DESCRIPTION: This program provides support to people in abusive situations and works to reduce relationship abuse, intimate partner violence and family violence. Programs may include crisis intervention and domestic violence education and prevention. MORE INFORMATION Community Advocacy Program services for victims of domestic violence and trafficking and their children, include: * Temporary safe-housing * Emergency transportation * Information and referrals * Referrals and resources for women of color * Safety planning * Community education

DESCRIPTION: Semi-Independent Living Services (SILS) help people to reach their goals and lead self-directed lives in the community. Services include training and assistance in independent living skills for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions. Services provided may include training and assistance in: * First aid and getting help in an emergency * Learning and exercising rights and responsibilities of community living * Meal planning and preparation * Obtaining and maintaining a home * Personal appearance and hygiene * Self-administration of medication * Shopping * Social, recreation and transportation skills, including appropriate social behavior * Using the phone and other utilities * Managing money * Engaging in activities that make it possible for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions to live in the community SILS staff may provide supported employment in community work environment settings for a recipient who already has a job but may be experiencing some challenges in maintaining it, or is at risk of losing such employment. This requires direct contact between the SILS recipient and staff person providing Support Employment. A SILS recipient may receive a one-time housing allowance of up to $1,500 to cover costs related to damage/security deposit for housing rental, utility deposit, household furnishings and other items necessary that will enable the person to secure a residence in which to receive SILS.

DESCRIPTION: Semi-Independent Living Services (SILS) help people to reach their goals and lead self-directed lives in the community. Services include training and assistance in independent living skills for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions. Services provided may include training and assistance in: * First aid and getting help in an emergency * Learning and exercising rights and responsibilities of community living * Meal planning and preparation * Obtaining and maintaining a home * Personal appearance and hygiene * Self-administration of medication * Shopping * Social, recreation and transportation skills, including appropriate social behavior * Using the phone and other utilities * Managing money * Engaging in activities that make it possible for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions to live in the community SILS staff may provide supported employment in community work environment settings for a recipient who already has a job but may be experiencing some challenges in maintaining it, or is at risk of losing such employment. This requires direct contact between the SILS recipient and staff person providing Support Employment. A SILS recipient may receive a one-time housing allowance of up to $1,500 to cover costs related to damage/security deposit for housing rental, utility deposit, household furnishings and other items necessary that will enable the person to secure a residence in which to receive SILS.

DESCRIPTION: Semi-Independent Living Services (SILS) help people to reach their goals and lead self-directed lives in the community. Services include training and assistance in independent living skills for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions. Services provided may include training and assistance in: * First aid and getting help in an emergency * Learning and exercising rights and responsibilities of community living * Meal planning and preparation * Obtaining and maintaining a home * Personal appearance and hygiene * Self-administration of medication * Shopping * Social, recreation and transportation skills, including appropriate social behavior * Using the phone and other utilities * Managing money * Engaging in activities that make it possible for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions to live in the community SILS staff may provide supported employment in community work environment settings for a recipient who already has a job but may be experiencing some challenges in maintaining it, or is at risk of losing such employment. This requires direct contact between the SILS recipient and staff person providing Support Employment. A SILS recipient may receive a one-time housing allowance of up to $1,500 to cover costs related to damage/security deposit for housing rental, utility deposit, household furnishings and other items necessary that will enable the person to secure a residence in which to receive SILS.

DESCRIPTION: Transportation program that provides rides for people in and around their community. Learn more about transportation costs that are covered through waivers in the [Community-Based Service Manual](https://www.dhs.state.mn.us/main/idcplg?IdcService=GET_DYNAMIC_CONVERSION&RevisionSelectionMethod=LatestReleased&dDocName=ID_002204).

DESCRIPTION: Transportation program that provides rides for people in and around their community. Learn more about transportation costs that are covered through waivers in the [Community-Based Service Manual](https://www.dhs.state.mn.us/main/idcplg?IdcService=GET_DYNAMIC_CONVERSION&RevisionSelectionMethod=LatestReleased&dDocName=ID_002204).

DESCRIPTION: Transportation program that provides rides for people in and around their community. Learn more about transportation costs that are covered through waivers in the [Community-Based Service Manual](https://www.dhs.state.mn.us/main/idcplg?IdcService=GET_DYNAMIC_CONVERSION&RevisionSelectionMethod=LatestReleased&dDocName=ID_002204).

