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

St. Andrew's Lutheran Church NEW Senior Community Center,    

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

• Open Cities Health Center – Dental Care, Same day and next day appointments available. Sliding-fee. Will work with you, regardless of your ability to pay. View uninsured options. If you need an interpreter, they are available in any language upon request. 409 North Dunlap, St. Paul; Call: 651-290-9200

• 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. 

• Visit https://dcyf.mn.gov/federal-shutdown for more information and updates on the shutdown.

• 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

https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/10/27/walz-sends-4-million-dollars-to-food-shelves

• Additonal update information can also be found here: https://whitebearfoodshelf.org/2025/10/changes-in-food-assistance-funding/

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

St. Paul Opportunity Center: 

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

Faith United Methodist Church – St. Anthony: 

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

• Open Cupboard: Offers an indoor shopping market and delivery to unable to shop in person and living in select zip codes. Check the website for more info. or 651-300-113.

  Today’s Harvest  location: 8264 4th St North, Oakdale, MN. No appointment needed.

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.