RESOURCE
DIRECTORY
PRAIRIE FIVE CAC - HEAD START
422 5TH AVENUE SUITE 307
PO BOX 166
MADISON MN 56256
Updated 2008
Community Resource Directory printed at
PRAIRIE FIVE COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCIL-HEAD START
PO BOX 166 422 5TH AVENUE # 307
MADISON MN 56256
1-800-443-4283
1-320-598-3118
For additions and corrections, please call one of
the above numbers
Printed in August 2008
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Minnesota Parents Know
MNParentsKnow.info
The Minnesota Department of Education (MDE)
announces the MNParentsKnow.info Web site has been expanded to include
research-based information for parents of children from birth through age 5.
The expansion of Minnesota Parents Know supports
Minnesota’s continued commitment to supporting parents as their child's first
and most important teacher.
The Minnesota Parents Know Web site, which offers
Minnesota parents a convenient source for trusted knowledge on their child’s
health, learning, development and safety. The information added for ages 1
through 5 is in addition to the infant information already available on the Web
site. Ultimately, the department plans to include information through grade 12.
MNParentsKnow.info is hosted by the MDE and was
developed as part of the Educate Parents Partnership, an early childhood
initiative of Gov. Tim Pawlenty funded by the 2006 Legislature. The Web site was
developed by the Department of Education in collaboration with the Department of
Health, Department of Human Services and many other public and private
organizations.
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Information not found in this directory, may be
found by contacting:
Minnesota Help Info
www.MinnesotaHelp.Info
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
MinnesotaHelp.info is an online directory of services
designed to help people in Minnesota find human services, information and
referral, financial assistance, and other forms of help. It is especially rich
in resource information for seniors and their caregivers; people with
disabilities and their caregivers; parents and families; and low income people.
Ambulance - Fire - Police - Sheriff - 911
For Information on Head Start
Agencies In MN
www.mnheadstart.org/grantees.html
PRAIRIE FIVE CAC PROGRAMS
COMMUNITY SERVICE AGENCIES
Information on all Prairie Five
CAC’s programs can be found at
www.prairiefive.com
PRAIRIE
FIVE
COMMUNITY
ACTION
COUNCIL-HEAD
START
1-800-443-4283
422 5TH AVENUE # 307 320-598-3118
PO BOX 166 Darcy Kleven, Director 320-598-7649
MADISON MN 56256
This family and child development program serves
low-income families and children with disabilities with family assessment, goal
setting, medical, dental, mental health, and nutrition services. The programs
are combination which means the children come to the center 2 to 3 days a week
and have 1 to 2 home visits each month. Family partnerships and goals are
developed for children and families.
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PRAIRIE FIVE COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCIL INC 320-269-6578
7TH STREET AND WASHINGTON AVENUE SUITE 302 1-800-292-5437
PO BOX 159 Debra J. Larson, Executive Director TDD: 320-269-6988
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265-0159
Working Together to Strengthen the Quality of Life
in Our Communities
A Community Action Agency serving Region 6W:
Big Stone, Chippewa, Lac qui Parle, Swift and Yellow
Medicine Counties
Branch Offices located in: Benson, Canby, Clinton
and Madison
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Outreach Workers/Clothing Centers/Food Shelves:
Prairie Five Community Action Council, Inc. employs a
full time Outreach Worker in each of the five counties the agency serves. These
Outreach Workers are trained and are knowledgeable in all services provided by
Prairie Five. They also are able to make referrals to other service providers in
the area. Depending on current funding the Outreach Workers assist customers in
applying for heat and utility shut-offs, threatened eviction, emergency food and
shelter, other crisis situations and provide help in filing taxes and health
insurance counseling.
Big Stone County:
Outreach Office & Clothing Center -
Contact: Jeanne Krueger 320-325-5227
Clinton Memorial Buildin
PO BOX 5 CLINTON MN 56225-0005
Chippewa County:
Contact:
Laurie
Hendrickson
320-269-6578
Clothing Center located at Carey’s Appliance Center-
Black Oak Avenue -Montevideo MN 56265
Lac qui Parle County:
Outreach
Office &
Clothing
Center -
Contact:
320-598-3027
Prairie Five C.A.C.-422 5TH
Avenue-Madison, MN 56256
Swift County:
Outreach Office, Clothing Center & Food Shelf
CONTACT: Erick Hedman 320-842-8565
EAST HIGHWAY 12 PO BOX 321-Benson MN 56215
Yellow Medicine County:
Outreach
Office &
Clothing
Center -
Contact:
Donna
Stone
507-223-5471
106 North Street Olaf Avenue-Canby, MN 56220
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Child
Care
Resource
and
Referral-
Contact:
Marge
Knudson
320-269-8727
1-800-292-KIDS (5437)
Child Care Resource & Referral is a community based
organization, delivering person-to person services that include comprehensive
information, child care referrals, and training growth, as well as supporting
parents in their search for quality care by developing resources that are
responsive to our community needs. Our primary goal is to ensure that all
children have access to quality, nurturing environments. Equipment and
book/video lending library is available to all providers. There are also a
number of grants available for providers interested in starting a licensed child
care program.
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For further information on any of the programs listed
below
contact
Laura Milbrandt 320-269-6579
Weatherization Program
The Weatherization Program reduces the impact of
rising energy costs through the
installation of energy conserving measures. Also, health and safety issues are
addressed by checking fuel burning appliances for carbon monoxide emissions and
checking indoor air quality.
The Family Development Program
The Family Development Program strives to assist
individuals to become self-supporting. The main emphasis is presently
advocacy/listening and referrals.
DEED (Department of Employment and Economic
Development)
These are income based deferred grants requiring
matching funds from the homeowner for basic necessary housing repair. Funds are
distributed on a first come first serve basis and receive matching funds.
Contact the housing program to find out where current grants are being
administered.
Closing Costs Assistance Program
Serving the City of Montevideo with closing costs
assistance through a deferred loan program. Also referrals are made to the
Southwest Minnesota Housing Partnership who administers other Affordable Housing
Loan Programs in Prairie Five’s service area.
FAIM Program
(Family Assets for Independence in Minnesota)
The FAIM Program, also known as Individual
Development Accounts (IDAs), helps low-wage earners build assets through home
purchase, secondary education (for the applicant or an eligible child) or
starting a small business. Account holders save funds, up to $480 per year,
which is matched at a 3:1 rate for two years. Account holders must complete
financial management classes and specific asset building classes in order to
receive matching funds.
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Energy Assistance Program and Crisis Repair/Non-Repair
Program/Reach Out for Warmth
Contact: Kathy Sundstedt 320-269-7976
Or your County Outreach
Worker
Energy Assistance Program
Energy Assistance Program is a federally and state
funded program that assists low-income households in meeting their home heating
costs and to promote self-sufficiency through low cost energy conservation
activities and consumer education. The program is designed to provide for the
equitable distribution of assistance without eliminating household
responsibility for paying energy bills. EAP funds are made available to eligible
households through local delivery agencies, to pay a portion of their costs for
home energy, especially during the heating season. Funds are also available for
weatherization activities and energy-related repairs. Energy Assistance payments
are calculated to provide the highest level of benefits to household with the
lowest incomes and the highest energy costs based on fuel types.
Crisis Repair Program
Crisis Repair Program is a component of the Energy
Assistance Program. The Crisis Repair Program helps households that are
experiencing problems or are in a no-heat situation to repair or replace the
heating source. Each case is handled individually as the clients have different
needs that need to be addressed.
Crisis Non-Repair Program
Crisis Non-Repair Program helps households that
have no resources available to help resolve a heating or an electrical emergency
during the winter months. This may involve paying an electrical disconnect,
natural gas disconnect, or ordering and paying for additional fuel or oil or
propane. The Crisis Non-Repair Program works with the vendor to resolve problems
and will make referrals to other service providers when necessary.
Reach Out For Warmth
Reach Out For Warmth provides people in need with
emergency assistance and emergency furnace repair. It is a community-based fuel
fund with its success dependent upon the growing support of individuals,
businesses, churches, civic groups, school children, energy vendors, and private
foundations. Tax deductible donations are matched two dollars-to-one dollar.
Transportation Program Contact: Dick Olson 320-269-6579
1-877-757-4337
The Prairie Five RIDES Transit System is a demand
responsive combination of volunteer driver and bus service providing public
transportation with the counties of Big Stone, Chippewa, Lac qui Parle, Swift
and Yellow Medicine. Points of destination outside the five counties with the
buses are Minneapolis, Willmar, St. Cloud, Marshall. Rides can be provided by
volunteer drivers to destinations buses do not go. Prairie Five RIDES operates
city transit systems in Appleton, Canby, Madison and Ortonville.
Senior Nutrition Program Contact: Janelle Roth 320-269-7512
Senior Nutrition-More Than A Meal...
This program promotes health and independent living in
the senior population through improved nutrition and reduction of social
isolation. There is an established suggested donation for meals, but program
participants may pay what they can afford. Congregate Meals offers nutritionally
balanced meals at senior dining sites throughout Region 6W. Health information,
referrals, nutrition education, volunteer opportunities and companionship with
other seniors are also available at the dining sites. Home Delivered Meals is a
vital service, enabling homebound seniors to live healthier and independently in
their own homes. Home delivered meals are available on a short/and/or long term
basis. Frozen meals are also available for weekend, holiday or rural use. Local
volunteers deliver meals to a customer’s home. The Senior Nutrition Program
offers a warm and caring atmosphere with friendship and fun. There are volunteer
opportunities awaiting those who would like to be actively involved.
BIG STONE COUNTY
***FOR ALL PRAIRIE FIVE CAC
SERVICES, PLEASE SEE***
www.prairiefive.com
COMMUNITY SERVICE AGENCIES
BIG STONE COUNTY FAMILY SERVICE CENTER 320-839-2555
340 NORTHWEST
SECOND STREET
ORTONVILLE MN 56278-0338 24 Hour Emergency Mental
Health 1-800-568-5955
All Other EMERGENCIES 911
TTD/TTY 320-839-6161
www.bigstonecounty.org FAX 320-839-3966
Social Services:
∙ Children's
Services ∙ Disabilities
Chemical
Dependency ∙ Mental Health
Adult
Services ∙ Child Care
Financial Services:
∙ Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) *Medical
Assistance (MA)
∙
General Assistance Medical Care
(GAMC) ∙Food Support Programs
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Minnesota Supplemental Aid (MSA)
*General Assistance (GA)
CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT DIVISION State Info: 1-800-657-3954
CONTACT YOUR COUNTY FAMILY SERVICE CENTER 320-839-2555
www.bigstonecounty.org
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locate parents ∙establish parentage
establish and enforce court orders for child support,
medical support, and child care support ∙collect and process payments review
and modify court orders for support
adjust court orders based on the cost-of-living
index
∙ work with other states to enforce support
when one parent does not live in Minnesota
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For further information on Family Networking/Support
Services or
Financial Resources....See Table of Contents
Fare For All (
Food And Resource Exchange) 1-800-582-4291
www.emergencyfoodshelf.org
763-450-3881
e-mail:
info@fareforall.org
Fare For All is a nonprofit organization
dedicated to providing quality food to all interested families and individuals
at an affordable price. At the same time, they encourage volunteer service to
build strong communities.
ELIGIBILITY: Anyone who wants to save on meat,
produce, grocery items and is willing to spend two hours a month helping an
individual, an institution or an organization. There is a small monetary charge
for the food.
Fare For All distribution sites: Appleton,
Montevideo and Marshall
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MAC and NAPS: 1-800-365-0270
www.health.state.mn.us/divs/fh/csfp 651-484-8241
MAC:
A free food program for children up
to age 6 and pregnant women. Women who have had a baby under one
year but are not breast feeding or breast feeding women or
infants not served by WIC Applicants must meet income
guidelines, live in Minnesota, provide proof of age, and not be
receiving WIC (it is possible for one family member to receive
MAC and another WIC, but the same person cannot receive both).
NAPS:
A free food program for Seniors 60
years or older. Applicants must be residents of the State of
Minnesota and must meet federal income guidelines.
MAC AND NAPS:
Food distributed includes: canned
fruits, vegetables, juice, dry and canned milk, cheese, canned
meat, dry beans, or peanut butter, cereal, rice or pasta.
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Food Shelf: BIG STONE EMERGENCY FOOD SHELF/RSVP PROGRAM
www.hungersolutions.org 320-839-2555
125 NORTHWEST 2ND STREET
ORTONVILLE MN 56278
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UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION
SERVICE-NUTRITION EDUCATION PROGRAMS
www.extension.umn.edu/Nutrition
Contact:
Heidi Torgerson, Nutrition Education Assistant 320-839-2518
BIG STONE COUNTY EXTENSION OFFICE 1-800-279-2518
11 SOUTH East 2ND STREET
ORTONVILLE MN 56278-1544
The programs are designed to teach information and
skills people need to create a healthy diet for themselves and their families.
Provides lessons, displays,
newsletters, handouts and other activities designed for a variety of audiences -
from parents and kids, to seniors, pregnant teens, and immigrant populations.
Nutrition Education Programs take into account variables such as age, culture,
reading ability, physical or developmental limitations, and more.
Programs also in Chippewa, Lac qui Parle, Swift &
Yellow Medicine County
SOCIAL
SECURITY
ADMINISTRATION
1-800-772-1213
For information on
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) - See Table of Contents
507-532-2850
www.socialsecurity.gov TTY: 507-532-2615
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WESTERN MINNESOTA LEGAL SERVICES 320-235-9600
302
SOUTHWEST
5TH
STREET
SUITE
202 PO
BOX 1866
1-888-360-3666
WILLMAR MN 56201-1866 TDD 320-235-9602
www.midmnlegal.org FAX 320-235-1030
Free civil legal services for eligible low income
persons,
the elderly and farmers
of Big
Stone, Chippewa, Kandiyohi, Lac qui Parle,
Lincoln, Lyon, Meeker, Renville, Swift, and Yellow
Medicine counties.
Provides information, referral, advice and
representation in areas such as:
Family Law: Divorces, Custody Issues/Visitation, Domestic Abuse
Housing Laws: Evictions, Poor Housing Conditions, Discrimination
MN Health Care: Information, Screening and Application Assistance
Public Benefits Law: Denial or termination of public benefits & utility
shut offs
Family Farm Law Project: Legal Advice on financial issues
Senior Law Project: Legal Advice for people age 60 and over
See
also Law Help MN
www.lawhelpmn.org
Find answers
to legal questions, legal aid offices and more.
Helping
Low-Income Minnesotans Solve Civil Legal Problems
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MINNESOTA STATE BAR ASSOCIATION 1-800-882-6722
ATTORNEY REFERRAL
SERVICE
www.mnbar.org
A referral service for locating attorneys.
COUNSELING / MENTAL HEALTH
SOMEPLACE SAFE PARENTING TIME CENTER
www.someplacesafe.infohttp://www.someplacesafe.org
COUNCIL ON DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
SHELTER/SAFE HOUSING (Toll free/Voice/TDD) 1-866-223-1111
10 EAST 6TH STREET
CRISIS HOTLINE (Toll free/Voice/TDD) 1-800-974-3359
MORRIS MN 56267
Also
located
at 47 NW
2ND
STREET~ORTONVILLE
MN
320-839-2331
Someplace Safe is committed to the empowerment
of battered women & their children and to the elimination of domestic violence.
Services are provided to victims of domestic violence through advocacy, support,
education & systems intervention.
Services provided: Crisis Hotline; Advocacy;
Support Groups; Shelter and Safe Housing; Legal Advocacy; Criminal Justice
Intervention Projects; School, Community, and Professional Training; Visitations
and Exchanges; Internships/Volunteer Opportunities.
EDUCATION FOR ADULTS
ADULT BASIC EDUCATION & G.E.D.
PREPARATION
(associated with Community
Education)
Contact:
Minnesota West
Community and
Technical
College
www.mnwest.edu
1-800-657-3247
or
contact
Community
Education
Ortonville
320-839-6181
www.ortonville.k12.mn.us
Clinton-Graceville-Beardsley
320-748-7233
www.graceville.k12.mn.us
FREE *** FREE *** WORK AT YOUR OWN PACE
ABE-Adult Basic Education
ESL-English as a Second Language
GED-General Education Diploma
*Improve your basic skills-reading, writing,
spelling and math
*Learn
to speak English better *Work on
receiving a high school diploma
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SEE PRESCHOOL/CHILD CARE PROGRAMS OR SCHOOLS IN THIS
SECTION FOR EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHILDREN & ADOLESCENTS!
FAMILY / NETWORKING GROUPS
MINNESOTA
FARM ADVOCATES
Hotline:
1-800-967-AGRI
Ruth Karty (Clarkfield): 320-669-7135
Dave Hesse (Comfry ): 507-877-3012
Carol Kobberman (Hancock): 320-392-5536
www.mda.state.mn.us/about/farmadvocates.htm
Farm Advocates provide one-on-one assistance for
Minnesota farmers who face crisis caused by either a natural disaster or
financial problems. Farm Advocates understand the needs of our agricultural
families and communities. They are trained and experienced in agricultural
lending practices, mediation, lender negotiation, farm programs, crisis
counseling, disaster programs and to recognize the need for legal and/or social
services. The Farm Advocate Program has been supported by the Minnesota
Department of Agriculture since 1984. There is no charge or fee for Farm
Advocate assistance.
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Interagency Early Intervention Committee (IEIC)
Ortonville school district call: 320-839-6181
www.ortonville.k12.mn.us
IEIC's provide early intervention services to
children 0-21. The IEIC members are parents and professionals from the
community. One of the IEIC services is to know what type of services are
available in their community for children with disabilities under the age of
five and their families. IEIC members may also know parents who share your
experiences and can link you to someone who knows what you are going through.
Family Support Groups for parents of children with
disabilities
Southwest/West
Central
Service
Cooperative
at
320-269-9243
www.swsc.org
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PARENTS FOREVER 1-800-255-0736
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION SERVICE 320-269-6578
Chippewa County Courthouse
www.parenting.umn.edu/programs/parentsForever/index.htm
629 North 11th Street
Montevideo, MN 56265
Education For Families In Divorce Transition
Parents Forever offers education and resources for
married families going through divorce and never-been-married families going
through a separation. Divorce and separation often brings change to every aspect
of a family's life, both for the parents and the children involved.
Parents Forever provides parents with formal training
programs and easy-to-use
materials that help them navigate the emotional,
financial, legal, and communication changes that accompany divorce/separation so
that they can effectively help their family transition. Many of these materials
have been culturally adapted for Spanish-speaking families. The program also
trains family professionals to be better equipped to help during the transition.
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P.A.S.T (Parenting A Second Time)
For Information call 1-800-443-4283
Prairie Five CAC
320-598-3118
*Provides information and support services
to grandparents and other
kinship care givers, who are raising their
children’s children.
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HEALTH CARE PROGRAMS
This section includes:
Clinics, Chiropractors, Dentists, Orthodontists,
Optometrists, Public Health Services
CLINICS & CHIROPRACTORS
AVERA BIG STONE CITY CLINIC 605-862-7999
451 MAIN
STREET
www.averamckennan.org
BIG STONE CITY SD 57216
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CLINTON CLINIC 320-325-5217
324 MAIN
STREET
www.ortonvilleareahealth.org
CLINTON MN 56225
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GRACEVILLE HEALTH CENTER CLINIC 320-748-7243
115
2ND STREET WEST PO BOX 157
www.gracevillehealth.com
GRACEVILLE MN 56240-0157
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NORTHSIDE MEDICAL CENTER 320-839-6157
465
EASTVOLD
AVENUE
www.ortonvilleareahealth.org
ORTONVILLE MN 56278
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PETERSON CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC 320-839-2323
215 2ND STREET SOUTHEAST
ORTONVILLE MN 56278
DENTISTS
STEVEN G. WINTHER, D.D.S. 320-839-2596
17 SECOND STREET SOUTHEAST
ORTONVILLE MN 56278
OPTOMETRISTS
CONROY EYE CARE
123 SECOND STREET NORTHWEST 320-839-2608
ORTONVILLE MN 56278
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RONN E. MCDANIEL. P.A. 320-839-3413
128 SECOND STREET
NORTHWEST
ORTONVILLE MN 56278 Satellite office: Madison Optical 320-598-7566
PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES
COUNTRYSIDE PUBLIC HEALTH
www.countrysidepublichealth.org
320-839-6135
47
NORTHWEST
2ND
STREET
SUITE
104
1-866-277-5587
ORTONVILLE MN 56278
Main Office (Benson) 1-800-657-3291 WIC 1-800-244-6026
Countryside
Public Health provides services to individuals, families and communities to
prevent disease and disability and promote and protect the health of the
residents of Big Stone, Chippewa, Lac qui Parle, Swift and Yellow Medicine
Counties.
