Peoples Church is a multicultural mission congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church, with a special emphasis on outreach to people living in poverty. Ten years ago Pastor Bob Kelly and Carol Kelly–moved by the spiritual and medical needs of the poor and homeless in the Bemidji, Minnesota area–started the ministry.

Peoples Church offers ministries in worship, referral, hospitality, food, clothing, and other basic needs as well as our unique bike ministry. The congregation is a full-fledged member church of the denomination and is noted for its ministries.

In order to stay at People’s Church individuals must be interviewed by Bob Kelly or Julia Plum.

Planned Parenthood’s nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and doctors are among the best-trained and most experienced experts in sexual and reproductive health. As specialists in this field of medicine, we offer a level of nonjudgmental care that’s hard to find anywhere else.

Planned Parenthood believes giving and getting reliable information leads to a healthier world. Our education work extends beyond lessons in anatomy, birth control, and STD prevention, to explore healthy relationships and sexuality. Millions across the country trust us to provide up-to-date, clear, medically accurate information in a safe, respectful environment.

Wellness & Preventive Care

Low Rent Public Housing:

Bemidji: Northland Apartments and Scattered Site Housing.

Section 8 – Housing Choice Voucher:

Rental assistance subsidy for very low and extremely low income:
Beltrami, Clearwater and Mahnomen Counties.

Bridges:

Subsidy program by referral from the Mental Health Initiative. Beltrami and Hubbard Counties

Re-Entry:

For supervised parolees’ by referral from the Department of Corrections. Beltrami County

Project-Based Vouchers:

Park Place for individuals who are homeless. Conifer Villas and Conifer East for families.

VASH Vouchers:

Bemidji: Vouchers for Veterans.

First Nations Home Health serves the Native American population through seven branch locations in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, and greater Minnesota, including the Duluth and Bemidji areas.  With an approach that is culturally-sensitive to the unique ethnic and linguistic needs of Native Americans, our serves are specifically designed to enhance the health and well-being of individuals both on and off the reservation in Red Lake, White Earth, Leech Lake, Bois Fort, Fond du Lac and Mille Lacs.  Through our Duluth office and Bemidji area locations we offer a variety of home health care services to help support your loved one to live a more independent and fulfilling life at home, whether they’re in an urban or rural setting.  Our team of caregivers, nurses and case managers (many of whom are Native American) provide services that help elders stay at home in familiar cultural surroundings, develop good health habits and reduce hospitalizations.  With services such as skilled nursing, mental health, personal care and homemaking, at First Nations Home Health our goal is to improve the health status of Native Americans who experience an unusual high rate of preventable acute and chronic illnesses.

Home Health: Home Health Aide, Private Duty Nursing and Skilled Nursing to address the medical needs of our clients in their homes, competently working with the medical equipment and supplies required for the client’s care.

Personal Care Services – PCA:  Assistance and support provided for persons with disabilities living independently in the community.  This includes the elderly and others with special health care needs.  PCA services are provided in the recipient’s home or in the community when normal life activities take him/her outside the home.

Home and Community Based Services:  Homemaking, Respite, Chore, and Companion Care.

Mental Health Services:  Children’s therapeutic services and supports (CTSS) and adult rehabilitative mental health services (ARMHS).

Cass Lake:   416 2nd St NW, Cass Lake, MN  56633

PO Box: 727, Cass Lake, MN 56633

218-335-8868 or 877-335-8868

Ogema: 407 East Main St., Ogema, MN  56569

PO Box 22, Ogema, MN 56569

218-983-3900

Corporate Office:  2586 7th Ave E., Suite 302, North St. Paul, MN  55109

651-633-7300 or 877-600-7307

Open to any combat veteran.
Wednesday 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the VA Clinic on 5th Street Bemidji

Temporary and emergency shelter for homeless families and pregnant women.

Village of Hope promotes self worth and independence through the provision of temporary shelter and supportive services for families experiencing homelessness. We are unable to house individuals without families.

Residents are selected in accordance with the following eligibility criteria:

1.  The family unit must be homeless as defined by HUD guidelines.
2. The primary applicant must be at least 18 years old and either pregnant or have primary guardianship/custody of one or more dependent children ages 17 or younger.
3. All qualified households whose income at the time of initial occupancy does not exceed 50% or greater of the statewide or area median household income as determined by HUD and adjusted for families of five or more.
4. Extended family members residing with the family prior to application for shelter at Village of Hope will be included in the definition of the “family unit”.
5. The applicant must not be currently abusing alcohol or drugs.
6. The applicant must be stable on psychiatric medications and prescribed medications for medical conditions and be willing to take them as prescribed.
7. The applicant’s criminal history will be reviewed on an individual basis. Certain offenses may result in denial of admission. These may include sexual offenses requiring the tenant to register with local officials, violent crimes against persons or property, assault, arson or destruction of property.
8. The applicant must not pose a risk of serious harm to self or others.
9. The applicant must express a definite and informed desire to enter the emergency shelter program, including actively participating in a housing search and case management program.
10. The applicant must be willing to accept group living including:
    ~A tolerance and respect for other shelter residents and staff,
    ~A willingness to adhere to shelter rules,
    ~A willingness to fully participate in maintaining the shelter and    sharing cleaning and maintenance duties.
11. If applicant is eligible for Group Residential Housing (GRH), the applicant must be willing to assist VILLAGE OF HOPE in verifying the requirements including documentation of:
    ~Disability and/or chemical dependency,
    ~Income and/or asset verification confirming applicant fits the requirements of the program.

