Assistance
Resources for youth
Everyone’s life looks different. No matter where you’re at — in school, working, transitioning to adulthood or figuring things out — we have free programs to support you.
Financial assistance
Money, food and basic needs
Find food, cash, emergency assistance, and housing support.
Child care help
Get help finding and paying for care while you are working or going to school.
Child support help
We can help you with child support for your children:
- Figure out who the parent of your child is
- Set up child support
- Make sure child support payments get collected
- Change child support orders if your life changes
Health and wellness
Health insurance
Get free or low-cost health insurance through the Minnesota Department of Human Services.
Free health care services for youth
Get checkups, shots and other preventive care for people 20 years old and younger.
- Child and Teen Checkups
- 612-348-5131
Youth-friendly clinics
Find a clinic near you at Myself Health.
Sexual health and pregnancy prevention
Learn about birth control, healthy relationships, safer sex and sexual health.
- Better Together Hennepin
- 612-348-2082
Hennepin County partner clinics
NorthPoint Health & Wellness Clinic
General medical and dental care.
- NorthPoint Health & Wellness
- 612-543-2500
Red Door Clinic
STD and HIV testing and treatment.
- Red Door Clinic
- 612-543-5555
Public Health Clinic
TB testing and health screenings for immigrants and refugees.
- Public Health Clinic
- 612-543-5555
Health Care for the Homeless
Health care in the community for people without stable housing.
- Health Care for the Homeless
- 612-348-5553
Mental Health Center
Counseling for mental health and substance use.
- Mental Health Center
- 612-596-9438
Hennepin County Medical Center clinics
Full-service hospital, and clinics across the Twin Cities.
- Hennepin Healthcare
- 612-873-6963
Mental health and crisis support
Mental health emergencies
If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.
Cope’s mobile crisis team provides urgent mental health support 24/7.
- Cope
- 612-596-1223
Walk-in mental health help (ages 18 and older)
Get same-day support for mental health and substance use challenges.
School mental health support
Every public school district in Hennepin County has onsite mental health resources.
- Talk with your school counselor to learn more.
Harm reduction
Learn about safer use, needle exchange and health support.
Supports for people with disabilities
Housing and homelessness
Learn about programs to help prevent homelessness and to help you transition into housing.
Help staying in your housing
Find support for preventing eviction, getting emergency shelter, or finding new housing.
Youth shelter
Find open shelter beds for youth and young parents.
Housing with supports
Learn about supportive housing, group housing and independent living programs.
Education
School and learning support at the library
Your library offers:
- Free tutoring
- Homework help
- Online learning tools
- Quiet study spaces
Use creative tools, including:
- Music studios
- Video editing
- Digital art
- Coding stations
- Photography equipment
Help with school attendance
The Be at School program can help you figure out what’s getting in the way of attending school and connect you to support.
Employment
Learn about training programs, seasonal jobs and careers at Hennepin County and our partners.
Job search help
Learn about the many resources for youth who are interested in working, including job fairs and hiring events, resume help, interview practice and work-readiness support.
Jobs and internships at Hennepin County
Learn about internships, seasonal jobs and career programs at Hennepin County.
Volunteering
Volunteering is a great way to build skills and explore interests.
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.
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’re in danger, call 911 immediately.
Learn more about resources to keep youth safe:
Call the Domestic Abuse Service Center during business hours at 612-348-5073.
Contact Day One 24/7:
- Call 1-866-223-1111
- Text 612-399-9995
Legal help for non-criminal matters
Staff can help you in civil matters, including:
- Eviction or housing problems
- Money or debt issues
- Benefits or paperwork
- Court forms and legal questions
IDs and documents
Get your documents in order
Learn how to get or place important documents, like an ID or driver’s license.