Our focus is to promote healthy families and communities; support disabled and
elderly persons to live independently; and respond to emerging diseases and
health threats.
JOB RELATED SERVICES
( including disabilities)
WEST CENTRAL INDUSTRIES-WILLMAR 320-235-5310
1300 22nd STREET SOUTHWEST BOX 813 MN TTY 1-800-627-3529
WILLMAR MN
56201-0813
www.westcentralindustries.com
Offices also located in Hutchinson: 900 Hwy. 15 South 320-234-7515
Provides employment opportunities for individuals
with disabilities, through
rehabilitation and training.
Serves the counties of Big Stone, Chippewa,
Kandiyohi, Lac qui Parle,
McCleod, Meeker, Renville, Swift and Yellow Medicine.
PRESCHOOL/CHILD CARE PROGRAMS
PRAIRIE FIVE COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCIL-HEAD START 320-598-3118
422 5TH AVENUE # 307 PO BOX 166 1-800-443-4283
MADISON MN
56256
www.prairiefive.com/headstartwebsite/headstartindex.htm
Head Start
collaborates with CGB and Ortonville School Districts
to serve all preschool children in the community.
Those not eligible
under Head Start guidelines pay a monthly fee to the
District.
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PRAIRIE
FIVE
COMMUNITY
ACTION
COUNCIL
1-800-292-KIDS
(5437)
7TH STREET AND WASHINGTON AVENUE PO BOX 159 320-269-8727
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
www.midwestchildcare.com
Child Care Resource & Referral is a community based
organization, delivering person-to person services that include comprehensive
information, child care referrals, and training growth, as well as supporting
parents in their search for quality care by developing resources that are
responsive to our community needs. Our primary goal is to ensure that all
children have access to quality, nurturing environments. Equipment and
book/video lending library is available to all providers. There are also a
number of grants available for providers interested in starting a licensed child
care program.
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CLINTON / GRACEVILLE/ BEARDSLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
320-325-5224
PO BOX 361 601 1ST STREET
www.graceville.k12.mn.us
CLINTON MN 56225
*Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)
ECFE is a voluntary, public school program that
offers information and support to all Minnesota parents and their parents and
their infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Parents meet with and learn from
other parents and a licensed parent educator. Parents and babies often stay
together throughout the class time, or the babies are nearby, playing and
learning with other children and early childhood educators. Classes and special
events for families meet mornings, afternoons and evenings on weekdays and
weekends in a variety of locations. All program offerings are reasonably priced
or free.
*Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)
Eligible children are those who are determined to have
a disability following testing, conducted by the school system. Any guardian of
a child from birth through age six may request an evaluation. The types
of services which are needed by a child and the location where the services will
be delivered are determined on a child by child basis.
Special Education Service
Cooperative is:
MIDWEST SPECIAL EDUCATION INTER-DISTRICT COOPERATIVE
203 SOUTH COLUMBIA AVENUE
MORRIS MN
56267
Contact Todd Travis 320-589-4248
*Preschool
Head Start collaborates with CGB School District to
serve all preschool children in the community. Those not eligible under Head
Start guidelines pay a monthly fee to the District.
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ORTONVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL
320-839-6181
200 TROJAN DRIVE BOX 247
www.ortonville.k12.mn.us
ORTONVILLE MN 56278
*Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)
ECFE is a voluntary, public school program that
offers information and support to all Minnesota parents and their parents and
their infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Parents meet with and learn from
other parents and a licensed parent educator. Parents and babies often stay
together throughout the class time, or the babies are nearby, playing and
learning with other children and early childhood educators. Classes and special
events for families meet mornings, afternoons and evenings on weekdays and
weekends in a variety of locations. All program offerings are reasonably priced
or free.
*Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)
Eligible children are those who are determined to
have a disability following testing, conducted by the school system. Any
guardian of a child from birth through age six may request an evaluation. The
types of services which are needed by a child and the location where the
services will be delivered are determined on a child by child basis.
www.swsc.org
Special Education Service Cooperative is:
MONTEVIDEO
SW & WC
SERVICE
COOPERATIVE
320-269-9243
306 NORTH FIRST
STREET BOX 232
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
*Preschool
Head Start collaborates with Ortonville School
District
to serve all preschool children in the community.
Those not eligible under Head Start guidelines pay a monthly fee to the
District.
SCHOOLS
BIG STONE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT 25-1 605-862-8108
655 WALNUT STREET
www.bigstonecity.k12.sd.us
BIG STONE CITY SD 57216
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PO BOX 361 601 1ST
STREET NORTH
www.graceville.k12.mn.us
CLINTON MN 56225 Middle/High School 320-748-7233
712 3rd Street
Graceville, MN 56240
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200 TROJAN DRIVE BOX 247
ORTONVILLE MN 56278
www.ortonville.k12.mn.us
CHIPPEWA COUNTY
***FOR ALL PRAIRIE FIVE CAC SERVICES, PLEASE SEE***
PAGES 9-12 or
www.prairiefive.com
COMMUNITY SERVICE AGENCIES
CHIPPEWA COUNTY FAMILY SERVICES 320-269-6401
COMMUNITY SERVICE CENTER 1-877-450-6401
719 NORTH 7TH STREET SUITE 200
www.co.chippewa.mn.us/family.htm
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265 EMERGENCY/CRISIS 911
http://www.co.chippewa.mn.us/family.htm
Social Services:
Children's
Services ∙Developmental Disabilities
Chemical
Dependency ∙Mental Health
Adult
Services ∙Child Care
Financial Services:
Minnesota Family
Investment Program
(MFIP)
*Medical Assistance (MA)
General Assistance
Medical Care (GAMC)
Food Support Programs
Minnesota Supplemental
Aid (MSA)
*General Assistance (GA)
CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT DIVISION 320-269-6401
CONTACT YOUR COUNTY FAMILY SERVICE CENTER
www.co.chippewa.mn.us/family.htm
locate
parents ∙ establish parentage
establish and
enforce court orders for child support, medical
support, & child
care support ∙ collect & process payments
review and modify
court orders for support
adjust court
orders based on the cost-of-living index
work with other
states to enforce support when one parent does
not live in Minnesota
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For further information on Family Networkling/Support
Services or Financial Resources...See Table of Contents
Fare For All (Food And Resource Exchange) 1-800-582-4291
www.emergencyfoodshelf.org
763-450-3881
e-mail:
info@fareforall.org
Fare For All is a nonprofit organization
dedicated to providing quality food to all interested families and individuals
at an affordable price. At the same time, they encourage volunteer service to
build strong communities.
ELIGIBILITY: Anyone who wants to save on meat,
produce, grocery items and is willing to spend two hours a month helping an
individual, an institution or an organization. There is a small monetary charge
for the food.
Fare For All distribution sites: Appleton,
Montevideo and Marshall
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www.health.state.mn.us/divs/fh/csfp 651-484-8241
MAC:
A free food program for children up
to age 6 and pregnant women. Women who have had a baby under one
year but are not breast feeding or breast feeding women or
infants not served by WIC Applicants must meet income
guidelines, live in Minnesota, provide proof of age, and not be
receiving WIC (it is possible for one family member to receive
MAC and another WIC, but the same person cannot receive both).
NAPS:
A free food program for Seniors 60
years or older. Applicants must be residents of the State of
Minnesota and must meet federal income guidelines.
MAC AND NAPS:
Food distributed includes: canned
fruits, vegetables, juice, dry and canned milk, cheese, canned
meat, dry beans, or peanut butter, cereal, rice or pasta.
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Food Shelf:
PRAIRIE FIVE COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCIL 320-269-6578
COMMUNITY SERVICES BUILDING
www.prairiefive.com/chipp.htm
7TH AND WASHINGTON AVENUE
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
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UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION SERVICE-NUTRITION
EDUCATION PROGRAMS
www.extension.umn.edu/Nutrition
Contact: Paula Berg, Nutrition Education Assistant 320-269-6521
CHIPPEWA COUNTY EXTENSION OFFICE 1-800-247-0412
629 11TH STREET NORTH
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
The programs are designed to teach information and
skills people need to create a healthy diet for themselves and their families.
Provides lessons, displays, newsletters, handouts and
other activities designed for a variety of audiences - from parents and kids, to
seniors, pregnant teens, and immigrant populations. Nutrition Education Programs
take into account variables such as age, culture, reading ability, physical or
developmental limitations, and more.
Programs also in Big Stone,Lac qui Parle, Swift &
Yellow Medicine County
SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION 1-800-772-1213
For information on
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) - See Table of Contents
507-532-2850
www.socialsecurity.gov TTY: 507-532-2615
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WESTERN MINNESOTA LEGAL SERVICES 320-235-9600
302
SOUTHWEST
5TH
STREET
SUITE
202 PO
BOX 1866
1-888-360-3666
WILLMAR MN 56201-1866 TDD 320-235-9602
www.midmnlegal.org FAX 320-235-1030
Free civil legal services for eligible low income
persons,
the elderly and farmers
of
Big Stone, Chippewa, Kandiyohi, Lac qui Parle,
Lincoln, Lyon, Meeker, Renville, Swift, and Yellow
Medicine counties.
Provides information, referral, advice and
representation in areas such as:
Family Law: Divorces, Custody Issues/Visitation, Domestic Abuse
Housing Laws: Evictions, Poor Housing Conditions, Discrimination
MN Health Care: Information, Screening and Application Assistance
Public Benefits Law: Denial or termination of public benefits & utility
shut offs
Family Farm Law Project: Legal Advice on financial issues
Senior Law Project: Legal Advice for people age 60 and over
See also Law Help MN
www.lawhelpmn.org
Find answers
to legal questions, legal aid offices and more.
Helping
Low-Income Minnesotans Solve Civil Legal Problems
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ATTORNEY REFERRAL
SERVICE
www.mnbar.org
A referral service for locating attorneys.
COUNSELING / MENTAL HEALTH
TRI COUNTY VICTIM/WITNESS PROGRAM 320-269-3095
629 NORTH 11TH
STREET Crisis
Services
1-800-939-0329
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
www.maxminn.com/pmarcy
The Tri-County Victim/Witness program provides
service to primary victims (persons to whom
the crime was directed) and
secondary victims (persons who have incurred loss, trauma, or harm
because of someone else's victimization from a crime.)
Serving victims and witnesses in Chippewa, Lac qui
Parle, & Yellow Medicine County
WILLMAR SHELTER HOUSE www.willmarshelter.com 1-866-223-1111
320-269-6520
24 Crisis Intervention
*Emergency Residential Shelter
Information & Assistance (Security, Food, Clothing,
Personal Supplies, Furniture)
*Information & Assistance (Legal-Orders of
Protection, Harassment, Divorce,
Child Custody, Visitation Plans) *Support Groups
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WOODLAND CENTERS CHIPPEWA CENTER 320-269-6581
517 NORTH 17TH STREET PO BOX 187 1-888-281-0241
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
WOODLAND CENTERS- WILLMAR OFFICE
320-235-4613
1-800-992-1716
www.woodlandcenters.com
A nonprofit organization, focusing its efforts on
providing comprehensive mental health services to meet varied community needs.
Woodland serves the counties of Chippewa, Kandiyohi, Lac qui Parle, Meeker,
Renville, and Swift. Community mental health efforts take many forms including
helping battered women and children find safe shelter, assisting families who
face stressful issues, and providing treatment for those with severe mental
health issues. Woodland Centers’ services reach young and old, men and women,
and people from a variety of cultural backgrounds with a variety of issues.
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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS AND AL-ANON 1-800-862-1453
www.projectturnabout.com
E-mail:
info@projectturnabout.org
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EDUCATION FOR ADULTS
ADULT BASIC EDUCATION & G.E.D. PREPARATION
(associated with Community Education) Contact:
Minnesota West Community and Technical College 1-800-657-3247
or contact Community Education
C
lara City
www.maccray.k12.mn.us
320-847-2154
Lac qui Parle Valley
www.lqpv.org
320-752-4200
Montevideo
www.montevideoschools.co
320-269-5026
FREE *** FREE *** WORK AT YOUR OWN
PACE
ABE-Adult Basic Education ESL-English as a Second
Language
GED-General Education Diploma
*Improve your basic skills-reading, writing, spelling
and math
*Learn to speak English better*Work on receiving a
high school diploma
SEE PRESCHOOL/CHILD CARE PROGRAMS OR SCHOOLS IN
THIS SECTION FOR EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHILDREN & ADOLESCENTS
FAMILY / NETWORKING GROUPS
MINNESOTA
FARM ADVOCATES
Hotline:
1-800-967-AGRI
Ruth Karty (Clarkfield): 320-669-7135
Dave Hesse (Comfry ): 507-877-3012
Carol Kobberman (Hancock): 320-392-5536
www.mda.state.mn.us/about/farmadvocates.htm
Farm Advocates provide one-on-one assistance for
Minnesota farmers who face crisis caused by either a natural disaster or
financial problems. Farm Advocates understand the needs of our agricultural
families and communities. They are trained and experienced in agricultural
lending practices, mediation, lender negotiation, farm programs, crisis
counseling, disaster programs and to recognize the need for legal and/or social
services. The Farm Advocate Program has been supported by the Minnesota
Department of Agriculture since 1984. There is no charge or fee for Farm
Advocate assistance.
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Early
Intervention
Committee (IEIC)
www.montevideoschools.com
For further information contact: Sanford Elementary
320-269-6538
IEIC's provide early intervention services to
children 0-21. The IEIC members are parents and professionals from the
community. One of the IEIC services is to know what type of services are
available in their community for children with disabilities under the age of
five and their families. IEIC members may also know parents who share your
experiences and can link you to someone who knows what you are going through.
Family Support Groups also meet monthly for parents of children with
disabilities-for more information on upcoming activities of the Family Support
Group call
Southwest/West Central Service Cooperative at 320-269-9243
www.swsc.org
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PARENTS FOREVER 1-800-255-0736
Parents Forever offers education and resources for
married families going through divorce and never-been-married families going
through a separation. Divorce and separation often brings change to every aspect
of a family's life, both for the parents and the children involved.
Parents Forever provides parents with formal
training programs and easy-to-use materials that help them navigate the
emotional, financial, legal, and communication changes that accompany
divorce/separation so that they can effectively help their family transition.
Many of these materials have been culturally adapted for Spanish-speaking
families. The program also trains family professionals to be better equipped to
help during the transition.
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For Information call 1-800-443-4283
Prairie Five CAC
320-598-3118
*Provides information and support services
to grandparents and other
kinship care givers, who are raising their
children’s children.
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HEALTH CARE PROGRAMS
This section includes:
Clinics, Chiropractors, Dentists, Orthodontists,
Optometrists, Public Health Services
CLINICS & CHIROPRACTORS
CHIROPRACTIC ASSOCIATES OF MONTEVIDEO 320-269-5000
544 1ST
STREET SOUTHWEST
www.dropdahl.com
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
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CHIROPRACTIC CARE CENTER (DR BRAD MOSENG) 320-269-7135
525
LEGION DRIVE #1
www.mosengchiropractic.com
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
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CLARA CITY CLINIC 320-847-3711
330
WEST CENTER AVENUE
www.montevideomedical.com
CLARA CITY MN
56222 Affiliated with Montevideo
Clinic, P.A.
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CLARKFIELD CLINIC 320-669-4417
812 10th
AVENUE
www.montevideomedical.com
CLARKFIELD MN
56223 Affiliated with Montevideo
Clinic, P.A.
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CORNERSTONE CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH 320-269-3211
519 SOUTH 1ST
STREET
www.cornerstonechiropractichealth.com
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
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HEARTLAND FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC 320-847-3511
23 NORTH MAIN STREET
CLARA CITY MN 56222
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908 NORTH 11TH STREET PO
BOX 716
www.montevideomedical.com
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
If no answer call the Chippewa County Montevideo Hospital 320-269-8878
Offices also located in Clarkfield (See Yellow
Medicine County) Clara City & Milan
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MILAN CLINIC 320-734-4632
MAIN
STREET
www.montevideomedical.com
MILAN MN 56262 Affiliated with Montevideo Clinic,
P.A.
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PREFERRED HEALTH OF MONTEVIDEO (CHIROPRACTIC) 320-269-4774
1845 EAST
HIGHWAY 7
www.preferred-health.com
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
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WELLSPRING CHIROPRACTIC & NATURAL CARE 320-269-3131
2302 HORIZON DRIVE
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
DENTISTS
EDWARD C. LINDEN, D.D.S. 320-847-2330
BOX 297 26 NORTHWEST 1ST AVENUE
CLARA CITY MN 56222-0297 Satellite Office- 1604 1ST
STREET SOUTH
Willmar, MN 320-231-1739
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JAMES ZENK DDS /KEITH OLSON DDS/ MATTHEW VAUGHN DDS
1317 GROVE AVENUE EAST ACRES CENTER
www.montedentistry.com
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
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123 ½ NORTH 1ST
STREET
MONTEVIDEO MN
56265
Satellite Office-525 Southwest 3rd Street-Willmar, MN
320-235-3102
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MAIN STREET DENTAL CARE 320-269-6406JOHN
POWERS DDS
315 NORTH 1ST STREET
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
OPTOMETRISTS
JEFF B. ANDERSON, O.D. 320-269-8182
602 LEGION DRIVE PO BOX 188
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
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STEVEN BEALS, O.D. 320-269-6822
209 NORTH 1ST STREET
PO BOX 210
www.bealsoptometry.com
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
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117 NORTH 1ST STREET
www.midwestvisioncenters.com
MONTEVIDEO
MN 56265
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UBLIC HEALTH
COUNTRYSIDE PUBLIC HEALTH
www.countrysidepublichealth.org
320-269-2174
719 NORTH 7TH STREET SUITE 308 1-800-894-0192
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
Main Office (Benson) 1-800-657-3291
WIC 1-800-244-6026
Countryside
Public Health provides services to individuals, families and communities to
prevent disease and disability and promote and protect the health of the
residents of Big Stone, Chippewa, Lac qui Parle, Swift and Yellow Medicine
Counties.
Our focus is to promote healthy families and communities; support disabled and
elderly persons to live independently; and respond to emerging diseases and
health threats.
JOB RELATED SERVICES (
including disabilities)
MINNESOTA WORK FORCE CENTER~MONTEVIDEO 320-269-8819
202 NORTH 1ST STREET TTY 320-269-8819
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
www.mnwfc.org 1-888-438-5627
Minnesota Work
Force Centers (WFCs) provide the tools, resources and services needed for job
search, career planning and training needs. People seeking work, businesses
seeking employees, students, and those looking for a first job or returning to
the workforce, will find services to meet their needs, offered at no cost. Each
WFC houses a Resource Area that operates like a library.
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WEST CENTRAL INDUSTRIES-WILLMAR 320-235-5310
1300 SOUTHWEST 22nd STREET BOX 813
WILLMAR MN 56201-0813
www.westcentralindustries.com
Offices also located in Hutchinson: 900 Hwy. 15
South 320-234-7515
Provides employment opportunities for individuals
with disabilities, through rehabilitation and training.
Serves the counties of Big Stone, Chippewa,
Kandiyohi, Lac qui Parle,
McCleod, Meeker, Renville, Swift and Yellow Medicine
PRESCHOOL/CHILD CARE PROGRAMS
PRAIRIE FIVE COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCIL-HEAD START 320-598-3118
422 5TH AVENUE #
307 PO BOX 166
1-800-443-4283
MADISON MN
56256
www.prairiefive.com/headstartwebsite/headstartindex.htm
This family and child development program serves
low-income families and children with disabilities with family assessment, goal
setting, medical, denta l, mental health, and nutrition services. The classrooms
are located in the school and operate the same hours as the school. Children
attend 2 to 4 days a week depending on age of the child and school schedule.
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CHILD CARE RESOURCE AND REFERRAL 320-269-8727
PRAIRIE FIVE
COMMUNITY ACTION
COUNCIL
1-800-292-KIDS
(5437)
7TH
STREET &
WASHINGTON
AVENUE
PO BOX
159
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
www.midwestchildcare.com
Child Care Resource & Referral is a community based
organization, delivering person-to person services that include comprehensive
information, child care referrals, and training growth, as well as supporting
parents in their search for quality care by developing resources that are
responsive to our community needs. Our primary goal is to ensure that all
children have access to quality, nurturing environments. Equipment and
book/video lending library is available to all providers. There are also a
number of grants available for providers interested in starting a licensed child
care program.
