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Minnesota’s officially designated medication repository, redistributing donated prescription medications to uninsured and underinsured residents to promote continuity of care and reduce pharmaceutical waste.

Providing low-cost or free dental care to pregnant women and children 0-18 years whose families cannot pay for dental care or have no insurance. Clinic staff assists families in completing applications for public assistance programs. Children with challenging behaviors or needing emergency care are also seen. Clinic staff is multilingual, speaking at least 13 languages. There are 13 clinic sites throughout the metro area available to people living anywhere in Minnesota or the United States. 612-746-1530 for scheduling.

A statewide professional membership organization representing Minnesota-licensed dentists and dental students, with a membership of over 3,000 dentists. The MDA represents members at the state legislature, advocating for legislation that includes scope of practice issues, as well as public oral health and safety issues.

Dental, dental therapy, and dental hygiene students gain hands-on experience through community outreach rotations. Under faculty supervision, they provide care for diverse patients, strengthen clinical skills, and learn the social responsibilities of dental professionals while serving communities across Minnesota.

This HealthyChildren.org article gives parents practical tips on coordinating care for a child with disabilities, including organizing medical records, working with providers and schools, and finding community support.