Children and Families

Provides a comprehensive early childhood program for low income families. Programming includes health, nutrition, mental health, disability and family support services. Serves pregnant mothers, children birth to 5 years old, and their families. Provides services to children who may have special needs or disabilities. Offers limited opportunities for families who are over income. Works through the Child and Adult Care Food Program to provide nutritious meals and snacks.

• 218-834-2280
• 218-749-2912 ext. 7351

• https://www.aeoa.org/arrowhead-head-start-overview

• Norlen Industrial Park
  2124 10th Street
  Two Harbors, MN 55616
  

Providing mental health services to children, teens, young adults and their families. Programs include partial (outpatient) hospitalization programs for children, youth and adolescents, substance use disorder intervention (ages 12-18), intensive outpatient programming (ages 18-25), and comprehensive assessment and intervention (birth to kindergarten)

• 218-355-2100
• Text "MN" to 741741 (crisis text line)
• 844-772-4724 (24-hour regional crisis phone line)

• http://www.amberwing.org/

• 615 Pecan Avenue
  Duluth, MN 55811

• amberwing@essentiahealth.org

Core services include individual advocacy for people with disabilities, system advocacy, family support and IEP advocacy, education, information and resources. Also offers FASD education, intervention and prevention programs, and parent and caregiver education workshops. Also offers sexuality/relationship/boundaries training for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

• Extreme Parenting Group
  This group provides education and support to parents who have children with emotional/behavioral disabilities. Lunch and childcare are provided.
• Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Parenting Group
  This group provides education and support to parents who have children who have an FASD. Lunch and childcare are provided.
• PCA Choice
  Services that help people with disabilities live independently in the community or in their family home.
• Housing Access Services
  Assists qualifying people with disabilities in locating affordable, accessible housing.
• People First
  Monthly self-advocacy group for adults with disabilities.

• (218) 726-4725

• http://www.arcnorthland.org/

• Suite 500
  424 W Superior St
  Duluth, MN 55802

• (no email address available)

Comprehensive outpatient mental health services on a sliding fee scale for children, adolescents, and adults. Offering therapy, marriage and family counseling, psychological assessments, personality tests, IQ testing, court ordered forensic evaluations, school assessments, Rule 20 and 25 assessments, parenting psychological evaluations and anger management groups for adults and adolescents.

We specialize in the following:

• Evaluation and Diagnostics
• Depression
• Overcoming Fear and Anxiety
• Couples Counselling
• Coping with Stress
• Individual Therapy
• Healing the Heart
• Chronic Pain Treatment
• Critical Incident Debriefing
• Sports Psychology
• Attention Deficit Disorder and Evaluation
• Preschooler/Child and Adolescent Evaluations
• Keeping the Magic of Love Alive
• Chemical Dependency Counselling
• Divorce Prevention
• Disability and Rehabilitation

• 218-723-8153

• http://www.mnpsych.com/

• 715 East Central Entrance
  Duluth, MN 55811
  

Clothing Room-Offers newborn to size 7 in kids clothing, diapers, wipes, blankets, hygiene products and other baby equipment (items are donated, so selection may vary) to those in need, free of charge. Call ahead to schedule a same day appointment. Open Monday through Friday.

• 218-302-6879

• http://www.lssmn.org/crisisnursery

• 1422 E Superior Street
  Duluth, MN 55805

Caring closets offer a variety of hygiene products, clothing and miscellaneous items for students. Items available are body wash, shampoo, conditioner, hair ties, combs and brushes, feminine hygiene products, lotion, razors, shaving cream, lip balm, deodorant, dental floss and many more. Leggings, shirts, socks, underwear, sweatpants and sweatshirts are also available. Caring closets are located at the Minnehaha Elementary and Two Harbors High Schools. If school is not in session, a caring closet is also available to students at Cooperative Light and Power.

*If you have items to donate, please drop them off at Cooperative Light and Power.

• Minnehaha Elementary School
  421 7th Street
  Two Harbors, MN 55616
• Two Harbors High School
  1640 Highway 2
  Two Harbors, MN 55616

Current child care providers in Lake County are listed below. You may call the provider directly to ask about openings or you may contact CHILD CARE AWARE (1-888-291-9811) for information on availability, hours, etc.

