Resources for new immigrants
We understand there is a lot to figure out now that you are resettling in a new place. There is so much to learn and we’re here to help. Below are resources to help with different areas of your new life.
- Choose the best care: The difference between primary, acute/same-day, and emergency care
- Keep your kids on track. The importance of well child appointments.
- Well child visits calendar
- Can my child get free or low-cost shots?
- Are your kids ready? Minnesota’s immunization laws and requirements.
- Free screening for children with bone, muscle or joint problems | Wed, July 24
- How to pick up medication from the pharmacy
- Choose the best care: The difference between primary, acute/same-day, and emergency care
- Women, Infants and Children (WIC) – learn about and apply for the nutrition program
- Financial help at Hennepin Healthcare
- Do you need health care coverage? Learn about the different types and how to apply.
- Find low-cost health care
- Low-cost health care directory
- Minnesota child car seat law. It's the state law for all children to be in a child restraint until they are 4'9" or at least age 8, whichever comes first. Talk to your provider to learn how to get a car seat.
- Car seat safety
- Types of car seats
- Car seat installation
- Booster seats
- Car seat safety tips
Food support
- Second Harvest Heartland - Find Food
- Free Meals for Kids
General support
- Minnesota Department of Health - General resources for new immigrants
- Head Start (Hennepin County), operated by Parents in Community Action (PICA) – learn about early childhood and family development programs
- Help Me Connect – find programs and services to support healthy families
- Women, Infants and Children (WIC) – learn about and apply for the nutrition program
