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aces (Adverse Childhood Experiences) More Resilient Minnesota Project Community Conversations | Partnership with FamilyWise More Resilient Minnesota seeks to improve the health and resilience of current and future generations. Resilience includes individuals’ inherent strengths and nurtured capacities as well as the resources and supports of their families, communities, and cultures. Following the Self-Healing Communities approach, Children’s Mental Health and Family Services Collaboratives educate their communities about neurobiology, epigenetics, ACEs, and resilience research (NEAR Science) and train local presenters to share this information widely throughout their communities. Collaboratives then move from awareness of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) to action. They engage and gather input from a diverse representation of community members in their areas through Community Resilience Conversations with groups of people and/or 100 Cups of Coffee Interviews with individuals. This community wisdom and local data guide Collaboratives as they develop Community Resilience Plans. Collaboratives will then have the opportunity to pilot Community Resilience Initiatives outlined in their Community Resilience Plans and also use those plans to leverage funding and provide strategic direction for their activities. Download the More Resilient Minnesota Overview MORE INFO DOWNLOAD THE OVERVIEW ACES coalition ACES CALENDAR YOUTH CONNECTIONS MAGAZINE Interested in an ace's presentation? CLICK HERE

road to success Operating within Kandiyohi, McLeod, Meeker, Renville, and Yellow Medicine counties, RTS (Road to Success is a collaboration between PACT for Families Collaborative and member organizations, focusing on enhancing youth resilience and support systems. Our dedicated team offers personalized assistance through non clinical one-on-one sessions facilitated by Transition Specialists, Peer Support, and Family Liaisons. Using the evidence-based Life Course Model, our staff aims to foster greater self-sufficiency and independence to individuals aged 16-25 facing recognized SED/SMI, emerging mental health issues, or experiencing developmental disabilities. This comprehensive approach has consistently improved real life outcomes, enabling individuals to achieve their goals and successfully transition into adult roles and responsibilities. Clients in our Transition Services Programs receive support in the following areas: Road to Success is a federally funded program under SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) aimed at providing transition services for youth ages 16-25. These programs specifically cater to individuals who are at risk of Serious Emotional Disturbances (SED), Serious Mental Illness (SMI), or experiencing developmental disabilities. 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

recent news PACT & Partners past, current, and future news! News Youth Connection Magaine Youth Connections Magazine, in collaboration with PACT for Families, continues to be a beacon of support and information, illuminating the path for youth... Read More PACER Center events Livestream events and workshops available on the PACER website. Read More Mental Health Resources Helpful resources for you or a loved one to use for mental health support. Read More Events April Full Collaborative Meeting Wed, Apr 08 Glencoe-Silver Lake Public School More info Buy Tickets ACES Training Wed, Apr 15 Renville County Office Building More info RSVP Get Social

Thank you for your interest in requesting a training through PACT for Families Collaborative. This Training Request Form will help us identify the topics, formats, and resources that will best support your professional growth and our shared goals. Please complete the form below to help us understand your training needs and determine how we can best support your request. Name of Person Requesting Training* Email* Organization / Agency name* Position* Phone* How did you or your organization learn about the training opportunities and request form?* Social Media PACT Website Full Collaborative Email Other Is your organization a current member of the PACT for Families Collaborative?* Yes No Unsure Are you interested in receiving more information about joining the PACT for Families Collaborative? * Yes No Which training(s) are you requesting?* ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) TBRI (Trust-Based Relational Intervention) QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer – Suicide Prevention) Family Development Credential (only available in person) Youth Mental Health First Aid (only available in person) Teen Mental Health First Aid (only available in person) MiiWrap Other Preferred location for the training: (please include county, city, site, or virtual)* Preferred format (this is not applicable to in-person only trainings)* In-person Virtual Hybrid Preferred date or date range: (e.g., “August 2025,” “weekday afternoons only,” or “Tuesdays in October” Approximate number of participants to be accommodated* Who is the intended audience for this training?* Parents School staff Case managers Youth workers Social Workers Other Are there any specific goals, outcomes, or needs you hope to address through this training?* Would you like to join our mailing list to receive updates on upcoming trainings and events with PACT? Yes, subscribe me to your email list. Submit