DESCRIPTION: 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 Assists with: * Past-due rent or mortgage * First month's rent and deposit * Application assistance * Transportation assistance * Help search for affordable housing * Connect to job resources * Long term stable housing planning

DESCRIPTION: Semi-Independent Living Services (SILS) help people to reach their goals and lead self-directed lives in the community. Services include training and assistance in independent living skills for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions. Services provided may include training and assistance in: * First aid and getting help in an emergency * Learning and exercising rights and responsibilities of community living * Meal planning and preparation * Obtaining and maintaining a home * Personal appearance and hygiene * Self-administration of medication * Shopping * Social, recreation and transportation skills, including appropriate social behavior * Using the phone and other utilities * Managing money * Engaging in activities that make it possible for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions to live in the community SILS staff may provide supported employment in community work environment settings for a recipient who already has a job but may be experiencing some challenges in maintaining it, or is at risk of losing such employment. This requires direct contact between the SILS recipient and staff person providing Support Employment. A SILS recipient may receive a one-time housing allowance of up to $1,500 to cover costs related to damage/security deposit for housing rental, utility deposit, household furnishings and other items necessary that will enable the person to secure a residence in which to receive SILS.

DESCRIPTION: Skilled in home nursing health care can be provided to the residents of the Leech Lake Reservation. Community health representatives also provide quality outreach health care services and health promotion/disease prevention services to American Indians and Alaskan Natives within their communities. The program includes home health aid services such as housecleaning, personal grooming, grocery shopping for elders, food distribution delivery, prescription delivery, monitoring vital signs, and respite care services. Also provided are medical transportation services to and from medical appointments and out of town trips with Indian Health Service (IHS) referrals. Services can be denied to people with warrants, incarceration, intoxication, or using illegal drugs, treatment facilities, numerous cancellations.

DESCRIPTION: Semi-Independent Living Services (SILS) help people to reach their goals and lead self-directed lives in the community. Services include training and assistance in independent living skills for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions. Services provided may include training and assistance in: * First aid and getting help in an emergency * Learning and exercising rights and responsibilities of community living * Meal planning and preparation * Obtaining and maintaining a home * Personal appearance and hygiene * Self-administration of medication * Shopping * Social, recreation and transportation skills, including appropriate social behavior * Using the phone and other utilities * Managing money * Engaging in activities that make it possible for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions to live in the community SILS staff may provide supported employment in community work environment settings for a recipient who already has a job but may be experiencing some challenges in maintaining it, or is at risk of losing such employment. This requires direct contact between the SILS recipient and staff person providing Support Employment. A SILS recipient may receive a one-time housing allowance of up to $1,500 to cover costs related to damage/security deposit for housing rental, utility deposit, household furnishings and other items necessary that will enable the person to secure a residence in which to receive SILS.

DESCRIPTION: Transportation program that provides rides for people in and around their community. Learn more about transportation costs that are covered through waivers in the [Community-Based Service Manual](https://www.dhs.state.mn.us/main/idcplg?IdcService=GET_DYNAMIC_CONVERSION&RevisionSelectionMethod=LatestReleased&dDocName=ID_002204).

DESCRIPTION: Semi-Independent Living Services (SILS) help people to reach their goals and lead self-directed lives in the community. Services include training and assistance in independent living skills for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions. Services provided may include training and assistance in: * First aid and getting help in an emergency * Learning and exercising rights and responsibilities of community living * Meal planning and preparation * Obtaining and maintaining a home * Personal appearance and hygiene * Self-administration of medication * Shopping * Social, recreation and transportation skills, including appropriate social behavior * Using the phone and other utilities * Managing money * Engaging in activities that make it possible for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions to live in the community SILS staff may provide supported employment in community work environment settings for a recipient who already has a job but may be experiencing some challenges in maintaining it, or is at risk of losing such employment. This requires direct contact between the SILS recipient and staff person providing Support Employment. A SILS recipient may receive a one-time housing allowance of up to $1,500 to cover costs related to damage/security deposit for housing rental, utility deposit, household furnishings and other items necessary that will enable the person to secure a residence in which to receive SILS.

DESCRIPTION: Transportation program that provides rides for people in and around their community. Learn more about transportation costs that are covered through waivers in the [Community-Based Service Manual](https://www.dhs.state.mn.us/main/idcplg?IdcService=GET_DYNAMIC_CONVERSION&RevisionSelectionMethod=LatestReleased&dDocName=ID_002204).