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MARIA L. SANFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 320-269-6538
412 SOUTH 13TH STREET
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
www.montevideoschools.com
*Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)
ECFE is a voluntary, public school program that
offers information and support to all Minnesota parents and their parents and
their infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Parents meet with and learn from
other parents and a licensed parent educator. Parents and babies often stay
together throughout the class time, or the babies are nearby, playing and
learning with other children and early childhood educators. Classes and special
events for families meet mornings, afternoons and evenings on weekdays and
weekends in a variety of locations. All program offerings are reasonably priced
or free.
*Early Childhood Special Education
(ECSE)
Eligible children are those who are determined to
have a disability following testing, conducted by the school system. Any
guardian of a child from birth through age six may request an evaluation. The
types of services which are needed by a child and the location where the
services will be delivered are determined on a child by child basis.
Contact the
school for further information
320-269-6538
Special Education Service Cooperative is:
MONTEVIDEO SW & WC SERVICE COOPERATIVE
306 North 1st STREET BOX 232
www.swsc.org 320-269-9243
MONTEVIDEO MN 56256
*Small World Nursery School
Small World Nursery School is a Community Education
program for children three to five years of age who are not yet enrolled in
Kindergarten. The nursery school program is designed to assist parents with the
emotional, social, intellectual and physical development of their preschool
child. Activities are directed by a licensed and experienced preschool teacher.
Classes are held from early September through late May. Fees are charged to pay
for program costs.
Contact the school for further information
320-269-6538
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MACCRAY SCHOOLS Clara City: 320-847-2154
423
NORTH
MAIN BOX
690
Raymond:
320-967-4281
CLARA CITY MN 56222
www.maccray.k12.mn.us Maynard: 320-367-2396
*Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)
ECFE is a voluntary, public school program that
offers information and support to all Minnesota parents and their parents and
their infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Parents meet with and learn from
other parents and a licensed parent educator. Parents and babies often stay
together throughout the class time, or the babies are nearby, playing and
learning with other children and early childhood educators. Classes and special
events for families meet mornings, afternoons and evenings on weekdays and
weekends in a variety of locations. All program offerings are reasonably priced
or free.
*Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)
Eligible children are those who are determined to
have a disability following testing, conducted by the school system. Any
guardian of a child from birth through age six may request an evaluation. The
types of services which are needed by a child and the location where
the services will be delivered are determined on a child by child basis.
Special Education Service
Cooperative is:
LITTLE CROW EDUCATION COOPERATIVE 320-231-5184
611 5TH STREET SOUTHWEST
WILLMAR MN 56201
*Learning Readiness
Children come independently of their parents. Aims
of the preschool are: Socialization, developing an interest and joy in learning,
making a successful transition between home to school, developing self
expressions, self control, creativity and responsibility, following directions,
being a good listener and communicator.
Contact the School for further information
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MACCRAY SCHOOLS: Maynard, Clara City and Raymond:
www.maccray.k12.mn.us
MACCRAY SENIOR/JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (7-12) 320-847-2154
711 WOLVERINE DRIVE BOX 690
CLARA CITY MN 56222
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INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #2180
180 MACCRAY PO BOX 276
MAYNARD MN 56260-0276
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MACCRAY EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (K-6) 320-967-4281
NO 1
MACCRAY LANE PO BOX 215
RAYMOND MN 56282
MONTEVIDEO SCHOOLS:
www.montevideoschools.com
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS 320-269-8833
2001 WILLIAMS
AVENUE
MONTEVIDEO MN
56265-2200
ALEXANDER RAMSEY (K-4) 320-269-6584
501 HAMILTON AVENUE
MONTEVIDEO MN
56265-1041
MARIA L. SANFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (K-4) 320-269-6538
412 SOUTH 13TH
STREET
MONTEVIDEO MN
56265-2060
MONTEVIDEO MIDDLE SCHOOL (5-8) 320-269-6431
2001 WILLIAMS AVENUE
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265-2200
MONTEVIDEO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (9-12) 320-269-6446
1501 WILLIAMS AVENUE
MONTEVIDEO MN
56265-2269
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MINNESOTA RIVER VALLEY AREA LEARNING CENTER 320-269-7131
1313 BLACK OAK AVENUE
www.montevideoschools.com
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
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LAC QUI PARLE COUNTY
**FOR ALL PRAIRIE FIVE CAC
SERVICES, PLEASE SEE***
www.prairiefive.com
COMMUNITY SERVICE AGENCIES
LAC QUI PARLE COUNTY FAMILY SERVICE CENTER 320-598-7594
930 1ST AVENUE
NORTH PO BOX 7
EMERGENCY/CRISIS
911
MADISON MN 56256-0007
www.lqpco.com
Social Services:
∙Children's
Services Disabilities
∙Chemical
Dependency ∙Mental Health
Adult
Services ∙Child Care
Financial Services:
∙Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP)
*Medical Assistance (MA)
*General
Assistance
Medical
Care
(GAMC)
*Food
Support
Programs
∙Minnesota
Supplemental Aid (MSA)
*General
Assistance (GA)
CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT DIVISION State Info: 1-800-657-3954
CONTACT YOUR COUNTY FAMILY SERVICE CENTER 320-598-7594
www.lqpco.com
∙locate
parents ∙establish parentage
∙establish and enforce court orders for child support,
medical support, and child care support
∙collect and process payments
∙review and modify court orders for support
∙adjust court orders based on the cost-of-living index
∙work with other states to enforce support when one
parent does not live in Minnesota
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For further information on Family Networking/Support
Services or
Financial Resources....See Table of Contents
Fare For All (Food And Resource Exchange)
1-800-582-4291
www.emergencyfoodshelf.org
763-450-3881
e-mail:
info@fareforall.org
Fare For All is a nonprofit organization
dedicated to providing quality food to all interested families and individuals
at an affordable price. At the same time, they encourage volunteer service to
build strong communities.
ELIGIBILITY: Anyone who wants to save on meat,
produce, grocery items and is willing to spend two hours a month
helping an
individual, an institution or an organization. There is a small monetary charge
for the food.
Fare For All distribution sites: Appleton,
Montevideo and Marshall
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MAC and NAPS: 1-800-365-0270
www.health.state.mn.us/divs/fh/csfp 651-484-8241
MAC:
A free food program for children up to age 6
and pregnant women. Women who have had a baby under one year but are not
breast feeding or breast feeding women or infants not served by WIC
Applicants must meet income guidelines, live in Minnesota, provide proof
of age, and not be receiving WIC (it is possible for one family member
to receive MAC and another WIC, but the same person cannot receive
both).
NAPS:
A free food program for Seniors 60 years or
older. Applicants must be residents of the State of Minnesota and must
meet federal income guidelines.
MAC AND NAPS:
Food distributed includes: canned fruits,
vegetables, juice, dry and canned milk, cheese, canned meat, dry beans,
or peanut butter, cereal, rice or pasta.
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Food Shelf: Lac Qui Parle County
Community Foood Shelf
Located at West wing of Madison School -422 5th
Avenue
Madison, MN 56256
Open Tuesdays from 1 pm to 3 pm
After hours call:
320-598-7919 320-598-3469
320-598-3906
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UNIVERSITY OF MN EXTENSION SERVICE-NUTRITION EDUCATION
PROGRAMS
www.extension.umn.edu/Nutrition
Contact: Cammi Jane Carlson, Nutrition Education Assistant
320-598-3325
LAC QUI PARLE COUNTY EXTENSION
OFFICE
1-800-255-0736
COURTHOUSE-600 6TH STREET- MADISON MN 56256
The programs are designed to teach
information and skills people need to create a healthy diet for
themselves and their families.
Provides lessons, displays,
newsletters, handouts and other activities designed for a
variety of audiences - from parents and kids, to seniors,
pregnant teens, and immigrant populations. Nutrition Education
Programs take into account variables such as age, culture,
reading ability, physical or developmental limitations,
and more.
Programs also in Big Stone, Chippewa, Swift &
Yellow Medicine County
SOCIAL
SECURITY
ADMINISTRATION
1-800-772-1213
For information on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) - See Table of Contents 507-532-2850
www.socialsecurity.gov TTY: 507-532-2615
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WESTERN MINNESOTA LEGAL SERVICES 320-235-9600
302 SOUTHWEST 5TH STREET SUITE 202 PO BOX 1866 1-888-360-3666
WILLMAR MN 56201-1866 TDD 320-235-9602
www.midmnlegal.org FAX 320-235-1030
Free civil legal services for eligible low income
persons,
the elderly and farmers
of Big
Stone, Chippewa, Kandiyohi, Lac qui Parle,
Lincoln, Lyon, Meeker, Renville, Swift, and Yellow
Medicine counties.
Provides information, referral, advice and
representation in areas such as:
Family Law: Divorces, Custody Issues/Visitation, Domestic Abuse
Housing Laws: Evictions, Poor Housing Conditions, Discrimination
MN Health Care: Information, Screening and Application Assistance
- Public Benefits Law: Denial or termination of public benefits &
utility shut offs
- Family Farm Law Project: Legal Advice on financial issues
- Senior Law Project: Legal Advice for people age 60 and over
See
also Law Help MN
www.lawhelpmn.org
Find answers
to legal questions, legal aid offices and more.
Helping
Low-Income Minnesotans Solve Civil Legal Problems
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ATTORNEY REFERRAL
SERVICE
www.mnbar.org
A referral service for locating attorneys.
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LAC QUI PARLE
SALVATION ARMY
Contact Stan
Ross
320-598-7475
COUNSELING /
MENTAL HEALTH
CHILDREN'S MENTAL HEALTH 320-598-7779
MADISON/MARIETTA/NASSAU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
316 4TH
STREET
WEST
www.lqpco.com
MADISON MN 56256
Childrens Mental Health is part of Lac Qui Parle
County Family Services-
930 1st
Avenue
Box 7,
Madison
MN 56256
320-598-7594
Case Management for Children With Severe Emotional
Disturbance.
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TRI COUNTY VICTIM/WITNESS PROGRAM 320-269-3095
629 NORTH 11TH STREET Crisis Services 1-800-939-0329
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
www.maxminn.com/pmarcy
The Tri-County Victim/Witness program provides
service to primary victims (persons to whom the crime was directed) and
secondary victims (persons who have incurred loss, trauma, or harm because of
someone else's victimization from a crime.)
Serving victims and witnesses in Chippewa, Lac qui
Parle, and Yellow Medicine County.
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WILLMAR SHELTER HOUSE
www.willmarshelter.com 1-866-223-1111
320-269-6520
*24 Hour Crisis
Intervention *Emergency
Residential Shelter
*Information & Assistance (Security, Food, Clothing,
Personal supplies, Furniture)
*Information & Assistance (Legal-Orders of
Protection, Harassment, Divorce, Child Custody & Visitation Plan
*Support Groups
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WOODLAND CENTERS
320-769-4864
1296 CHESTNUT STREET
PO BOX 493
www.woodlandcenters.com
DAWSON MN 56232
WOODLAND CENTERS- WILLMAR OFFICE 320-235-4613
1-800-992-1716
A nonprofit organization, focusing its efforts on
providing comprehensive mental health services to meet varied community needs.
Woodland serves the counties of Chippewa, Kandiyohi, Lac qui Parle, Meeker,
Renville, and Swift. Community mental health efforts take many forms including
helping battered women and children find safe shelter, assisting families who
face stressful issues, and providing treatment for those with severe mental
health issues. Woodland Centers’ services reach young and old, men and women,
and people from a variety of cultural backgrounds with a variety of issues.
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS AND AL-ANON
www.projectturnabout.com
1-800-862-1453
E-mail:
info@projectturnabout.org
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EDUCATION FOR ADULTS
ADULT BASIC
EDUCATION & G.E.D. PREPARATION
(associated with Community
Education)
Contact:
Minnesota West
Community and
Technical
College
www.mnwest.edu
1-800-657-3247
or contact Community Education
www.dawsonboydschools.org
Dawson 320-769-2955
www.lqpv.org
Lac qui Parle Valley High School 320-752-4200
FREE *** FREE *** WORK AT YOUR OWN PACE
ABE-Adult Basic Education ESL-English as a Second
Language
GED-General Education Diploma
*Improve your basic skills-reading, writing, spelling
and math
*Learn
to speak English better *Work on
receiving a high school diploma
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SEE PRESCHOOL/CHILD CARE PROGRAMS OR SCHOOLS IN THIS
SECTION FOR EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHILDREN & ADOLESCENTS!
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FAMILY / NETWORKING GROUPS
MINNESOTA
FARM ADVOCATES
Hotline:
1-800-967-AGRI
Ruth Karty (Clarkfield): 320-669-7135
Dave Hesse (Comfry ): 507-877-3012
Carol Kobberman (Hancock): 320-392-5536
www.mda.state.mn.us/about/farmadvocates.htm
Farm Advocates provide one-on-one assistance for
Minnesota farmers who face crisis
caused by either a natural disaster or financial
problems. Farm Advocates understand the needs of our agricultural families and
communities. They are trained and experienced in agricultural lending practices,
mediation, lender negotiation, farm programs, crisis counseling, disaster
programs and to recognize the need for legal and/or social services. The Farm
Advocate Program has been supported by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture
since 1984. There is no charge or fee for Farm Advocate assistance.
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Interagency
Early
Intervention
Committee (IEIC)
www.dawsonboydschools.org
For further information contact: Dawson Elementary 320-769-4590
IEIC's provide early intervention services to
children 0-21. The IEIC members are parents and professionals from the
community. One of the IEIC services is to know what type of services are
available in their community for children with disabilities under the age of
five and their families. IEIC members may also know parents who share your
experiences and can link you to someone who knows what you are going through.
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PARENTS FOREVER 1-800-255-0736
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION SERVICE 320-269-6578
Chippewa County Courthouse
www.parenting.umn.edu/programs/parentsForever/index.htm
629 North 11th Street
Montevideo, MN 56265
Education For Families In Divorce Transition
Parents Forever offers education and resources for
married families going through divorce and never-been-married families going
through a separation. Divorce and separation often brings change to every aspect
of a family's life, both for the parents and the children involved.
Parents Forever provides parents with formal
training programs and easy-to-use materials that help them navigate the
emotional, financial, legal, and communication changes that accompany
divorce/separation so that they can effectively help their family transition.
Many of these materials have been culturally adapted for Spanish-speaking
families. The program also trains family professionals to be better equipped to
help during the transition.
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P.A.S.T (Parenting A Second Time)
For Information call 1-800-443-4283
Prairie Five CAC 320-598-3118
*Provides information and support services
to grandparents and other
kinship care givers, who are raising their
children’s children.
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Strengthening the Family
LAC QUI PARLE
SCHOOL DISTRICT
www.lqpv.org
For further information contact:
320-598-7838
Strong families build strong communities.
Strengthening the Family is a community-based, family-focused program
which
helps communities in the southwestern region of Minnesota develop
family-building strategies
HEALTH CARE PROGRAMS
This section includes:
Clinics, Chiropractors, Dentists, Orthodontists,
Optometrists, Public Health Services
CLINICS & CHIROPRACTORS
BOYD COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER 320-855-2290
115 3RD STREET
http://jmhsdawson.com/boydclinic.html
BOYD, MN 56218
Satellite of Johnson Memorial Health Services 320-769-4393
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CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH CENTER 320-769-4747
653 CHESTNUT STREET
DAWSON MN 56232
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DAWSON CLINIC 320-769-4393
1282 WALNUT STREET
http://jmhsdawson.com/clinic.html
DAWSON MN 56232-2333
Speciality Outreach Services also available
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LAC QUI PARLE CLINIC OF MADISON 320-598-7551
900 2ND AVENUE NORTH
www.madisonlutheranhome.com/lqpclinic.html
MADISON MN 56256
Speciality Outreach Services also available
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MADISON CHIROPRACTIC CENTER 320-598-3089
508 4TH STREET WEST
MADISON MN 56256
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MARIETTA CLINIC www.madisonlutheranhome.com/mariettaclinic.html 320-668-2546
101 3RD AVENUE NORTH PO BOX 32 Appointments: 320-598-7551
MARIETTA MN 56257 Affiliated with Lac qui Parle Clinic of Madison
DENTISTS
MADISON DENTAL CLINIC 320-598-7433
S. TODD PUSHING, D.D.S.
BRANDON ULSTAD, D.D.S.
622 3RD STREET PO BOX 10
MADISON MN 56256
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STEPHEN J. MORRIS DENTAL CLINIC 320-769-2050
737 PINE STREET BOX 1008
DAWSON MN 56232
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THOMAS W. HANSEN, D.D.S. 320-769-4756
792 SIXTH STREET BOX 456
DAWSON MN 56232
ORTHODONTISTS
GREGORYG. LECY, D.D.S. M.S.
320-598-3929
411 5TH AVENUE 1-800-553-1379
MADISON MN 56256
Gregory G. Lecy, D.D.S., M.S.
Main Office located at 513 Jewett Street, Marshall, MN
507-532-5789
Satellite Offices also located at Pipestone and
Worthington
OPTOMETRISTS
HEARTLAND EYE CARE CENTER 320-769-2977
878 6TH STREET
Offices also located in Canby,
Marshall
DAWSON MN 56232
MADISON OPTICAL 320-598-7566
323 6TH AVENUE Satellite Office located in Ortonville, MN
320-839-3413
MADISON MN 56256
RONN E. MCDANIEL. O.D.
JAMES and RENAE RIES, O.D.
PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES
COUNTRYSIDE PUBLIC HEALTH
http://www.countrysidepublichealth.org
www.countrysidepublichealth.org 320-598-7313
600 6th
STREET
1-800-255-0736
MADISON MN 56256 WIC 1-800-244-6026
Main Office (Benson)
1-800-657-3291
Countryside Public Health provides services to
individuals, families and communities to prevent disease and disability and
promote and protect the health of the residents of Big Stone, Chippewa, Lac qui
Parle, Swift and Yellow Medicine Counties.
Our focus is to promote healthy families and communities; support disabled and
elderly persons to live independently; and respond to emerging diseases and
health threats.
JOB RELATED SERVICES (
including disabilities)
WEST CENTRAL INDUSTRIES-WILLMAR 320-235-5310
1300 22nd STREET SOUTHWEST BOX 813 MN TTY 1-800-627-3529
WILLMAR MN
56201-0813 www.westcentralindustries.com
Offices also located in Hutchinson: 900 Hwy. 15 South 320-234-7515
Provides employment opportunities for individuals
with disabilities,
through rehabilitation and training.
Serves the counties of Big Stone, Chippewa,
Kandiyohi, Lac qui Parle,
McCleod, Meeker, Renville, Swift and Yellow Medicine
PRESCHOOL/CHILD CARE PROGRAMS
PRAIRIE FIVE COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCIL-HEAD START 320-598-3118
422 5TH AVENUE # 307 PO BOX 166 1-800-443-4283
MADISON MN
56256
www.prairiefive.com/headstartwebsite/headstartindex.htm
Head Start collaborates with Lqp and
Dawson School Districts to serve all preschool children in the
community. Those not eligible under Head Start guidelines pay a
monthly fee to the District. Classrooms are located in the
schools.
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PRAIRIE
FIVE
COMMUNITY
ACTION
COUNCIL
1-800-292-KIDS
(5437)
7TH STREET AND WASHINGTON AVENUE PO BOX 159 320-269-8727
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
www.midwestchildcare.com
Child Care Resource & Referral is a community based
organization, delivering person-to person services that include comprehensive
information, child care referrals, and training growth, as well as supporting
parents in their search for quality care by developing resources that are
responsive to our community needs. Our primary goal is to ensure that all
children have access to quality, nurturing environments. Equipment and
book/video lending library is available to all providers. There are also a
number of grants available for providers interested in starting a licensed child
care program.
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DAWSON- BOYD ELEMENTARY 320-769-4590
563 9TH
STREET
www.dawsonboydschools.org
DAWSON MN
56232
*Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)
ECFE is a voluntary, public school program that offers
information and support to all Minnesota parents and their parents and their
infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Parents meet with and learn from other
parents and a licensed parent educator. Parents and babies often stay together
throughout the class time, or the babies are nearby, playing and learning with
other children and early childhood educators. Classes and special events for
families meet mornings, afternoons and evenings on weekdays and weekends in a
variety of locations. All program offerings are reasonably priced or free.
