Coon Rapids Police Partners With Social Worker To Enhance Community Support Services

Coon Rapids Police Partners With Social Worker To Enhance Community Support Services

In Coon Rapids, Minnesota, a new initiative by the local police department aims to bridge the gap between law enforcement and community support services.

As reported on the Coon Rapids official website, Lori Halbur, a licensed social worker, has teamed up with the Coon Rapids Police Department to provide residents with free access to various social services.

The effort, termed "Meet the Social Worker," offers an open door to those grappling with diverse challenges from mental health to housing insecurity.

Halbur's services are available without the need for an appointment, facilitating easier access for those who might be navigating the complex cogs of bureaucracy to find the assistance they need.

Hosted at the Anoka County Library's Crooked Lake Branch, the sessions run every first Thursday of the month from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., offering a window for community members to seek help in a familiar and neutral setting.

According to the official announcement, assistance is not limited to any single area but spans across a spectrum of concerns: "Mental Health, Substance Use, Homelessness or Housing Insecurity, Food Insecurity, Financial Insecurity, Job Insecurity, Child or Parenting, Older Adults/Aging." This inclusive approach reflects an understanding of the multifaceted nature of the challenges faced by individuals within the community.

SOURCE: hoodline