DESCRIPTION: Providers with a comprehensive home care license are licensed by the Minnesota Department of Health. These services are for people who, because of an illness, disability, or physical condition, cannot perform the tasks for themselves, or who cannot travel to receive health services. A licensed comprehensive home care agency may provide the services of licensed health professionals such as: * Nurses * Physical, speech-language, and occupational therapists * Dieticians or nutritionists * Social workers The services may include medication management, complex medical care like tube feedings and ventilator care, and other health-related procedures. Sometimes health-related tasks are delegated to and performed by unlicensed personnel under the supervision of a registered nurse or other licensed health professionals. Home care providers with a comprehensive license also assist people with non-medical tasks, such as going to the bathroom, bathing, and transferring from one location to another. In addition, some home care providers with a state-issued comprehensive license are Medicare certified. Medicare certification indicates that the agency has met additional federal standards and inspections. Medicare certification can be important if the person getting services seeks payment from insurance or Medicare. Check under Licenses and Certifications to see if this agency is Medicare certified. MORE INFORMATION Provides only non-medical, Activities of Daily Living (ADL) care. This includes: * Personal cares (bathing, grooming, incontinence care, etc.) * Transportation * Meal preparation * Companionship * Light housekeeping * Medication reminders (will not administer)

DESCRIPTION: Semi-Independent Living Services (SILS) help people to reach their goals and lead self-directed lives in the community. Services include training and assistance in independent living skills for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions. Services provided may include training and assistance in: * First aid and getting help in an emergency * Learning and exercising rights and responsibilities of community living * Meal planning and preparation * Obtaining and maintaining a home * Personal appearance and hygiene * Self-administration of medication * Shopping * Social, recreation and transportation skills, including appropriate social behavior * Using the phone and other utilities * Managing money * Engaging in activities that make it possible for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions to live in the community SILS staff may provide supported employment in community work environment settings for a recipient who already has a job but may be experiencing some challenges in maintaining it, or is at risk of losing such employment. This requires direct contact between the SILS recipient and staff person providing Support Employment. A SILS recipient may receive a one-time housing allowance of up to $1,500 to cover costs related to damage/security deposit for housing rental, utility deposit, household furnishings and other items necessary that will enable the person to secure a residence in which to receive SILS.

DESCRIPTION: Transportation program that provides rides for people in and around their community. Learn more about transportation costs that are covered through waivers in the [Community-Based Service Manual](https://www.dhs.state.mn.us/main/idcplg?IdcService=GET_DYNAMIC_CONVERSION&RevisionSelectionMethod=LatestReleased&dDocName=ID_002204).

DESCRIPTION: Semi-Independent Living Services (SILS) help people to reach their goals and lead self-directed lives in the community. Services include training and assistance in independent living skills for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions. Services provided may include training and assistance in: * First aid and getting help in an emergency * Learning and exercising rights and responsibilities of community living * Meal planning and preparation * Obtaining and maintaining a home * Personal appearance and hygiene * Self-administration of medication * Shopping * Social, recreation and transportation skills, including appropriate social behavior * Using the phone and other utilities * Managing money * Engaging in activities that make it possible for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions to live in the community SILS staff may provide supported employment in community work environment settings for a recipient who already has a job but may be experiencing some challenges in maintaining it, or is at risk of losing such employment. This requires direct contact between the SILS recipient and staff person providing Support Employment. A SILS recipient may receive a one-time housing allowance of up to $1,500 to cover costs related to damage/security deposit for housing rental, utility deposit, household furnishings and other items necessary that will enable the person to secure a residence in which to receive SILS.

DESCRIPTION: The [Family Support Grant (FSG)](https://edocs.dhs.state.mn.us/lfserver/Public/DHS-5513-ENG) is a state program that helps families of children and young adults with disabilities to pay for disability-related items and services. The goal is to promote family well-being and to prevent the child having to move out of their home. The money must be used for disability-specific costs that are not covered by any insurance (state or private insurance). Such items/services must be pre-approved by their County of Financial Responsibility and be included in the recipient's Individual Support Plan. Examples of how the money may be used include: * Day care costs associated with staffing/other accommodations that are over and beyond that of any other child without disabilities * Educational services not already covered by the Department of Education * Medical costs not covered by insurance * Medications not covered by insurance * Supports in acquiring employment, and transition-related activities for program recipients between the ages of 14 through 24 * Respite care services * Specialized clothing * Specialized dietary items and food supplements over and beyond daily recommended levels/limits by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for children in same age brackets/cohort without disabilities * Specialized equipment, which may include home or vehicle modifications * Transportation specific to disability

DESCRIPTION: Semi-Independent Living Services (SILS) help people to reach their goals and lead self-directed lives in the community. Services include training and assistance in independent living skills for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions. Services provided may include training and assistance in: * First aid and getting help in an emergency * Learning and exercising rights and responsibilities of community living * Meal planning and preparation * Obtaining and maintaining a home * Personal appearance and hygiene * Self-administration of medication * Shopping * Social, recreation and transportation skills, including appropriate social behavior * Using the phone and other utilities * Managing money * Engaging in activities that make it possible for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions to live in the community SILS staff may provide supported employment in community work environment settings for a recipient who already has a job but may be experiencing some challenges in maintaining it, or is at risk of losing such employment. This requires direct contact between the SILS recipient and staff person providing Support Employment. A SILS recipient may receive a one-time housing allowance of up to $1,500 to cover costs related to damage/security deposit for housing rental, utility deposit, household furnishings and other items necessary that will enable the person to secure a residence in which to receive SILS.