Intake Procedures
Clients or referents call the central intake number (218-751-0722). General questions are answered regarding eligibility, homelessness, and anticipated openings. Referents that are not able to be accommodated immediately are placed on an optional waiting list while every attempt is made to assist the referent in identifying an alternative shelter plan.

Upon vacancy of a family unit the waiting list is reviewed and families with the highest level of need are invited to participate in the application process. This process includes the opportunity to:
1. View the facility
2. Review the terms of the agreement to participate in a housing search and case management
3. Review the resident rules
4. Sign releases of information to verify homelessness
5. Sign releases of information to verify income
Homelessness is determined by utilizing a checklist for eligibility and receiving the verification by a third party in writing, on the Minnesota Housing ”Housing Status Verification/Referral Form” whenever possible. In cases where no written independent verification is possible from a shelter, a case manager or other 3rd party, clients must complete and sign the Minnesota Housing “Housing Status Self-Certification Form” .
Once homelessness is verified, in writing, on the forms provided by Village of Hope, and exclusionary criteria are determined not applicable, applicants are forwarded to the Executive Director for review.

If an applicant is approved, they are accepted and will be allowed to move into Village of Hope. Once a room is available, the homeless advocates will coordinate a move-in date and time with the applicant.

Senior Volunteer Support Services:

Volunteers provide services such as grocery shopping assistance and local transportation for medical or other pre-approved appointments.  (We are unable to provide MA Medical Transportation)  Services are billed on a sliding fee scale.  Requests must be made 3-5 days before the need.

Homemaking and Chore Services:

Homemakers provide light housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry assistance, and shopping as needed.  Services available through county alternative care or elderly waiver, long term care insurance, and private pay basis.

Respite Care:

7 days a week 24 hours per day based on availability.  Certified nursing assistants or qualified volunteers provide relief for the primary caregivers of persons who are chronically ill or living with a disability.  There must be an identified primary caregiver to qualify for this service.  Respite care is available through county alternative care or elderly waiver, long term care insurance and also on a private pay basis on a sliding fee scale.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers:

An evidence based series of six week educational classes focusing on the needs of the caregiver, or family and friends who are caring for older adults, suffering from stroke, Alzheimer’s Parkinson’s disease or similar long term conditions.  The class provides skills and confidence to better care for yourself while caring for others.

Caregiver Coaching and Assessment:

Providing education and emotional support to caregivers.  The support group provides an opportunity for caregivers to say what they are feeing in a supportive environment while learning new strategies and resources in our community.

Caregiver Support Group:

The primary purpose of the Caregiver Support Group is to provide education and emotional support to caregivers.  The support group provides an opportunity for caregivers to say what they are feeling in a supportive environment while learning new strategies and resources in our community.

Aging Life Care Management: 

A holistic, client-centered approach to caring for older adults or others facing ongoing health challenges.  Working with individuals, elders and families, the expertise of Aging Life Care Professionals provides the answers at a time of uncertainty through: Assessment and Service Coordination; Planning and Problem-Solving, Education and Advocacy; Family Caregiver Coaching.

ACT on Alzheimer’s:

A national program designed to create dementia friendly communities that involves: 1) Raising awareness of Alzheimer’s, 2) Transforming attitudes, 3) Moving people to action, and 4) Supporting family and friend caregivers by providing accessible information, resources, and in-person support.  There are multiple options and a variety of services and package plans.  Contact us to inquire about specific costs and to find out if you are eligible to receive a reduced rate.

“CareerForce is made up of an extensive network of partners throughout MN dedicated to assisting career seekers and employers with their employment needs.  Services can be accessed online at CareerForceMN.com or locally at one of 2 Bemidji offices.  Services include job search and career planning assistance, training support for eligible individuals and employers, regional experts in labor market information and workforce strategies, Veteran’s and Vocational Rehabilitation Services, and programs for youth and seniors.  Rural Minnesota Concentrated Employment Program (rmcep.com) is a CareerForce partner located at 2300 24th Street Northwest, Bemidji (Westridge).  Workforce Impact (click on tab for Workforce Impact) is a CareerForce partner located at 616 America Avenue (downtown),  The MN Department of Employment and Economic Development is also a partner located downtown.  If you are an employer with hiring or training needs, or a job seeker who could benefit from resume assistance, training or career exploration, connect with a professional through Careerforcemn.com/bemidji!”

Notice: this is not an unemployment office. Unemployment is applied for online through the department of employment and economic development at uimn.org People wishing to apply for unemployment, may request access to a computer at the MN Career Force.

Student First: A school-based, community-driven program that helps youth identify their strengths and empowers theme to pursue their life goals. Support and guidance are provided to students by professional program staff and a one-on-one, caring adult Success Coach. Located at Bemidji Middle School, Bemidji High School and Kelliher Public Schools.

