Connection to Community Resources

Newsletter Highlights:

• May is Mental Health Awareness Month
• Resources: Immigrant Supports, Food Support, Energy Assistance, Climate Action Fund, WIC Clinic,
• Summer- Scholarships, Activities, Events & Programs around town
• Community Events- Be A Hornet Day, Vehicle Day, V5K, Edina Rides, AAPI Month Festival

If you would like to discuss other resources for your situation or if you have a resource to share, please connect with us at 952-848-3936 or email krista.phillips@edinaschools.org.

Mental Health is a continuum, ranging from healthy to severe. At times professional care is needed beyond the support self-care and social supports can offer. It's okay to ask for help. You are not alone.

Resources:

• Lifeline Center: Free and Available 24/7/365 Call or text 988 988lifeline.org
• COPE Mobile Crisis Response in Hennepin County: 612-596-1223
• Family Response: 612-979-9511 for families with children birth to 18 in Hennepin County
• SAMHSA conversation guide to support a friend or loved one.
• NAMI MN
• List of local Mental Health Providers
• Mental Health Resources are available to Edina Schools students. Contact your school social worker to learn more about supports available including: Fraser Therapists available in each building, Relate Chemical Dependency Therapist for secondary students and Park Nicollet Grief Support.

Thursday, May 8

5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Brooklyn Park Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave N

A FREE, family-friendly evening in recognition of National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day.

• Interactive activities for all ages!
• Music & Performances!
• Community & Wellness Resources!
• Inspiring Speakers!
• Onsite Food Trucks!
• Raffles & Giveaways!

FREE and open to all Hennepin County residents. Registration is encouraged!

Attention: Youth Workers, Coaches, Mentors and Adults working with youth

Learn how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance abuse challenges among children and adolescents. This course will give you the tools and resources to better address the growing needs of youth. Multiple sessions available in May & June. Organizations may also request a training sessions at their location. Learn More

Friday, May 9

11:30AM Webinar

Register

Principles of Bike Safety will help you and your family have a successful – and safe – biking season. Learn how to choose the right equipment and fit, how to understand lane positioning, how to ride at night, and more

Saturday, May 17

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Caregivers & Kids ages 9-12

Presented by myHealth for Teens and Young Adults

Learn More & Register

The Women, Infants & Children (WIC)program provides nutrition education, breast/chestfeeding counseling and support, and food benefits for eligible people who are pregnant, postpartum or have children up to five years of age.

Appointments in Edina are now available for WIC participants who live in Edina, Bloomington or Richfield. Contact Bloomington Public Health Division at 952-563-8993 to make your appointment.

Applications for Energy Assistance are now available. Renters and home owners who are needing assistance paying their energy bills (gas, electric) can complete an application between October 1, 2024 and May 31, 2025. Eligible applicants may receive a grant paid directly to their utility provider to reduce utility expenses. Applications are available in multiple languages and formats including: online, paper, and by mail. Learn More

Edina Residents: Submit applications for reimbursements or cost-shares for sustainable home projects and equipment such as insulation, heat pumps, water heaters, solar systems, induction stoves, e-bikes and outdoor electric equipment. Businesses and multi-unit owners are also eligible. Learn More

1-800-814-4806

Helpline navigators value callers’ privacy and provide guidance people can trust. Navigators can help:

• Connect people with resources and information about jobs, food, health, housing, legal help, English classes and more.
• Provide referrals to Resettlement Network Services.
• Answer any question on a caller’s mind—or help figure out where to start.

Navigators are ready to answer questions in * English *Russian *Spanish *Ukrainian

Interpreters who speak more languages are also available. Callers can say their preferred language, and the navigator will connect an interpreter to the call.

Immigrant Legal Resource Center has created a number of tools and resources to help families plan for possible interactions with immigration. These resources are available in multiple languages and include: Red Cards on Your Rights; https://www.ilrc.org/red-cards-tarjetas-rojas

Educational Videos on Your Rights; https://www.wehaverights.us/spanish

Law Help MN has information on Delegation of Parental Authority, to assist families if they are unable to return home or remain together. Learn More

When children are afraid of parent's deportation-- This pamphlet contains concrete steps to support children’s sense of safety, positive identity, and healthy relationships during an uncertain time. It can be useful to any adult who is involved in caring for infants, children, and adolescents. Available in in English, Spanish, Korean

Connect & Play: Thursdays, May 8, 22 10:00- 11:00 AM

Family Storytime: Thursdays, June 5, 12, 26 10:00-10:30 AM

Baby Storytime: Fridays, June 6, 13, 20, 27 10:00-10:30 AM

Drop-In Tech Help: Thursdays, May 8, 22 June 12, 26, July 10, 24; Aug 14, 28 2:00-4:00 PM

Puzzle Exchange: Saturday, May 24 1:00-2:00 PM

Houseplant & Seed Swap: Saturday, May 31, 1:00-3:00 PM

KIDS BOOK CLUB: June 10

Click Here for event details and to find more events happening at the Edina Library

Summer Let's Read Library Locations:

Brookdale, Brooklyn Park, Franklin, Hosmer, North Regional, Oxboro, Pierre Bottineau, Rockford Rd

Let's Read will include literacy games and reading practice. Intended for grades K-5

• Summer Entertainment: Children's concert Tuesdays/Thursdays, Live Music Sunday, Mondays & Wednesdays
• Farmer's Market: Thursdays 3:00 -7:00 PM; June 5- Oct 2
• Recreation: Putting course, Lawn Bowling, Paddleboards, Free Fishing Thursdays for Kids

Summer Food Resources 2025- printable

If you will not be auto enrolled, complete the 2024-25 Educational Benefits Application with your school district. You will be notified by your school district if you are eligible.
Edina Schools Hopkins Schools Richfield Schools

Find your summer opportunity. Scholarships available

Registration for 2025-26 Early Learning Center is now open

• Full-Day & Half Day Preschool (3 & 4 year old)
• Early Childhood Family Education* (ECFE) (ages 0-5)
• Parent Education

Financial Assistance

Scholarships available for qualifying families participating in non-ECFE component classes.

*sliding scale fee tuition

Do you have a child starting Kindergartner starting in the fall? All incoming Kindergartners are required by the State of Minnesota to have a screening before the start of Kindergarten. Screening is FREE and take about an hour. Screening is open to children starting at age 3. Schedule your appointment today. Screening early (age 3) can help provide your child early access to additional supports to prepare for Kindergarten. Learn More

First Day of School: Aug 25 Grades 6-12: Aug 27 grades K-5/ELC

Bloomington Public Health, 952-563-8900, WIC, immunizations

City of Edina, 952-927-8861

Edina Community Ed, 952-848-3952

Edina Senior Center, 952-833-9570

Family Response, 612-979-9511, immediate in-person support & stabilization for families

Mental Health Crisis Services, call or text 988, 24/7

Normandale Center for Healing, 952-929-1698, caregiver support, education, resources

Senior Community Services,952-541-1019 caregiver support, household & outdoor maintenance,

VEAP, 952-888-9616, food pantry, social services