*Early Childhood Special Education
(ECSE)
Eligible children are those who are determined to have
a disability following testing, conducted by the school system. Any guardian of
a child from birth through age six may request an evaluation. The types of
services which are needed by a child and the location where the services will be
delivered are determined on a child by child basis.
Special Education Service Cooperative is:
MINNESOTA VALLEY EDUCATION COOPERATIVE
DIRECTOR: CINDY LOE
YELLOW MEDICINE EAST SCHOOLS
450 9TH AVENUE
http://isd2190.org
GRANITE FALLS MN 56241
320-564-4081
*Preschool
Head Start collaborates with the Dawson/Boyd School
District to serve all preschool children in the community. Those eligible under
Head Start guidelines pay a monthly fee to the District.
Contact the school for further information
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MADISON-MARIETTA-NASSAU ELEMENTARY PUBLIC SCHOOL
316 4TH STREET WEST 320-598-7528
MADISON MN 56256
www.lqpv.org
*Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)
ECFE is a voluntary, public school program that
offers information and support to all Minnesota parents and their parents and
their infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Parents meet with and learn from
other parents and a licensed parent educator. Parents and babies often stay
together throughout the class time, or the babies are nearby, playing and
learning with other children and early childhood educators. Classes and special
events for families meet mornings, afternoons and evenings on weekdays and
weekends in a variety of locations. All program offerings are reasonably priced
or free.
*Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)
Eligible children are those who are determined to have
a disability following testing, conducted by the school system. Any guardian of
a child from birth through age six may request an evaluation. The types of
services which are needed by a child and the location where the services will be
delivered are determined on a child by child basis.
Special Education Service
Cooperative is:
MINNESOTA VALLEY EDUCATION COOPERATIVE
DIRECTOR: CINDY LOE
YELLOW MEDICINE EAST SCHOOLS
450 9TH AVENUE
http://isd2190.org
GRANITE FALLS MN 56241
320-564-4081
*Kids Time (After School Program)
School age Child Care is provided for students in
grades K-6 in Appleton, and Madison,, Monday through Friday, after school-6:00
p.m. A fee is charged. This successful program provides a flexibly structured,
safe environment where elementary children can have fun, interact socially and
expand their intellectual abilities. It is an important alternative to being
home alone after school. The children participate in a variety of planned and
supervised activities. Nutritious snacks are provided.
Contact: the school for further information
*Preschool
Head Start collaborates with the
Madison/Marietta/Nassau School District to serve all preschool children in the
community. Those eligible under Head Start guidelines pay a monthly fee to the
District.
Contact the school for further information
SCHOOLS
BELLINGHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 320-568-2118
RR 1 BOX 1
BELLINGHAM MN 56212
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DAWSON-BOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 320-769-4590
563 9TH
STREET BOX 1018
www.dawsonboydschools.org
DAWSON MN 56232
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DAWSON-BOYD HIGH SCHOOL 320-769-2955
848
CHESTNUT STREET BOX 1018
www.dawsonboydschools.org
DAWSON MN 56232
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MADISON-MARIETTA-NASSAU ELEMENTARY PUBLIC SCHOOL 320-598-7528
316 4TH STREET WEST
www.lqpv.org
MADISON MN 56256
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LAC QUI PARLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
(Madison, Marietta, Nassau, Appleton)
2860 291ST AVENUE
www.lqpv.org 320-752-4200
MADISON MN 56256
SWIFT COUNTY
***FOR ALL PRAIRIE FIVE CAC SERVICES, PLEASE SEE***
www.prairiefive.com
COMMUNITY SERVICE AGENCIES
SWIFT COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES
www.swiftcounty.com 320-843-3160
410 21st
STREET SOUTH PO
BOX 208
EMERGENCY/CRISIS
911
BENSON MN 56215-0208 FAX 320-843-4582
Social
Services:
∙Children's
Services ∙Disabilities
∙Chemical
Dependency ∙Mental Health
∙Adult
Services ∙Child Care
Financial Services:
∙Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP)
*Medical Assistance (MA)
∙General Assistance Medical Care
(GAMC)
∙Food
Support Programs
∙Minnesota Supplemental Aid
(MSA)
*General Assistance (GA
CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT DIVISION-
www.swiftcounty.com
CONTACT YOUR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES 320-843-3160
www.bigstonecounty.org
∙locate
parents ∙establish parentage
∙establish and enforce court orders for child
support, medical support, and child care support
∙collect and process payments
∙review and modify court orders for support
∙adjust court orders based on the cost-of-living index
∙work with other states to enforce support
when one parent does not live in Minnesota
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Fare For All (Food And Resource Exchange) 1-800-582-4291
www.emergencyfoodshelf.org
763-450-3881
e-mail:
info@fareforall.org
Fare For All is a nonprofit organization
dedicated to providing quality food to all interested families and
individuals
at an affordable price. At the same time, they encourage volunteer service to
build strong communities.
ELIGIBILITY: Anyone who wants to save on meat,
produce, grocery items and is willing to spend two hours a
month helping an
individual, an institution or an organization. There is a small
monetary charge for the food.
Fare For All distribution sites: Appleton,
Montevideo and Marshall
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MAC and NAPS: 1-800-365-0270
www.health.state.mn.us/divs/fh/csfp 651-484-8241
MAC:
A free food program
for children up to age 6 and pregnant women. Women who have had
a baby under one year but are not breast feeding or breast
feeding women or infants not served by WIC Applicants must meet
income guidelines, live in Minnesota, provide proof of age, and
not be receiving WIC (it is possible for one family member to
receive MAC and another WIC, but the same person cannot receive
both).
NAPS:
A free food program
for Seniors 60 years or older. Applicants must be residents of
the State of Minnesota and must meet federal income guidelines.
MAC AND NAPS:
Food distributed
includes: canned fruits, vegetables, juice, dry and canned milk,
cheese, canned meat, dry beans, or peanut butter, cereal, rice
or pasta.
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Food Shelf: SWIFT COUNTY
FOOD SHELF
http://www.prairiefive.com/swift.htm
EAST HWY. 12
320-842-8565
BENSON MN 56215
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UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION SERVICE-NUTRITION
EDUCATION
PROGRAMS
www.extension.umn.edu/Nutrition
Contact: Angela Marohl, Nutrition Education Assistant
320-843-3796
SWIFT
COUNTY EXTENSION OFFICE 1-800-489-3796
COURTHOUSE-PO BOX 305
301 14TH STREET NORTH
BENSON MN 56215
The programs are designed to teach information and
skills people need to create a healthy diet for themselves and their families.
Provides lessons, displays, newsletters, handouts
and other activities designed for a variety of audiences - from parents and
kids, to seniors, pregnant teens, and immigrant populations. Nutrition Education
Programs take into account variables such as age, culture, reading ability,
physical or developmental limitations, and more.
Programs also in Big Stone, Chippewa, Lac qui Parle &
Yellow Medicine County
SOCIAL
SECURITY
ADMINISTRATION
1-800-772-1213
For information on
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) -
507-532-2850
www.socialsecurity.gov TTY: 507-532-2615
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WESTERN MINNESOTA LEGAL SERVICES 320-235-9600
302
SOUTHWEST
5TH
STREET
SUITE
202 PO
BOX 1866
1-888-360-3666
WILLMAR MN 56201-1866 TDD 320-235-9602
www.midmnlegal.org FAX 320-235-1030
Free civil legal services for eligible low income
persons,
the elderly and farmers
of
Big Stone, Chippewa, Kandiyohi, Lac qui Parle,
Lincoln, Lyon, Meeker, Renville, Swift, and Yellow
Medicine counties.
Provides information, referral, advice and
representation in areas such as:
Family Law: Divorces, Custody Issues/Visitation, Domestic Abuse
Housing Laws: Evictions, Poor Housing Conditions, Discrimination
MN Health Care: Information, Screening and Application Assistance
Public Benefits Law: Denial or termination of public benefits & utility
shut offs
Family Farm Law Project: Legal Advice on financial issues
Senior Law Project: Legal Advice for people age 60 and over
See
also Law Help MN
www.lawhelpmn.org
Find answers to
legal questions, legal aid offices and more.
Helping
Low-Income Minnesotans Solve Civil Legal Problems
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MINNESOTA STATE BAR ASSOCIATION 1-800-882-6722
ATTORNEY REFERRAL
SERVICE
www.mnbar.org
A referral service for locating attorneys.
COUNSELING / MENTAL
HEALTH
COUNSELING ASSOCIATES OF WEST CENTRAL MN 1-800-833-3096
640 ATLANTIC AVENUE 320-843-3454
BENSON MN
56215
www.scbh.org/services_frameset.htm
Individual, Group, Family & Couples Counseling; Anger
Management Assessments ; Rule 25 Chemical Use Assessments ; Rule 79 Mental
Health Evaluations ; Pediatric & Adolescent Neuropsychological Evaluations;
Psychological Testing: Personality, Academic, Intellectual & Achievement ;
Visitation/Exchange Center ; Psychiatric Services ; In-Home Family Therapy;
Pre-Marital Counseling ; Play Therapy: ages three and older
WILLMAR SHELTER HOUSE
www.willmarshelter.com
1-866-223-1111
320-842-3206
*24 Hour Crisis
Intervention *Emergency
Residential Shelter
*Information & Assistance (Security, Food, Clothing,
Personal Supplies, Furniture)
*Information & Assistance
(Legal-Orders of Protection, Harassment, Divorce, Child Custody,
Visitation Plans
*Support Groups
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WOODLAND CENTERS
www.woodlandcenters.com
320-843-2061
NORTH STAR
BUILDING
Voice/ TTY
1-800-992-1716
1209 PACIFIC AVENUE
BENSON
MN 56215 WOODLAND
CENTERS-WILLMAR OFFICE
320-235-4613
A nonprofit organization, focusing its efforts on
providing comprehensive mental health services to meet varied community needs.
Woodland serves the counties of Chippewa, Kandiyohi, Lac qui Parle, Meeker,
Renville, and Swift. Community mental health efforts take many forms including
helping battered women and children find safe shelter, assisting families who
face stressful issues, and providing treatment for those with severe mental
health issues. Woodland Centers’ services reach young and old, men and women,
and people from a variety of cultural backgrounds with a variety of issues.
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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS AND AL-ANON 1-800-862-1453
www.projectturnabout.com
E-mail:
info@projectturnabout.org
Alcoholics Anonymous: 205 16th Street North
Benson, MN 320-843-3207
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EDUCATION FOR ADULTS
ADULT BASIC EDUCATION & G.E.D. PREPARATION
(associated with Community Education) Contact:
Minnesota West Community and Technical College 1-800-657-3247
or contact Community Education
www.benson.k12.mn.us
Benson 320-843-4545
www.lqpv.org Lac qui Parle Valley
320-752-4200
FREE *** FREE *** WORK AT YOUR OWN PACE
ABE-Adult Basic Education ESL-English as a Second
Language
GED-General Education Diploma
*Improve your basic skills-reading, writing, spelling
and math
*Learn to speak English better
*Work on receiving a high school diploma
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SEE PRESCHOOL/CHILD CARE PROGRAMS OR SCHOOLS IN THIS
SECTION FOR EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHILDREN & ADOLESCENTS!
FAMILY / NETWORKING GROUPS
MINNESOTA
FARM ADVOCATES
Hotline:
1-800-967-AGRI
Ruth Karty (Clarkfield): 320-669-7135
Dave Hesse (Comfry ): 507-877-3012
Carol Kobberman (Hancock): 320-392-5536
www.mda.state.mn.us/about/farmadvocates.htm
Farm Advocates provide one-on-one assistance for
Minnesota farmers who face crisis caused by either a natural disaster or
financial problems. Farm Advocates understand the needs of our agricultural
families and communities. They are trained and experienced in agricultural
lending practices, mediation, lender negotiation, farm programs, crisis
counseling, disaster programs and to recognize the need for legal and/or social
services. The Farm Advocate Program has been supported by the Minnesota
Department of Agriculture since 1984. There is no charge or fee for Farm
Advocate assistance.
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CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Contact: Maggie Crosby 320-289-1177
Judy Crosby
320-752-4425
Meetings are first Tuesday of the month at
Trinity Lutheran Church-Appleton
320-289-1342
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Interagency Early Intervention Committee (IEIC)
For further information contact: Benson Jr. High 320-843-2710
www.benson.k12.mn.us
IEIC's provide early intervention services to children
0-21. The IEIC members are parents and professionals from the community. One of
the IEIC services is to know
what type of
services are available in their community for children with disabilities under
the age of five and their families. IEIC members may also know parents who share
your experiences and can link you to someone who knows what you are going
through. Family Support Groups also meet monthly for parents of children with
disabilities-for more information on upcoming activities of the Family Support
Group call
Southwest/West Central Service Cooperative at 320-269-9243
www.swsc.org
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PARENTS FOREVER 1-800-255-0736
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION SERVICE 320-269-6578
Chippewa County Courthouse
629 North 11th Street
Montevideo, MN 56265
www.parenting.umn.edu/programs/parentsForever/index.htm
Education For Families In Divorce Transition
Parents Forever offers education and resources for
married families going through divorce and never-been-married families going
through a separation. Divorce and separation often brings change to every aspect
of a family's life, both for the parents and the children involved.
Parents Forever provides parents with formal
training programs and easy-to-use materials that help them navigate the
emotional, financial, legal, and communication changes that accompany
divorce/separation so that they can effectively help their family transition.
Many of these materials have been culturally adapted for Spanish-speaking
families. The program also trains family professionals to be better equipped to
help during the transition.
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P.A.S.T (Parenting A Second Time) For Information call 1-800-443-4283
Prairie Five CAC 320-598-3118
*Provides information and support
services to grandparents and other
kinship care givers, who are raising their
children’s children.
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HEALTH CARE PROGRAMS
This section includes:
Clinics, Chiropractors, Dentists, Orthodontists,
Optometrists, Public Health Services
CLINICS & CHIROPRACTORS
AFFILIATED COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTER-BENSON 320-843-2030
1805 WISCONSIN AVENUE
BENSON MN 56215
www.acmc.com
Affiliated with ACMC in Willmar, MN 1-888-225-6580
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APPLETON MEDICAL CLINIC 320-289-1580
30
SOUTH BEHL STREET
www.appletonareahealth.com
APPLETON MN 56208
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BENSON CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC
128 WEST SORENSON AVENUE~Appleton,MN 320-289-1770
1408 ATLANTIC AVENUE~Benson, MN 320-843-4424
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O’LEARY CHIROPRACTIC 320-843-4477
1213 PACIFIC AVENUE
BENSON MN 56215
DENTISTS
APPLETON DENTAL CARE
320-289-2241
KEVIN L. SKJEI, D.D.S.
32 SOUTH BEHL STREET
APPLETON MN 56208-1616
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ANTHONY J. HILLEREN, DDS
219 14TH STREET SOUTH #2
BENSON MN 56215
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ERICKSON DENTAL CARE
320-843-4191
DEAN ERICKSON, D.D.S.
220 13TH STREET SOUTH BOX 40
BENSON MN 56215-1821
ORTHODONTISTS
For an orthodontist near Swift
County-See Table of Contents in front of directory
OPTOMETRISTS
BENSON AREA EYE CARE AND EYE WEAR 320-842-4081
211
11TH STREET NORTH Don Plackner,
O.D.
BENSON MN 56215
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BENSON FAMILY EYE CARE 320-842-4131
219 14th STREET SOUTH Todd Trudel, O.D.
BENSON MN 56215 Office also located at 870 Prentice Street-Granite Falls
320-564-4997
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CONROY EYE CLINIC 320-289-1810
229 NORTH MILES Christopher Conroy, O.D.
APPLETON MN 56208
PUBLIC HEALTH
COUNTRYSIDE PUBLIC HEALTH 320-843-4546
201 13TH STREET SOUTH
www.countrysidepublichealth.org
1-800-657-3291
PO BOX 265
WIC 1-800-244-6026
BENSON MN 56215
Countryside Public Health provides services to
individuals, families and communities to prevent disease and disability and
promote and protect the health of the residents of Big Stone, Chippewa, Lac qui
Parle, Swift and Yellow Medicine Counties.
Our focus is to promote healthy families and communities; support disabled and
elderly persons to live independently; and respond to emerging diseases and
health threats.
JOB RELATED SERVICES (
including disabilities)
WEST CENTRAL INDUSTRIES-WILLMAR 320-235-5310
1300 22nd STREET SOUTHWEST BOX 813 MN TTY 1-800-627-3529
WILLMAR MN
56201-0813
www.westcentralindustries.com
Offices also located in Hutchinson: 900 Hwy. 15 South 320-234-7515
Provides employment opportunities for individuals
with disabilities, through rehabilitation and training.
Serves the counties of Big Stone, Chippewa,
Kandiyohi, Lac qui Parle,
McCleod, Meeker, Renville, Swift and Yellow Medicine.
PRESCHOOL/CHILD CARE PROGRAMS
PRAIRIE FIVE COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCIL-HEAD START 320-598-3118
422 5TH AVENUE # 307 PO BOX 166 1-800-443-4283
MADISON MN 56256
www.prairiefive.com/headstartwebsite/headstartindex.htm
Head Start collaborates with Lqp Valley School
District.
to serve all preschool children in the community.
Those not eligible under Head Start guidelines pay a monthly fee to the
District.
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PRAIRIE
FIVE
COMMUNITY
ACTION
COUNCIL
1-800-292-KIDS
(5437)
7TH STREET AND WASHINGTON AVENUE PO BOX 159 320-269-8727
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
www.midwestchildcare.com
Child Care Resource & Referral is a community based
organization, delivering person-to person services that include comprehensive
information, child care referrals, and training growth, as well as supporting
parents in their search for quality care by developing resources that are
responsive to our community needs. Our primary goal is to ensure that all
children have access to quality, nurturing environments. Equipment and
book/video lending library is available to all providers. There are also a
number of grants available for providers interested in starting a licensed child
care program.
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APPLETON ELEMENTARY
320-289-1114
349 SOUTH EDQUIST STREET
www.lqpv.org
APPLETON MN 56208
Head Start collaborates with Lqp Valley School
District
to serve all preschool children in the community.
Those not eligible under Head Start guidelines pay a monthly fee to the
District.
*Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)
ECFE is a voluntary, public school program that
offers information and support to all Minnesota parents and their parents and
their infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Parents meet with and learn from
other parents and a licensed parent educator. Parents and babies often stay
together throughout the class time, or the babies are nearby, playing and
learning with other children and early childhood educators. Classes and special
events for families meet mornings, afternoons and evenings on weekdays and
weekends in a variety of locations. All program offerings are reasonably priced
or free.
*Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)
Eligible children are those who are determined to have
a disability following testing, conducted by the school system. Any guardian of
a child from birth through age six may request an evaluation. The types
of services which are needed by a child and the location where the services will
be delivered are determined on a child by child basis
Special Education Service Cooperative is:
MONTEVIDEO SW & WC SERVICE COOPERATIVE 320-269-9243
306 NORTH FIRST STREET BOX 232
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
www.swsc.org
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BENSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
320-843-2710
1800 WEST NEVADA AVENUE
www.benson.k12.mn.us
BENSON MN 56215
*Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)
ECFE is a voluntary, public school program that offers
information and support to all Minnesota parents and their parents and their
infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Parents meet with and learn from other
parents and a licensed parent educator. Parents and babies often stay together
throughout the class time, or the babies are nearby, playing and learning with
other children and early childhood educators. Classes and special events for
families meet mornings, afternoons and evenings on weekdays and weekends in a
variety of locations. All program offerings are reasonably priced or free.
*Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)
Eligible children are those who are determined to have
a disability following testing, conducted by the school system. Any guardian of
a child from birth through age six may request an evaluation. The types of
services which are needed by a child and the location where the services will be
delivered are determined on a child by child basis.
Special Education Service Cooperative is:
MONTEVIDEO SW & WC SERVICE COOPERATIVE
306 NORTH FIRST STREET BOX 232
320-269-9243
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
www.swsc.org
*Learning Readiness
Children come independently of their parents. Aims of
the preschool are: Socialization, developing an interest and joy in learning,
making a successful transition between home to school, developing self
expressions, self control, creativity and responsibility, following directions,
being a good listener and communicator.
