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DAWSON
COUNTY
RESOURCE
MANUAL
Last updated 4/23/09
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Dawson County Resource Manual
developed and maintained
by:
Glendive Job Service
211 S. Kendrick
Glendive, MT 59330
For further updates or additions,
please contact:
Dawn Guenzi
Workforce Consultant
(406) 377-3314 #209
fax (406) 377-5831
email: daguenzi@mt.gov
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RESOURCE MANUAL INDEX
CHILDREN
Boys & Girls Club of Dawson County
page 1
Busy Bear Preschool
page 1
Children’s Health Insurance Program
page 1
Child Support Enforcement
page 1
DEAP Child Care Resource & Referral
page 1
Developmental Education Assistance Program
page 2
Eastern Montana Community Mental Health Center
page 2
Glendive Public Schools
page 2
Head Start
page 2
Parent Resource Center
page 2
Preschool Child Check
page 3
Special Education Early Childhood Class
page 3
Youth Dynamics
page 3
CLOTHING
The Attic
page 3
DRIVER LICENSING
Driver Licensing
page 3
EDUCATION
Adult Basic & Literacy Education
page 4
Busy Bear Preschool
page 4
Dawson Community College
page 4
Dawson County Extension
page 4
GED Program
page 5
Glendive Public Schools
page 5
Head Start
page 5
Job Corps
page 5
Special Education Early Childhood Class
page 5
Student Advocate
page 6
Vocational Rehabilitation
page 6
FINANCIAL
Consumer Credit Counseling Service
page 6
Dawson County Extension
page 6
FOOD
Dawson County Food Bank
page 6
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FOOD, cont.
Meals on Wheels
page 7
Richey Senior Citizens Center
page 7
Sagebrush Alley Senior Center
page 7
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
page 7
WIC (Women, Infants & Children)
page 7
HEALTH CARE SERVICES
Advantage 65
page 7
Al-Anon
page 8
Albertson’s Pharmacy
page 8
Alcoholics Anonymous
page 8
Alzheimer Support Group
page 8
Breastfeeding Support
page 8
Cancer: I Can Cope
page 8
Cancer Support Group
page 9
Cardiac Rehabilitation Program
page 9
Caring Program For Children
page 9
Childbirth Classes
page 9
Children’s Health Insurance Program
page 9
Children With Special Needs Services
page 9
Community Home Oxygen
page 10
Dawson County Health Department
page 10
Dawson County Safe Kids/Safe Communities
page 10
Diabetes Care Program
page 10
Diabetes Support Group
page 10
District II Alcohol And Drug
page 10
Eastern Montana Community Mental Health Center
page 11
Eastern Montana Veterans Home
page 11
Family Planning
page 11
F & G Pharmacy
page 11
Gabert Clinic Pharmacy
page 11
Gabert Medical Services
page 11
Glendive Medical Center
page 12
Glendive Medical Center Extended Care
page 12
Grief Support Group
page 12
Heritage on Merrill
page 12
Home Care/Hospice
page 12
Home Health
page 12
Home Medical Supplies
page 13
Montana Chemical Dependency Center
page 13
Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
page 13
Narcotics Anonymous
page 13
Prairie View Special Services
page 13
Public Health Home Visiting
page 13
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program
page 13
Robison Care Center
page 14
Salvation Army
page 14
Sandy Eickmann, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
page 14
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HEALTH CARE SERVICES, cont.
Tobacco Program
page 14
HEATING
Crisis Assistance
page 14
Energy Share/Fuel Assistance
page 15
Montana-Dakota Utilities
page 15
Weatherization
page 15
HOUSEHOLD ITEMS
The Attic
page 15
Furniture Room
page 15
HOUSING
Crisis Assistance
page 16
Dawson County Housing Authority
page 16
Salvation Army
page 16
Section 8 Housing Assistance
page 16
INFORMATIONAL SERVICES
Glendive Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture
page 16
Glendive Public Library
page 17
Jane Carey Memorial Library
page 17
Parent Resource Center
page 17
Small Business Administration
page 17
South Eastern Montana Small Business Development Center
page 17
JOB ASSISTANCE
Dawson County WoRC Program
page 18
Eastern Montana Industries
page 18
Employment and Training
page 18
Experience Works
page 18
Job Corps
page 18
Job Service
page 18
Rural Employment Opportunities
page 19
U.S. Army Recruiting Station
page 19
Vocational Rehabilitation
page 19
LEGAL ASSISTANCE
Migrant Farm Workers Law Unit of Montana Legal Services
page 19
Montana Legal Services Association
page 19
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MISCELANNEOUS
Dawson County Healthy Communities Coalition
page 20
Glendive Recreation Department
page 20
SENIOR SERVICES
Adult Protective Services
page 20
Advantage 65
page 20
Alzheimer Support Group
page 20
Area I Agency on Aging
page 21
Eastern Montana Veterans Home
page 21
Experience Works
page 21
Glendive Medical Center Extended Care
page 21
Heritage on Merrill
page 21
Home Care/Hospice
page 21
Home Health
page 22
Meals on Wheels
page 22
Retired Senior Volunteer Program
page 22
Richey Senior Citizens Center
page 22
Robison Care Center
page 22
Sagebrush Alley Senior Center
page 22
Social Security Administration
page 22
Urban Transportation
page 23
SOCIAL SERVICE AGENCIES
Adult Protective Services
page 23
Area I Agency on Aging
page 23
A.W.A.R.E., Inc.
