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Meals on Wheels of Ramsey County

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Monthly Resource Updates

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. 

    Energy Assistance & Food Assistance Updates

      ENERGY ASSISTANCE - Community Action Program of Ramsey and Washington County

      • Energy Assistance 

        • Website:  caprw.org.  Main phone number: 651-645-6470

        • Cold Weather Rule - Xcel not disconnecting services for gas and electricity. But if you are in an apartment, utility can still be shut off.

        • Also pays water bills up to $300 per year if done directly through St. Paul Water Works. Per calendar year. Resets in January.

        • Do not currently have funds - not sure when they will be allocated due to gov. shutdown. They are just processing applications,however..

      • Furnace repair assistance - homeowner needs to apply. Same energy assistance application, just let them know that the furnace needs repair. Will also work with Mobile Homes.


      • Power On!  EnergyCents Coalition has the Power On application on their website and it is a very easy application.  

        • Website: www.energycents.org. The phone number is: 651-774-9010.

        • Referring to PowerOn - had to have been approved by energy assistance last year. If all the way disconnected, and they see that you have applied, and would be approved by energy assistance, they will assist


      SNAP - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Updates

      • Due to a lack of funding caused by the federal government shutdown, SNAP and MFIP food benefits will not be issued for November until the shutdown ends or we receive further guidance from the federal government. 



      • As of 10-27-25: Governor Walz will be providing $4 million in emergency state funding to MN food shelves to help with needs through gov. Shutdown




      THANKSGIVING GROCERY AND MEAL RESOURCES

      • Union Gospel Mission

        • Thanksgiving Basket Distribution: Registration is already full this year. 

        • Thanksgiving Meal On Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27th from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Annual Thanksgiving dinner for the community. The meal will take place at the Men’s Campus: 435 University Ave. E, St. Paul, MN. This event is open to anyone in the community in need of a meal. All are welcome.


      • Fare for All offers discounted grocery packs for $35 and produce-only packs for $10. For more information, call 763-450-386. Upcoming Ramsey County location:  White Bear Lake-Community of Grace, 4000 Linden St., White Bear Lake, MN 55110 - Friday, Nov. 7, 1-3pm


      • FOCUS Minnesota at 550 Rice Street, Saint Paul, is offering Thanksgiving groceries at their Food Shelf on Saturday, November 22, 10:00-11:30 am to the first 100 and a prepared Thanksgiving Dinner on Sunday, November 23, from 5:00pm-until they run out of food. Open to anyone in need. For more information: (651) 222-0712.


      • White Bear Area Food Shelf - Give a Gobble

        • Every year local businesses and neighbors come together to provide turkeys and all the essentials needed to prepare a traditional Thanksgiving feast. This year's meal kit includes: Turkey, Potatoes, Onions, Carrots, Cream of Mushroom Soup, Canned Green Beans, Milk, Gravy Mix Packet, Cranberry Jelly, Dinner Rolls, and a Pumpkin Pie! 

        • Pick up dates:

          • November 24, 11:00AM - 5:00PM

          • November 25, 10:00AM - 4:00PM

        • Pre-Registration online is required. The registration link will open Monday, November 10 at 10:00AM. Please check the website for pre-registration link: https://whitebearfoodshelf.org/2025/11/give-a-gobble-2025/

        • Or call 651-407-5310 for the latest information.


      • Saint Andrew’s Community Resource Center has a FREE community meal every Thursday @ 6 pm, BUT NOT on Thanksgiving Day. Vouchers for Thanksgiving grocery giveaway have already been given away. 


      ADDITIONAL FOOD RESOURCE UPDATES for November

      • Keystone Community Food Center, 1800 University Ave, St. Paul, will be closed Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27, and Nov. 28.  Their regular food shelf hours are Mon-Fri 10-12 and 2-4, except Wed 11-1 and 4-6pm. Keystone also offers mobile markets and grocery delivery to select neighborhoods in St. Paul. Call 651-917-3792  for more information.


      • Loaves & Fishes offers dinner meals. Click on each location for more information or to volunteer. 

      St. Matthew's Catholic Church: 

      510 Hall Ave., St.Paul, Monday-Friday: 5:00 to 6:00 PM

      No meal service on Thanksgiving or Friday after

      422 Dorothy Day Place, Every day: 4:30 to 5:15 PM 

      2708 33rd Ave. N, 2nd Thursday: 5:00 to 6:00 PM, in-person meal


      • Merrick Community Services Food Shelf serves residents of the East Side of St. Paul and Maplewood. Located at Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church, 1669 Arcade St. N, St. Paul with both drive-thru and in-person shopping. There will be no Thanksgiving baskets this year but the food shelf will be open normal hours on Monday-Wednesday and closed on Thanksgiving Day and Friday. Call 651-287-2088.

