Everyone is welcome to attend the Virtual Community Resource Fair to learn about resources available in our community!

Wednesday, April 24, 1-2 p.m.

This event will feature some community resources in the Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota metro area.

Each agency will give a short presentation about their organization and the resources they offer. After the presentation, you will have the opportunity to speak with someone from each agency to ask questions.

Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-community-resource-fair-april-24-tickets-839182356017

How to attend:

• Register above.
• Next, we will send you an email with a link to the event.
• On the day of the event, simply join the event by clicking this meeting link or the link in your email:  https://hc.adobeconnect.com/virtualcommunityresourcefairapril24/

Participating agencies:

Financial Assistance and more

Community Action Partnership of Hennepin County offers help paying for utilities, as well as programs for vehicle repair, rental and first time homebuyers, employment readiness and more.

Food Resources and more

Community Emergency Services provides Meals on Wheels for people and pets, food home delivery, a Superfood Shelf, household goods, a school backpack program, transportation to food shelf visits and more.

Healthcare

Hennepin Health gives health care coverage to residents enrolled in a Minnesota health care program. Participant benefits include transportation to medical appointments and gift cards for attending medical appointments.

Legal Aid

Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid provides free civil support to people with low income, disabilities and seniors. This includes consumer, disability, family, housing, immigration, public benefits, senior, tax and youth law.

Library Resources

Hennepin County Library staff will provide information about the many resources available at Hennepin County Libraries.

Life Coaching

YMCA of the North: Youth & Family Services Foster Program helps youth involved with or graduating from extended foster care find their way.

Transportation

Metro Transit offers a network of buses, light rail and commuter trains and resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk or bike.

This online event is free to all community members, workforce professionals, employment services staff, counselors and anyone interested in learning more about these resources. It’s easy to join with a smart phone, tablet or computer.

Questions?

• Lisa Cain, 612-596-1990, lisa.cain2@hennepin.us

For more information go to Hennepin.us/employmentservices and CareerForceMN.com.

This event is promoted by CareerForce.