page 23
Child Support Enforcement Division
page 23
Dawson County Domestic Violence
page 24
Eastern Montana Industries
page 24
Living Independently For Today & Tomorrow (LIFFT)
page 24
Office of Public Assistance
page 24
Public Health & Human Services–Child & Family Services Division
page 24
Retired Senior Volunteer Program
page 24
Self Sufficiency Program
page 25
Seventh Judicial District Victim/Witness Program
page 25
Social Security Administration
page 25
Urban Transportation
page 25
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CHILDREN
Boys & Girls Club of
Provides after school and summer
Dawson County
programs for Kindergarten – 4
th
grade
P.O. Box 875
children. Club offers program activities in 5
700 E. Little, Cottage 2
areas: Character and Leadership; Education
Glendive, MT 59330
and Career Development; Health and Life
(406) 377-7999
Skills; Arts; and Sports, Fitness and Recreation.
bgc@midrivers.com
Busy Bear Preschool
Provides children (ages 3,4 and 5) with pre-
306 N. Kendrick Avenue
kindergarten readiness skills, hands-on age
Glendive, MT 59330
appropriate activities, and socialization with
(406) 377-1275
peers. All structured activities help prepare
children for a life long learning environment.
Children’s Health
Forms are available to apply for health
Insurance Program
insurance for youth who do not have
Office of Public Assistance
insurance and do not qualify for government
121 S. Douglas Street
assistance.
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-4314
Child Support Enforcement Division Assists in locating responsible absent
1500 Poly Drive, Suite 200
parents, obtaining financial help and medical
Billings, MT 59102
support, and establishing paternity.
(406) 655-5500
1-800-346-5437
Fax: (406) 655-5545
www.dphhs.mt.gov
DEAP Child Care
Refers families looking for child care to
Resource & Referral
providers; offers assistance to low-income
218 W. Bell Street #209
families to help pay for child care while at
Glendive, MT 59330
work and/or attending school; provides
(406) 377-4909
training to parents and providers; and helps
1-800-578-4909
new providers get started.
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Developmental Education
Provides education and support for families
Assistance Program
with children who are “at risk” or have
218 W. Bell Street #209
developmental delays or disabilities;
Glendive, MT 59330
provides adult supported living services; and
(406) 377-4909
provides community support programs.
1-800-578-4909
Eastern Montana Community
Individual and group counseling; support
Mental Health Center
groups; intensive case management services;
P.O. Box 1321
day treatment; children’s play therapy;
313 W. Valentine Street
anger management; medication management;
Glendive, MT 59330
marriage counseling; and 24-hour crisis line
(406) 377-6075
(406) 377-6074.
Glendive Public Schools
Public schools for grades Kindergarten
P.O. Box 701
through 12
th
.
900 N. Merrill Avenue
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-5293
Fax: (406) 377-6212
www.glendiveschools.com
Head Start
Federally funded program for pre-school
P.O. Box 1309
children aged 3 – 5 years old. Increases
120 Colorado Boulevard
school readiness of children in low-income
Glendive, MT 59330
families. Up to 10% of enrollees may be
(406) 377-3009
from families that exceed low-income guidelines.
Parent Resource Center
Provides a place to find information and
200 S. Kendrick Avenue
resources on raising children from infant on
Glendive, MT 59330
up, and surviving the teen years. Open
(406) 377-7515
enrollment Parenting Classes are offered
weparent@midrivers.com
continually throughout the school year on
Wednesday evenings. Parent support meetings
most Mondays at noon and Parent/Child meetings
on Tuesdays after 10:30 a.m. “Story Time.”
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Preschool Child Check
Screening done in the spring every year for
Special Services
children ages 0 - 5. Tests to discover possible
Dawson County High School
developmental delays; refers to other agencies if
P.O. Box 701
needed.
900 N. Merrill Avenue
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-4629
Fax: (406) 377-6212
Special Education
Provides special education for at risk pre-
Early Childhood Class
school children between the ages of three
Lincoln Elementary School
and five.
