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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 for 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 to 6 PM at the Family Resource Center. 3rd Thursday of the month from 2:30 to 4:30 PM 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 to 4:30 PM at the Family Resource Center.3rd Monday of the month from 3 to 6 PM at the Family Resource Center. Email frcinfo@co.scott.mn.us for more information. | |
Child Support Consultations Meet with Scott County Child Support staff to ask questions and get helpful information about child support. 2nd Thursday of the month from 10 AM to 12 noon at the Family Resource Center.4th Monday of the month from 2:30 to 4:30 PM at the Family Resource Center. Email frcinfo@co.scott.mn.us for more information. | |
| Employment and Training Consultation Looking for a new career? Set up an appointment with Employment and Training to learn all about job and training opportunities in Scott County. Monday, September 25, from 2:30 to 4:30 PM. Email frcinfo@co.scott.mn.us for more information. | |
Financial Counseling with University of Minnesota Extension 2nd Mondays of the month from 3 to 6 PM at the Family Resource Center. 2nd Thursdays of the month from 3 to 4:30 PM 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 September 2023 schedule in English and Spanish (PDF).
Parenting and Teen Programs
Join discussions around balanced parenting including how to find time to support yourself as well as your family. This group will be led by a parent educator from the Scott County Mental Health Center. There will be supervised activities for children. Upcoming Dates:
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FRCParentingProgs2023 |
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 Virtually: Sunday afternoons Zoom ID: 795 105 7126 In-Person: 2nd Tuesdays from 2-4pm 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/ Destiny Dads Drop-In Hours Every Thursday from 10am-12pm at the Family Resource Center (1615 Weston Court, Shakopee) |
| Family Peer Support with NAMI MN Meet 1:1 with NAMI's Certified Family Peer Support Specialist for assistance with navigating the mental health system, understanding adolescent and teen mental health, empowering your family to take charge of mental wellbeing, and more! 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month from 2-4:30pm at the Family Resource Center. (1615 Weston Court, Shakopee) Wednesday, September 13 from 2-4:30pm Thursday, September 28 from 2-4:30pm To set up an appointment: https://calendly.com/familypeer |
Peer Recovery Support Services Virtual support available through MN Prevention and Recovery Alliance. Call (612) 238-6393 or email prss@mnpra.org for more information. |
| TREEHOUSE SUPPORT GROUPS TreeHouse Scott County is on a mission to end hopelessness among teens. It's a safe place for teens (12-17 years old) to belong. A group is now meeting at the Family Resource Center (1615 Weston Court, Shakopee). For more information please call/text 952-412-4430. |
| Café con Mi C.A.S.A. y NAMI Acompáñanos a nuestro círculo de conexión con mujeres latinas en el condado de Scott. Thursday, September 21 from 5:30-7pm at the Family Resource Center (1615 Weston Court, Shakopee) |
| Shah iyo Sheeko Join Advocates for Thriving Communities, Family Resource Centers, and Together WE CAN to learn about services and supports available for families. We'll answer questions and provide information on how to get the help you need. Light refreshments provided. Upcoming: Wednesday, September 20 from 6-7:30pm at the Family Resource Center. (1615 Weston Court, Shakopee.) Email sdowa@healthycommunitiesmn.org to RSVP. |
| WIC Ice Cream Social honoring breastfeeding moms Wednesday, August 16th from 11am-1pm at the Family Resource Center (1615 Weston Court, Shakopee) There will be ice cream, prizes, lactation support, resources and more! |
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: Apples aren't just for eating! Join Scott County Public Health for art and science activities with apples.
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:
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 |