 Everyone wants a good life. For all of us, making decisions about what that looks like can be overwhelming. Individuals with disabilities often face additional barriers in making these decisions. Person-centered planning is one way to help individuals get on the path to the life that they want.
Join Bloomington Human Services and The Arc to learn about person-centered planning Wednesday, November 1, 5 - 8 p.m. at Civic Plaza (1800 W. Old Shakopee Rd., Bloomington).
Bring your own tablet or laptop or use one available at the session to try out The Arc’s new online tool and talk about how to use what you’ve learned.
This event is free and a light dinner will be provided. Space is limited.
Register online. You will receive an email from The Arc prior to the event with a link to the online tool.
Registration information will be shared with co-sponsors. For accommodations, please contact Bloomington Human Services at 952-563-4944, TTY 952-563-8740 one week in advance.
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 Join us Thursday, November 9 for an evening honoring the service of veterans during a free community event on the campus of Northwestern Health Sciences University in Bloomington.
Enjoy a film produced by Dr. Chuck Sawyer of interviews with local Vietnam veterans followed by a discussion between veterans who served in Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan moderated by Katie Carpenter, Special Project Lead at TPT - Twin Cities PBS. Attendees will learn more about the similarities and differences of their experiences and how all community members can support veterans.
This event is cosponsored by the City of Bloomington Human Services Division, Northwestern Health Sciences University and American Legion Post 550 in partnership with the Vietnam War 50th Anniversary Commemorative Partnership.
Register online. For more information, contact Human Services at 952-563-4944, TTY 952-563-8740.
 Plans that many seniors have are set to terminate. These changes will highly impact networks and out of pocket expenses.
Join Leslee Gold from Minnesota Medicare Consultants Saturday, November 4, 10-11:30 a.m. at Civic Plaza (1800 W. Old Shakopee Rd., Bloomington) in Rehearsal Hall to learn about what changes to expect for the 2018 supplemental coverages in the state of Minnesota.
Please note this is an educational presentation, not a sales pitch.
 The Human Services Division and Bloomington Public Health sponsor the following flu shot clinics:
- Monday, November 6, 5 - 6:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, November 15, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
These clinics are at no cost and there is no appointment necessary. Please bring your insurance card or let us know if you do not have insurance. Children under 18 must have a parent or guardian.
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Stop by Creekside Community Center Wednesday, November 8, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. for the monthly Fare For All distribution.
Fare For All provides packages of fresh fruits and vegetables as well as frozen meat items. There are no qualifications or income restrictions. Pay with cash, credit, or EBT.
Packages:
- Produce package ($10) - typically includes 5 varieties of fresh vegetables and two varieties of fresh fruits
- Mini meat pack ($11) - a minimum of four assorted meat items (3 - 5 lbs), does not include pork
- Combo pack ($20) - save an extra $1 by combining the produce and mini meat packs
- Mega meat pack ($25) - typically includes 7 - 9 meat items
Featured holiday pack ($30) includes:
- Turkey (8-10lb)
- Sage Pork Sausage
- Pork Tenderloin
- Turkey Tenderloin
- Chicken Drumsticks
- Green Beans (2)
- Apple Pie
Join Human Services for a free traditional Thanksgiving meal Thursday, November 23. Seating begins at 12 p.m. Expect a good time with great food and fellowship.
Offered at two locations:
Bloomington Covenant Church
10150 Xerxes Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55431
Atonement Lutheran Church
601 East 98th Street
Bloomington, MN 55420
Limited transportation will be provided upon request within the city of Bloomington.
Reservations for transportation required by Friday, November 17. Meal reservations required by Wednesday, November 22. Contact Human Services at 952-563-4944 or reservations@BloomingtonMN.gov.
This event is cosponsored by Good in the 'Hood, Bloomington Covenant Church, and Atonement Lutheran Church.
Looking for ways to help out within the community? The Human Services Division is looking for volunteers!
Volunteer opportunities are available in the Creekside boutique Mondays and/or Wednesdays, 10 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. or with the Fare For All distribution offered the third Wednesday of each month, 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
For more information, contact Human Services at Creekside Community Center, 952-563-4944, TTY 952-563-8740.
Bloomington Civic Plaza
952-563-8733, TTY 952-563-8740
1800 West Old Shakopee Road
Bloomington, MN 55431
Creekside Community Center
952-563-4944, TTY 952-563-4933
9801 Penn Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55431
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