213 S. Nowlan Avenue
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-2308
Youth Dynamics
Private, non-profit organization providing
P.O. Box 1233
youth case management, family support services,
120 W. Towne Street #202
and a mentoring program.
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-4942
Fax: (406) 377-4943
CLOTHING
The Attic
Used clothing, from infant to adult sizes, at
113 S. Merrill Avenue
little cost.
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-5749
DRIVER LICENSING
Driver Licensing
Obtain driver license, information,
301 N. Kendrick Avenue
and picture identification.
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 365-4330
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EDUCATION
Adult Basic & Literacy Education
Provides free assistance in improving
Dawson Community College
specific skills needed to obtain a job or
P.O. Box 421
enhance skills needed to be successful with
300 College Drive
current employment; improving skills for
Glendive, MT 59330
college entrance is also provided.
(406) 377-9411
Fax: (406) 377-8132
Busy Bear Preschool
Provides children (ages 3, 4 and 5) with pre-
306 N. Kendrick Avenue
kindergarten readiness skills, hands-on age
Glendive, MT 59330
appropriate activities, and socialization with
(406) 377-1275
peers. All structured activities help prepare
children for a life long learning environment.
Dawson Community College
Provides post-secondary education in several
P.O. Box 421
fields for those who wish to earn Associate
300 College Drive
degrees and certificates. Also provides
Glendive, MT 59330
professional development courses and
(406) 377-3396
customized training. Adult education and
Fax: (406) 377-8132
community service programs are also
available in addition to tutoring, library
services and career placement activities.
Dawson County Extension
Provides free education material and
Dawson County Courthouse
programs on money management, health,
207 W. Bell Street
nutrition, food safety and meal preparation,
Glendive, MT 59330
family and personal development,
(406) 377-4277
consumerism, and housing. Horticulture,
Fax: (406) 377-2022
agriculture, and 4-H youth program
information also available.
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GED Program
Provides free instruction to prepare for the
Dawson Community College
GED. When preparation is completed,
P.O. Box 421
official testing is provided in Writing Skills,
300 College Drive
Social Studies, Science, Literature and Arts,
Glendive, MT 59330
and Mathematics to obtain a General
(406) 377-9411
Equivalency Diploma. ($48.00 is charged for
Fax: (406) 377-8132
the official testing) Career guidance and testing
can also be provided. Instruction for college
readiness or job training is available.
Glendive Public Schools
Public schools for grades Kindergarten
P.O. Box 701
through 12
th
.
900 N. Merrill Avenue
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-5293
Fax: (406) 377-6212
www.glendiveschools.com
Head Start
Federally funded program for pre-school
P.O. Box 1309
children aged 3 – 5 years old. Increases
120 Colorado Boulevard
school readiness of children in low-income
Glendive, MT 59330
families. Up to 10% of enrollees may be
(406) 377-3009
from families that exceed low-income guidelines.
Job Corps
Federally funded residential education and
201 Main Street
job training program for youth ages 16
Wolf Point, MT 59201
through 24.
(406) 653-6329
Fax: (406) 653-1196
Special Education
Provides special education for at risk pre-
Early Childhood Class
school children between the ages of three
Lincoln Elementary School
and five.
213 S. Nowlan Avenue
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-2308
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Student Advocate
Offers support and advocacy for all
Dawson Community College
students, by helping them achieve academic
P.O. Box 421
and personal success. Provides prevocational
300 College Drive
counseling and advising for single parents,
Glendive, MT 59330
displaced homemakers, single pregnant
(406) 377-9465
women and other non-traditional students.
Fax: (406) 377-8132
Vocational Rehabilitation
Provides services to disabled individuals which aid
P.O. Box 880
them in entering and returning to employment.
708 Palmer
Miles City, MT 59301
1-877-296-1198
FINANCIAL
Consumer Credit Counseling Service Assists people in solving money problems.
P.O. Box 81046
Also provides sound, professional advice on
Billings, MT 59108
budgeting and money management.
1-877-275-2227
Dawson County Extension
Provides free education material and
Dawson County Courthouse
programs on money management and
207 W. Bell Street
consumerism.
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-4277
Fax: (406) 377-2022
FOOD
Dawson County Food Bank
Provides food to families in the community
313 W. Valentine Street
who are in an emergency situation.
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-3564
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Meals on Wheels
Home delivered noon meals provided to
Dawson County Health Department
senior citizens 60 and older.
207 W. Bell Street
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-5213
Richey Senior Citizens Center
Provides noon meals, Monday through
201 S. Main Street
Thursday, to Senior Citizens for a
Richey, MT 59259
suggested donation. No Senior Citizen is
(406) 773-5694
turned away because of inability to pay.
richeysr@midrivers.com
Sagebrush Alley Senior Center
Provides noon meals (Monday through
604 Grant
Friday) to senior citizens, on a voluntary
Glendive, MT 59330
contribution basis.
