If you are in immediate danger please call 911 and the local police will assist you with your emergency.

Dakota County Help:

• Crisis housing: 651.554.5751
• Economic Assistance: 651.554.5611
• Mental Health Crisis Situation: 952.891.7171
• Public Health: 952.891.7500
• Social Services: 952.891.7400
• 360 Communities (food shelves, women’s protective housing, family services): 952.985.5300

Housing Need Assistance:
Help is available for qualified Dakota County renters who are unable to pay rent and utility costs – learn more.

• Matrix Housing Services (651.319.2153): Dakota County Emergency Shelter from November through March
• Dakota Woodlands – Eagan, MN (651.456.9110): Provides housing and supportive services to women and children
• Heading Home Dakota – Housing Crisis Line (651.554.5751): Housing crisis line for youth, single adults, families, and those experiencing domestic violence or sexual assault. 

24/7 Violence Prevention Services: 

• Sexual Assault Hotline: 651.405.1500
• Lewis House in Eagan: 651.452.7288
• Lewis House in Hastings: 651.437.1291

There are many other resources available in the community. Please click on the “Resource Guide” link on the right side of this page.