March 15, 2013 - A new Minnesota problem gambling microsite, www.getgamblinghelp.com, was recently launched to offer resources to individuals experiencing life problems related to gambling and others who may have concerns related to an individual’s gambling behavior.

March 12, 2013 - Key human services proposals that restructure long-term care services, provide for the safe and healthy development of children and strengthen chemical and mental health services are scheduled to be heard by legislators Wednesday.

March 12, 2013 - Hundreds of children under state guardianship are waiting in foster care for families. Commissioner Lucinda Jesson recently announced Northstar Care for Children, a plan to help these children, who have spent far too much time in foster care, become part of permanent families.

March 08, 2013 - Commissioner Lucinda Jesson met with employees and employers in downtown St. Paul to highlight portions of Gov. Mark Dayton’s Reform 2020 budget package that support employment for Minnesotans with disabilities, especially young Minnesotans.

March 08, 2013 - Minnesota legislators will consider proposals early next week from the Department of Human Services that would toughen regulation of methadone clinics and improve treatment for people who are addicted.

March 07, 2013 - Human Services Commissioner Lucinda Jesson visited family caregivers and older adults in Mankato to highlight proposals in Gov. Mark Dayton's budget that ensure the sustainability of long-term services and supports for Minnesota’s growing aging population.

March 05, 2013 - This summer, a pilot project will put more locally-grown fruits and vegetables on the plates of thousands of Minnesotans.

March 05, 2013 - Minnesota legislators are delving into efforts by the Department of Human Services to increase the value Minnesotans receive for their health care dollars.

February 26, 2013 - Human Services Commissioner Lucinda Jesson met with members of the St. Cloud medical community to discuss strategies to improve health care infrastructure in central Minnesota and across the state.

February 25, 2013 - DHS is co-sponsoring a daylong workshop aimed at addressing health policy related to health equity, determinants of health, and health disparities affecting marginalized racial and ethnic communities.