COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Community Resources
Woodbury Public Safety is here to support our community's senior citizens and others with conditions that make them more vulnerable to COVID-19.
We have established a helpline to answer questions from our most at-risk citizens about getting essentials such as food and medications while still staying safe. The helpline, 651-414-3499, is open for calls Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
ENRICHMENT
View a comprehensive list of free and paid, online and virtual, enrichment offerings through South Washington County Schools Community Education as well as a list of free offerings we've compiled from resources around the world.
View the complete list here.
EMPLOYMENT
Experience Works
FOOD AND NUTRITIONAL ASSISTANCE
Friends in Need Food Shelf
Serving residents of Cottage Grove, St. Paul Park, Newport, and Grey Cloud Island.
Website | 651-458-0730
Christian Cupboard Food Shelf
Website | 651-233-1296.
Food Harvest of the St. Croix Valley
For over 20 years, Food Harvest has been providing individuals and families on tight food budgets with a quantity of fresh produce, breads, dairy and other nutritious foods not always available at a regular food shelf or pantry.
Website | 651-708-6799
Fare for All
Website | 763-450-3880
Fruit of the Vine - Burnsville
Fruit of the Vine Burnsville provides a food pantry.
Website | 612-567-3688
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
WIC is a nutrition and breastfeeding program that helps families eat well and stay healthy.
Website | 651-430-26658
HOUSING
White Pines Assisted living and memory care in Cottage Grove
Website | 651-409-9045 - Assisted Living, 651-409-9041 - Memory Care
Norris Square
Senior living community in Cottage Grove
Website | 651-769-6600
Legends Apartments
Active seniors living in Cottage Grove
Website | 651-430-2739
Senior Housing Directory
Find senior living and senior care in your area.
Website | 651-430-2739
LEGAL ASSISTANCE
Senior Law Project
The Senior Law Project provides free legal assistance to low-income elderly living in Washington, Dakota, Ramsey, Carver and Scott counties. Intake Hours are 9:00 - 11:45 a.m. and 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Website | 651-224-7301
MEDICARE AND COUNSELING
The Senior Center offers a Medicare expert to assist you in getting the right Medicare coverage for your situation for the right price. We can help. This service is free.
Call 1-800-333-2433 to make the appointment. Please tell them you would like to meet at the Senior Center in Cottage Grove.
SENIOR SERVICES
Family Means
Respite care, caregiver support groups, caregiver coaching/counseling, educational programs.
Website | 651-439-4840
KOK Funeral Home
Grief support and care groups
Website | 651-459-2875
Mesothelioma and Asbestos Awareness Center (MAA Center) Features a wide range of information regarding support and resources for mesothelioma patients.
Website | 1-866-823-1518
Valley Outreach
Website | 651-430-2739
TRANSPORTATION
Senior Linkage Line
The Senior LinkAge Line is a free service of the state of Minnesota that connects older Minnesotans and their families with the help they need.
Website | 651-430-2739
Transit Links Rides
Transit Link is a curb-to-curb minibus or van service for the general public that operates on weekdays throughout the seven-county metropolitan area. It is a shared ride service which must be reserved in advance.
Website | 651-602-25465
Metro Mobility
Metro Mobility is a shared ride public transportation service for certified riders who are unable to use regular fixed-route buses due to a disability or health condition. Trips are provided for any purpose.
Website | 651-602-1000