Many affordable health and wellness classes are offered through the Two Harbors and Silver Bay Community Education programs in various communities throughout Lake County.

• Early Childhood Family Education-ECFE is a program for parents with children ages birth to pre-kindergarten five. Families participate in activities to build social, cognitive and motor skills. Parent education is provided through lively and informative discussions about everyday life as a parent. Registration is required for mixed age session. Fees are based on a sliding fee scale and can be waived if necessary. For more information: 218-226-4437 ext. 8158 or www.isd381.org
• Early Childhood Screening-Quick and simple check of how children are doing between the ages of 3 to 4 years. It identifies, at an early stage, possible learning or health concerns so that children can get needed help before starting school. Early childhood screening is required for entrance in Minnesota’s public schools and is offered throughout the year. 218-226-4437 ext. 8158 or www.isd381.org.
• Little Mariner and Little Agates Preschool is available for children ages 3- 5 years old. The goal in preschool is to instill a love of learning, build skills for kindergarten and to have FUN! All of our Preschool sites are Parent Aware 4 Star Rated. 218-834-8201 ext. 8230 or 218-226-4437 ext. 8137 or www.isd381.org.
• Kids and Co. (Phone: 218-834-8221 ext. 8423) is located in the Minnehaha Elementary school, provides children 3 years old through the end of 5th grade with before, during and after school supervision and activities. Open 6am-6pm.

• 218-834-8201 ext. 8230 Two Harbors
• 218-226-4437 ext. 8137 Silver Bay

• https://www.isd381.k12.mn.us/community-ed/

Mediation is an alternative to going to court. This program connects those seeking conflict resolution services to local mediation service providers. Services are provided on a sliding fee basis and no one is turned away for an inability to pay. Mediation can help resolve conflicts between neighbors, landlords and tenants, family relationships, parenting time, workplace issues, etc.

• 833-266-2663

• https://communitymediationmn.org/

Providing financial, educational and material assistance (including portable cribs) to women and babies in crisis that live in Minnesota. Contact parenting agency (below) to obtain an application:

1. St. Louis County Public Health phone: (218) 725-5231
2. Women’s Care Center phone: (218) 623-7100
3. Birthright of Duluth phone: 218-723-1801

• (651) 636-0637 ext 104

• https://cradleofhope.org/

Many activities are available at the Clair Nelson Center, such as bonebuilders exercise class, yoga, dancing, crafting, alcoholics anonymous, and youth open gym nights. Please visit their website for more information.

• 218-353-0300

• https://friendsoffinland.org/

• Clair Nelson Center
  6866 Cramer Road
  Finland, MN 55603

HDC offers same day appointments for the following programs: addiction services, adult and child case management, adult and child psychotherapy, ARMHS, behavioral home health, CTSS, early childhood, and employment services. HDC is now offering a youth outreach program to teens ages 12-18 (see more information below).

• Mental Health-Offers a continuum of outpatient mental health services for all ages. Services include individual, family and couples counseling, school-based therapy, Adult Rehabilitative Mental Health Services, Targeted Case Management, Children’s Therapeutic Services and Supports, including skills groups, psychiatric services, peer support and employment services.  Crisis appointments available.  Most major insurances, including MA, are accepted.  Nobody is turned away for an inability to pay.
• Youth Outreach-Offers a safe space, staffed by a CTSS provider and intern, for all teens ages 12-18 to hang out, learn about mental health, create friendships and provide a space where they feel supported, respected and safe. Activities may include crafts, movies, games, music, etc. Group meets Mondays from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Waterfront Center, 606 2nd Avenue, Two Harbors.
• Chemical Health-Offers Rule 25 and comprehensive chemical health assessments, intensive outpatient group programming, dual diagnosis (MI/CD) treatment services, substance abuse disorder counseling, peer support services, case management and monitoring and aftercare support services.
• Employment Connection-Provides community placement services that assist clients to define vocational goals and then find and maintain competitive employment in the community. Assists in searching for, finding, and maintaining employment. The Employment Connection is a vocational program that is specially designed to help adults with mental illness, serious mental illness and serious and persistent mental illness find and keep employment in the community. All referrals go through an assessment of needs and eligibility process.
• MFIP and DWP Employment and Training Program-Offers job search and supportive services to eligible persons with dependents.