Contact the school for further information
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KERKHOVEN JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL
www.kms.k12.mn.us
320-264-1412
302 NORTH 15TH STREET KMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: 320-875-2441
KERKHOVEN MN 56252-9305 408
Hollis Street, Murdock, MN 56271
*Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)
ECFE is a voluntary, public school program that offers
information and support to all Minnesota parents and their parents and their
infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Parents meet with and learn from other
parents and a licensed parent educator. Parents and babies often stay together
throughout the class time, or the babies are nearby, playing and learning with
other children and early childhood educators. Classes and special events for
families meet mornings, afternoons and evenings on weekdays and weekends in a
variety of locations. All program offerings are reasonably priced or free.
*Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)
Eligible children are those who are determined to have
a disability following testing, conducted by the school system. Any guardian of
a child from birth through age six may request an evaluation. The types of
services which are needed by a child and the location where the services will be
delivered are determined on a child by child basis.
Special Education Service Cooperative is:
MONTEVIDEO
SW /WC
SERVICE
COOPERATIVE
320-269-9243
306
NORTH
FIRST
STREET
BOX 232
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
www.swsc.org
*Learning Readiness
Children come independently of their parents. Aims of
the preschool are: Socialization, developing an interest and joy in learning,
making a successful transition between home to school, developing self
expressions, self control, creativity and responsibility,
following directions,
being a good listener and communicator.
Contact the school for further information
SCHOOLS
APPLETON ELEMENTARY 320-289-1114
349
SOUTH EDQUIST STREET
www.lqpv.org
APPLETON MN 56208
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BENSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS
www.bensonmn.org 320-843-2515
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BENSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS and NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY 320-843-2710
1400 MONTANA AVENUE 1800 WEST NEVADA AVENUE
BENSON MN 56215
www.benson.k12.mn.us
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KMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 320-875-2441
408
HOLLIS
STREET
www.kms.k12.mn.us
MURDOCK MN 56271
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KMS JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL 320-264-1412
302 NORTH 15TH STREET
www.kms.k12.mn.us
KERKHOVEN MN 56252-9305
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LAC QUI PARLE VALLEY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
NUMBER 285
2860 291ST AVENUE
www.lqpv.org
MADISON MN 56256-3230 320-752-4200
Toll Free Appleton/ Milan 734-4825
Toll Free from Madison 698-3738
YELLOW MEDICINE
COUNTY
**FOR ALL PRAIRIE FIVE CAC
SERVICES, PLEASE SEE***
www.prairiefive.com
COMMUNITY SERVICE AGENCIES
YELLOW MEDICINE COUNTY FAMILY SERVICE CENTER 320-564-2211
COURTHOUSE 930 4th STREET SUITE 4 EMERGENCY/CRISIS 911
GRANITE FALLS MN 56241-1367
www.yellowmedicine.govoffice.com
OR UPPER SIOUX COMMUNITY SOCIAL SERVICES 320-564-2360
PO BOX
147 5744 Hwy 67
www.uppersiouxcommunity-nsn.gov
GRANITE FALLS MN 56241
OR YELLOW MEDICINE COUNTY FAMILY SERVICE CENTER 507-223-5078
YELLOW MEDICINE
COUNTY
FAIRGROUNDS
CANBY MN 56220
www.yellowmedicine.govoffice.com
Social Services:
∙Children's
Services ∙Disabilities
∙Chemical
Dependency ∙Mental Health
∙Adult
Services ∙Child Care
Financial Services:
∙Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP)
*Medical Assistance (MA)
∙General Assistance Medical Care
(GAMC)
∙Food
Support Programs
∙Minnesota Supplemental Aid
(MSA)
*General Assistance (GA)
CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT DIVISION State Info: 1-800-657-3954
CONTACT YOUR COUNTY FAMILY SERVICE CENTER
507-223-5078
320-564-2211
∙
locate
parents ∙establish parentage
∙establish & enforce court orders for child support,
medical support, child care support
∙collect and process payments
∙review and modify court orders for support
∙adjust court orders based on the cost-of-living index
∙work with other states to enforce support when one
parent does not live in Minnesota
UNIVERSITY OF
MINNESOTA EXTENSION SERVICE-NUTRITION EDUCATION PROGRAMS
www.extension.umn.edu/Nutrition
Contact: Virginia Wilson, Nutrition Education
Assistant 320-669-4471
YELLOW MEDICINE COUNTY EXTENSION OFFICE
1-800-467-4477
1004 10TH AVENUE PO BOX 128
CLARKFIELD MN 56223
The programs are designed to teach information and
skills people need to create a healthy diet for themselves and their families.
Provides lessons, displays, newsletters, handouts
and other activities designed for a variety of audiences - from parents and
kids, to seniors, pregnant teens, and immigrant populations. Nutrition Education
Programs take into account variables such as age, culture, reading ability,
physical or developmental limitations, and more.
Programs also in Big Stone, Chippewa, Lac qui Parle,
& Swift County
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SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION 1-800-772-1213
For information on Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- See Table of Contents 507-532-2850
www.socialsecurity.gov TTY: 507-532-2615
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WESTERN MINNESOTA LEGAL SERVICES 320-235-9600
302
SOUTHWEST
5TH
STREET
SUITE
202 PO
BOX 1866
1-888-360-3666
WILLMAR MN 56201-1866 TDD 320-235-9602
www.midmnlegal.org
Free civil legal services for eligible low income
persons,
the elderly and farmers of Big Stone, Chippewa,
Kandiyohi, Lac qui Parle,
Lincoln, Lyon, Meeker, Renville, Swift, and Yellow
Medicine counties.
Provides information, referral, advice and
representation in areas such as:
∙Citizenship/Immigration
*Family Law: Divorce, Custody Issues/Visitation,
Domestic Abuse
*Housing Laws: Evictions, Poor Housing Conditions,
Discrimination
*MN Health Care: Information, Screening and
Application Assistance
*Public Benefits Law: Denial/termination of public
benefits & utility shut offs
*Family Farm Law Project: Legal Advice on financial
issues
*Senior Law Project: Legal Advice for people age 60
and over
See also LawHelpMN.org
www.lawhelpmn.org
Find answers to legal questions, legal aid offices
and more.
Helping Low-Income Minnesotans Solve Civil Legal
Problems
MINNESOTA STATE BAR ASSOCIATION 1-800-882-6722
ATTORNEY
REFERRAL SERVICE
www.mnbar.org
A referral service for locating attorneys.
COUNSELING / MENTAL HEALTH
LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES
1-888-881-8261
333 LITCHFIELD AVENUE SOUTHWEST
www.lssmn.org
320-235-5411
WILLMAR MN 56201 Or email
counseling@lssmn.org
LSS is the largest, statewide non-profit social
service agency in Minnesota Services are divided into four divisions:
*Services for Children and Youth
*Services for Families and Adults
*Services for Seniors
*Services for People with Disabilities
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290 9TH AVENUE
GRANITE FALLS, MN 56241
Committed to helping people with mental
health, emotional and personal concerns that affect daily living.
Flexible scheduling available. Many Insurance Companies provide coverage
for mental health services. Reasonable Rates!
*Individual Counseling
*Play Therapy
*Consultations
*Supervision
*Family &
Marital Counseling *Recovery Work
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TURNABOUT
1-800-862-1453
660 18TH STREET PO BOX 116
www.ProjectTurnabout.com 320-564-4911
GRANITE FALLS MN 56241
Satellite Office: 1220 Birch Street Marshall, MN 507-532-3008
Residential Treatment Programs
Project Turnabout's services include
Inpatient and Outpatient treatment programming, Extended Care Services,
Relapse Prevention/Treatment, and Family Therapy.
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320-269-3095
629 NORTH 11TH STREET
Crisis Services 1-800-939-0329
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
www.maxminn.com/pmarcy
The Tri-County Victim/Witness program provides
service to primary victims (persons to whom the crime was directed) and
secondary victims
(persons who have incurred loss, trauma, or harm
because of someone else's victimization from a crime.)
Serving victims and witnesses in Chippewa, Lac
qui Parle, & Yellow Medicine County.
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RR 2 PO BOX 147 5744 Hwy 67
GRANITE FALLS MN 56241
www.uppersiouxcommunity-nsn.gov
mailto:www.uppersiouxcommunity@-nsn.gov
Provides: *ICWA (Indian Child Welfare), Court Advocacy
Sexual Assault or Abuse, Domestic Violence.
*Youth Activities, Daycare services
*Health Services
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1212
EAST
COLLEGE
DRIVE PO
BOX 450
1-800-658-2429
MARSHALL MN 56258-0450
www.whdcinc.com
TTY
1-800-787-3224
CANBY HOSPITAL~ 112 SAINT OLAF AVE SOUTH
507-223-7277ext. 228
GRANITE FALLS ~ 818 PRENTICE STREET
320-564-2238
Offices also located in Redwood Falls,
Slayton and Ivanhoe
Serving Lincoln, Lyon, Murray, Redwood & Yellow
Medicine Counties
*Assessment
*Consultation
*Crisis Intervention
*Community Support Program for Serious & Persistent
Mental Illness
*Individual, group, and family therapy and
consultation
*Adolescent Counseling *Divorce
Counseling
*Marriage Counseling *Sexual
Assault Counseling
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320-564-2524
650 PRENTICE STREET
PO BOX 87 http://www.letswrap.com/ 320-564-2422
GRANITE FALLS MN 56241
24 Hr. Crisis Hotline 1-800-295-2422
Providing services to battered women and their
children
All services FREE and CONFIDENTIAL
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Continued
WOMEN"S RURAL ADVOCACY PROGRAM
(Continued)
∙Legal Advocacy
∙Emergency Shelter ∙Support Groups
∙Emergency
Transportation ∙Community Education
∙Listening
and Support ∙Systems Coordination ●
Referral
∙Information (about their situation, their options,
and their rights)
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PATHWAYS OF WEST CENTRAL MN
320-564-4894
681
PRENTICE
STREET
24
Hour
Crisis
Line
1-888-564-4894
GRANITE FALLS MN 56241
A resource for
victims of sexual assault/abuse. Provides: crisis intervention, medical/legal
advocacy, educational presentations, support groups and a resource library.
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ANONYMOUS
AND
AL-ANON
1-800-862-1453
www.projectturnabout.com
320-564-4911
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EDUCATION FOR ADULTS
ADULT BASIC EDUCATION & G.E.D. PREPARATION
(associated with Community Education)
Contact: Minnesota West
Community and Technical College
www.mnwest.edu
1-800-657-3247
OR contact Community Education Granite Falls
www.isd2190.org
320-564-4081
Canby
www.canbymn.org
507-223-2001
FREE *** FREE *** WORK AT YOUR OWN PACE
ABE ~ Adult Basic Education ESL ~ English As A
Second Language
GED ~
General
Education
Diploma
*Improve basic skills ~ reading, writing, spelling,
and math
*Learn to speak English better *Work on receiving a
high school diploma
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SECTION
FOR EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHILDREN AND
ADOLESCENTS
FAMILY / NETWORKING GROUPS
MINNESOTA FARM ADVOCATES
(Farm Advocates) Hotline: 1-800-967-AGRI 691 8th STREET Ruth Ann
Karty (Clarkfield): 320-669-7135
GRANITE FALLS MN 56241 Dave Hesse (Comfry): 507-877-3012
Carol Kobberman (Hancock) 320-392-5536
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www.mda.state.mn.us/about/farmadvocates.htm
Farm Advocates provide one-on-one assistance for
Minnesota farmers who face crisis caused by either a natural disaster or
financial problems. Farm Advocates understand the needs of our agricultural
families and communities. They are trained and experienced in agricultural
lending practices, mediation, lender negotiation, farm programs, crisis
counseling, disaster programs and to recognize the need for legal and/ or social
services. The Farm Advocate Program has been supported by the Minnesota
Department of Agriculture since 1984 . There is no charge or fee Farm Advocate
Assistance.
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Interagency Early Intervention Committee (IEIC)
For further information contact:
Yellow Medicine County-East
www.isd2190.org
(Clarkfield, Granite Falls, and Hanley Falls) 320-564-4081
www.canbymn.org
Canby 507-223-2001
IEIC's provide early intervention services to
children 0-21. The IEIC members are parents and professionals from the
community. One of the IEIC services is to know what type of services are
available in their community for children with disabilities under the age of
five and their families. IEIC members may also know parents who share your
experiences and can link you to someone who knows what you are going through.
Family Support Groups for parents of children with
disabilities
Southwest/West
Central Service
Cooperative at
320-269-9243
www.swsc.org
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PARENTS FOREVER 1-800-255-0736
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION SERVICE 320-269-6578
Chippewa County Courthouse
www.parenting.umn.edu/programs/parentsForever/index.htm
629 North 11th Street
Montevideo, MN 56265 Education For Families In Divorce
Transition
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PARENTS FOREVER (Continued)
Parents Forever™ offers education and resources for
married families going through divorce and never-been-married families going
through a separation. Divorce and separation often brings change to every aspect
of a family’s life, both for the parents and the children involved.
Parents Forever™ provides parents with formal
training programs and easy-to-use materials that help them navigate the
emotional, financial, legal, and communication changes that accompany
divorce/separation so that they can effectively help their family transition.
Many of these materials have been culturally adapted for Spanish-speaking
families. The program also trains family professionals to be better equipped to
help during the transition.
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P.A.S.T (Parenting A Second Time)
For Information call 1-800-443-4283
Prairie Five CAC
320-598-3118
*Provides information and support services
to grandparents and
other kinship care givers, who are raising their
children’s children.
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HEALTH CARE PROGRAMS
This section includes:
Clinics, Chiropractors, Dentists, Orthodontists,
Optometrists, Public Health Services
CLINICS AND CHIROPRACTORS
CANBY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER 507-223-5304
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09 SAINT OLAF AVENUE SOUTH
CANBY MN 56220
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163 8TH AVENUE
GRANITE FALLS MN 56241
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KADDATZ CHIROPRACTIC CENTER 507-223-7366
106 8th STREET WEST
CANBY MN 56220
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LAVIN FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER 320-564-1870
665 HIGHWAY 212 WEST #1
GRANITE FALLS MN 56241
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www.migranthealthservice.org 218-236-6502
Serving the needs of migrant/seasonal farm workers
and their families
Migrant Health Services, Inc., Townsite Center, 810
4th Avenue South, Moorhead, MN 56560
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AFFILIATED COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTER-GRANITE FALLS 320-564-2511
295 10TH AVENUE
GRANITE FALLS MN 56241
www.acmc.com
Specialty Clinics Available 1-888-225-6580
Affiliated with Affiliated Community Medical Center-Willmar 320-231-5000
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CLARKFIELD MEDICAL CLINIC 320-669-4417
812 10TH AVENUE
No Answer call: 320-269-6435
CLARKFIELD MN
56223
www.montevideomedical.com
Affiliated with Montevideo Clinic, P.A.
Satellite Offices located in Clara City and Milan
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507-223-7277
112 STREET OLAF AVENUE SOUTH
www.siouxvalleycanbycampus.org
1-800-445-5788
CANBY MN 56220
Multilingual Physicians: including Spanish
Satellite Office located in
Minneota, MN
DENTISTS
RICHARD W. ANDERSON, D.D.S., F.A.G.D. 320-564-4281
1265 6TH STREET
GRANITE FALLS MN 56241
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JUDD S. COPELAND, D.D.S. 320-564-3711
875 PRENTICE STREET
Satellite Office located in Cottonwood 507-423-5411
GRANITE FALLS MN 56241
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703 PRENTICE STREET
GRANITE FALLS MN 56241
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S.A.PATEL, D.D.S. 320-669-7564
1025
10TH AVENUE PO BOX 676
CLARKFIELD MN 56223-0676
Satellite Office: 231 MAIN
STREET, PO BOX 317- COTTONWOOD MN 56229
General Dentistry and Orthodontists 507-423-5411
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ZIAD BTEDDINI, DDS
112 SAINT OLAF AVENUE
SOUTH
www.siouxvalleycanbycampus.org/services
CANBY MN 56220
ORTHODDONTIST
S.A.PATEL, D.D.S. 320-669-7564
1025 10TH AVENUE
PO BOX 676
CLARKFIELD MN 56223-0676
Satellite Office: 231 MAIN
STREET, PO BOX 317- COTTONWOOD MN 56229 General Dentistry and Orthodontist
507-423-5411
OPTOMETRISTS
GRANITE FAMILY EYECARE 320-564-4997
DR. TODD TRUDEL, OPTOMETRIST
870 PRENTICE STREET PO BOX 127
GRANITE FALLS MN 56241
Satellite Office located at 219 14TH
STREET SOUTH
BENSON, MN 56215 320-842-4131
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J.D. AND RENAE RIES, O.D.
107 EAST 1ST STREET
CANBY MN 56220
Satellite Offices: Dawson at 878 6TH STREET
320-769-2977
Marshall at 202 O’CONNELL STREET
507-532-5777
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HEALTH SERVICES
COUNTRYSIDE PUBLIC HEALTH
www.countrysidepublichealth.org 320-564-3010
415 9TH AVENUE 1-800-407-3628
GRANITE FALLS MN 56241 WIC 1-800-244-6026
Main Office (Benson) 1-800-657-3291
Countryside Public Health provides services to individuals, families, and
communities to prevent disease and disability
and promote and protect the health
of the residents of Big Stone, Chippewa, Lac qui Parle, Swift and Yellow
Medicine Counties.
Our focus is to promote healthy families and
communities; support disabled and elderly persons to live independently; and
respond to emerging diseases and health threats.
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JOB RELATED SERVICES (including
disabilites)
WEST CENTRAL INDUSTRIES-WILLMAR 320-235-5310
1300 22nd STREET SOUTHWEST BOX 813
MN TTY 1-800-627-3529
WILLMAR MN
56201-0813
www.westcentralindustries.com
Offices also located in Hutchinson: 900 Hwy. 15 South 320-234-7515
Provides employment opportunities for individuals
with disabilities, through rehabilitation and training.
Serves the counties of Big Stone, Chippewa,
Kandiyohi, Lac qui Parle, McCleod, Meeker, Renville, Swift and Yellow Medicine.
PRESCHOOL / CHILD CARE PROGRAMS
PRAIRIE FIVE COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCIL-HEAD START 320-598-3118
422 5TH AVENUE #
307 PO BOX 166
1-800-443-4283
MADISON MN
56256
www.prairiefive.com/headstartwebsite/headstartindex.htm
http://www.prairiefive.com
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his family and child
development program serves low-income families and children with disabilities
with family assessment, goal setting, medical, dental, mental health, and
nutrition services. The classrooms are located in the school and operate the
same hours as the school. Children attend 2 to 4 days a week depending on age of
the child and school schedule.
CHILD CARE RESOURCE AND
REFERRAL 320-269-8727
PRAIRIE
FIVE
COMMUNITY
ACTION
COUNCIL
1-800-292-KIDS(5437)
7TH STREET AND WASHINGTON AVENUE
PO BOX 159
www.midwestchildcare.com
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
Child Care Resource & Referral is a community based
organization, delivering person-to person services that include comprehensive
information, child care referrals, and training growth, as well as supporting
parents in their search for quality care by developing resources that are
responsive to our community needs. Our primary goal is to ensure that all
children have access to quality, nurturing environments. Equipment and
book/video lending library is available to all providers. There are also a
number of grants available for providers interested in starting a licensed child
care program.
CANBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
www.canbymn.org
507-223-2003
601 WEST 4TH STREET HEAD START ROOM 507-223-2006
CANBY MN 56220
*Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)
ECFE is a voluntary, public school program that
offers information and support to all Minnesota parents and their parents and
their infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Parents meet with and learn from
other parents and a licensed parent educator. Parents and babies often stay
together throughout the class time, or the babies are nearby, playing and
learning with other children and early childhood educators. Classes and special
events for families meet mornings, afternoons and evenings on weekdays and
weekends in a variety of locations. All program offerings are reasonably priced
or free.
*Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)
Eligible children are those who are determined to
have a disability following testing, conducted by the school system. Any
guardian of a child from birth through age six may request an evaluation. The
types of services which are needed by a child and the location where the
services will be delivered are determined on a child by child basis.
Contact
the
school
for more
information:
507-223-2003
Special Education Service Cooperative is:
MONTEVIDEO SW & WC SERVICE COOPERATIVE
306
North
First
Street
www.swsc.org
320-269-9243
MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
*Little Lancers
Little Lancers is a preschool program for children
who are at least 3 1/2 years of age and their parents.
Children Only: This program includes 2 sessions per
week for 31 weeks (September-May).
Parent/Child Time: Parents may choose to attend the
first 8-week sessions for 4&5 year olds starting in November or they may choose
to attend the second 8-week session that starts in January.
