Emergency Housing Assistance Programs
Lakes and Pines can offer emergency housing assistance to individuals and families experiencing a housing crisis which can be the result of the following conditions:

Housing Rehabilitation Loan
Financing to eligible households to make basic permanent repairs to their home which can also include making improvements for handicap accessibility.

Small Cities Development Program
Grant program that cities & townships (with a population under 50,000) or counties can apply for through the Minnesota Department of Employment & Economic Development.

Weatherization Program
Agency crews and contractors provide energy conservation measures such as insulation, weather-stripping, and caulking to help reduce energy costs. Furnaces are also checked.

Early Head Start / Head Start are a NO COST comprehensive family & child development school readiness programs for children ages birth to 5 years, including expectant families. We believe parents know their children best and are their first and most important teacher and their engagement is key to strong child development. We work to guide you through your child’s healthy development and assist your family with setting and achieving goals. Learning opportunities are available in home based and center based settings.

Head Start is service for preschool age children ages 3 to 5 years. This service works with the parent(s) to promote the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development in children ages 3 to 5 years to prepare them for kindergarten. Services are available in home based and center based settings.

Early Head Start is a service for children ages birth to 3 years, including expectant families. This service works with the parent(s) or guardian(s) to promote the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development of infants and toddlers. Services are available in home based and center based settings.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program
Lakes and Pines is providing free tax preparation for eligible low-income individuals and families.

Social Security Application Assistance
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) application assistance.

Family Assets for Independence in MN (FAIM)
Savings program to help low-wage earners in Minnesota build assets through the purchase of a home, pursuit of higher education or launching of a new business.

Financial Literacy
Financial literacy is having the knowledge and skills to make informed judgments and effective decisions about money management.

SNAP/Food Support Application Assistance
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides Minnesotans with low incomes to get the food they need for sound nutrition and balanced meals.

SNAP Employment and Training (SNAP E&T)
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment and Training (SNAP E&T) program provides people with free employment and education training and support for people receiving SNAP benefits, but not receiving MFIP.

MNsure In-Person Assistance & Navigation
Assisting individuals and families in obtaining health care coverage.

Youth Programs
We offer a variety of resources, activities and programs designed to help young people explore their interests, develop new skills, and make lasting friendships.