• 218-834-5520 (Two Harbors)
• 218-728-4491 (Duluth)
• 218-834-5520 (Silver Bay)

• https://www.humandevelopmentcenter.org/

• 325 11th Avenue
  Two Harbors, MN 55616
• 1401 E 1st Street
  Duluth, MN 55805
• 99 Edison Blvd.
  Silver Bay, MN 55614

Provides in person and online individual therapy, couples therapy, sex therapy, and family therapy services. We work with clients of all ages that are experiencing a range of mental health symptoms, substance abuse issues, stressful life circumstances, or those simply looking to improve themselves. See our website for further details on the specialties of each of our therapists.

• 218-595-7997 (phone)
• 218-392-3898 (fax)

• https://www.kalinacounseling.com/

• Agate Bay Professional Suites
  120 7th Street
  Two Harbors, MN 55616

• info@kalinacounseling.com

Offers infant care, toddler classes (16 to 33 months) and preschool (33 months to 5 years).

• 218-510-0598

• http://www.kickstartpreschool.com/

• 1073 Highway 61 Two Harbors, MN 55616

• Health Care-Medical Assistance, Medical Assistance for Employed Persons with Disabilities, Long Term Care, TEFRA, Medicare Savings Program.
• Mental Health Services-Case Management services for children and adults.
• Cash Assistance-Minnesota Family Investment Program, Diversionary Work Program, Minnesota Supplemental Aid, General Assistance, Housing Supports (formerly known as Group Residential Housing). Apply for Cash Assistance benefits at https://mnbenefits.mn.gov/
• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (formerly known as food stamps and/or food support)-Apply for SNAP benefits at https://mnbenefits.mn.gov/
• Emergency Programs-Emergency Assistance and Emergency General Assistance. Apply for Emergency Assistance benefits at https://mnbenefits.mn.gov/
• Car Seat Installations-A certified car seat technician is available to assist you.
• Child and Teen Check-up-Program for children on Medical Assistance and Minnesota Care. Information is available about good physical health, development and growth, hearing and vision checks and immunizations. Complete physical exams are also available at your local clinic.
• Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)-May be available to families who are employed, seeking employment, or are in school or training. Apply for CCAP benefits by calling our office, picking up an application or going on-line at https://applymn.dhs.mn.gov.
• Child Protection-Workers receive reports of possible physical, emotional or sexual abuse and/or neglect and take appropriate action to provide safety for the children.
• Child Foster Care Services-A licensed, home-like setting for children who are unable to live with their families and need placement on emergency, temporary, long-term or respite basis.
• Children and Family Services-Voluntary services to help families stay together; provides ongoing case management with individualized plans and assistance for your family’s needs.
• Family Based Services-Provides parent education and counseling in the family home as an alternative to an out-of-home placement or preparing for a child to return home.
• Follow Along Program-Babies and children grow and learn at their own rate. Some children need special help to grow up healthy and learn skills such as sitting, walking, or talking. This program is to help determine if this is true for your child.
• Newborn Home Visits-Visits to a home or in the office by a public health nurse specializing in parent and child health. A visit will include weighing your baby, assessing your baby from head to toe, and providing information on sleep habits, feeding your baby, infant cues, playing with your baby, general baby care. The nurse will also answer any of your questions and direct you to community resources if necessary. If you would like to meet before your baby is born, the nurse will talk to you about making sure you are doing all you can to have a healthy baby. This is a free and confidential service to all Lake County families.
• Women, Infants and Children (WIC)-Provides supplemental food and nutrition education to eligible pregnant or breastfeeding women and children under age 5.
• Child Support-Assistance in locating parents, establishing parentage, establishing court orders for child support, medical support, and child care support, reviewing and modifying court orders for child support, medical support and child care support, adjusting court orders based on cost-of-living, enforcing court orders, collecting and processing payments. MN Child Support Online: http://www.childsupport.dhs.state.mn.us/Action/Welcome

• 218-834-8400 (Two Harbors office)
• 218-226-4443 (Silver Bay office)
• 800-450-8832

• http://www.co.lake.mn.us/index.php

• Two Harbors office:
  616 3rd Avenue
  Two Harbors, MN 55616
  
• Silver Bay office:
  Silver Bay Service Center
  99 Edison Blvd.
  Silver Bay, MN 55614

Free pregnancy testing, parenting education, baby and maternity items, free medical clinic, including ultrasounds, and safe sleep classes.

