Bridges Housing Program

619 America Avenue Northwest, Bemidji, MN, USA
619 America Avenue Northwest Bemidji Minnesota 56601 US

The Bridges Rental Assistance Program provides housing assistance for people with very low incomes and a mental illness while they wait for a Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) or another rental subsidy. Eligible uses for Bridges funding include temporary rental assistance payments and security deposits paid directly to the landlords on behalf of qualified participants.

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619 America Ave NW, Bemidji, MN 56601 0.02 km
218-444-4522218-444-4522
218-444-4521

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.

 

616 America Avenue Suite 170, Bemidji MN 56601 0.09 km
218-333-8264/1-888-534-4432218-333-8264/1-888-534-4432
218-333-8263

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.

616 America Avenue Suite 210, Bemidji MN 56601 0.09 km
218-333-8200218-333-8200

“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.

616 America Ave NW Suite 160, Bemidji, MN 56601 0.09 km

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.

616 America Avenue, Bemidji MN 56601 0.09 km

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

616 America Avenue Suite 140, Bemidji MN 56601 0.09 km

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.

616 America Ave, Suite #220, Bemidji MN 56601 0.09 km
218-333-8200218-333-8200

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

616 America Ave., Suite #170, Bemidji, MN 56601 0.09 km

A neutral, child friendly site for conflict free custody exchanges and documented supervised visitation by two staff.  All custodial parties must complete an intake before service will be scheduled.  Court orders not mandatory.  Services are provided on a sliding fee basis.  Services are available Monday – Friday and every other weekend depending on availability.

616 America Avenue Northwest, Bemidji, MN, United States 0.09 km

Employment and training services for Beltrami County.  Services include job search and career planning assistance, training support for eligible individuals and employers, resume and cover letter preparation, and job application assistance are available.

Offices at County Community Service Center Building, 2nd Floor

509 America Ave NW, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA 0.1 km
522 America Avenue Northwest, Bemidji, MN, United States 0.11 km
218-444-5516218-444-5516

A nighttime shelter for chronic homeless people struggling with chemical dependency.  Able to house 16 people during the winter months. Serving single adults 18+ years old, male or female.  Showers and laundry facilities are available on site. Clients CAN be intoxicated upon arrival. Hours of access: 8 p.m. to 8 a.m.

Wolfe Center – 522 America Ave NW, Bemidji MN 56601 – Loc8NearMe

206 Minnesota Avenue Northwest, Bemidji, MN, USA 0.14 km


Services
Housing Matters connects and supports clients in the following areas:

Landlord and Tenancy Supports

Community Resources

In Home Case Management

Independent Living Skills

Assistance in understanding benefits

And many other services

519 Minnesota Avenue NW Bemidji MN 56601 0.16 km

Headwaters Music &  Arts is an independent non-profit located in downtown Bemidji.  Our mission is to provide opportunities for creativity through instruction and inspire the community through music and the arts.  We believe that we can further enrich the health and wellness of individuals and the community by offering exceptional music and art education programs and events to all.

Our music program includes one-on-one music lessons on a wide variety of instruments as well as vocal instruction, pre-school parent-child music classes, and music enrichment events.  Community initiatives include a senior chorus, bell choir, and monthly open mic nights.  Art offerings include pottery for youth and adults, child and teen after school art clubs, and workshops and classes for kids and adults.  Financial assistance is available for most youth activities.

 

 

525 Mississippi Ave NW, Bemidji MN 56601 0.18 km

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.

824 America Ave NW, Bemidji MN 56601 0.21 km

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.

522 Minnesota Ave, Bemidji MN 56601 0.22 km

The Bemidji Area Office (BAO) provides service and support to 34 Federally-recognized Tribes and 4 Urban Indian Health programs located in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin. Tribal Health services are provided through 11 P.L. 93-638 Title V compacts and 23 Title I contracts. Urban Indian Health programs are located in Chicago, IL; Detroit, MI; Milwaukee, WI; and Minneapolis, MN. Tribes in the Bemidji Area include Ojibwe (Chippewa), Ho-Chunk, Menominee, Mohican, Oneida, Odawa, Potawatomi, and Sioux.

