Assistance
Resources for youth
Every young person’s journey to adulthood is different. Find out how Hennepin County can help you get the right help at the right time.
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Economic supports
You can access or renew economic benefits in minutes, wherever and whenever you need them. You can save time by connecting with us online or by phone.
For more detailed information, visit economic supports.
Economic supports
Find food, cash, emergency and child care assistance, and housing support.
Child support
Hennepin County Child Support provides four primary services:
- Establish paternity, including genetic testing
- Establish court orders for child support
- Collect child support and enforce court orders
- Help families modify court orders when things change
Learn more about child support services.
For information or support
Call 612-596-1300 Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
We have staff who are ready to answer questions or walk you through your application.
Health and wellness
Health insurance
Get health insurance through the State of Minnesota.
- Apply at MNsure
- 612-596-1300
Free health care services
Get preventive care for people 20 years old and younger.
- Child and Teen Checkups
- 612-348-5131
Youth-friendly clinics
Find a clinic near your neighborhood.
Myself My Health lists clinics for young adults in the Twin Cities metro area.
Teen birth prevention and sexual health
Get connected to learn about adolescent sexual health and well-being.
- Better Together Hennepin
- 612-348-2082
Hennepin County partner clinics
NorthPoint Health & Wellness Clinic
Medical and dental services in North Minneapolis
- NorthPoint Health & Wellness
- 612-543-2500
Red Door Clinic
Testing/treatment for STDs and HIV
- Red Door Clinic
- 612-543-5555
Public Health Clinic
TB control; refugees/immigrant health screening
- Public Health Clinic
- 612-543-5555
Health Care for the Homeless
Health care in the community for people experiencing homelessness
- Health Care for the Homeless
- 612-348-5553
Mental Health Center
Outpatient treatment for psychiatric and substance use disorders
- Mental Health Center
- 612-596-9438
Hennepin County Medical Center clinics
Full-service hospital, and clinics in Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Minneapolis, Richfield and St. Anthony
- Hennepin Healthcare
- 612-873-6963
Behavioral health
Mental health emergencies
If someone is in immediate physical harm, call 911.
- Connect with Cope, the Hennepin County mobile crisis team
- 612-596-1223
1800 Chicago – Behavioral Health Center
Hennepin County residents 18 and older can get walk-in help with needs related to mental health and substance use disorder.
Learn more about walk-in behavioral health support.
School mental health
Every public school district in Hennepin County has onsite mental health resources. Talk with your school counselor to learn more.
Harm reduction
Learn about needle exchange and other services.
Find out about services offered at Red Door Clinic.
Supports for people with disabilities
Housing and homelessness
Learn about programs to help prevent homelessness and to help you transition into housing
Help to keep the housing you have
Get information about preventing eviction, finding shelter and getting support to access housing
Homelessness and housing resources
Information about shelter
Locate shelter programs specifically for youth and young parents.
Housing with supports
Connect to services, including group residential housing, board and lodge, supportive housing and independent living.
Education
Resources at your library
Get information about in-person and virtual tutoring programs and many free educational resources.
Get hands-on experience with technological and creative tools at Best Buy Teen Tech centers, including music and video production equipment, interactive programming, digital photography, graphic design and more.
Supports for young parents and youth on probation
Get help as you work toward your high school diploma or GED and explore postsecondary options.
Talk to your guidance counselor, probation officer or public health nurse to get information or a referral to TeenHOPE or Pathways.
Education and job support for youth
Resources for students who struggle with school attendance
Get help identifying and addressing barriers to school attendance with support from the Hennepin County Attorney's Office's Be at School program. They have informational sessions and can connect youth to voluntary services.
Employment
Learn about training programs, seasonal jobs and careers at Hennepin County and our partners.
Information for job seekers
Learn about the many resources for people who are interested in working, including job fairs and hiring events, employment resources and services for veterans and youth.
Find many resources for resume-building and interviewing at a library.
Opportunities at Hennepin County
Find information about jobs at Hennepin County, from internships to special career training programs and more.
If you're still trying to find your interests, consider volunteering.
Supports for young parents and youth on probation
Explore careers that interest you and get connected to paid internships, job training and other employment resources.
Talk to your guidance counselor, probation officer or public health nurse to get information or a referral to TeenHOPE or Pathways.
Education and job support for youth
Child care help
Get help finding and paying for care while you are working or going to school.
Safety and legal help
Safety in your community
Hennepin County is committed to helping all residents to be safe in our communities. If your safety is threatened, you have several options.
If you or someone else is in immediate physical danger, call 911.
Learn more and make a report
Call 612-348-5073 during business hours, or Day One at 1-866-223-1111 or text 612-399-9995.
Advocates for you
Learn about staff who can help you in civil matters.
IDs and documents
Get your documents in order
Learn about the different types of identification you can get, and how to apply.
Service center appointments
Spend less time waiting and schedule an appointment.