• Earn While You Learn Program-Open to anyone willing to participate. Parents earn points by completing one-on-one lessons and classes. Clients can redeem those points for diapers, wipes, clothes, and many other baby items.
• Medical Clinic-Free, non-emergency medical clinic (for those without insurance) that includes ultrasounds. Must make an appointment.
• Safe Sleep Classes-Call either location for dates and times. Free Pack’n Plays are available after completing this course.
• Material Assistance-Offering diapers, wipes, formula, clothing, hygiene products, strollers, highchairs and furniture

• 218-727-3399 (Duluth)
• 715-394-4102 (Superior)

• https://www.lslccduluthsuperior.org/

• 4931 East Superior Street
  Duluth, MN 55804
  
• 1823 Belknap Street
  Superior, WI 54880

Resource for homeless and street youth ages 14-24 offering a youth drop-in center, housing assistance, mental health and wellness programs, education and employment assistance, and sex trafficking/commercial sexual exploitation care housing and programming.

• Chemical Health-Licensed alcohol and drug counselor provides chemical dependency support and can conduct Rule 25 and diagnostic assessments. Requires no payment or insurance for services.
• Youth Drop-In Center-Provides hot meals, showers, lockers, laundry, basic need supplies, activities and group meetings. Call 218-722-7431 ext. 126 for more information. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 3pm-7pm and Wednesday 3pm-6pm (lunch provided for ages 19-24). Dinner for ages 15-19 are Monday-Friday 3pm – 5:30pm.
• Mental Health & Wellness-Provides daily support and on-going services to improve physical, mental and spiritual wellness. Intensive case management is used to help youth improve health while obtaining life skills, stable housing, jobs, education, parenting education, and connections to community resources. Licensed alcohol and drug counselor provides chemical dependency support and can conduct Rule 25 and diagnostic assessments.  Requires no payment or insurance for services.
• Futures Program-Voluntary program available to all Life House youth that may have been expelled or dropped out of school, who have little to no job experience, or who want to further their education and employment skills.
• Education-Offers online GED preparation program, assists with high school enrollment/transfer paperwork and provides tutoring. Assists with entire college process (applications, meetings, tours, supplies, tutoring).
• Employment-Program for youth who have multiple barriers to obtaining economic self-sufficiency.
• Legitimate Hustle Program-Program gives youth an opportunity to safely earn money while learning entrepreneurial and employment skills. Life House staff guide and mentor each LHP cohort to start and operate their own social enterprise business.

Housing

• Life House Housing Program-Over 48 units of housing with supportive case management throughout the Duluth community.  Includes services aimed at preventing homelessness, including emergency rental assistance for eligible homeless and street youth and young families; assistance with advocacy with landlords and utility companies; and rapid re-housing with housing identification, rent and move-in assistance, and rapid re-housing case management and services.
• Safe Harbor-Provides a continuum of care for underage victims of sex trafficking and other forms of commercial sexual exploitation. Helps to connect survivors to services both within Life House and out in the community to help them heal from their traumas.
• Sol House-House for survivors of sexual exploitation, staffed 24/7, room for six youth (ages 15-20).
• Loft Shelter-10 bed emergency shelter for youth ages 15-19. Located at 102 W First Street, Duluth.
• Host Homes-Program that matches young people ages 18-24 with caring and consistent adults who have a spare bedroom to offer.