The BAO operates 3 Federal/direct service programs on behalf of the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe, Red Lake Band of Chippewa Indians and the White Earth Band of Chippewa Indians of Minnesota. These Federal/direct service programs, Cass Lake Hospital, Red Lake Hospital, and White Earth Health Center, are staffed by approximately 500 federal civil service employees and Public Health Service (PHS) Commissioned Officers. These federal employees are comprised of physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, laboratory technicians, radiology technicians, behavioral health practitioners, dentists, dental assistants, dental hygienists, optometrists, optical technicians, dietitians, pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, physical therapists, engineers, sanitarians, equipment technicians, health information managers, administrators, acquisition, supply, finance, information technology and clerical staff. In addition, there are numerous specialty clinics provided in our Federal/direct service programs by local private health care specialists.

Tribal and Urban programs directly employ a multitude of health care providers and allied staff such as, mental health, substance abuse counselors, and community health nurses and representatives. Services not available through Tribal or BAO Federal/direct service programs may be delivered through Contract Health Services (CHS).

403 4th Street NW, Bemidji MN 56601 0.26 km

Holistic Support for People with Disabilities

LSS is committed to supporting individuals in making their own decisions that shape their quality of life, empowering them to live the life they imagine for themselves. Person-centered support means our wide array of services are specifically designed to meet the unique needs of individuals in a variety of settings.

My Life, My Choices is our innovative service delivery design focused on ensuring people with disabilities have meaningful relationships, access to services and opportunity to contribute to community.

 

The Bemidji LSS provides disability services, which include: Respite, In-Home services, Employment services, Housing Coordination Access, and Independent Living Skills.

 

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LSS Statewide Services
LSS Adoption
Telephone: (888) 205-3769
Domestic, International, Special Needs, Birth Parent and Post-adoption Services

LSS Financial Counseling Service
Telephone: (888) 577-2227
Budget Counseling, Debt Management, and Counseling that concerns Housing, Bankruptcy, Reverse Mortgage or Credit Reports. Offices in Brainerd, Duluth, Eveleth, Hopkins, Mankato, Minneapolis, St. Paul, Willmar.

LSS Foster Grandparent and Senior Companion Services
Telephone: (888) 205-3770
Senior volunteers with stipends provide tutoring services for school children or companionship and assistance for people who are elderly and frail. Services are provided in many counties. Call for additional information.

LSS Guardianship Options
Guardianship Options include Guardianship, Conservatorship, Power of Attorney, Care Coordination, and Personal Representative of the Estate.

LSS LifeWorks Employee Resource
Telephone: (888) 988-0098
Employee Assistance Programs, Organizational Development and Training
LSS Pregnancy and Birth Parent Services
Telephone: (888) 205-3769
Free confidential, non-directive pregnancy counseling 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at all stages of pregnancy.

403 4th St. NW Suite 300, Bemidji MN 56601 0.26 km

Bemidji Area Program for Recovery
(BAPR) is designed to help individuals experiencing difficulty in their lives due
to substance abuse and dependence.  Education for domestic violence offenders as well as anger management for adults and juveniles.

Our services address single and multiple substance abuse problems and related mental health concerns.
We are compatible with the philosophy
of 12-step programs.

SERVICE AREAS
Men’s group
Women’s group
Adolescent group
Co-occurring disorders group
Gambling services
Chemical awareness/ diversion class
DWI clinic
After care services
Steps to Freedom at the Beltrami County Jail

We offer outpatient programs and dual diagnosis services for clients with substance abuse and mental issues as well.

Substance Use Assessments/ Rule 25
We offer timely rule 25 assessments and are happy to bill most insurances please call for more information.

403 4th St NW,Suite 110, Bemidji MN 56601 0.26 km
218-444-6162218-444-6162

Outpatient therapy

Marriage, Family, Child & Individual Counselors, Counseling Services

 

403 4th St NW, Suite 110, Bemidji, MN 56601 0.26 km
218-444-5660218-444-5660

Serving individuals, couples and families, adults, adolescents, and children ages 8 and up.  Specializations:  Anxiety, depression, li fe changes and transitions, loss and grief, relationship issues, communication, assertiveness skills, faith and spirituality, mood and emotion regulation, sexual abuse and other forms of trauma, self-growth and gaining increased insight about oneself.  Medical Assistance, Prime West, and Blue Cross/Blue Shield accepted as payment.  Also some employee assistance programs.

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