 per mile. Only charged pick up fee one time if return trip is picked up within 3 hours. In other words, picked up  at noon and dropped off 5 miles away and made the return trip back within 3 hours total charge round trip would be $40.

American Cancer Society 800-227-2345
For cancer treatment appointments only. Must be ambulatory. Need a 4 day notice. Can bring a friend. Have a back up plan in case volunteer is unable to make it. No cost. No income limitations.

Touching Lives Adult Day Services  952-465-0555, 4833 W 123rd St., Savage
For Alzheimer’s, TBI, Dementia, (chronic care). No fee if coming in for an outing. Sliding fee if coming into center. Some county funding covers fees call (612-348-4111). VA covers 2 days per week for veterans.

Blue Cross/Blue Shield of MN, UCare, Medica, Health Partners, private pay insurance
To receive medical rides they must be on Medicaid/Medical Assistance. Medical rides only.

  • The Elderly Waiver (EW) is for adults ages 65 and over, who wish to live in their own home rather than in a nursing facility. If you are eligible, Elderly Waiver pays for services which support and care for you so that you can continue living in your home.  These services are referred to as home and community-based services.
  • If they have an Elderly Waiver, EW, they are eligible for other rides that are required to keep them living independently – grocery shopping etc.

For waiver services call The Front Door 612-348-4111 if 65 or older or under 65 and ADA Certified.

MN Non-Emergency Transportation – 1-866-467-1724 and have MA ID number ready
Must be on Medical Assistance and have MA ID number. Medical Appointment only.

CAP-HC – Energy Assistance Programs (EAP)
All of Hennepin County 952.930.3541
8800 Hwy 7, Ste. 403, St. Louis Park

POWEROn and Gas Affordability Program (GAP)
Payment plans that lower monthly expenses but account for outstanding balances. Applicant household must have received EAP assistance during the current or most recent energy assistance season.

Overview: https://energycents.org/affordability-programs/

Xcel (POWEROn) info and app: https://energycents.org/affordability-programs/xcel-energy-customers/

CenterPoint (GAP) info and app: https://energycents.org/affordability-programs/centerpoint-energy-customers/

Salvation Army Heatshare

  • Office for residents in VEAP’s service area: 612-767-2700
  • Must have exhausted Hennepin County Emergency Assistance as a resource
  • Applicant must be responsible for paying heat. They can help with Xcel bills as well, but only in heat effected households.
  • Applicant must have a disconnection notice or shut off
  • Assistance must resolve the disconnection notice or get the tenant’s service turned back on if they are already disconnected
  • There must be a reason for the disconnection notice/ an unforeseen crisis resulting in the bill not being paid
  • Applicants must have contributed a minimum of 3% of their income towards the utility bill in the past 3 months (ie they will not pay bills for people who have had income and have just not been paying anything towards the bill)

Hennepin County Veterans Services 612.348.3300
Assistance in obtaining military discharge, filing claims for VA disability benefits, enrolling in VA healthcare system, filing for state disability benefits, applying for State Soldiers Assistance Program for financial assistance, etc.
MN Assistance Council for Veterans 612.726.1327
Metro Location: Mortgage, rent, utilities, transportation, food, employment, legal referrals; Must be a veteran with 181 days of active duty service, resident of MN (30 days+), and homeless or at imminent risk of becoming homeless – should pay no more than 30% of income toward monthly housing expenses.

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