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The Community Engagement Team is passionate about helping communities and residents to thrive.

We connect residents with programs to enhance their overall health and well-being.

Submit a referral form to receive help.

We identify impactful community opportunities and collaborate with local and regional organizations.

View Local Resources, Services and Events (PDF) (updated biweekly).

We inform and empower communities and residents to be active and get involved.

Subscribe to the biweekly newsletter. Submit a form to request CHW to attend your event.

We follow up on concerns and welcome feedback to ensure meaningful connections.

Email questions and concerns to Community Engagement Supervisor, Murugi Mutiga. Call or text at 651-508-0327.

CHW Referral Form

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Thank You for Your Referral

Community Engagement Team
ATTN: Community Health Workers
14949 62nd Street North
Stillwater, MN 55082
Call or Text: 651-286-9120
Email: AskCHW@washingtoncountymn.gov
Complete this form to refer yourself or someone else for help from the Community Health Workers. Please do not provide any protected health information on this form.
Requested Assistance
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1. Emergency assistance
2. Healthcare programs
3. SNAP
4. WIC
5. Homeless resources
6. Employment assistance
1. Register for Parks program or event
2. Refugee or immigrant services
3. Register to vote
4. School attendance
5. Learning opportunities
6. Volunteer opportunities
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The Role of Community Health Workers

Community Health Workers help people and serve as a liaison or connection to health and social services by talking to people in the community, teaching about health, providing support, and speaking up for people when needed.

Community Health Workers are trusted community members who:

Bridge the gap between the county and the community.
Help speak on behalf of the people they serve.
Help navigate, understand and disseminate systems and information from different organizations.
Provide resources for families and children.
Provide culturally competent services.
Connect the community with health and social services, making it easier for everyone to get the help they need.

What is the Community Engagement Program?

The Community Engagement program aims to help the community recover from the COVID-19 pandemic with a focus on making sure everyone gets equitable health support. This program is funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The program, which is jointly managed by the Community Services and Public Health and Environment departments, is comprised of Community Health Workers.

Projects and Initiatives

The Community Engagement Team is working to deepen relationships with cultural communities in Washington County. The team is working to connect residents from these communities with county and community programs and resources.

The Community Engagement Team have focused its efforts on the following priority populations:

Residents or populations experiencing disparities.
Black indigenous and people of color (BIPOC) residents.
People who speak other languages.
Low-income residents.
Residents utilizing county assistance programs.

The Community Engagement Team has been concentrating on forming connections and relationships with these important groups. They also take on opportunities to work together with other county initiatives that focus on equity, which involves projects and programs within Washington County and partnerships with community organizations.

Helpful Resources

Programs and services administered at Washington County:

Emergency assistance programs.
Park equity programs.
Medical assistance.
Service Navigators provide access to services.
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program).
WIC (Women, Infants, and Children).

Community Engagement