Little Lancers Plus
Offering children an additional day and will
emphasize the readiness skills necessary for students entering kindergarten.
Contact the school for dates.
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YELLOW MEDICINE EAST SCHOOLS
320-564-4081
DISTRICT NUMBER 2190
www.isd2190.orghttp://www.isd2190.com
BERT RANEY ELEMENTARY
555 7TH AVENUE
GRANITE FALLS MN 56241
*Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)
ECFE is a voluntary, public school program that
offers information and support to all Minnesota parents and their parents and
their infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Parents meet with and learn from
other parents and a licensed parent educator. Parents and babies often stay together throughout the class time, or
the babies are nearby, playing and learning with other children and early
childhood educators. Classes and special events for families meet mornings,
afternoons and evenings on weekdays and weekends in a variety of locations. All
program offerings are reasonably priced or free.
*Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)
Eligible children are those who are determined to
have a disability following testing, conducted by the school system. Any
guardian of a child from birth through age six may request an evaluation. The
types of services which are needed by a child and the location where the
services will be delivered are determined on a child by child basis.
Contact the school for further information:
320-564-4081
Special Education Service Cooperative is:
MINNESOTA VALLEY EDUCATION COOPERATIVE
GRANITE FALLS
SCHOOL MN 56241
320-564-4081
*Learning Readiness
Children come
independently of their parents. Aims of the
preschool are: Socialization, developing an
interest and joy in learning, making a
successful transition between home to school,
developing self expressions, self control,
creativity and responsibility, following
directions, being a good listener and
communicator. Contact the school for further
information
*After School Program
Contact the school for further information 320-564-4081
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LAKEVIEW-ECHO MIDDLE SCHOOL
www.lakeview2167.comhttp://www.lakevew2167.com http://www./lakeview2167.com
507-423-5164
BOX 107 875 BARSTAD ROAD NORTH HEAD START ROOM 507-423-1443
COTTONWOOD MN 56229
*Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)
ECFE is a voluntary, public school program that
offers information and support to all Minnesota parents and their parents and
their infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Parents meet with and learn from
other parents and a licensed parent educator. Parents and babies often stay
together throughout the class time, or the babies are nearby, playing and
learning with other children and early childhood educators. Classes and special
events for families meet mornings, afternoons and evenings on weekdays and
weekends in a variety of locations. All program offerings are reasonably priced
or free.
*Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)
Eligible children are those who are determined to
have a disability following testing, conducted by the school system. Any
guardian of a child from birth through age six may request an evaluation. The
types of services which are needed by a child and the location where the
services will be delivered are determined on a child by child basis.
Contact the school for further information
507-423-5164
Special Education Service
Cooperative is:
MINNESOTA VALLEY EDUCATION COOPERATIVE
GRANITE FALLS SCHOOL MN 56241 320-564-4081
*Learning Readiness
Children come independently of their parents. Aims
of the preschool are: Socialization,
developing an interest and joy in learning, making
a successful transition between home
to school, developing self expressions, self
control, creativity and responsibility, following
directions, being a good listener and communicator. Contact the school for info:
507-423-5164
SCHOOLS
CANBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 507-223-2003
601 WEST 4TH STREET
www.canbymn.org
CANBY MN 56220 HEAD START ROOM 507-223-2006
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CANBY HIGH SCHOOL 507-223-2002
106 NORTH RING AVENUE
www.canbymn.org
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CLARKFIELD CHARTER SCHOOL 320-669-1995
301 13TH
STREET
www.clarkfieldareacharter.com
CLARKFIELD MN 56223
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ECHO CHARTER SCHOOL 507-925-4143
101 ROCKET AVENUE BOX 158
www.echocharter.com
ECHO MN 56237
LAKEVIEW-ECHO MIDDLE SCHOOL
www.lakeview2167.com 507-423-5164
BOX 107 875 BARSTAD ROAD NORTH
COTTONWOOD MN 56229 HEAD START ROOM 507-423-1443
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ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL 507-223-7729
410 NORTH RING AVENUE
CANBY MN 56220
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320-564-4081
BERT RANEY ELEMENTARY
555 7TH AVENUE
www.isd2190.orghttp://www.isd2190.com
GRANITE FALLS MN 56241
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YELLOW MEDICINE EAST SCHOOLS DISTRICT NUMBER 2190
320-564-4081
HIGH SCHOOL
450 9TH
AVENUE
www.isd2190.org
GRANITE FALLS MN 56241
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MINNESOTA WEST TECHNICAL COLLEGE-GRANITE FALLS CAMPUS
1593 11TH AVENUE 320-564-4511
GRANITE FALLS MN 56241
www.mnwest.edu 1-800-657-3247
Also located at 1011 1st STREET WEST~Canby MN 507-223-7252
1-800-658-2535
Locations also in Jackson, Pipestone and
Worthington
SERVICES PROVIDED BY OTHER COUNTIES
COUNSELING / MENTAL HEALTH
SERVICES
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 320-235-3413
1805 HIGHWAY 12 EAST
www.alcoholics-anonymous.org
WILLMAR MN 56201
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CROSSROADS COUNSELING CENTERS 320-214-8558
214 4TH STREET SOUTHWEST
WILLMAR, MN 56201
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GREATER MN FAMILY SERVICES 320-214-9692
513 5TH STREET SOUTHWEST
www.greaterminnesota.org Shelter Care320-235-3664
WILLMAR MN 56201
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HUMAN SERVICE AGENCY 605-432-4930
1303 EAST 4TH
AVENUE
www.humanserviceagency.orghttp://www.humanserviceagency.org
MILBANK SD 57252
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KNUTSON COUNSELING & SEMINARS 320-222-1943
222 4TH STREET SOUTHWEST
WILLMAR MN 56201
LIFE SEASONS PROFESSIONAL COUNSELING 320-235-4900
1804 TROTT AVENUE SOUTHWEST
WILLMAR MN 56201
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LIGHTHOUSE COUNSELING 320-214-1201
316
BECKER AVENUE SOUTHWEST #312
www.lighthousecounseling.com
WILLMAR MN 56201
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LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICE OF MINNESOTA
www.lssmn.org
http://www.greaterminnesota.org3
320-235-5411
333 LITCHFIELD AVENUE SOUTHWEST 1-888-577-2227
WILLMAR MN 56201
www.lssmn.org/debt
Financial Counseling 320-235-7916
In-Person Counseling 1-888-577-2227
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MORROW COUNSELING & CONSULTING 320-235-9599
2015 1ST STREET SOUTH #132
WILLMAR MN 56201
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NEW HORIZONS CRISIS CENTER 507-532-5764
109
SOUTH 5TH
STREET
Suite 40
MARSHALL MN 56258
www.newhorizonscrisiscenter.org
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PRAIRIE COUNSELING CENTER 320-589-2222
200 WEST HIGHWAY 28
MORRIS MN 56267
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PROJECT TURNABOUT 1-800-862-1453
1220 BIRCH STREET
www.projectturnabout.com 507-532-3008
MARSHALL
MN 56258
Services designed to help alcohol/drug dependent
people, compulsive gamblers, and perpetrators of domestic abuse or community
violence.
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301 BECKER AVENUE SOUTHWEST 1-800-642-6839
WILLMAR MN 56201
www.ricehospital.com/services/riceinstitute.htm
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STEVENS COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTER-LIFE CENTER/NEW
BEGINNINGS
400 EAST 1ST STREET PO BOX 660 1-800-993-7262
MORRIS MN 56267
www.scmcmorris.com 320-589-7625
Offices also located at the Wheaton Community
Hospital
and the Ortonville Hospital (See Big Stone County
COUNSELING / MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES)
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www.someplacesafe.infohttp://www.someplacesafe.org
COUNCIL ON DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SHELTER/SAFE HOUSING
(Toll free/Voice/TDD) 1-866-223-1111
10 EAST 6TH STREET CRISIS HOTLINE (Toll free/Voice/TDD) 1-800-974-3359
MORRIS MN 56267
Also
located
at 47 NW
2ND
STREET~ORTONVILLE
MN
320-839-2331
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WESTERN MENTAL HEALTH CENTER INC.
www.whdcinc.comhttp://www.whdinc.com
507-532-3607
1212 EAST COLLEGE DRIVE PO BOX 450 1-800-658-2429
MARSHALL MN 56258-0450
Office also located at: 818 Prentice Street
GRANITE
FALLS MN
56241
320-564-2238
Serving Lincoln, Lyon, Murray, Redwood & Yellow
Medicine Counties
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WOODLAND CENTERS
www.woodlandcenters.com_ãñ 320-235-4613
WILLMAR
AVENUE &
SOUTHEAST
6TH
STREET
Voice/
TDD
1-800-992-1716
WILLMAR MN 56201
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MISCELLANEOUS
COVERING ALL FAMILIES WEB TOOL:
www.coveringallfamilies.org
Services: This tool allows families to
determine their eligibility for a wide range of services.
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PREVENT CHILD ABUSE MINNESOTA 1-800-CHILDREN
1821 UNIVERSITY AVENUE SUITE 202S
www.familysupport.org 1-800-621-6322
ST PAUL MN 55104
Prevent Child Abuse Minnesota is
the Minnesota Chapter of Prevent Child Abuse
America. Our mission is to prevent child abuse and
neglect by promoting positive
parenting, healthy families, and homes where
children are valued and loved.
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GOVERNMENT
BENEFITS:
www.govbenefits.gov
Services: Website offers free, confidential help
to individuals to find
the government benefits they may be eligible to
receive.
PREGNANCY CENTERS
BIRTHRIGHT OF MARSHALL
www.birthright.com
507-532-3660
348 WEST MAIN STREET
MARSHALL MN 56258
*Emergency Pregnancy Services *Free Pregnancy Tests
*CONFIDENTIAL
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HOPE PREGNANCY CENTER
www.hopepregnancy.com 320-235-7619
325 4TH STREET SOUTHWEST PO BOX 334 1-888-235-7619
WILLMAR MN 56201
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2320 EAST HIGHWAY 12 SUITE 6
www.ppmsd.org 1-800-230-PLAN
WILLMAR MN 56201
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MORRIS LIFE CARE PREGNANCY CENTER 320-589-0300
10 EAST 6tH STREET 1-800-285-0712
MORRIS MN 56267
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HEALTH CARE PROGRAMS
This section includes:
Clinics, Chiropractors, Dentists, Orthodontists,
Optometrists, Public Health Services
CLINICS AND CHIROPRACTORS
AFFILIATED COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTER(ACMC) 320-231-5000
101 WILLMAR AVENUE SOUTHWEST 1-888-225-6580
WILLMAR MN 56201-3591
www.acmc.com TDD 320-231-5022
Urgent Care 320-231-6313
*Several Specialty Clinics Available
Offices also located: Atwater, Benson, Granite
Falls, Hancock,
Litchfield, Marshall, New London/Spicer, Redwood
Fall.
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COTEAU DES PRAIRIES CLINIC 605-698-7681
205 ORCHARD
DRIVE
www.cdphospital.com
SISSETON SD
57262-2399
Browns Valley
Clinic
320-695-2105
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FAMILY PRACTICE MEDICAL CENTER APPOINTMENTS 320-231-8888
LAKELAND HEALTH CENTER 320-235-7232
502 2ND STREET SOUTHWEST
WILLMAR MN 56201
www.fpmc-willmar.com
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HENDRICKS CLINIC P.A. 507-275-3121
501 EAST LINCOLN STREET PO BOX 26
www.hendrickshosp.orghttp://www.henrickshosp.orghttp://www.henrickshospital.comhttp://www.henreickshospital.com
HENDRICKS MN 56136
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MANKATO CLINIC LTD
www.mankato-clinic.com 507-625-1811
1230 EAST MAIN STREET #A PO BOX 8674 1-800-657-6944
MANKATO MN 56002-8674
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MILBANK MEDICAL CENTER AVERA HEALTH CLINIC 605-432-4587
PO BOX 69 803 EAST MILBANK AVENUE
www.milbankdocs.org
MILBANK SD
57252-0069
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RC HOSPITAL AND CLINIC 320-523-1460
611 EAST FAIRVIEW
www.rchospital.com
OLIVIA MN 56277
Offices also located in Hector and Renville
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STEVENS COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTER APPTS: 320-589-7600
400 EAST 1ST STREET PO BOX 660
www.scmcmorris.com 320-589-1313
MORRIS MN 56267
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WHEATON COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTER 320-563-8971
401 12TH STREET NORTH
www.wheatonhealthcare.org 1-888-WTN-CARE
WHEATON MN 56296-1090
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STARBUCK CLINIC 320-239-3939
501 POLER STREET PO BOX 460
www.starbuckclinic.familydoctors.nethttp://www.starbuckclinic.family
STARBUCK MN 56381
SPECIALTY CLINICS
*Includes Surgery Centers,
Ear, Nose and Throat Head and
Neck Clinics, Audiology Clinics, Gillette Childrens
Health Care
EAR, NOSE, THROAT 605-328-8200
SANFORD CLINIC
www.sanfordhealth.org
1310
WEST 22ND STREET 1ST
FLOOR
SIOUX
FALLS MN 57105
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FRASER CHILD AND FAMILY CENTER 612- 331-9413
3333 UNIVERSITY AVENUE SE
www.fraser.org
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55414
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Fraser is a nonprofit organization serving
children of all abilities and adults with special needs. We provide
services, information, recommendations, and support to families and
individuals in the areas of health care, education, and housing. |
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GILLETTE CHILDREN'S SPECIALTY HEALTH CARE 1-800-719-4040
200 EAST UNIVERSITY AVENUE EAST
www.gillettechildrens.com 651-291-2848
ST PAUL MN 55101 TDD 651-229-3928
Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare is an
independent, not-for-profit hospital located in St. Paul, with clinics in
Burnsville, Minnetonka and Duluth.
Medical technology, treatment, education, and
research for children with disabilities or complex medical needs
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SANFORD CLINIC
KENNETH H
ROGOTZKE, DO
www.sanfordhealth.org
600 4TH STREET NORTHEAST
WATERTOWN SD 57201
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ORAL FACIAL SURGERY 320-235-1803
1029 19TH
AVENUE SOUTHWEST
www.oralfacialsurgerypa.com
WILLMAR MN 56201 Office also located at 301 North 3RD Street, Marshall, MN 507-537-4176
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ST CLOUD EAR NOSE AND THROAT 1-800-450-3223
HEAD AND NECK CLINIC P.A. 320-252-0233
1528 NORTHWAY DRIVE
www.stcloudent.com TDD 320-257-1150
ST CLOUD MN 56303
Specializes in caring for patients with ear, nose,
throat,
head and neck problems
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UNIVERSITY
OF MN
HOSPITALS-AUDIOLOGY
CLINIC
612-273-2700
420 DELAWARE STREET SOUTHEAST
www.fairview.org
MINNEAPOLIS MN 55455
DENTISTS
HARLAN L. ANDERSON DDS 320-235-7040
315 3RD STREET SOUTHWEST
WILLMAR MN 56201
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620 BECKER AVENUE SOUTHWEST
WILLMAR MN 56201-3234
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MARK A. BIERSCHBACH DDS 605-432-5032
1203 EAST 4TH AVENUE PO BOX 592
MILBANK SD 57252
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CAMDEN DENTAL CARE 507-532-3353
401 JEWETT STREET
MARSHALL MN
56258 MICHAEL
THOMAS DDS
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COPELAND, JUDD DDS 507-423-5411
PO BOX 317 231 WEST MAIN
COTTONWOOD MN 56229
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COTTONWOOD DENTAL CLINIC 507-423-5411
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PATEL,
DDS
PO BOX 317 231 WEST MAIN STREET
COTTONWOOD MN 56229-0317 Provides General Dentistry and Orthodontics
Office also located in Clarkfield 320-669-7564
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DENTAL CENTER
TIMOTHY S. BROWN, D.D.S. 507-637-3581
105 EAST BRIDGE STREET
REDWOOD FALLS MN 56283
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DENTAL DEPOT 320-589-4481
JEFFREY A. HAUGER DDS
202 EAST 5TH STREET
MORRIS MN 56267
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DENTAL HEALTH CENTER 507-532-2233
304 WEST LYON BOX 448
MARSHALL MN 56258
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MICHAEL GARDNER DDS 320-231-1290
1901 6TH STREET SOUTHWEST
WILLMAR MN 56201
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GERALD L FIELDS DDS PA 605-432-9531
BRYAN JOHNSON DDS
PO BOX 107 309
SOUTH MAIN Office also located in
Watertown SD
MILBANK SD 57252
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MICHAEL W FLINN DDS 507-637-5930
200 FIREWOOD DRIVE
REDWOOD FALLS MN 56283
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JOHN W FRERICH DDS 507-537-1052
1106 EAST COLLEGE
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MARSHALL MN 56258
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513 EAST BRIDGE STREET
REDWOOD FALLS MN 56283
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HALLSTROM DENTAL OFFICE 320-235-2551
512 BECKER AVENUE SOUTHWEST
WILLMAR MN 56201
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HANCOCK DENTAL CLINIC 320-392-5300
TIMOTHY J. CARLSON, D.D.S.
657 ATLANTIC AVENUE CHOKIO 320-324-7545
HANCOCK MN 56267
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HANSON AND FONKERT DENTAL CLINIC PA 320-235-2780
1101 FIRST STREET SOUTH 320-231-1505
WILLMAR MN 56201 Jodi Fonkert, D.D.S.
Michael D. Hanson, D.D.S.
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THOMAS INGLIS 507-637-2824
209 SOUTH WASHINGTON STREET
REDWOOD FALLS MN 56283
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ORAL FACIAL SURGERY 507-537-4176
HUGHES,
JAMES
DDS
301 NORTH 3RD STREET
MARSHALL MN 56258
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ORAL FACIAL SURGERY 320-235-1803
1029 19TH AVENUE SOUTHWEST
WILLMAR MN 56201
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LINDEN DENTISTRY 320-231-1739
EDWARD C LINDEN DDS
1604 1ST STREET SOUTH-SKYLARK MALL Also located at 26 N. 1st Ave. Clara City 320-847-2330
WILLMAR MN 56201
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LINDQUIST DEAN C DDS 320-329-8321
PO BOX 588 107 DUPONT AVENUE NORTHWEST
RENVILLE MN 56284
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DARYL MARCUS DDS 320-235-9363
KANDI DENTAL CENTER- KANDI MALL
1605 SOUTH FIRST STREET
WILLMAR MN 56201
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GARY MATTSON DDS 320-235-9551
113 LITCHFIELD AVENUE SOUTHEAST
WILLMAR MN 56201
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525 3RD STREET SOUTHWEST 1-877-589-2162
WILLMAR MN 56201
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MORRIS DENTAL CLINIC 320-589-2161
201 EAST SIXTH STREET PO BOX 566
MORRIS MN 56267-0566
RICHARD H MOEN DDS AND R.B. STARK DDS
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STEVEN NEDRELOW DDS 320-589-2328
206 ATLANTIC AVENUE Also located at 525 3rd ST SW WILLMAR 320-235-3102
MORRIS MN 56267
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ERIC NORDSTOM DDS 320-235-1075
309 LAKELAND DRIVE SOUTHEAST #1
WILLMAR MN 56201
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OLESON MARTIN H DDS 605-874-2230
PO BOX 559 210 3RD AVENUE SOUTH
CLEAR LAKE SD 57226-0559
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ZAIDOON OWAIS DDS 507-532-3104
JOHNSON PAUL DDS
401 JEWETT STREET
MARSHALL MN 56258
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QUALE GILBERTSON AND MARTINKA 320-235-2922
408 TROTT AVENUE SOUTHWEST
WILLMAR MN 56201
Dean D. Quale, D.D.S.
John M. Gilbertson, D.D.S.
Steven C. Martinka, D.D.S.
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RICE DENTAL CLINIC 320-214-2620
301 SW BECKER AVE. SOUTHWEST
www.ricehospital.com/dentalclinic.html
1-877-214-2
Willmar, MN 56201 Also may e-mail for appointments
kcarl@rice.willmar.mn.us
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SCHULTE, ROBERT DDS 507-872-6403
102 EAST 1ST STREET
MINNEOTA MN 56264
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SOUTHWEST PROFESSIONALS 320-235-7742
509 16TH AVENUE SOUTHWEST
WILLMAR MN 56201
Steve M. Medin, D.D.S.