• 218-722-7431
• Youth Safeline: 800-786-2929

• http://lifehouseduluth.org/

• 102 West First Street
  Duluth, MN 55802

Crisis

• Safe Place-provide immediate support to youth in a crisis. We partner with libraries, fire stations, bus transit and other community organizations that display big yellow Safe Place signs in their windows to signal to youth that they are a safe place to get immediate help.
• Duluth Runaway & Homeless Youth Services-Emergency hotline (218-626-2726) to talk to someone if you are thinking about running away, having a friend who has run away and is looking for help, you have run away and want to talk to your parents but aren’t sure how, or you are worried about a friend and want information on how to help them.

Housing

• Bethany Crisis Shelter-Bethany Crisis Shelter offers short-term, emergency housing for youth 17 years and younger. Referral by county social worker, court, or law enforcement. Provides supervised daily living, homebound education, recreational programming, weekly discussion groups, counseling, transportation and emergency foster care.
• Host Homes-Program that matches young people ages 18-24 with caring and consistent adults who have a spare bedroom to offer in their home.
• Another Door Emergency Housing Program-Program for young adults age 18-24 experiencing homelessness, offers short term housing and support to develop a plan.
• LSS Renaissance-Transitional housing (up to 18 months) for youth 16-21 years old. While there, youth will develop skills to live independently.
• Supportive Apartments-Offers long-term housing paired with supportive services for youth ages 18-24 who are experiencing homelessness and meet MN guidelines for homelessness.
• Center for Changing Lives-Located at 1422 East Superior Street, Duluth. Phone 218-529-2230. Offers many options to youth with regards to homelessness.

Health Care 

• Teen Health Clinic-Offers free walk-in wellness services including health screenings for teens and young adults who are 13-24 years old. Located at The Center for Changing Lives Duluth, 1422 East Superior Street, Duluth.

Education

• Oh No Eighteen! (ONE) Independent Living Skills-This independent living skills program includes education, support and case management for young people who are about to transition out of foster care. We work with youth to provide life skills training to assist with a successful transition to adulthood.

Children’s Services

• Supervised Visits-Conducts supervised visits for families referred by counties and courts, as well as providing fee-based supervised visits for families who seek them independently. Flexible scheduling at various locations throughout Duluth and surrounding area. Phone 218-391-9561 for more information or see http://www.lssmn.org/youth/duluth/supervised-visits/.
• Bethany Crisis Nursery-Providing a safe and nurturing environment for children birth through age 12. Also provides crisis support and information and referrals. Located at 1422 East Superior Street, (phone: 218-302-6879).
• Clothing Room-Offers baby clothes (newborn to size 7 in kids), diapers/wipes, blankets, hygiene products and other baby equipment (items are donated, so selection varies) to those in need free of charge. Call 218-302-6879 for an appointment.
• Teen Closet-Offers free new and gently used clothing for youth ages 13-21. Teen closet is open Wednesdays from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. or call 218-481-5184 for an appointment time. Located on the third floor of the First Presbyterian Church, 300 E Second Street, Duluth.
• Child Care-Temporary, emergency care for up to three days for children infancy through 12 years. Available day and night.

Groups

• Together for Youth-A community outreach and support group for LGBTQ youth.

Financial

• Working with families and individuals to solve debt and financial problems. Assists in setting up a realistic budget and payment plan to fit individual needs.

• 218-529-2222
• 888-577-2227 (financial line)

• http://www.lssmn.org/

• Suite 600
  424 West Superior Street
  Duluth, MN 55802

Find Safe Harbor shelters and housing programs across the state for sexually exploited youth.

• https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/safeharbor/

A web-based means of finding information about social services including education, housing, health care, jobs and money management.

• 800-333-2433

• https://www.minnesotahelp.info/

24-hour hotline to report seeing a missing child and to report child sexual exploitation. Non-profit corporation whose mission is to help find missing children, reduce child sexual exploitation, and prevent child victimization.

• 800-843-5678

• http://www.missingkids.com/home

Provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Offering specific resources for youth, disaster survivors, Native Americans, Veterans, loss survivors, LGBTQ+, attempt survivors, and deaf hard of hearing.

• 800-273-8255
• Dial 711 then 800-273-8255 (TTY Users)

• https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

Provides prevention and early intervention services to children and families in Lake and Cook Counties.

