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Meals on Wheels of Ramsey County

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Monthly Resource Updates

RESOURCES FOR PETS AND THEIR PALS - December 2025

    GENERAL INFORMATION and COMMUNITY OUTREACH

    • Animal Humane Society Community Outreach offers several services


    PET FOOD

    Currently accessible to residents who live within the city limits of Minneapolis. For those living outside of Minneapolis, we allow families to shop once every six months. Bond Between believes that no pet should go hungry due to financial constraints regardless of their location. We encourage you to use our Low Cost Pet Food and Supply resources to find other places that offer similar services. 2501 Minnehaha Avenue,  Minneapolis, MN, 55404, Phone: (612) 722-9998 Email: info@thebondbetween.org


    • Sometimes food shelves carry pet food.  It all depends on the donations they receive, but it’s worth calling your local food shelf. These food shelves in St. Paul may offer food for pets according to The Bond Between website:


    PET BOARDING/FOSTER CARE




    VETERINARY CARE

    • Access Veterinary Care Works with clients to find a care plan that fits their financial situation and seeks to provide an inclusive and informative space for pet owners even if you’ve never seen a veterinarian, you’re concerned about finances, or there’s a language barrier. 6225 – 42nd Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN 55422 Phone: 763-390-4050, Website:myaccessvetcare.com


    • Como Park Animal Hospital Como Park Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary clinic that accepts Care Credit. They offer 24-hour emergency services. 1014 Dale St. N., St. Paul, MN 55117 Phone: 651-487-3255 Website: comoparkanimalhospital.com



    • Animal Care Foundation of Minnesota - Subsidized veterinary care for pets of elderly and disabled persons with limited financial resources. An application is required in order to qualify. Email: acfcoordinator@gmail.com, Phone: 763-529-5060, Website: animalcarefoundation.org


    • Natural Pet Health - Provides compassionate, mobile veterinary care. Exams are $50. 247 County Road B West, Roseville, MN 55113 Phone: 651-397-6180 Website: natural-pet-vet.weebly.com


    • VeTouch - A UofM Veterinary Student Club that provides basic veterinary medical care to the pets of low-income/no-income residents of the inner Twin Cities to promote urban community health. Pet owners must qualify for services based on financial need or disability. VeTouch clinics are held on the first Sunday of every month. Appts. are booked one month in advance. Services include: wellness exams, distemper/rabies vaccines, diagnosis/treatment of parasitic disease, education on zoonotic diseases, behavior education, nutritional support/referral for more involved veterinary care. Phone: ‪(612) 440-6147 Website: VeTouch Veterinary Treatment Outreach


    • RedRover Relief Grants - Financial assistance grants (typically $250) for pet owners, Good Samaritans/rescuers whose animals need urgent veterinary care or crisis housing. Additional resource listing available on site. Website: redrover.org


    • The Pet Fund - Financial assistance for low-income pet owners unable to afford non-basic, non-emergency veterinary care. Must have a written cost estimate from a veterinarian. Website: thepetfund.com


    PET GROOMING

    • Shear Elegance Pet Grooming - likes to help out in these hard economic times by offering very low prices to groom your dog. Open six days/week. 1469 White Bear Ave., St. Paul, MN 55106 Phone: 651-528-1157, Website:shearelegancepetgrooming.com

    Resource Update December 2025

      Health Access MN  MNsure-certified navigators provide free, expert assistance with applying for and renewing health insurance coverage. 2314 University Ave, Saint Paul;

      Call: 651-645-0215 in ENGLISH and SPANISH to schedule a phone appointment.

       

      FastTrackerMN.org A free online search tool that helps Minnesotan find real-time service availability for mental health and substance use disorder care. Whether you are searching for yourself, a loved one, a patient, or just exploring options, this is a great place to start. Available to everyone at no cost, with no ads or paid promotions.

       

      PC's for People Minnesota Learning Center provides in-person & virtual digital skills training. Classes by appointment only, typically one hour and available one-on-one or in groups of 3 max.

      ○ Basic Computer Skills – Windows and Mac Operating Systems

      ○ Software Skills – Common programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Zoom

      ○ Everyday Task Skills – Email, social media, web browsing, navigating the internet safely

      ○ Call 651-354-2552 or email: digitalskills@pcsforpeople.org.

       

      Minnesota Elder Justice Center has a confidential HelpLine for elders or vulnerable adults and those who care about them. HelpLine Advocates can provide support and empathetic listening, help you find resources or access to legal information, and assist you with planning next steps.

      Call: 651-440-9312

       

      900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, Washington County. Open to all senior adults, every Monday–Thursday, 10am–2pm. Drop-ins welcome, however RSVP is required for lunch. Enjoy fellowship, games, lunch (donations accepted) and periodic services such as tech help, Medicare tutelage, foot care, and more. Lunch menu, activity calendar, registration for lunch or a ride to the Center, available online or by calling 651-426-3261. FREE bus rides are available.

      Lower Cost/Sliding Fee Dental Care Resources


        • Century College Dental Hygiene Clinic, Dental Hygiene students supervised by instructors provide cleaning, X-rays, sealants, and fluoride treatments at affordable rates. Century College East Campus, 330 Century Ave N, White Bear Lake; Call 651-444-3080. 


        • Dental Associates of St. Paul, provides preventive, restorative, denture, and advanced services, including emergency care. 1790 7th Street East, St. Paul;  Call 651-735-0595.


        • Community Dental Care, serving all patients, including those with state insurance/public programs, most commercial insurances, and those who do not have insurance with discounts for essential services based on family size and income. 1670 Beam Avenue, Suite 204, Maplewood; Call: 651-925-8400 and 600 Carlton Street North, St. Paul; Call: 651-774-2959; Email: infomw@cdentc.org 


        • University of Minnesota Dental School, provides comprehensive dental care including general, specialty care, and oral surgery in association with the School of Dentistry educational programs. Hours: Monday through Friday 9 am–4 pm. Malcolm Moos Health Sciences Tower–7th Floor, 515 Delaware St. SE, Minneapolis; Call: 612-625-2495. 

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