      1669 Arcade St, St. Paul

      Drive Through Only Hours, Door 2A: Mondays 3-5pm and Tuesdays 10-noon

      In Person Shopping Only Hours, Door 3: Wednesday’s 10-Noon

       Closed Thanksgiving Thurs. & Fri. 11/27-11-28


      Monday – Friday 12pm – 6pm and Saturday 10:00am – 1:00pm

      The market is open to anyone in need of food and is designed to provide a 1-2 day supply of food during each visit. Households are welcome to shop as often as needed.


      NEW Transportation Options and more...

        Phone: 651-602-1111 Operates extended hours 7 days/week, check website for your community’s hrs.

        Services: Shared door-through-door accessible rides for those certified with a disability or health condition that prevents them from being able to drive or use regular fixed-route buses. A completed application, signed by a medical provider, must be submitted at least 30 days prior to using services. Applications are available on the website. Riders may be accompanied by a personal care attendant/caregiver. 


        NEW Premium On-Demand Program (POD) - Metro Mobility riders can now also book personal rides (not shared) through premium on-demand paratransit and assisted mobility rides with Transportation Plus (www.tplusride.com/) or by calling 612-888-8888, Carepool (www.carepool.us) at 612-284-5204, and UZURV (https://uzurv.com/metro-mobility-ride/) at 612-473-4115. These providers can accommodate wheelchairs, scooters, and service animals. Metro Mobility pays $20 and you pay $5.00 and any additional amount over the first $25. If you have questions about the Premium On-Demand (POD) program, contact Metro Mobility Service Center at 651-602-1111 or email: metromobility@metc.state.mn.us.


        Phone: 612-373-3333 Transit Information Center Transit Experts provide information about routes, schedules and fares M-F 6:30am-8pm & Sat 8am-4:30pm. Or Text 612-444-1161 for transit information.

        Services: Fixed route bus & light rail discounts, route help & schedule information.


        NEW Metro micro – Book a door-to-door shared ride anywhere in the service area and drop off anywhere in the same service area with free transfers. Uses ADA-accessible minibuses for fast, safe, and convenient service with minimal wait times. Growing service areas (currently in Ramsey County, service is only available in Roseville). Operates M-F 5:30am-10:30pm & weekends 7am-10:30pm. Go to: https://www.metrotransit.org/micro for more information.



        What do you and your organization have planned for National Ageism Awareness Day? Consider now how you can draw attention to the impact of ageism in Minnesota and our shared work to build age-inclusive communities. This year, help us shine a light on how ageism impacts us and all our work together to champion a Minnesota free of ageism. To help, the American Society on Aging has prepared free tools and resources.



        • Ageism Fact Sheet 

        • Social Media Toolkit

        • Age-Friendly Communication Guide

        • Press Release

        • Sample Proclamation

        • Breaking Barriers Between Age Groups

        • 100 Days of School Alternative Curriculum




        FREE SMART PHONES AND SERVICE THROUGH LIFELINE

        Foundation First Services LLC, is now providing FREE government smartphones and service through the Lifeline Program.


        If you have a low income or receive government assistance such as Medicaid, SNAP (Food Stamps), or SSI, you could be eligible to receive a free phone and monthly service at no cost to you. 


        Stop by or Apply Online:

        Foundation First Services LLC

        1821 University Ave W, Suite 158

        Saint Paul, MN 55104


        🕒 Walk-ins welcome Monday–Friday!



        Once you're approved, we’ll help you set up your phone right away




        NEW FROM TRELLIS: 


        Care Ecosystem - Free Support for Dementia Caregivers and Their Loved Ones


        The Care Ecosystem at Trellis is a free, year-long, phone-based program that helps people living with dementia and their caregivers find resources and navigate dementia with confidence. 



        Professional or family caregivers can make a referral online at: https://cumulus.care/Trellis/activities/G34Zv7u4zvKNTjBpXUp8Hx/public/YLmLCBv7sE6h5SW4TadChL


        Or if you have questions: send an email: dementiasupport@trellisconnects.org or call the dedicated support line at 651-917-4619. They will follow up within two business days. 


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