• Learning Opportunities Through Stories (LOTS)-Provides early literacy skills to ensure that children are ready for school.

• 218-834-8403

• https://www.co.lake.mn.us/north-shore-collaborative/learning-opportunities-through-stories-lots/

• 616 3rd Avenue
  Two Harbors, MN 55616

• Trisha.Scamehorn@co.lake.mn.us

Offering emergency housing, transitional and supportive housing, support groups, supervised visitation, advocacy, law enforcement and medical appointment accompaniment, clothing, bedding, household items, transportation, and information and referrals. The Crisis Intervention Service provides help for individuals affected by domestic and sexual violence. 24-hour hotline for support, information and referrals.

• The Supervised Visitation Program allows parents in high conflict or high-risk situations access to their children in a safe and supervised environment. The program is used to protect children from potentially dangerous situations while allowing parental access and providing support for the parent child relationship. The Supervised Exchange Program service allows the child to be exchanged from one parent to the other without being exposed to the conflict of the parents. Monitoring is limited to the actual exchange with the remainder of the visit occurring unsupervised.
• Stronger Together is a support group for people who have experienced harmful relationships. Focus is on self-empowerment, healing, coping strategies, and making healthy changes. Group meets Tuesdays from 6pm-7pm at North Shore Horizons.
• Crisis Intervention Services provides help for individuals affected by domestic and sexual violence. 24-hour hotline for support, information and referrals.

Also offers clothing, bedding and household items.

• 218-834-5924
• 800-834-5923 (sexual assult/domestic violence only)
• 866-223-1111 (crisis line)

• https://northshorehorizons.org

• 127 7th Street
  Two Harbors, MN 55616

The BackPack Program-Feeds students in need on weekends and during the summer when school isn’t in session. Children receive a nutritious supply of food at the end of the week.

• 218-336-2312
• 888-727-5653

• http://www.northernlakesfoodbank.org/

• info@northernlakesfoodbank.org

Offers Early Learning Scholarships to children under age five. The funds help families of young children pay for high-quality childcare and early education.

• 218-723-4040
• 800-433-4045

• https://northlandfdn.org/special-initiatives

Located in Duluth, Minnesota, Northwood Children’s Services provides holistic and professional care, education, and treatment for children with severe emotional, behavioral, and learning disabilities. Northwood is a private, nonprofit, tax-exempt agency committed to building positive change in children’s lives. Northwood Children’s Services’ mission is to provide brighter futures for the children and families it serves. They operate a full continuum of quality mental health treatment programs developed by passionate, professional, and highly trained staff. Children range in ages from 2-18 for most services. Programs include:

• 35 Day Diagnostic Assessment Center
• QRTP and PRTF Residential Treatment Centers
• Little Learner’s Enrichment Center
• Intensive Day Treatment Programs at Merritt Creek Academy, Chester Creek Academy, Rockridge Academy, and Denfeld
• ISD 709 School Based Day Treatment Programs
• Corporate Foster Care
• Outpatient Services for children and their families

• 218-724-8815

• http://northwoodchildren.org/

• Northwood Children’s Services
  714 West College Street
  Duluth, MN 55811
  
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Programs include, but are not limited to, softball, baseball, swimming, arts and crafts, tennis and open gym.

www.twoharborsmn.gov/

www.silverbay.com

• 218-834-5631 (Two Harbors)
• 218-226-4214 (Silver Bay)

Collaborates with area service agencies to provide last resort financial assistance to families and individuals in need. Financial assistance available to individuals/families ONCE every 365 days (one program per 365 days).

• Back to School Program-Backpack and basic school supplies for families that are unable to purchase them.  Applications located at AEOA-Two Harbors and Lake County Health and Human Services.  Applications available in late July/early August.
• Christmas Toy Distribution-Applications available mid-October through mid-November at AEOA – Two Harbors and Lake County Health and Human Services.

A national 24-hour crisis intervention and suicide prevention hotline for LGBTQ youth. Chat, phone and texting options available.

• 866-488-7386
• Text “START” to 678678 (availability times may vary)

• https://www.thetrevorproject.org/