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JEFF THOMAS DDS 507-537-9667
301 JEWETT STREET PO BOX 78
MARSHALL MN 56258
Provides general dentistry and orthodontics
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STEPHEN P WHOOLERY DDS 218-739-2217
219 EAST LINCOLN AVENUE
FERGUS FALLS MN 56537
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www.willmardentist.com 320-235-2010
1016 FIRST STREET SOUTH
WILLMAR MN
56201 PETER M JORGENSON DDS
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WILLMAR CENTER FOR DENTAL HEALTH 320-235-3440
HANSON GEORGE DDS
KLEINHUIZEN MERLIN
525 3RD STREET SOUITHEAST
WILLMAR MN 56201
ORTHODONTISTS
COTTONWOOD DENTAL CLINIC 507-423-5411
PO BOX 317 231 WEST MAIN STREET
COTTONWOOD MN 56229-0317
S.A. Patel, DDS
J.S. Copelnad, DDS
Provides General Dentistry and Orthodontics
Office also located at 1025 10TH AVENUE IN Clarkfield 320-669-7564
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LECY GREGORY DDS MS 507-532-5789
513 JEWETT STREET 1-800-553-1379
MARSHALL MN 56258
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NORTHEAST ORTHODONTIC ASSOCIATE 605-226-3120
JACK L WILSON DDS
216 6TH AVENUE SOUTHEAST
ABERDEEN SD 57401
Offices located at:
WHETSTONE PLAZA
BOX 1023 104 WEST 4TH AVENUE
MILBANK SD 57252 605-432-5011
AND 25 5TH STREET NORTHEAST
WATERTOWN SD 57201 605-882-1500
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JEFF THOMAS DDS 507-537-9667
301 JEWETT STREET PO BOX 78
MARSHALL MN 56258
Provides general dentistry and orthodontics
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525 3RD STREET SOUTHWEST
WILLMAR MN 56201
PEDIATRIC DENTISTS
CENTRAL
MINNESOTA
PEDIATRIC
DENTISTS
PA
320-253-0272
MICHAEL STEIL DDS 1-888-733-3368
1900 CENTRACARE
CIR #350
ST CLOUD MN 56303
Offices also located in:
CENTRAL MINNESOTA PEDIATRIC DENTISTS PA
JOSEPH WANG 320-235-7290
1101 FIRST STREET SOUTH
WILLMAR MN 56201
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PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY INC 605-338-0884
1737 SOUTH CLEVELAND AVENUE FAX 605-338-0240
SIOUX FALLS SD 57103
Affiliated with McKennen, Sioux Valley Hospital
and the Sioux Falls Surgery Center
OPTOMETRISTS
AFFILIATED COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTERS PA 507-697-2985
1100 EAST BROADWAY STREET
REDWOOD FALLS MN
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ELBOW LAKE EYE CLINIC (Bloomquist Bakewell Eye Clinic) 218-685-4341
930 1ST STREET NORTHEAST
ELBOW LAKE MN 56531
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202 O'CONNELL STREET SUITE #1
MARSHALL MN 56258
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MIDWEST VISION CENTER 507-532-5771
MARKET STREET MALL
www.midwestvisioncenters.com
1420 EAST COLLEGE DRIVE
MARSHALL MN 56258
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400 EAST 1ST STREET PO BOX 660
MORRIS MN 56267
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LM AFFOLTER, OD 507-532-5143
212 NORTH THIRD STREET PO BOX 60
MARSHALL MN 56258-0060
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SHOPKO EYECARE CENTER 507- 537-9652
1200 E SUSAN DR
www.shopko.com
MARSHALL, MN 56258-2429
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WAL-MART SUPER CENTER 507-532-7459
1101 EAST MAIN
www.walmart.com
MARSHALL MN 56258
PUBLIC HEALTH
STEVENS/TRAVERSE COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH 320-589-7425
621 PACIFIC AVENUE
MORRIS MN 56267
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MAC and NAPS: 1-800-365-0270
www.health.state.mn.us/divs/fh/csfp 651-484-8241
MAC:
A free food program for children up to age 6 and pregnant women.
Women who have had a baby under one year but are not breast
feeding or breast feeding women or infants not served by WIC
Applicants must meet income guidelines, live in Minnesota,
provide proof of age, and not be receiving WIC (it is possible
for one family member to receive MAC and another WIC, but the
same person cannot receive both).
NAPS:
A free food program for Seniors 60 years or
older. Applicants must be residents of the State of Minnesota
and must meet federal income guidelines.
MAC AND NAPS:
Food distributed includes: canned fruits,
vegetables, juice, dry and canned milk, cheese, canned meat, dry
beans, or peanut butter, cereal, rice or pasta.
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651-486-9860
www.hungersolutions.org
SUPPORT GROUPS
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANCE INC 320-231-3743
200 4TH STREET SOUTHWEST Spanish Interpreter 320-231-9887
WILLMAR MN 56201-3368
Offers interpreter services for Somali, Spanish,
Norwegian & other languages
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MINNESOTA
FARM
ADVOCATES
Hotline:
1-800-967-AGRI
Ruth Karty (Clarkfield): 320-669-7135
Dave Hesse (Comfry ): 507-877-3012
Carol Kobberman (Hancock): 320-392-5536
www.mda.state.mn.us/about/farmadvocates.htm
Farm Advocates provide one-on-one assistance for
Minnesota farmers who face
crisis
caused by either a natural disaster or financial problems. Farm Advocates
understand the needs of our agricultural families and communities. They are
trained and experienced in agricultural lending practices, mediation, lender
negotiation, farm programs, crisis counseling, disaster programs and to
recognize the need for legal and/or social services. The Farm Advocate Program
has been supported by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture since 1984. There
is no charge or fee for Farm Advocate assistance.
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SOUTHWEST STATE UNIVERSITY
www.swsc.org
1420 EAST
COLLEGE DRIVE
MARSHALL MN 56258
*Regional services for children with Special Needs
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JOB RELATED SERVICES (including disabilities)
MN WORKFORCE CENTER REHABILITATION SERVICES 320-231-5175
HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES BUILDING TTY 320-231-5175
2200 23RD STREET NE, SUITE #2040 WILLMAR, MN
56201-9423
www.deed.state.mn.us/rehab/
1-800-366-7876
Counties Served
Big Stone, Chippewa, Kandiyohi,
Lac Qui Parle, Meeker, Renville, Swift
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REHABILITATION SERVICES
www.deed.state.mn.us/rehab/
TTY 507-537-7280 LYON COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 3RD FLOOR 1-800-366-7892
607 W MAIN STREET MARSHALL, MN 56258
Counties Served
Lincoln, Lyon, Pipestone, Redwood and Yellow Medicine
SCHOOLS (includes colleges and
technical colleges)
MINNESOTA LIFE COLLEGE 612-869-4008
7501 LOGAN AVENUE SOUTH APARTMENT 2A
RICHFIELD MN 55423
www.minnesotalifecollege.com
Minnesota Life College is a three year
postsecondary, life-skills training program for young adults with learning
disabilities. Independent Living and Employment Readiness are at the heart of
MLC’s unique program; other key curriculum areas include: Decision-Making for
Success, Social Skills Development, and Fitness and Wellness. MLC helps each
student reach for his/her full potential by providing direct, professional
instruction in a safe, easily accessible urban campus.
The Mission of Minnesota Life College is to prepare
young adults with learning disabilities to achieve personal and financial
self-sufficiency.
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401 WEST STREET 507-847-7920
JACKSON MN 56143
www.mnwest.edu
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MINNESOTA WEST COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE 1-800-658-2330
1314 NORTH HIAWATHA AVENUE 507-825-6800
PIPESTONE
MN 56164
www.mnwest.edu
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RIDGEWATER COLLEGE 320-222-5200
2101 15TH AVENUE NORTHWEST PO BOX 1097
www.ridgewater.mnscu.edu 1-800-722-1151
WILLMAR MN 56201 Hutchinson: 2 Century Ave. SE 320-234-8500
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SOUTHWEST MINNESOTA STATE UNIVERSITY 507-537-7021
1501 STATE STREET
FAMILY NETWORKING / SUPPORT
SERVICES
(including disabilities)
ARC OF MINNESOTA
ARC
Minnesota is a private, non-profit, statewide voluntary organization that is
dedicated to ensuring full participation of people with developmental
disabilities in their communities and improving their lives and the lives of
their families by:
∙ Promoting a system of support
∙ Advocating for basic civil rights
∙ Providing workshops and other educational
opportunities
∙ Improving public policies
∙ Providing information and referral sources
∙ Developing opportunities and services
∙ Enabling people to become contributing
members of their communities
ARC serves people of all ages with many kinds of
developmental disabilities including, but not limited to, Cerebral Palsy, Down
Syndrome, Autism and Epilepsy. ARC is different from other organizations in that
it is concerned with the total life of an individual from birth to death and
with all services or needs an individual and his or her family may have.
ARC members are persons with developmental
disabilities, family members, professionals in disability fields and concerned
citizens. All chapters are affiliated with The ARC, the nation's largest
grassroots advocacy organization for people who have disabilities. ARC's vision
is a world where people with developmental disabilities have equal opportunities
to choose their own paths.
Arc OF MINNESOTA For further
information please contact: 1-800-582-5256
770 TRANSFER ROAD SUITE 26
www.arcmn.orghttp://www.arcminnesota.com
651-523-0823
ST PAUL MN 55114
COURAGE CENTER
The mission of Courage Center, a not-for-profit
rehabilitation organization, is to empower people with physical disabilities to
reach for their full potential in every aspect of life. We are guided by the
vision that one day, all people will live, work, learn and play in a community
based on abilities not disabilities.
www.couragecenter.org
COURAGE CENTER 1-866-426-3426
3915 GOLDEN
VALLEY ROAD 763-588-081
GOLDEN VALLEY
MN 55422
FAMILY VOICES
Family Voices, a national grassroots network
of families and friends, advocates for health care services that are
family-centered, community-based, comprehensive, coordinated and culturally
competent for all children and youth with special health care needs; promotes
the inclusion of all families as decision makers at all levels of health care;
and supports essential partnerships between families and professionals.
1-888-835-5669
www.familyvoices.org
505-872-4774
Email:
kidshealth@familyvoices.org
FAMILY VOICES, INC. 2340 ALAMO SE, SUITE 102
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87106
INTERAGENCY EARLY INTERVENTION
COMMITTEES (IEIC)
IEIC’s are a part of the system for
providing special services to children age 0-21. This special early care is
sometimes called early intervention. IEIC members are parents and professionals
from the community. IEIC’s look at concerns of families who have children with
special needs. IEIC’s have tasks set
down by Minnesota law, which include knowing the services available in their
community. IEIC members may also know parents who share your experience. IEIC’s
need parents to be involved in the committees to make sure that children’s and
families needs are being met. To contact your communities IEIC-call your local
school and ask for the Early Childhood Special Education teacher.
MARCH OF DIMES
The March
of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation provides information and referral services for
the general public and professionals. Information specialists answer questions
about preconceptional health, pregnancy, genetics and birth defects. The
information and referral services are free and confidential.
Services available to professionals are:
Information about specific
genetic conditions that can be faxed to the
professional's office for review and discussion with
patients
∙ Free samples of March of Dimes patient
education materials to review before ordering
∙ Free catalog of continuing education modules
for registered nurses and certified nurse-midwives
Services available for the public are:
∙ Evidence-based information about
preconceptional health, pregnancy, childbirth, genetics and birth
defects that complements education offered by health care providers
∙ Confidential, free, prompt service
MARCH OF
DIMES
BIRTH
DEFECTS
FOUNDATION
1-888-663-4637
EDINA MN 55439 952-835-3033
CENTRAL MN: 2233 ROOSEVELT ROAD SUITE 11 320-252-1156
ST. CLOUD, MN
56301
MINNESOTA DISABILITY LAW CENTER
The
Minnesota Disability Law Center (MDLC) addresses the unique legal needs of
persons with disabilities.
A statewide project, MDLC provides free civil legal
assistance to individuals with disabilities on legal issues that are related to
their disabilities.
www.mndlc.org
Willmar Office : 302 SOUTHWEST 5TH STREET
SUITE 202
WILLMAR MN 56201-1866
320-235-9600
1-800-292-4150
MINNESOTA CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL
HEALTH NEEDS
MCSHN clinics provide medical and
rehabilitative assessments in local communities across the state for suspected
or diagnosed special health needs in children.
MCSHN values families as "the authority" on their
children. They listen to
parents'
concerns and try to address the issues parents feel
are important.
www.health.state.mn.us/mcshn
For further information contact: 1-800-728-5420
MINNESOTA DEPT OF HEALTH 507-537-7158
NADINE TAYLOR, NURSING CONSULTANT
1400 EAST LYONS STREET
MARSHALL MN 56258-1268
THE MINNESOTA STATE COUNCIL ON
DISABILITY (MSCOD)
The Minnesota State Council on Disability is an agency
that advises, provides technical assistance, collaborates and advocates to
expand opportunities, improve the quality of life and empower all persons with
disabilities.
The Minnesota State Council On Disability is the
comprehensive disability resource
for lawmakers, agencies, non-profits, businesses and individuals with
disabilities.
The Minnesota State Council on Disability (MSCOD)
651-361-7800
121 East Seventh Place, Suite 107 St. Paul, MN 55101
1-800-945-8913
MN*TAFS (MN TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
FOR FAMILY SUPPORT)
MN*TAFS is a parent/professional
training and technical assistance team, funded through the Department of
Education. Their charge is to support Interagency Early Intervention Committees
(IEICs) as they work locally to strengthen and broaden family support efforts.
MN*TAFS
COORDINATOR
1294 OTTAWA
AVENUE 651-455-0757
ST. PAUL, MN
55118
NATIONAL INFORMATION CENTER FOR
CHILDREN AND YOUTH WITH DISABILITIES (NICHCY)
NICHY is a national information center that
provides information on disabilities and disability-related issues for families,
educators and other professionals. The special focus is children and youth
(birth to age 22). NICHY provides information and makes referrals in areas
related to specific disabilities, early intervention, family issues, disability
organizations, and much more.
www.nichcy.orghttp://www.nichy.org
NICHCY
1-800-695-0285
BOX 1492 WASHINGON DC
20013
PACER CENTER, Inc.
PACER
Center, Inc., advocates for parents of children with any kind of disability,
ages birth to 21 years. PACER also instructs families on becoming their child's
advocate. PACER teaches parents their legal rights in seeking special education
services and provides information about education rights. The Health Information
and Advocacy Center project provides a central source for families of children
and young adults with disabilities to obtain support, advocacy and information
about the health care system. Some of the information provided includes
understanding insurance and filing insurance appeals, communicating with health
care providers, making informed choices about health care providers and general
health resources. PACER offers workshops for parents and professionals, links
with parent-to-parent support programs, puppet shows on disability sensitivity
and preventing child abuse. They have many free publications, including
newsletters and booklets.
1-800-53-PACER
PACER
CENTER,
INC.
952-838-9000
www.pacer.org 8161 NORMANDALE BLVD.
MINNEAPOLIS MN 55437 TTY 952-838-0190
RESPITE CARE
Taking care
of any child can be a tiring and stressful job at times. For parents of a child
who has special care needs, the job can be more difficult and the chances to
relax are much fewer. Having someone step in and care for your child can stop
the strain from getting the best of you. One kind of short-term care is called
respite care. There are many ways of getting respite care. When talking with
professionals about your child and your family, ask them about respite care
services in your area. Your child's hospital discharge planner should know about
respite care services in your community. This might be a good place to start. If
your child has special medical needs, home nursing care may be needed. Your
insurance policy may cover home care services including respite. If your child
has Medical Assistance (MA), Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA),
Community Alternative Care (CAC) or Mental Retardation/Related Conditions (MR/RC
Waiver), some home health services may be covered. To locate an agency that
provides respite care close to you call your local Family Service Center.
STAR PROGRAM
For funding for special equipment the
STAR Program (A System of Technology to Achieve Results), has their Directory of
Funding Resources for Assistive Technology in Minnesota. This includes a list of
that loan either equipment or money to buy it. You can write STAR for a free
copy.
www.starprogram.state.mn.us
888-234-1267
STAR PROGRAM 651-201-2640
358 CENTENNIAL OFFICE BUILDING
658 CEDAR STREET
ST PAUL MN 55155
PARENTS ANONYMOUS
Parents Anonymous of Minnesota is the
nation’s oldest child abuse prevention organization , dedicated to strengthening
families and building caring communities that support safe and nurturing
homes for all children.
www.parentsanonymous.org
PARENTS ANONYMOUS Of MINNESOTA 651-523-0099
1821 UNIVERSITY AVE W STE S202 ST PAUL, MN 55104-3065
PARENTS FOREVER
PARENTS FOREVER 1-800-255-0736
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION SERVICE 320-269-6578
Chippewa County Courthouse
629 North 11th Street
www.parenting.umn.edu/programs/parentsForever/index.htm
Montevideo, MN 56265
Education For Families In Divorce Transition
Parents Forever offers education and resources for
married families going through divorce and never-been-married families going
through a separation. Divorce and separation often brings change to every aspect
of a family's life, both for the parents and the children involved.
Parents Forever provides parents with formal
training programs and easy-to-use materials that help them navigate the
emotional, financial, legal, and communication changes that accompany
divorce/separation so that they can effectively help their family transition.
Many of these materials have been culturally adapted for Spanish-speaking
families. The program also trains family professionals to be better equipped to
help during the transition.
SUPPORT / NETWORK GROUPS
Support groups are meetings for people who share
the same concern. In the case of parents who have children with special medical
needs, the concern might focus on the child's specific disability or the needs
of the child. Groups vary not only in concern, but also in their length of time.
Some groups meet only once. Some meet for just a short number of weeks. Others
go on for years. Because they come and go, it is difficult to list groups for an
area. If you are interested in finding a support group, you may have to call
around.
Organizations that can be of assistance may
include:
Local
Interagency
Early
Intervention
contact
*Hospitals
MCSHN
Information and
Assistance Line
*Spiritual
Organizations
Local Public Healtgency
*Local Human Services
Agency
Hospital social worker or discharge planner
FINANCIAL RESOURCES
(including disability financial resources)
Finding
ways to pay for your child’s medical needs can be challenging. There are some
key people who can be helpful in providing information such as:
*hospital social workers, discharge planners or care
coordinators
*hospital business office or insurance office
*Minnesota Children with Special Needs Information
and Referral Line
*Public Health Nurses
*Social Service or Human Service Department in you
county
The following pages describe some of the programs
available in Minnesota.
HOME AND COMMUNITY WAIVER PROGRAMS
*Community Alternative Care Program (CAC) •
Community Alternative for Disabled Individuals (CADI) • Mental
Retardation/Related Conditions (MR/RC) • Traumatic Brain Injury Waiver (TBI)
*Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility (TEFRA)
Waiver programs allow family income requirements to be
"waived" (not counted) in order to receive MA services. Home and community-based
waiver programs are designed to serve individuals with special needs in the
community who would otherwise require the level of care provided in a nursing
home or other health care facility. There are requirements the individual must
meet to be eligible for a waiver program. Covered services under the home and
community-based waiver programs include all covered MA services plus home health
care, therapies, equipment, supportive employment, foster care, homemaking,
home/vehicle modifications, respite, counseling, and others.
TAX EQUITY AND FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY ACT (TEFRA)
All individuals applying for MA must meet certain
conditions to become eligible. MA is available for some disabled children who
usually would not be eligible because of parent's income. This is the Tax Equity
and Fiscal Responsibility Act or the TEFRA option. Children are eligible with
regard to their own assets but not assets of their parents. Some parents may be
required to pay a fee (co-pay) based on their income.
For a child to be eligible for MA under the TEFRA
option the child must:
∙ Be under 18 years of age
∙ Be certified disabled by the State Medical
Review Team (SMRT)
∙ Be eligible for MA as if they were living in
a medical institution
∙ Meet all other MA eligibility factors
For additional information or to apply, call
your county human service agency Phone number and address is found under
COMMUNITY SERVICE AGENCIES in each county.
INSURANCE
If you have insurance HMO, or another
type of managed care, begin with a careful reading of your policy to find out
what it covers. You may want to make a list of questions about your policy and
about what your child needs. Your hospital business office can be very helpful.
They may call the insurance company to find out the coverage while in the
hospital. Other people who can help answer your questions about your insurance
are:
*your employer or
human resource office at your company.
