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Family Resource Centers
Family Resource Centers of Scott County are a place for connection to services and support.
Scott County families are invited to visit a Family Resource Center for information about community resources, referrals to services, or assistance completing applications and paperwork. Throughout the month, there are also opportunities to meet individually with providers from Scott County Economic Assistance, Scott County Housing, Scott County Child Support, University of Minnesota Extension, NAMI MN and more. All are welcome to join our parenting and family programs. We also offer culturally specific support and language access for our Latino and Somali participants.
We are here to help. Our services are free and confidential. We hope to see you soon!
| Economic Assistance Program Support Do you have questions about economic assistance program eligibility or need help with paperwork? Meet with the Economic Assistance Program Navigator one on one. 1st Monday of the month from 3-6pm at the Family Resource Center. 3rd Thursday of the month from 2:30-4:30pm at the Family Resource Center. Email frcinfo@co.scott.mn.us for more information. | |
Housing Consultations Speak directly with Scott County Housing staff about your housing situation and receive resource recommendations and referrals. 1st Thursday of the month from 2:30-4:30pm at the Family Resource Center.3rd Monday of the month from 3-6pm at the Family Resource Center. Email frcinfo@co.scott.mn.us for more information. | |
Meet with Scott County Child Support staff to ask questions and get helpful information about child support. 2nd Thursday of the month from 1-3pm in June at the Family Resource Center.4th Monday of the month between 2:30-4:30pm at the Family Resource Center. Email frcinfo@co.scott.mn.us for more information. | |
Financial Counseling with University of Minnesota Extension 2nd Mondays of the month from 3-6pm at the Family Resource Center. 2nd Thursdays of the month from 3-4:30pm at the Savage Library FRC. Email frcinfo@co.scott.mn.us for more information. *NEW* Video from University of Minnesota Extension: Click here to watch: e SNAP Benefit Changes The video includes helpful information on understanding the changes, adjusting your budget to meet the loss of income, local food resources, and more! | |
Culturally Specific Service Navigation We are proud to serve the Latinx and East African communities in partnership with CAP Agency, Mi C.A.S.A., Isuroon, and the Community Resource Center. Email frcinfo@co.scott.mn.us for more information. |
Schedule
Visit our new Family Resource Center location at 1615 Weston Court, Shakopee!
Download the June 2023 schedule in English and Spanish (PDF)
Parenting Programs
Stay Cool: Parenting Discussions Join discussions around "10 Ways to Calmly Parent" led by a parent educator from the Scott County Mental Health Center. There will be popsicles and activities for children. Second Friday of the month from 10-11am at the Family Resource Center Upcoming Dates:
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FRCParentingProgs2023 |
| NAMI MN The Family Resource Centers have partnered with NAMI MN for family mental health support and information. Upcoming Dates: Café con Mi C.A.S.A. y NAMI Thursday, June 15th from 5-7pm at the Family Resource Center (1615 Weston Court, Shakopee) 1:1 Parent Support Thursday, June 8th from 2-4:30pm Thursday, June 22nd from 2-4:30pm Email frcinfo@co.scott.mn.us for more information. Virtual classes Friday, June 16th from 12-12:30pm: Trauma Reactions and Post Traumatic Growth in Children and Youth Thursday, June 22nd from 12-12:30pm: Mental Health Crisis Planning for Families |
Healthy Families, Healthy Conflict Parent Leadership Circle Most families will struggle with conflict at some point. Learn how to address the five characteristics of families struggling with conflict: blame, reactivity, quick-fix mentality, herding, and leadership. Two Options to Join Virtual: 2nd and 4th Mondays from 7-8pm Zoom ID: 795 105 7126 In-Person: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays from 11:30am-12:30pm Location: Family Resource Center (1615 Weston Court Shakopee, MN 55379) Add to your calendar: WWW.THEKATALLASSOGROUP.COM/HEALTHYFAMILIES Hosted by The Katallasso Group: Empowering families and communities in restorative conflict resolution skills and family mediation. |
Dads have a desire to form meaningful bonds with their children. Unfortunately, many fathers face significant obstacles in their role as a parent. Damascus Way has created a fathering program called Destiny Dads, intended to serve and support fathers. Mentorship and support groups available through a partnership with Damascus Way, Scott County, Together WE CAN and the Family Resource Centers. For more information or to enroll visit: https://damascusway.com/services/destiny-dads/ *NEW* Destiny Dads Drop-In Hours Every Thursday from 10am-12pm at the Family Resource Center (1615 Weston Court, Shakopee) |
Peer Recovery Support Services Every Monday from 3-6pm at the Family Resource Center. 2nd Wednesday of the month from 3-6pm at the Family Resource Center. Email frcinfo@co.scott.mn.us for more information. |
Family Programs
Join Playtime with Public Health for activities that encourage families to learn, grow, and have fun together. Second Tuesday of the Month Upcoming:
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FRCFamilyProgs2023 |
Join Science Time with the Library for STEM exploration and fun for young children. Activity instructions are available in English, Spanish and Somali. 3rd Thursday/Friday of the Month Upcoming: Wind Tunnel Exploration
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FRCFamilyProgs2023 |
| Wellness in the Parks Join Wellness in the Parks for information to enjoy time outdoors with your family. 1st Friday of the month from 10-11:30am at various locations around Scott County. Upcoming:
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WellnessintheParks2023 |
| Day of Community and Wellness at Cleary Lake Regional Park Sunday, May 21st FREE Wellness in the Parks Program Sampler and Connect with Resources from 1-4pm. |