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Learn more about this service when paid for under the waivers in the Community-Based Services Manual.

Learn more about this service when paid for under the waivers in the Community-Based Services Manual.

This agency is contracted with the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) to provide free Social Security advocacy services. Advocates help people apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). They can help file an initial application, appeal a denied application, represent at hearing level, represent in a continuing disability review, and they make sure that people are applying for all benefits for which they are eligible. Information about an agency's specific Social Security advocacy services can be found in the Social Security Advocacy Directory.

Program that provides therapy and treatment for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Foreclosure avoidance counseling provides information and assistance to help you avoid foreclosing on your mortgage and losing your home. This non-profit agency has been approved by Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to offer the service. HUD foreclosure avoidance counseling is free-of-charge. The counseling session(s) will help you determine if you are eligible for a loan adjustment, or if you can refinance your mortgage to reduce monthly payments. If you are eligible, the counselor will work with you to prepare an intake package (paperwork) for your mortgage servicer. MORE INFORMATION Helps identify possibilities that may allow you to retain your home

This agency is contracted with the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) to provide free Social Security advocacy services. Advocates help people apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). They can help file an initial application, appeal a denied application, represent at hearing level, represent in a continuing disability review, and they make sure that people are applying for all benefits for which they are eligible. Information about an agency's specific Social Security advocacy services can be found in the Social Security Advocacy Directory.

Recreational activities for older adults to create social connections, learn new things and improve their general well-being. MORE INFORMATION Serves as a gathering place for older adults in the community Programs include: * The Magnificent Golden Agers offer a social and recreational group for women age 55+ * The Retired Men's Club

Learn more about this service when paid for under waivers in the Community-Based Services Manual.

Learn more about this service when paid for under waivers in the Community-Based Services Manual.

Learn more about this service when paid for under the waivers in the Community-Based Services Manual.

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible

Family caregiver training and education focuses on building caregiver skills, dealing with stress and managing the caregiver role. Learn more about family caregiver costs that are covered through waivers in the Community-Based Services Manual. MORE INFORMATION The African Immigrant Dementia Education Project (AIDEP) provides culturally tailored dementia education focused on the African immigrant community.

Adult Rehabilitative Mental Health Services (ARMHS) are recovery-oriented interventions to people living in their own homes or elsewhere in the community. The goal is to help a person acquire, practice, and enhance skills so there is a restoring of capabilities that have been lost or reduced due to symptoms of mental illness. ARMHS can provide individuals with: * Basic living and social skills * Certified peer specialist services * Community intervention * Medication education * Transition to community living More information about ARMHS services, including a complete list of providers, is available on the Minnesota Department of Human Services website.

Provides services to people of African descent who are living with, or affected by Human Immunodeficiency Virus / Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS) All services are fully integrated into a continuum of HIV prevention and care designed to provide individuals with full access to all services the agency offers. Current services include, but may not be limited to: * HIV counseling, testing and referrals * HIV health education/risk reduction * Prevention education/harm reduction * AIDS drug assistance program * Medical Transportation assistance * Culturally specific emotional support groups (men and women) * Medical case management * Mental health access * Technical assistance and counseling services * Eliminating health disparities initiative

Learn more about this service when paid for under the waivers in the Community-Based Services Manual.

Senior centers offer services and recreational activities that are of interest to older adults. MORE INFORMATION Activities include: * Diabetes prevention education * Line dancing * Ceramics * Social activities * Walking and exercising * Cards and games * Choir

A group of people that meet on a regular basis to share their experiences and provide mutual support. MORE INFORMATION Better Together is a program for diabetes care, education and engagement

Learn more about this service when paid for under the waivers in the Community-Based Services Manual.

Recreational activities for older adults to create social connections, learn new things and improve their general well-being. MORE INFORMATION Offers services, support and connection to promote healthy aging to African American elders. Culturally responsive services include: * Healthcare coordination * Economic counseling * Housing Stability services * Immigration issues * Family mediation * Mental health support

A program that helps individuals with drug or alcohol addiction. They assess a client's needs, develop planned interventions, provide services to help reduce or stop the substance use, coordinate services with other providers, and reassess the client on a regular basis. This program is licensed for Substance Use Disorder Treatment by the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) under MN statute 245G.

This program provides medical equipment/supplies and/or assistive technology at no cost for a certain loan period. The items available can vary by program, and may include Durable Medical Equipment (DME). MORE INFORMATION The Lending Library includes: * Wheelchairs * Walkers * Canes * Commodes * Shower Chairs * Stability Straps * Other assisted devices

Program that provides therapy and treatment for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

An ombudsman is a neutral party who investigates consumer complaints. They work with both the consumer and the organization to resolve consumer issues and improve customer service. MORE INFORMATION Provides a fair, neutral and transparent environment between state and county agencies and families of color in Minnesota Each of the following communities has an Ombudsperson: the Indian Affairs Council, the Chicano Latino Affairs Council, the Council on Black Minnesotans, and the Council on Asian-Pacific Minnesotans An Ombudsperson is an independent government official responsible for reviewing government and government-regulated agencies in an effort to ensure that their practices are fair, reasonable and appropriate. To do this, the ombudsman: * Receives complaints solely active child protection investigations and/or court cases * Reviews and investigates complaints * Makes recommendations to the agencies to resolve the complaints Types of issues Office of the Ombudspersons for Families can assist with: * Child Protection matters, child out-of-home placements and foster care issues * Unjust or discriminatory treatment by child protection services related to an active case Cannot help with: * Cannot give legal advice * Cannot investigate court decisions * Does not investigate attorneys, police, judges, or elected officials, or their decisions and actions * Does not investigate federal agencies

Offers cash or other short term aid to people in a crisis that is affecting their access to basic needs Emergency assistance can vary based upon eligibility and available funds. MORE INFORMATION Provides temporary rental assistance as well as security deposits, application fees and other fees necessary to sustain housing or to prevent repeat episodes of homelessness.

Program that helps people understand and successfully complete forms, paperwork or documents that are required to receive benefits or services MORE INFORMATION Assists with applying for: * Immigration and naturalization service * Affordable housing