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Resource Library
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housing resources
violence prevention & Conflict Resolution
Behavioral Crisis Response Teams (City of Minneapolis)
Minneapolis Behavioral Crisis Response Teams provide free intervention and de-escalation to those experiencing a mental health emergency. As of Nov. 2023, they are available Monday-Friday, 24 hours. To connect with the CRT, call 9-1-1. The CRT may call the police if the situation requires.
"Non-Emergency: 612-348-2345
For the Behavioral Crisis Response Team, dial 9-1-1"
"Non-Emergency: 612-348-2345
For the Behavioral Crisis Response Team, dial 9-1-1"
Center for Multicultural Mediation
CACR is dedicated to conflict resolution specifically between Somali & East African Communities in the Twin Cities. They work to help the people of these communities in overcoming legal and systemic barriers to resolution. They offer Mediation, Facilitation, an African Youth Diversion Program, and Training and Education.
Contact:
contact@cmmediation.org
612-259-7705
Contact:
contact@cmmediation.org
612-259-7705
Community Mediation & Restorative Services,
CMRS is a non-abolitionist organization partnered with local courts to provide mediation in civil disputes and restorative justice practices in criminal cases. They can be reached through their website or at 763-561-0033.
Referrals@CMRSmn.org
(763) 561-0033
Referrals@CMRSmn.org
(763) 561-0033
Conflict Resolution Center
Low-cost mediation services and conflict resolution training for individuals and organizations
Contact:
mediation@crcminnesota.org
612-822-9883
Contact:
mediation@crcminnesota.org
612-822-9883
COPE: Mobile Crisis Response
"The Cope mobile crisis team responds to anyone in Hennepin County who needs an urgent response.
Cope has bi-lingual and bi-cultural staff available for face-to-face, phone, and video visits and uses interpreters when needed. Call 612-596-1223; they are available 24/7.
If the situation is life-threatening or you need immediate response, call 911."
In Hennepin County: 612-596-1223
Cope has bi-lingual and bi-cultural staff available for face-to-face, phone, and video visits and uses interpreters when needed. Call 612-596-1223; they are available 24/7.
If the situation is life-threatening or you need immediate response, call 911."
In Hennepin County: 612-596-1223
DISPUTE RESOLUTION CENTER
The Dispute Resolution Center offers a range of services for resolving disputes outside of the legal system. They take on issues from housing disputes to child custody. DRC also works closely with the Ramsey County court system as an alternative to criminal prosecution for crimes of all levels.
651 292-7791
651 292-7791
Neighborhood Safety (City of Minneapolis)
Group Violence Intervention (GVI) works to address gun violence associated with gangs. MinneapolUS offers teams of community-based violence interrupters who prevent violence before it starts. To learn more, contact the Neighborhood Safety Department.
violenceprevention@minneapolismn.gov
612-673-2301
violenceprevention@minneapolismn.gov
612-673-2301
Mediation & Conflict Solutions
Mediation and Conflict Solutions works to help people "who want to solve their own issues efficiently and effectively, without using the formal court system." MCS offers a range of options for how mediations are conducted to fit each individual situation. They operate all over Southeastern Minnesota, including remote options.
507-285-8400
507-285-8400
Missions Inc.
Provides behavioral health, chemical health, and domestic violence services to people experiencing homelessness, chemical addiction, or violence.
Online contact form: www.missionsinc.org/contact/
24-hour hotline: 763.559.4945
Online contact form: www.missionsinc.org/contact/
24-hour hotline: 763.559.4945
REP Emergency Hotline
Call REP's secure emergency hotline (952-737-3730) for a non-police emergency response. NOTE: As of 3/2022 they are focusing on non-violent emergencies ONLY.
Contact:
contact@repformn.org
HOTLINE: 952-737-3730
Contact:
contact@repformn.org
HOTLINE: 952-737-3730
Restorative Justice Community Action (RJCA)
RJCA brings residents and victims together with adults/youth who have committed crimes to participate in a “community conference,” an alternative sentencing option that strengthens accountability and opens a line of communication.
Contact:
tsigel@rjca-inc.org
(612) 746-0780
Contact:
tsigel@rjca-inc.org
(612) 746-0780
Food Access
C-Spot Neighborhood Pantry (Corcoran)
The food shelf is open from 12 to 4pm, Monday through Thursday at 3451 Cedar Ave S. Call before visiting to make sure there is food available.
Contact:
alicia@corcoranneighborhood.org
info@agatemn.org
Contact:
alicia@corcoranneighborhood.org
info@agatemn.org
Calvary Food Shelf
Calvary Lutheran Church offers a food shelf that is open to all. As of November 2023, the food shelf is closed while they relocate to their new location at 3901 Chicago Ave.
612-827-2504
612-827-2504
Fare For All
"Fare For All is a pop-up grocery store. We sell packs of fresh produce and frozen meat at up to 40% off of retail prices.
fareforall@thefoodgroupmn.org
763-450-3880
fareforall@thefoodgroupmn.org
763-450-3880
Loaves & Fishes
Loaves & Fishes provides free meals for those in need throughout the Twin Cities & Greater Minnesota; no questions asked. Find a FREE Community Meal near you: https://www.loavesandfishesmn.org/community-meal-sites/
Contact:
office@loavesandfishesmn.org
612-377-9810
Contact:
office@loavesandfishesmn.org
612-377-9810
Open Arms
A nonprofit that delivers food to people experiencing illness.