Bemidji Middle School Truancy Tracker Program: Provides mentoring, tutoring, adult role models and any other necessary means of support to youths in Grades 6-8 to help identify and address issues contributing to truancy.

Re-Engagement Case Management: Provides case management services to students with attendance issues who attend Bemidji High School, Voyageurs Expeditionary School, and Blackduck Schools to reduce truant behavior and prevent court involvement.

Truancy Case Management: Provides case management services to students and families who are involved in the Court system due to truancy.

218-333-8100 (Public Health)/ 218-333-4223 (Social Services)

CHILDREN’S SERVICES AND PROGRAMS:
Child Placement and Respite Services
Child Protection
Children’s Mental Health Services
Family Preservation Services
Foster Care Licensing and Adoptions
Parent Support Outreach and Child Welfare Services

ADULT SERVICES:
Services to Persons with Alcohol and Drug Addiction
Services to Persons with Developmental Disabilities
Services to the Elderly and Physically Disabled Adults and Children
Services to Persons with Serious Mental Illness
Adult Protection Services
Licensing of Adult Foster Care and Child Care

CHILD CARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (CCAP)
Child care assistance is available to parents who are receiving assistance under the Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) and parents whose income is at or below 175% of the Federal Poverty guideline and are in an approved activity. It is important for parents to know their child is well-cared for while they are at work, looking for work, obtaining training or going to school in order to secure employment. Application is required to have eligibility determined. CCAP may not cover all child care costs. Parental amounts depend on the family’s income, the number of people in the family, and how much the child care provider charges. The goal is to assist the family to maintain employment and gain self-sufficiency.

CHILD SUPPORT
Every child needs financial and emotional support and every child has the right to support from both parents. Minnesota’s child support program benefits children by enforcing parental responsibility for child support.
Either parent of a child may apply or qualify for certain support services from the Child Support Unit. Depending on the circumstances associated with the case, there may be fees assessed for collection unless the applicant receives public assistance (Minnesota Family Investment Program, Medical Assistance, MinnesotaCare, or Childcare Assistance.)

Services available:
*Locating parents
*Establishing parentage
*Establishing and enforcing court orders for basic medical and childcare
support
*Working with other states to enforce support orders
*Collecting and processing payments
*Assisting clients throughout the child support process
*Closing cases

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Cash Assistance
Food Support
Medical Programs
Emergency Assistance

PUBLIC HEALTH
Home Health Care – Administer a Class A License Medicare certified home health care program.

WIC – Women, Infants, & Children – Nutrition and breast feeding education program.

Immunization Clinic – Immunizations are available for infants, children, and adults.

Maternal and Child Health Family Home Visiting – Visits to pregnant women, infants and children for assessment, education, support and referral for community resources.

Child & Teen Checkups – Child and Teen Checkups and follow-up for children 0-21 years who are eligible for Medical Assistance.

Car Seat Education – Child passenger Safety Seat Technicians instruct on proper use of and assist with installation of car seats for infants and children.

PrimeWest – A Medicaid-managed health plan serving 13 rural counties in Minnesota. The plan was created to respond to the specific needs of their low-income residents.

Public Health Preparedness – Planning with community partners for coordinated emergency response to natural and man-made disasters.

BELTRAMI COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH PROVIDES WOMEN, INFANTS, CHILDREN (WIC), IMMUNIZATIONS, CHILD AND TEEN CHECKUPS, MATERNAL CHILD HEALTH, FAMILY HOME VISITING.

SERVICES INCLUDE:
SHOTS FOR ALL AGES, BREASTFEEDING COUNSELING, HOME VISITS, PLANNING FOR COMMUNITY WIDE EMERGENCIES, HEALTH SCREENINGS, EDUCATION AND REFERRALS

Veterans Service provides benefits and services to the veterans and their dependents in a responsive, timely and compassionate manner in recognition of their service to the Nation.

It is the goal , in partnership with the Veterans Health Administration and the National Cemetery Administration, to provide benefits and services to the veterans and their families in recognition of their service to the Nation. Our vision is that the veterans whom we serve will feel that our Nation has kept its commitment to them. Courage, honesty, trust, respect, open communication, and accountability will be reflected in our day to day behavior.

Veteran Service Officers are qualified and certified by the State of Minnesota and the Department of Veterans Affairs to file claims in the behalf of veterans.

For a Copy of a Military Discharge (DD214), a Request for the Release of Private Data must be submitted.

Employment and training services to residents of Beltrami, Clearwater, Lake of the Woods, Hubbard and Cass Counties.

Low cost used clothing and household supplies.  Donations accepted during open hours.

The Student Center for Health and Counseling is a comprehensive and integrated health care facility that includes both health and counseling services. We provide college students with access to primary health care, ongoing health maintenance, information about health and disease prevention, individualized personal counseling, group therapy, and a host of outreach health education programs. We also provide an integrated approach toward health care that meets individual needs of BSU & NTC students. Available to students enrolled at BSU or NTC.

1500 Birchmont Drive
Cedar Hall 1st Floor
Bemidji MN 56601