A family services & mental health collaborative A vision of healthy, safe, and resilient communities. Resources Programs putting All Communities Together About US REFERRAL FORM CONTACT Welcome to pact! We welcome you to browse our programs and resources listed below to see what fits your needs best! FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES LEARN MORE TRANSITION SERVICES LEARN MORE YOUTH ORIENTED SERVICES LEARN MORE PROGRAMS VIEW ALL PROGRAMS ACES Adverse Childhood Experiences LEARN MORE county resources LEARN MORE mn dhs collaborative LEARN MORE PRINTABLE RESOURCES LEARN MORE FUNDING REQUEST LEARN MORE RESOURCES VIEW ALL RESOURCES recent news more news >

LCTS TRAINING This webpage has been created for participants in the  Local Collaborative Time Study (LCTS)  for PACT for Families Collaborative. Each participant needing training (either initial or refresher) should complete the 4 training steps outlined below: Complete the  LCTS Overview Training Complete the  LCTS Codes Training  (specific to your employment area) Submit the  LCTS Participant Checklist  to indicate you are eligible to participate in LCTS Complete the Google form at the bottom to indicate that you have completed the trainings Questions or concerns? Please contact the LCTS Coordinator (scroll down for contact info.). Step 1: LCTS Overview Training All participants, watch the short overview video: LCTS Overview and Random Moments Training Step 2: LCTS Codes Training Watch the LCTS Codes Training video specific to your area of employment. Print or bookmark handouts for easy reference. Public School Employees: Watch the 🎥  training video  (11:00) Handouts: Public Schools LCTS Activity Codes Flowchart Public Schools LCTS Activity Codes Chart Public Schools LCTS Activity Codes Reference Guide Public Health Employees: Watch the 🎥  training video  (10:11) Handouts: Public Health LCTS Activity Codes Chart Public Health LCTS Activity Codes Reference Guide Corrections/Court Services Employees: Watch the 🎥  training video   (5:29) Handouts: Court Services LCTS Activity Codes Chart Court Services LCTS Activity Codes Reference Guide Step 3: LCTS Participant Checklist After you've completed both (1) the overview training and (2) the codes training for your position, fill out and submit the  LCTS Participant Checklist for your employment area: Public Schools LCTS Participant Checklist Public Health LCTS Participant Checklist Corrections LCTS Participant Checklist Step 4: Google Form We’d love your input! Click the button below to fill out the Google Form. Get Started connect! Please reach out to the LCTS Coordinator with any questions or concerns regarding LCTS training. ann poe Office manager & LCTS Coordinator 320-231-7030 ann.poe@pactforfamilies.org

Contact US Contact PACT for Families PACT for Families Office: 2200 23rd St NE Suite 2030 Willmar, MN 56201 PACTOffice@pactforfamilies.org (320) 231-7030 or (800)-960-7228 (320) 231-7033 FOLLOW Us LOCATION Willmar, MN Let's Chat Phone 320-231-7030 Email PACTOffice@pactforfamilies.org Follow First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thanks for submitting!

