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Register for a FREE SAFE STORAGE bag from PACT for Families and Kandiyohi County Public Health. safe storage free safe storage bag brought to you by PACT for Families in partnership with Kandiyohi County Public Health. Click below to order yours! ORDER NOW FREE Why is it important to store safe? Safe storage is vital for preventing underage substance use and help to keep youth safe from exposure to dangerous and potentially fatal substances. MORE INFO ON SAFE STORAGE

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JOURNEY TO INDEPENDENCE Journey to Independence (JTI) is a Federally Funded Program through a four-year SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) grant that provides transition services for youth ages 14 – 21 who struggle with recognized SED/SMI or emerging mental health issues. Youth are assisted in developing greater self-sufficiency and independence while emphasizing the role of parents/guardians in guiding and supporting their youth through the transition to adulthood. Youth supports are provided by Transition COACH Facilitators who utilize the Transition to Independence Planning (TIP) Model ® using the five domains of: Family supports are provided by a Family Liaison to enhance the skills and knowledge of parents/guardians as they support their JTI youth. Using a strength-based youth and family-driven approach; parents/guardians are provided one-to-one support visits, educational workshops on transitional needs, and connection to community resources. Referrals can be made by: Family members Caregivers School staff Social Service staff Mental Health or Community providers Youth self-referral For more information contact: Jenn @ 320-444-8827 jenn.pauff@pactforfamilies.org employment skills Resume building Interview roleplay Appropriate interview attire community functioning skills Team building Communication skills Studying for driver's education personal wellbeing Self advocacy Stress relief Health management living situation Budgeting Obtaining housing Cooking/Food handling education Study habits High school completion/GED College prep Journey to Independence is made possible through grant funding from SAMHSA.

CONNECTING FAMILIES Connecting Families is a Networking Support Group that provides opportunities for parents of children with special developmental, physical or mental health needs to gather for support. Activities & support opportunities include: Sensory Friendly Movies Educational Workshops Monthly Support Group Meetings The groups are led by caring facilitators with lived experience and groups are made up of parents and other voluntary members. Weighted Blanket Application WEIGHTED BLANKET APPLICATION FORM Research supports the benefits of weighted blankets for children's well-being including: Improved total sleep time, sleep maintenance, and sleep disruption Relaxation and better sleep Reduced anxiety Improvements in symptoms of ADHD Calming a restless body Increased production of serotonin, helping them calm down naturally PACT uses weighted blanket guidelines provided by an occupational therapist, and recommends having a doctor or therapist referral for use of a weighted blanket. Weighted blanket recipients and parents are encouraged to explore additional PACT for Families programs and become part of our collaborative community. Join us in shaping the future of our programs and supporting each other on this journey towards improved well-being.

5-COUNTY CHILDREN'S LAC What is a Children's Local Advisory Council? Mission: The purpose of the LAC is to use the knowledge of a broad range of people to improve local mental health services, especially those who use mental health services. As well, participation is encouraged by their family members, those who provide services and those who are concerned about public policy. Minnesota statutes require counties to establish local mental health advisory councils or mental health subcommittees of other councils. The Act gives LACs a broad role in the review, evaluation and planning of local systems. Duties: • Recommend: Make recommendations regarding services provided by the local children’s mental health system. The LAC is to provide the county board with a report of unmet mental health needs of children in the county at least annually. • Plan: The LAC is to be involved in the development of mental health planning for the counties. • Coordinate: Receive input from providers regarding coordination of care between services. • Inform: Identify for the County Board individuals and agencies to receive information on predictors and symptoms of emotional disturbances, where mental health services are available in the county, and how to access the services. • Identify Needs: Seek input from parents, former consumers, providers and others about the needs of children with emotional disturbance in the local area and services needed by families of these children. • Report: The LAC is to report its recommendations regarding the local mental health system to the State Advisory Council on Mental Health. • Other o Policy Recommendations o Develop and conduct public educations activities on behalf of the county board.

early childhood committee The focus of the Early Childhood Committee is to enhance the cognitive, physical and social/emotional development of children from prenatal through age five. The committee looks for ways to help all early childhood agencies and programs work together to meet the needs of our youngest children and families. We strive to identify and address gaps in services. The committee's mission statement is: to enhance early childhood mental health services in the 5 counties.

Discretionary Grant Applications Discretionary grants are mini grants up to $5,000 provided through funds generated through the Local Collaborative Time Study (LCTS.) These grants are flexible to allow for creativity and vision in meeting the needs of children and families and are available to all Collaborative members. Funding is requested through a brief application process, available through the PACT website below, and is accepted anytime during the year. Discretionary grants are typically meant to provide funding for new, unique, or one-time programs or services. Members are asked to refrain from requesting LCTS discretionary funds when other monies are available to fund a project or when the activity is something the agency would normally be expected to do. It is our goal to meet the needs of children and families in as flexible a manner as possible. To apply for discretionary funds allocated through Local Collaborative Time Study (LCTS) dollars, please contact the PACT Office for the application. Your submission will be sent directly to the PACT for Families Collaborative office for review. Members who have met their financial commitment to the Collaborative may apply for these grant dollars.

annual events Multiple Dates The Collaborative Care Conference Tue, Nov 18 Willmar A Culture of Care: Building Stronger & Healthier Communities Details Multiple Dates The Collaborative Care Conference Mon, Nov 17 Willmar A Culture of Care: Building Stronger & Healthier Communities Details

PROGRAMS The listing below provides links to current major projects of PACT for Families Collaborative. Many PACT for Families programs are funded by grants from state and federal agencies. Others are paid for through Local Collaborative Time Study (LCTS) dollars and membership dues. Although the Collaborative strives to retain all programs that are showing positive benefit to youth and families, some programs do end when the funding source ends. PACT for Families provides a large network to share ideas and resources and to seek funding for new and continuing local efforts. By being involved with collaborative committees and connections, people are automatically connected to new ideas and resources. FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES family support services connecting families LEARN MORE family liaIson LEARN MORE wraparound LEARN MORE Weighted Blanket Referral Form CLICK FOR FILLABLE FORM TRANSITION SERVICES transition services journey to independence LEARN MORE road to success LEARN MORE YOUTH PREVENTION SERVICES PARTNERSHIP FOR SUCCESS LEARN MORE school SOCIAL WORKERS LEARN MORE "COSI" Cultural Outreach Support & initiative LEARN MORE youth oriented services Need help? Get in Touch! CONTACT PACT

COSI Cultural Outreach Support & Initiative The Cultural Outreach & Support Initiative (COSI) provides culturally responsive support for youth (ages 11–24) and their families in Kandiyohi, McLeod, Meeker, Renville, and Yellow Medicine counties. Through community liaisons, trauma-informed education, and interpreter services, COSI addresses mental health and substance use challenges while reducing barriers to care. By fostering trust and engagement, the program uplifts diverse cultural groups and encourages careers in mental health and substance use fields to build a more inclusive future. Who can refer? Referrals to the COSI program can be made by anyone aware of Ethnic and Cultural Minority Youth or young adults affected by chemical dependency or mental health problems. Common Referral Sources Include: School Counselors County Case Managers Corrections agents Treatment Agencies Parents or other family members Friends Youth self-referral

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