Getting help to stay in your home Services can include: Personal care Equipment and supplies Home-delivered meals Living skills training Services such as cleaning and meal preparation Respite care These services are designed to help people stay in their home who might otherwise be at risk of having to leave their home. Services are an alternative to institutionalization, helping people live as independently as possible in the community. Services are available to seniors and people with a disability (adults and children). Programs that provide these services are available to people who meet eligibility criteria. More information Talk to someone by phone Senior LinkAge line: information and assistance to seniors Disability HUB MN: for people under 65 with disabilities Hennepin County Front Door: talk to a county staff member about your options (including referrals and information) 612-348-4111 Information on specific programs Department of Human Services website for seniors Department of Human Services website for people with disabilities Hennepin County social services community information sessions (PDF) For veterans Veterans service office of Hennepin County
Getting supportive services in the community Services can include: Employment support Day programs Residential living options like customized living and adult foster care Support for your caregiver Transportation These services are designed to help people feel connected to the communities they live in. Services are an alternative to institutionalization, helping people feel integrated in their community. Programs that provide these services are available to people who meet eligibility criteria. More information Talk to someone by phone Senior LinkAge line: information and assistance to seniors Disability HUB MN: for people under 65 with disabilities Hennepin County Front Door: talk to a county staff member about your options (including referrals and information) 612-348-4111 Information on specific programs Department of Human Services website for seniors Department of Human Services website for people with disabilities Hennepin County social services community information sessions (PDF) For veterans Veterans service office of Hennepin County
For anyone seeking services for a child Services can include: An assessment of needs A short-term service plan with the family Referrals to community resources Case management for mental health or developmental disabilities Help for parents struggling to access services Talk to someone by phone Call Hennepin County Front Door. Talk to a county staff member about your options (including referrals and information) at 612-348-4111.
Helping adults maintain their mental and social well being Services can include: An assessment of needs A short-term service plan with the individual Referrals to community resources Case management for mental health or developmental disabilities Major cleanup to avoid losing your home Talk to someone by phone Call Hennepin County Front Door. Talk to a county staff member about your options (including referrals and information) at 612-348-4111.
For people currently receiving county services Find a specific county employee Call the county's directory assistance at 612-348-3000. Ask about the status of your referral Call Hennepin County Front Door at 612-348-4111.
Information sessions See dates, times and topics. Hennepin County social services community information sessions (PDF)