governANCE chief elected officials Description and Expectations purpose: The collaborative is governed by a Chief Elected Officials Board consisting of a county commissioner from each county. The CEO Board meets at least annually before the annual meeting of the Collaborative and at other times as necessary. mission: The Board of Chief Elected Officials gives authority to either the PACT for Families Director or the Executive Board Chair to enter into any contract or to execute any instrument for the agency. The PACT for Families Attorney is authorized to certify entities' requirements when required. Governing duties: Review and approval of upcoming budget. Annual authorization to apply for grant funds. Annual appropriation of tax dollars. Review of Bylaws. ceo board members Board Chair Vice-Chair Paul Johnson Ron Antony Meeker County Yellow Medicine County nathan schmalz McLeod County greg snow Renville County corky berg Kandiyohi County Meeting Minutes Below, you'll find the official meeting minutes from the CEO Board. If you have any questions or need meeting minutes from previous years, please contact pactoffice@pactforfamilies.org. 2021 CEO Board Minutes 2023 CEO Board Minutes 2022 CEO Board Minutes 2024 CEO Board Minutes 2025 CEO Board Minutes executive board Description and Expectations purpose: The board provides leadership, governance, and oversight to ensure PACT for Families fulfills its mission and organizational needs. mission statement: Partners working together to strengthen families and support children in achieving their highest potential. Key Responsibilities: Guide organizational leadership and policies Oversee financial management, grants, and programs Review organizational and program reports Promote PACT for Families Board Member Expectations: Attend monthly meetings (First Tuesday, 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, Kandiyohi County HHS Building) Serve on committees (meeting ~4 times/year) Participate in up to two special events annually Support and promote PACT’s mission and initiatives Stay informed on PACT’s budget and financial needs executive board members Vice Chair 2026 Chair 2026 At-Large Representative Public Health Representative Leah Lundgren Sara Benson McLeod County Social Services Serves through 2027 (320) 864-1431 leah.lundgren@mcleodcountymn.gov Public Health Representative Director, Renville County Public Health Serves through 2026 (320) 523-3831 sara.benson@renvillecountymn.gov School Representative Kodi Goracke School Representative | Principal Atwater/Cosmos/Grove City Schools Serves through 2026 (320) 244-4686 gorackek@acgcfalcons.org At-Large Representative Heather Jeseritz Community Services Director, United Community Action Partnership Serves through 2027 (320) 235-0850 x 1138 heatherj@unitedcapmn.org Parent of SED Child Representative jessica dybsetter allison deal Kandiyohi County Community Corrections Serves through 2026 (320) 231-6222 allison.deal@kcmn.us Yellow Medicine Co Resident Serves through 2027 jessicadybsetter@gmail.com Carrie Peterson Kandiyohi County Resident Serves through 2028 carrieannpeterson@yahoo.com Mental Health Representative Wendell Veurink Greater MN Family Services Serves through 2028 (320) 894-9370 wveurink@greaterminnesota.org Fiscal Agent (non-voting) Brenda Peterson Yellow Medicine County Social Services (320) 564-2211 brenda.peterson@co.ym.mn.gov Social Services Representative Rae Ann Keeler-Aus Social Services Representative Director, Yellow Medicine County Family Services Serves through 2028 (320) 564-2211 raeann.keeleraus@co.ym.mn.gov Director (non-voting) Sarah Vonderharr PACT for Families Executive Director (320) 231-7030 ext. 2965 sarah.vonderharr@pactforfamilies.org Corrections Representative Parent Representative Meeting Minutes Below, you'll find the official meeting minutes from the Executive Board. If you have any questions or need meeting minutes from previous years, please contact pactoffice@pactforfamilies.org. 2021 Executive Board Minutes 2023 Executive Board Minutes 2022 Executive Board Minutes 2024 Executive Board Minutes

FUNDING REQUEST GRANT APPLICATION ACTIVITY TRAINING PACT for Families uses Local Collaborative Time Study (LCTS) funding to provide grants to partner agencies. Funding priorities for LCTS grants have been for activities directed at a clearly defined at-risk population such as but not limited to the following; At risk of EBD or SED/ED Economically disadvantaged Abused/neglected At risk of school failure/dropping out Delinquent Chemical use/abuse Mental illness/chemical dependency (MI/CD) Teen mothers At risk of out-of-home placement The focus of an LCTS project must be to reduce the risk of out of home placements. PACT for Families works creatively to provide services and opportunities for youth who are struggling at home, school, or community, and to find resources and outlets to help meet their needs. We know that youth do much better when they receive local support from their community.

TRAININGs/events Have a training topic in mind, or want us to bring back a previous session? We’d love to hear from you! Submit your request through our Training Request Form below, and our team will reach out to explore how we can support your needs. Training Request Form Upcoming Trainings & Events April Full Collaborative Meeting Wed, Apr 08 Glencoe-Silver Lake Public School More info RSVP HERE! ACES Training Wed, Apr 15 Renville County Office Building More info RSVP Here! PTTC The purpose of the Prevention Technology Transfer Center (PTTC) Network is to improve implementation and delivery of effective substance use prevention interventions, and provide training and technical assistance services to the substance misuse prevention field. NTTAC NTTAC promotes access to evidence based and community driven solutions while uplifting diverse voices through inclusive trainings and resources. We are dedicated to creating spaces for providers and community leaders to gather, learn, share insights, and build a national support network. Public Health Minnesota's public health system functions as a partnership between state and local governments, and is designed to ensure that the public's health and safety are protected statewide while providing local governments with the flexibility needed to identify and address local needs. VIEW TRAININGS VIEW TRAININGS VIEW TRAININGS