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Community Support Systems Inc in Bemidji, MN is a comprehensive community-based support program that aims to provide services and support to individuals with serious and persistent mental illness. Their mission is to help these individuals live in the community in the least restrictive setting, function at their best level, and reduce the need for involuntary hospitalization. With a vision to be so effective in their services and community education that their program becomes unnecessary, Community Support Systems Inc is dedicated to empowering individuals and families through their various support services, activities, and resources.Generated from the website

Options Interstate Resource Center for Independent Living (IRCIL) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to maximizing the independence of individuals with disabilities in Northeast North Dakota and Northwest Minnesota. Established in 1986, the center offers a variety of free services, including advocacy, housing assistance, and peer support, all designed to empower individuals within their local communities. With a vision of an integrated and accessible community, Options IRCIL strives to ensure that people with disabilities enjoy the same rights and opportunities as their peers without disabilities. The organization operates as a consumer-controlled center, funded through state and federal grants as well as private donations, to provide essential resources and support for independent living. Generated from the website

Evergreen House is now doing business as Evergreen Youth & Family Services. Evergreen's Board approved this name change in early 2011 to reflect our unique niche in the Greater Bemidji Area and region. Our legal name change, logo and website changes will take effect later in 2011. Evergreen Youth & Family Services is a community-based organization committed to strengthening youth and preserving families with an emphasis on those living in Northern Minnesota. Evergreen Youth & Family Services believes that communities are strongest when every individual is treated with dignity and respect and has support to achieve his/her full human potential. Evergreen House chooses to remain client-centered with an emphasis on being responsive to each individual and families' needs while maintaining a high level of professionalism, compassion and empathy. We operate from a position of hope, faith and support. Our services and perspective are often grassroots in nature and it is because of our strong relationships and resources that Evergreen House remains a catalyst in the region for proactive services, education and advocacy. About the Agency Evergreen Youth & Family Services is a multi-program youth and family service organization. We have served the Greater Bemidji Area for 30+ years. We provide youth and family crisis intervention services, family reunification support, independent living skills and healthy lifestyles for youth, mentoring, leadership development, and safe housing for youth and young adults. All services are free to youth and families. Evergreen provides direct services to 2, 500 children, teens, and families each year. Many more are reached through community outreach and educational presentations.