Resources

(Local and some national organizations as well. Listed in alphabetical order.)

Adult Services and Helpful County Service Directories


Crisis Lines 

United Way Crisis line 211 (24/7)  Confidential information and referrals to Social Services, Healthcare, and more.

Report Discrimination or 1-833-454-0148

360 Communities 952- 985-5300. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Call 800-273-8255 or Text MN to 741741 (24/7) 

Minnesota Warmline 651-288-0400 or Text SUPPORT to 85511 (24/7) 

Poison Control. If you suspect poisoning, call the Minnesota Poison Center immediately at 1-800-222-1222. Do not wait for symptoms to appear. If the person is unconscious or in immediate distress, call 911.


Disability Issues 


Emergencies

Call 911, For any situation that requires the response of police, fire, or emergency medical personnel. 

If you are the victim of a crime, including a hate crime, or fear for your safety, call 911 immediately.


*Health Insurance Programs/Sliding Fee Payments or Free/Uninsured or Cultural Health Care Centers/Programs*

CUHCC - Community-University Health Care Clinic Sliding Fee Clinic for uninsured/Culturally Sensitive 

Portico Healthnet.   Helps the uninsured access affordable medical, dental, and behavioral health coverage and care.

United Way Crisis line 211 (24/7)  Confidential information and referrals to Social Services, Healthcare, and more.  

Minnesota Help. Senior and Disability Linkageline for referrals for healthcare, long-term care, services-related issues, etc...

Neighborhood Health Care Network  Information on Medical, dental, and counseling services for the uninsured on a sliding fee-scale or flexible payment plan.

Goodwill Easter Seal offers free used medical equipment rentals. 

Pathways Minneapolis - Healing Crisis Center - Free

Sukoon Healing of the Mind Helpline - Free Cultural Mental Health Wellness Helpline


Food Shelves

Volunteers Enlisted to Assist People (VEAP) Neighbors helping neighbors with problems of hunger, poverty, disability, and isolation.

Fare for All is A Grocery buying program that helps people save 30-40% on fresh produce, and other basic groceries.

Meals on Wheels. Delivers hot, nutritious meals Mon-Fri to homebound residents. 

South Metro Islamic Center Food Shelf Usually 2nd Sunday of each month at 11 AM in Rosemount.   


Housing Options and Affordable Home Furnishings

Habitat for Humanity builds or re-built homes for low-income families.

Bridging, Inc. Distributes free beds, furniture, and household goods to people in transition. 


Employment Resources

Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Promotes business recruitment, expansion, and retention; workforce development; international trade; and community development.


Legal Aid Organizations

Serves Hennepin County

Casa de Esperanza  Provides advocacy, assistance, and training to ensure the safety of domestic abuse survivors and their children. (Spanish and English Speakers)

Immigration Law Center of MN   Legal representation in immigration matters to low-income immigrants


Recreation Clubs for Kids


Senior Services 

Senior Community Services. Nonprofit serving seniors 60+ in Hennepin County through free or low-cost inside and outside chore programs and through community social workers.


Twin Cities Transporation 

Metro Transit  Public transit

Transit Link If you don't have regular transit routes

Metro Mobility For individuals with disabilities


Veterans

Minneapolis VA Health Care Systems 612-725-2000, www.minneapolis.va.gov

St. Paul Vet Centers 651-644-4022, www.vetcenter.va.gov

Military One Source 800-342-9647, www.miltaryonesource.mil 


Vocational Services 


Women Services


Youth and Teens Services

The Trevor Project for LGBTQ teens and young adults 866-488-7386 


Other Valuable Resources Websites


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