Contact:
meals@openarmsmn.org
612-872-1152
Contact:
meals@openarmsmn.org
612-872-1152
Sabathani Community Center
Sabathani operates a food distribution center, located at 310 East 38th St in Minneapolis, from M-Th 9:30am-3pm, and 1st and 3rd Fridays from 10am-1pm. Sabathani can deliver food by request for seniors or others who can't attend in person.
Contact:
info@sabathani.org
612-821-2308
Contact:
info@sabathani.org
612-821-2308
Sanctuary Supply Depot
The Supply Depot is accepting donations of food and supplies; they coordinate with mutual aid organizers and encampment support folks. To access mutual aid resources, visit tcmap.org
Second Harvest Heartland
Get help applying for SNAP food assistance, and find your local food shelf through their map: www.hungersolutions.org/find-help/
Contract Form: https://secure.2harvest.org/site/SSurvey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=5326&_ga=2.24697914.1233670493.1647556377-590208784.1647556377#.YjO42HrMLb0
Contact:
6514845117
Contract Form: https://secure.2harvest.org/site/SSurvey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=5326&_ga=2.24697914.1233670493.1647556377-590208784.1647556377#.YjO42HrMLb0
Contact:
6514845117
Sisters Camelot
Distribute pre-packed bags of groceries as well as bulk produce at Bethany Community Church, Walker Church, Park Avenue Church, and Indigenous Roots in St. Paul on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Check the schedule for these events on their facebook page.
Contact: collective@sisterscamelot.org
Contact: collective@sisterscamelot.org
Soup for You
"Soup for You! operates out of the basement of Bethany Lutheran Church at 2511 E Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55406.
Open Weekdays, Noon to 1pm
Mon – Fri: Lunch
Weds: Grocery Pick-Up"
Open Weekdays, Noon to 1pm
Mon – Fri: Lunch
Weds: Grocery Pick-Up"
Southside Food share
a volunteer run orginization that delivers hot meals to encampents 4 days a week.
Contact: sewardcafe@gmail.com
Contact: sewardcafe@gmail.com
Twin Cities Mutual Aid Project
A map that tracks donation requests and available mutual aid resources in the Twin Cities.
Contact:
support@tcmap.org
Contact:
support@tcmap.org
Harm reduction, Mental Health,
& Healthcare
Community University Health Care Center (CUHCC)
Community clinic that welcomes patients of every age, race, color, ethnicity and language to help locate resources for food, shelter, health care, and prescription refills.
Contact: 612-301-3433
Contact: 612-301-3433
Hennipen County Walk-in Behavioral Health
Mon-Friday 9am to 9pm. If you are 18+, you can walk in without an appointment and recieve support and refferals for mental illness or substance use issues. you may be connected to crisis residence wihdrawl managment or recovery programs. no one is turned away for inability to pay.
Contact: 612-879-3115
Contact: 612-879-3115
Inclusive Therapists
Inclusive Therapists is a directory for culturally responsive mental health therapy for BIPOC and LGBTQ individuals.
Kente Circle
Individual, couple, family, and group therapy for diverse communities in the Twin Cities.
Contact:
info@kentecircle.com
612-243-1600
Contact:
info@kentecircle.com
612-243-1600
Minnesota Warmline
Available from 9am-9pm. You will speak with a trained peer specialist who has firsthand experience living with a mental health condition who will listen and provide resources. please bite that this service is for when youre struggling with your mental health but aren't when you're experiencing an emergency or crisis.
651-288-0400 or text "SUPPORT" TO 85511
651-288-0400 or text "SUPPORT" TO 85511
Portico
Helps uninsured individuals and families access affordable coverage and care.
Contact:
info@porticohealthnet.org
651.489.2273
Contact:
info@porticohealthnet.org
651.489.2273
The Aliveness Project
Our community care services - from our PrEP, PEP, and HIV/STI testing clinics to our syringe service program - are available to the public, no strings attached.
These services are also completely free, even if you don't have insurance. Just ask. We'll ensure you get the care you need.
These services are also completely free, even if you don't have insurance. Just ask. We'll ensure you get the care you need.
The Family Partnership
Mental health therapy, early childhood education, family home visiting and advocacy services, for all individuals and families seeking services.
Online contact form: www.thefamilypartnership.org/contact/
612-728-2061
Online contact form: www.thefamilypartnership.org/contact/
612-728-2061
Twin Cities Syringe Exchange Calendar
This calendar outlines when various syringe exchange services are open and available to the public in Minnesota. The calendar includes the name of a site, the address, phone number, their hours, and their services, organized by which days they are open. The information on this calendar was most recently confirmed in March 2023.
SEWARD COMMUNITY SUPPORT PROGRAM (CSP) & DROP-IN CENTER
Is a group of mental health practitioners committed to supporting community members in regards to harm reduction, conducts wellness checks, and provides trainings/education about recovery and living skills.
Contact: 612-333-0331
Contact: 612-333-0331
Southside Harm Reduction
SSHR works within a harm reduction framework for those who use substances, delivering supplies to those who use; street outreach at encampments; and skill-sharing around harm reduction practices.
Contact:
shrs@southsideharmreduction.org
Text: (612) 615-9725
Contact:
shrs@southsideharmreduction.org
Text: (612) 615-9725