*your insurance agent if your purchased your policy
through an agent
*your doctor's office
*a contract person from your insurance or health plan
The Insurance Federation of Minnesota Help Line
can
also answer questions about your policy and how to
deal with your insurance company. 651-292-1099
www.insurancemn.org
1-800-642-6121
MINNESOTA CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL
HEALTH NEEDS (MCSHN)
Minnesota Children with Special Health
Needs (MCSHN) is part of the Minnesota Department of Health. MCSHN helps
Minnesota families with children under age 21 who have special health needs or
disabilities. MCSHN has different types of programs. MCSHN can pay for
diagnostic services. These are tests or examinations to see if a child has a
medical problem and what would be done about it. There is no family income
requirements for evaluations, but insurance must be used first if available.
Evaluations must be approved ahead of time so it is important to consult MCSHN
early. MCSHN can also fund treatment of special medical care if a child has a
special health need. To receive MCSHN treatment services, a family must meet
MCSHN's income guidelines. The child must have a medical condition requiring
on-going care. MCSHN can begin to pay for medical care the date of the initial
referral provided the completed application is returned within 30 days of being
sent to the family. MCSHN can be a helpful resource. Their consultants have
experience and knowledge about services in the community. They have information
about many medical conditions.
The Information and Referral Line can help
families, health care providers, and community programs find the right resource
to meet special needs. The service is free and confidential. It is available
week days from 8:00-4:40 p.m.
TO APPLY? Call toll-free and you will be referred
to the appropriate staff person. That person will talk to you about your child’s
needs and will send an application.
MINNESOTA CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL HEALTH NEEDS 1-800-728-5420
MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
85 EAST SEVENTH PLACE SUITE 400
PO BOX 64882
ST PAUL MN 55164-0882
THE MINNESOTA STATE COUNCIL ON
DISABILITY (MSCOD)
The Minnesota State Council on Disability is an agency
that advises, provides technical assistance, collaborates and advocates to
expand opportunities, improve the quality of life and empower all persons with
disabilities.
The Minnesota State Council On Disability is the
comprehensive disability resource
for lawmakers, agencies, non-profits, businesses and individuals with
disabilities.
The Minnesota State Council on Disability (MSCOD)
651-361-7800
121 East Seventh Place, Suite 107 St. Paul, MN 55101
1-800-945-8913
MN*TAFS (MN TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
FOR FAMILY SUPPORT)
MN*TAFS is a parent/professional
training and technical assistance team, funded through the Department of
Education. Their charge is to support Interagency Early Intervention Committees
(IEICs) as they work locally to strengthen and broaden family support efforts.
MN*TAFS
COORDINATOR
1294 OTTAWA AVENUE
651-455-0757
ST.
PAUL, MN 55118
NATIONAL INFORMATION CENTER FOR
CHILDREN AND YOUTH WITH DISABILITIES (NICHCY)
NICHY is a national information center
that provides information on disabilities and disability-related issues for
families, educators and other professionals. The special focus is children and
youth (birth to age 22). NICHY provides information and makes referrals in areas
related to specific disabilities, early intervention, family issues, disability
organizations, and much more.
www.nichcy.orghttp://www.nichy.org
NICHCY
1-800-695-0285
BOX 1492 WASHINGON DC
20013
PACER CENTER, Inc.
PACER
Center, Inc., advocates for parents of children with any kind of disability,
ages birth to 21 years. PACER also instructs families on becoming their child's
advocate. PACER teaches parents their legal rights in seeking special education
services and provides information about education rights. The Health Information
and Advocacy Center project provides a central source for families of children
and young adults with disabilities to obtain support, advocacy and information
about the health care system. Some of the information provided includes
understanding insurance and filing insurance appeals, communicating with health
care providers, making informed choices about health care providers and general
health resources. PACER offers workshops for parents and professionals, links
with parent-to-parent support programs, puppet shows on disability sensitivity
and preventing child abuse. They have many free publications, including
newsletters and booklets.
1-800-53-PACER
PACER
CENTER,
INC.
952-838-9000
www.pacer.org
8161 NORMANDALE BLVD.
MINNEAPOLIS MN 55437 TTY 952-838-0190
RESPITE CARE
Taking care
of any child can be a tiring and stressful job at times. For parents of a child
who has special care needs, the job can be more difficult and the chances to
relax are much fewer. Having someone step in and care for your child can stop
the strain from getting the best of you. One kind of short-term care is called
respite care. There are many ways of getting respite care. When talking with
professionals about your child and your family, ask them about respite care
services in your area. Your child's hospital discharge planner should know about
respite care services in your community. This might be a good place to start. If
your child has special medical needs, home nursing care may be needed. Your
insurance policy may cover home care services including respite. If your child
has Medical Assistance (MA), Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA),
Community Alternative Care (CAC) or Mental Retardation/Related Conditions (MR/RC
Waiver), some home health services may be covered. To locate an agency that
provides respite care close to you call your local Family Service Center.
STAR PROGRAM
For funding for special equipment the
STAR Program (A System of Technology to Achieve Results), has their Directory of
Funding Resources for Assistive Technology in Minnesota. This includes a list of
that loan either equipment or money to buy it. You can write STAR for a free
copy.
www.starprogram.state.mn.us
888-234-1267
STAR PROGRAM 651-201-2640
358 CENTENNIAL OFFICE BUILDING
658 CEDAR STREET
ST PAUL MN 55155
PARENTS ANONYMOUS
, dedicated to strengthening families
and building caring communities that support safe and nurturing homes for
all children.
www.parentsanonymous.org
PARENTS ANONYMOUS Of MINNESOTA 651-523-0099
1821 UNIVERSITY AVE W STE S202 ST PAUL, MN 55104-3065
PARENTS FOREVER
PARENTS FOREVER 1-800-255-0736
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION SERVICE 320-269-6578
Chippewa County Courthouse
629 North 11th Street
www.parenting.umn.edu/programs/parentsForever/index.htm
Montevideo, MN 56265
Education For Families In Divorce Transition
Parents Forever offers education and resources for
married families going through divorce and never-been-married families going
through a separation. Divorce and separation often brings change to every aspect
of a family's life, both for the parents and the children involved.
Parents Forever provides parents with formal training
programs and easy-to-use materials that help them navigate the emotional,
financial, legal, and communication changes that accompany divorce/separation so
that they can effectively help their family transition. Many of these materials
have been culturally adapted for Spanish-speaking families. The program also
trains family professionals to be better equipped to help during the transition.
SUPPORT / NETWORK GROUPS
Support
groups are meetings for people who share the same concern. In the case of
parents who have children with special medical needs, the concern might focus on
the child's specific disability or the needs of the child. Groups vary not only
in concern, but also in their length of time. Some groups meet only once. Some
meet for just a short number of weeks. Others go on for years. Because they come
and go, it is difficult to list groups for an area. If you are interested in
finding a support group, you may have to call around.
Organizations that can be of assistance may include:
∙Local Interagency Early Intervention contact
*Hospitals
∙MCSHN Information and Assistance Line *Spiritual
Organizations
∙Local Public Healtgency *Local Human Services Agency
∙Hospital social worker or discharge planner
FINANCIAL RESOURCES (including
disability financial resources)
Finding
ways to pay for your child’s medical needs can be challenging. There are some
key people who can be helpful in providing information such as:
*hospital social workers, discharge planners or care
coordinators
*hospital business office or insurance office
*Minnesota Children with Special Needs Information
and Referral Line
*Public Health Nurses
*Social Service or Human Service Department in you
county
The following pages describe some of the programs
available in Minnesota.
HOME AND COMMUNITY WAIVER PROGRAMS
*Community Alternative Care Program (CAC) •
Community Alternative for Disabled Individuals (CADI) • Mental
Retardation/Related Conditions (MR/RC) • Traumatic Brain Injury Waiver
(TBI)
*Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility (TEFRA)
Waiver programs allow family income requirements to
be "waived" (not counted) in order to receive MA services. Home and
community-based waiver programs are designed to serve individuals with special
needs in the community who would otherwise require the level of care provided in
a nursing home or other health care facility. There are requirements the
individual must meet to be eligible for a waiver program. Covered services under
the home and community-based waiver programs include all covered MA services
plus home health care, therapies, equipment, supportive employment, foster care,
homemaking, home/vehicle modifications, respite, counseling, and others.
TAX EQUITY AND FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY ACT (TEFRA)
All individuals applying for MA must meet certain
conditions to become eligible. MA is available for some disabled children who
usually would not be eligible because of parent's income. This is the Tax Equity
and Fiscal Responsibility Act or the TEFRA option. Children are eligible with
regard to their own assets but not assets of their parents. Some parents may be
required to pay a fee (co-pay) based on their income.
For a child to be eligible for MA under the TEFRA
option the child must:
∙ Be under 18 years of age
∙ Be certified disabled by the State
Medical Review Team (SMRT)
∙ Be eligible for MA as if they were living
in a medical institution
∙ Meet all other MA eligibility factors
For additional information or to apply,
call your county human service agency Phone number and address is found
under COMMUNITY SERVICE AGENCIES in each county.
INSURANCE
If you have insurance HMO, or another
type of managed care, begin with a careful reading of your policy to find out
what it covers. You may want to make a list of questions about your policy and
about what your child needs. Your hospital business office can be very helpful.
They may call the insurance company to find out the coverage while in the
hospital. Other people who can help answer your questions about your insurance
are:
*your employer or
human resource office at your company.
*your insurance agent if your purchased your policy
through an agent
*your doctor's office
*a contract person from your insurance or health plan
The Insurance Federation of Minnesota Help Line
can
also answer questions about your policy and how to
deal with your insurance company. 651-292-1099
www.insurancemn.org
1-800-642-6121
MINNESOTA CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL
HEALTH NEEDS (MCSHN)
Minnesota Children with Special Health
Needs (MCSHN) is part of the Minnesota Department of Health. MCSHN helps
Minnesota families with children under age 21 who have special health needs or
disabilities. MCSHN has different types of programs. MCSHN can pay for
diagnostic services. These are tests or examinations to see if a child has a
medical problem and what would be done about it. There is no family income
requirements for evaluations, but insurance must be used first if available.
Evaluations must be approved ahead of time so it is important to consult MCSHN
early. MCSHN can also fund treatment of special medical care if a child has a
special health need. To receive MCSHN treatment services, a family must meet
MCSHN's income guidelines. The child must have a medical condition requiring
on-going care. MCSHN can begin to pay for medical care the date of the initial
referral provided the completed application is returned within 30 days of being
sent to the family. MCSHN can be a helpful resource. Their consultants have
experience and knowledge about services in the community. They have information
about many medical conditions.
The Information and Referral Line can help
families, health care providers, and community programs find the right resource
to meet special needs. The service is free and confidential. It is available
week days from 8:00-4:40 p.m.
TO APPLY? Call toll-free and you will be referred
to the appropriate staff person. That person will talk to you about your child’s
needs and will send an application.
MINNESOTA CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL HEALTH NEEDS 1-800-728-5420
MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
85 EAST SEVENTH PLACE SUITE 400
PO BOX 64882
ST PAUL MN 55164-0882
www.health.state.mn.us/divs/fh/mcshn
or MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH 507-537-7158
NADINE TAYLOR, NURSING CONSULTANT
1400 EAST LYONS STREET
MARSHALL MN 56258-1268
MINNESOTA MIGRANT HEALTH
This program provides limited medical
care to migrant farm workers who are ineligible for other State/Federal
programs.
www.migranthealthservice.org
For information contact:
1-800-842-8693
MINNESOTA HEALTH CARE PROGRAMS (Medical
Assistance, MinnesotaCare, General Assistance Medical Care (GAMC)
MEDICAL
ASSISTANCE (MA, MEDICAID)
You may qualify for financial help for medical care,
depending on your income. For people who qualify, programs such as Medical
Assistance (MA) or MinnesotaCare may pay or help pay the cost of doctor, clinic,
hospital and other related medical expenses to help with medical care for a
child with special health needs. For additional information or to apply, call
your county human service agency Phone number and address is found under
COMMUNITY SERVICE AGENCIES in each county.
MINNESOTACARE
MinnesotaCare is a state subsidized health insurance
plan for Minnesotans who have no insurance coverage and are not eligible for MA.
Persons enrolled in MinnesotaCare pay a monthly premium based on family size,
income and number of people who will be covered. Applicants cannot have
insurance or have access to insurance. To apply in the Twin Cities Metro Area,
call 651-297-3862 for an application. To apply in Greater Minnesota, call
1-800-657-3672 (1-800-627-3529 TTY) for an application. Applications are also
available at county human service offices, many health care providers and on the
Minnesota Department of Human Services Website at
www.dhs.state.mn.us/HealthCare/asstprog/mhcpdefault.htm
Click on Health Care Programs under Quick Links on
right hand side
**APPLICATIONS
AND
ASSISTANCE
AVAILABLE
AT
PRAIRIE
FIVE
320-598-3118
HEAD START OFFICE, 422 5TH AVENUE
MADISON
MN 56256
1-800-443-4283
GENERAL ASSISTANCE MEDICAL CARE (GAMC)
Assistance primarily for very low-income adults, ages
21-64, who have no dependent children and who do not qualify for other state and
federal health care programs. Income limits vary. Certain deductions are allowed
from your income. Some assets are counted
1-800-657-3739
TTY 1-800-627-3529
OR 711
Applications are also available at your local
FAMILY SERVICE CENTER- Phone number and address is found under COMMUNITY
SERVICE AGENCIES in each county
MINNESOTA
COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH ASSOCIATION (MCHA)
MCHA was
established in 1976 by the Minnesota Legislature to offer individual health
insurance policies to Minnesota residents who have been turned down for health
insurance by the private market due to pre-existing health conditions. MCHA is
sometimes referred to as Minnesota's "high risk pool" for health insurance or
health insurance of last resort. Eligibility standards include evidence that
within six months prior to application, a Minnesota insurer or health plan has
denied the applicant individual health insurance due to a pre-existing
condition. You can reach them at:
MCHA Customer Services
www.mchamn.com
P.O. Box 64566
St. Paul, MN 55164 651-662-5290 or 1-800-531-6674
SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME
(SSI)
SSI is a
program through Social Security for people with disabilities or special health
needs. SSI provides a monthly payment to use in meeting that child's needs. The
individual must qualify medically and financially. SSI requires the family to
have a low income and few assets. To apply for SSI, contact the Social
Security's main phone number at 1-800-772-1213 (1-800-325-0778 TTY) any
time between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday - Friday. Recorded information and
services are available 24 hours a day and on weekends. Spanish speaking
employees are available to talk to callers who prefer to do business with the
Social Security Administration in Spanish.
Local Address:
http://www.socialsecurity.gov
1-800-772-1213
Social Security Administration
507 JEWETT STREET 507-532-2850
MARSHALL MN 56258
http://www.socialsecurity.gov TTY 507-532-2615
The Social Security Administration provides
publications, information and benefits the Social Security Administration
administers. Information on benefits is available in several languages.
SYSTEM OF TECHNOLOGY TO ACHIEVE RESULTS (STAR)
The STAR
Program has their Directory of Funding Resources for Assistive Technology in
Minnesota. This includes a list of places that loan, purchase, rent equipment or
loan money to buy it. You can ask the STAR Program for a free copy.
www.starprogram.state.mn.us/
Minnesota STAR Program 358 Centennial Office
Building 651-201-2640
658 Cedar Street 1-888-234-1267 St. Paul, MN
55155 TTY 1-800-627-3529
DISABILITY MINNESOTA
The purpose of this website is to provide a
single entry point to over 100 Minnesota state agency programs, products, and
services that are devoted to the range of disability issues. We also provide
access to laws, statutes, and regulations in pertinent disability-related areas.
Programs for Youth
4-H Clubs
Big Stone County
Almond Highlanders 4-H Club
Club Leader: Dale & Karen Fitzner, 320-325-5531
Regular Meeting: 2nd Monday, Clinton Memorial Building, 7:30 p.m.
Beardsley Go-Getters 4-H Club
Club Leader: Theresa Diekmann, 320-265-6127
Regular Meeting: 1st Monday, Beardsley Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
Clever Clovers 4-H Club
Club Leaders: Tammy Schumacher, 320-839-2254 Theresa Thomson, 320-273-2350
Regular Meeting: 4th Monday, Eidskog Church, 7:00 p.m.
Odessa Jolly Workers 4-H Club
Club Leaders: Penny BayBridge, 605-862-7926
Regular Meeting: 1st Sunday, 7:30 p.m.
Toqua Troopers 4-H Club
Club Leader: Deb Farwell, 320-748-7667
Regular Meeting: Last Monday, Graceville Community Bldg. 7 p.m.
Chippewa County
Montevideo Area
Cheerful Champs 4-H Club
Theresa Vaubel, 320-269-4887
Deb Stoeckman, 320-269-8962
Wegdahl Willing Workers 4-H Club
Steve & Carmen Haugen, 320-269-9830
Mandt Livewires 4-H Club
Janet Bosch, 320-843-4432
Kelly Anderson, 320-269-6659
Clara City Area
Crate Clovers 4-H ClubRandy & Jan Bourne, 320-367-2876
Sandi Gunter, 320-847-3546
Milan Area
Milan Challengers 4-H Club
Jennifer Berven, 320-269-8749
Stacy Keller, 320-269-9547
Maynard Area
Chippewa Champs 4-H Club
Kelly VanKlompenburg, 320-269-6732
Jackie Wandersee, 320-875-2072
Granite Falls Area
Granite Go Getters 4-H Club
Tim & Denise Crowley, 320-564-4036
Lac qui Parle County
Key Leaders & Assistant Key Leaders
Boyd Rams
MaryAnn Anderson, 320-598-3325
Freeland Telestars
Laurie Kallhoff, 507-223-5196
Patti Haas, 507-277-5525
Garfield Pacers
Terry & Terri Halvorson, 320-598-7565
Gene & Pat Halldorson, 320-598-7325
Hantho Headliners
Bernice Oellien, 320-752-4757
Lakeshore Cloverleafs
Mary Olson, 320-752-4422
Madison Go-Getters
Monica Roggenbuck, 320-598-3711
Anita Devorak, 320-598-7663
Marietta Mustangs
Michelle Schmidt, 320-668-2428
North Stars
Todd & Cindy Brehmer, 320-568-2525
Warren & Becky Trygestad,
320-568-2500
Paul & Janice Streich, 320-668-2332
Riverside Rockets
Ann Jenson, 320-769-2871
Sheri Laechelt, 320-752-4251
Shamrock Dream Achievers
Gloria Kerkaert, 320-598-3325
Lac qui Parle County
Extension Office
600 6th Street
Madison, MN 56256
Phone: 320-598-3325 or
800-255-0736
E-mail: mnext-lacquiparle@um
Swift County
Big Bend Aces 4-H Club
The Big Bend Aces meet one Sunday a month at the
Danvers Hall.
Leaders: Kim Schuerman
Sandy Lye
Theresa Tvedt
Officers: President: Charles Tvedt
Vice President: Sara Schuerman
Secretary: Samantha Goff
Treasurer: Chryseis Tvedt
Reporter: Emily Goff
Photographer: Jacob Goff and Cole Voorhees
Busy Go Getters 4-H Club
The Busy Go Getters meet one Sunday a month at the Law
Enforcement Center in Benson.
Leaders: Julie Kennedy
Officers: President: Sarah Flower
Secretary: Danielle Hanson
Treasurer: Austin Norby
Cashel Hustlers 4-H Club
The Cashel Hustlers meet one Sunday a month at the Law
Enforcement Center in Benson.
Leaders: Linda Luschen
Officers: President: Tyler Luschen
Clontarf Haymakers 4-H Club
The Clontarf Haymakers meet one Sunday a month at the
Clontarf Hall.
Leaders: Lynn Geyer
Katie Reardon
Officers: President: Deb Reardon
Vice President: Cody Kobbermann
Secretary: Molly Staton
Treasurer: David Chamberlain
Cool Club 4-H Club
The Cool Club meets one Sunday a month at the Benson
Fire Hall
Leaders: Christi Ahrndt
Angie Marohl
Officers: Co-Presidents: Kali Ahrndt and Kelsi Ahrndt
Vice President: Mariah Haye
Secretary: Megan Vergin
Treasurer: Samantha Payne
Reporter: Wyatt Vergin
Photographer: Devin Fugleberg
Dublin Victory 4-H Club
The Dublin Victory meet one Sunday a month at the
Murdock Hall.
Leaders: Gina Kelly-Wilts
Kay Nelson
Officers: President: Hannah Wilts
Vice President: Joey Paulsen
Secretary: Tim Rickert
Treasurer: Tyler Carlson
Reporter: Grant Nelson
Hayes Kildare 4-H Club