Douglas county department of health and human services

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Douglas county department of health and human services
Douglas county department of health and human services

Director:
Deputy Director:

Karen A. Buche, SPHR, SHRM-SCP

Tim McNally, MPA, SPHR

Mission Statement

To ensure a fair and equitable human resource system that operates in accordance with state civil service laws, federal law, and sound management principles; to ensure a work environment that is conducive to the health and benefit of employees and the public.

 Website Content

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Disclaimer: The provisions of this information are not intended and do not create an express or implied contract of employment or an offer of employment between the County and its employees nor any guarantee or promise that benefits referenced here are permanent or cannot be changed. While retirees and current employees are offered the opportunity to participate in a subsidized medical insurance program until age 65, the ability to participate as well as the premiums are not guaranteed in the future and are subject, at any time, to change by the County Board of Commissioners. If there is any conflict in the information state or otherwise communicated, the plan provisions prevail. The information provided on this website is of a general nature and does not create any contract of employment, agreement regarding any of its provisions, or guarantee of any benefit or obligation on the part of Douglas County Civil Service Commission/Human Resources Department. Items on this website are subject to change and any questions regarding the application of the information/data herein are solely the responsibility of the Human Resources Department.

Douglas county department of health and human services
 
Douglas county department of health and human services
 
Douglas county department of health and human services
 
Douglas county department of health and human services
 
Douglas county department of health and human services

WHAT WE DO:

Douglas County Social Services is responsible for assuring the well-being of Douglas County residents by providing the following services: foster care, protection services, adoption counseling, family-based services, licensing, chemical dependency, mental health, Individual Placement and Support (IPS), developmental disabilities or related conditions*, child care funding, mental health community support, child support, paternity establishment, representative payee, medical assistance, SNAP - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Minnesota Care, emergency assistance, cash assistance (MFIP, GA, MA, and GRH), fraud prevention.

*Terminology disclaimer:  The terminology used to describe people with disabilities has changed over time.  The Minnesota Department of Human Services ("Department") supports the use of "People First" language.  Although outmoded and offensive terms might be found within documents on the Department's website, the Department does not endorse these terms.

Our office hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.

WHERE WE ARE LOCATED

Social Services
809 Elm St., Suite 1186
Alexandria, MN 56308
320-762-2302
1-844-204-0012
Fax: 320-762-3833
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Health, Housing and Human Services

Health, Housing and Human Services in Douglas County

Douglas County is served by a strong network of health, housing and human services agencies and non-profit organizations. Through the annual budget process, Douglas County provides more than $16 million in operational and programming support to the following through the Behavioral Health Projects, Community Partners, and Behavioral Health Sales Tax budgets.

Douglas County funding ensures the ongoing availability of affordable and accessible health care services to our community at large as well as special populations, including seniors, disabled individuals, and youth. These funds also ensure there is a safety net for individuals experiencing a financial emergency and or economic hardship, including access to food, rent, and utility supports.

To access these services please contact our funded agency partners directly:

Health/Behavioral Health

Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center
Lawrence Douglas County Health Department
Heartland Health/Dental Clinic
Heartland RADAC
DCCCA

At-Risk/Target Populations

Cottonwood
Independence Inc.
Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging (JAAA)
Senior Resource Center
Douglas County Visiting Nurses Association
Sexual Trauma and Abuse (STA) Care Center
Trinity In-Home Care
The Children’s Shelter
Van Go
CASA

Emergency Assistance/Safety Net

Ballard Center
ECKAN
Salvation Army
Senior Resource Center
Willow Domestic Violence Center
Just Food
Lawreance Douglas County Housing Authority
Lawrence Community Shelter

To explore additional resources locally and regionally, please visit My Resource Connection or United Way of Douglas County

My Resource Connection

Douglas County has partnered with United Way of the Plains and Johnson County to provide a one-stop shop for community resources: douglas.myresourceconnection.org

My Resource Connection connects individuals needing assistance with resources in Douglas County and the greater Kansas City area that can help meet their needs. The information is constantly monitored and updated and is provided by community agencies that you can trust.

It can help you locate resources like:

  • Treatment programs and counseling
  • Medical and dental services
  • Child care subsidies
  • Utility and rent assistance
  • Medicaid information
  • Affordable housing
  • Public transportation
  • Current job listings and employment preparation
  • Food and clothing
  • Recreation
  • Support groups
  • Local events
  • State and local service agencies

My Resource Connection Flyer

Additional Resources

Volunteer Opportunities

Douglas County Human Services Coalition – The Human Services Coalition is a collective impact organization that works collaboratively to meet the health and human service needs of Douglas County and create equitable, trauma informed systems and services to increase access to care and reduce poverty. The Coalition is convened by the United Way of Douglas County and the Douglas County Administrator's Office. The Human Service email list allows direct service providers, administrators, and partners to communicate service or program updates and needs, collaboration opportunities, and discuss emerging health and human services issues. For more information email Assistance County Administrator Jill Jolicoeur at .

Healthier Together

The 2018-2023 Douglas County Community Health Plan sits on a foundation committed to creating health equity in Douglas County.  As the steward of this plan with community partners, the Lawrence-Douglas County Health Department is working to create the conditions for health for all.

Dive into an interactive dashboard to learn more about how equity issues affect all of our health and view progress on the Community Health Plan.

Douglas county department of health and human services