DESCRIPTION: Semi-Independent Living Services (SILS) help people to reach their goals and lead self-directed lives in the community. Services include training and assistance in independent living skills for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions. Services provided may include training and assistance in: * First aid and getting help in an emergency * Learning and exercising rights and responsibilities of community living * Meal planning and preparation * Obtaining and maintaining a home * Personal appearance and hygiene * Self-administration of medication * Shopping * Social, recreation and transportation skills, including appropriate social behavior * Using the phone and other utilities * Managing money * Engaging in activities that make it possible for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions to live in the community SILS staff may provide supported employment in community work environment settings for a recipient who already has a job but may be experiencing some challenges in maintaining it, or is at risk of losing such employment. This requires direct contact between the SILS recipient and staff person providing Support Employment. A SILS recipient may receive a one-time housing allowance of up to $1,500 to cover costs related to damage/security deposit for housing rental, utility deposit, household furnishings and other items necessary that will enable the person to secure a residence in which to receive SILS.

DESCRIPTION: Semi-Independent Living Services (SILS) help people to reach their goals and lead self-directed lives in the community. Services include training and assistance in independent living skills for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions. Services provided may include training and assistance in: * First aid and getting help in an emergency * Learning and exercising rights and responsibilities of community living * Meal planning and preparation * Obtaining and maintaining a home * Personal appearance and hygiene * Self-administration of medication * Shopping * Social, recreation and transportation skills, including appropriate social behavior * Using the phone and other utilities * Managing money * Engaging in activities that make it possible for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions to live in the community SILS staff may provide supported employment in community work environment settings for a recipient who already has a job but may be experiencing some challenges in maintaining it, or is at risk of losing such employment. This requires direct contact between the SILS recipient and staff person providing Support Employment. A SILS recipient may receive a one-time housing allowance of up to $1,500 to cover costs related to damage/security deposit for housing rental, utility deposit, household furnishings and other items necessary that will enable the person to secure a residence in which to receive SILS.

DESCRIPTION: Transportation program that provides rides for people in and around their community. Learn more about transportation costs that are covered through waivers in the [Community-Based Service Manual](https://www.dhs.state.mn.us/main/idcplg?IdcService=GET_DYNAMIC_CONVERSION&RevisionSelectionMethod=LatestReleased&dDocName=ID_002204). MORE INFORMATION Volunteer drivers use their personal vehicles to transport seniors 60 years and older as an option to the public bus. * Includes trips to medical appointments, errands, grocery shopping and other appointments * Passengers must be ambulatory to use this service (vehicles are not accessible) * This service operates 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday Demand Response Rides dial-a-ride bus service is available on a first come, first served basis. * Buses are equipped with lifts to accommodate individuals with disabilities * Hours of service: - Willmar Area: 5:30am - 9:30pm, Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm, Saturday; 8:00am - 5:00pm, Sunday - Olivia Area: 6:30am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday - Litchfield Area: 6:15am - 7:30pm, Monday - Friday; 6:15am - 1:30pm, Saturday; 8:00am - 12:00pm, Sunday

DESCRIPTION: Food is distributed to those who need it. The emergency food is typically made available through donations. MORE INFORMATION Customers choose their own food selections and personal care items If you are unable to visit due to transportation issues or other circumstances, please contact (218) 763-3663

DESCRIPTION: Semi-Independent Living Services (SILS) help people to reach their goals and lead self-directed lives in the community. Services include training and assistance in independent living skills for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions. Services provided may include training and assistance in: * First aid and getting help in an emergency * Learning and exercising rights and responsibilities of community living * Meal planning and preparation * Obtaining and maintaining a home * Personal appearance and hygiene * Self-administration of medication * Shopping * Social, recreation and transportation skills, including appropriate social behavior * Using the phone and other utilities * Managing money * Engaging in activities that make it possible for adults with developmental disabilities or related conditions to live in the community SILS staff may provide supported employment in community work environment settings for a recipient who already has a job but may be experiencing some challenges in maintaining it, or is at risk of losing such employment. This requires direct contact between the SILS recipient and staff person providing Support Employment. A SILS recipient may receive a one-time housing allowance of up to $1,500 to cover costs related to damage/security deposit for housing rental, utility deposit, household furnishings and other items necessary that will enable the person to secure a residence in which to receive SILS.