(406) 377-3791
glensrs@midrivers.com
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Provides food and nutrition training to food
Program (SNAP)
stamp recipients – displays, demonstrations
Dawson County Courthouse
and classes on food preparation, food
207 W. Bell Street
safety, food budgeting, and basic nutrition.
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-4277
WIC (Women, Infants & Children) Provides supplemental food and nutrition
218 W. Bell Street
information to pregnant and nursing
Glendive, MT 59330
mothers, infants, and children.
(406) 377-5215
HEALTH CARE SERVICES
Advantage 65
Offered to anyone who carries a current
Glendive Medical Center
Medicare Card, part A and B, and an
202 Prospect Drive
approved supplemental insurance policy.
Glendive, MT 59330
Provides non-emergency transportation to
(406) 345-3307
and from hospital for medical care, free assistance
with insurance paperwork, 10% discount on any
remaining balances after all insurances have been
paid; and free blood pressure checks.
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Al-Anon
Group meetings, for family and friends of
2816 W. Towne Street
alcoholics, held each Thursday at 8:00 p.m.
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-4161
(406) 377-2123
Albertson’s Pharmacy
Pharmacy service.
307 N. Harmon Avenue
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 365-5209
Alcoholics Anonymous
Group meetings held nightly.
2816 W. Towne Street
OR
700 E. Little Street
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-4161
(406) 377-5445
Alzheimer Support Group
Meetings held the third Thursday of each
Eastern Montana Veterans Home
month at 12:00 p.m. Pamphlets, list of
2000 Montana Avenue
resources, and a public speaker for groups,
Glendive, MT 59330
are also available.
(406) 345-3326
Breastfeeding Support
Certified lactation consultants offer
Medical Center
breastfeeding classes and also individual
202 Prospect Drive
assistance.
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 345-3310
(406) 345-3387
Cancer: I Can Cope
Educational program for people with cancer,
Glendive Medical Center
their family and friends – offered
202 Prospect Drive
periodically throughout the year.
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 345-3306
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Cancer Support Group
Meetings held the second Saturday of each month;
Coffee Den – Lower Level
provides information and support to patients and
104 S. Merrill Avenue
families.
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-4639
Cardiac Rehabilitation Program
Helps patients with heart disease recover
Glendive Medical Center
faster and return to full and productive lives
202 Prospect Drive
– includes: exercise, education, risk factor
Glendive, MT 59330
management and social interaction.
(406) 345-3375
Caring Program For Children
Provides assistance with preventative health
Blue Cross/Blue Shield
care needs of low-income children. Services
P.O. Box 872
include: outpatient medical, dental and vision
Helena, MT 59624
care.
1-800-447-7828
Childbirth Classes
Classes held four times per year. Sessions
Glendive Medical Center
cover: fetal development, nutrition during
202 Prospect Drive
pregnancy, breathing and relaxation
Glendive, MT 59330
techniques, pain relief measures during labor
(406) 345-8930
and delivery, breast and bottle-feeding,
(406) 345-2229
postpartum, and baby care.
Children’s Health
Forms are available to apply for health
Insurance Program
insurance for youth who do not have
Office of Public Assistance
insurance and do not qualify for government
121 S. Douglas Street
assistance.
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-4314
Children With Special Needs
Works as a liaison with State Health
Services
Department for providing and coordinating
Dawson County Health Department
services to handicapped children.
207 W. Bell Street
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-5213
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Community Home Oxygen
Provides oxygen, wheel chairs, cpaps,
114 W. Benham Street
hospital beds, etc. -- anything needed to
Glendive, MT 59330
keep the patient at home; they also provide
(406) 365-5995
home delivery of these items.
Fax: (406) 365-5329
Dawson County Health Department Provides Well Child and Adult clinics, school
Dawson County Courthouse
health services, immunizations, adult and
207 W. Bell Street
child home visiting programs, vision and
Glendive, MT 59330
hearing screenings, developmental
(406) 377-5213
screenings, communicable disease surveillance,
family planning services, and health education;
also, helps families apply for the Children’s Health
Insurance Program.
Dawson County Safe Kids/Safe
Provides child safety seats for infants,
Communities
toddlers and youth by appointment;
Glendive Police Department
donations not required, but appreciated.
P.O. Box 1372
440 Colorado Boulevard
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-2364
Diabetes Care Program
Program focuses on patient education, self-
Glendive Medical Center
management and self-care based on
202 Prospect Drive
American Diabetes Association guidelines.
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 345-3387
Diabetes Support Group
Meetings held the first Thursday of each
Glendive Medical Center
month; provides information and support to
202 Prospect Drive
patients and families.
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 345-8962
District II Alcohol And Drug
Provides counseling, education, referral,
119 S. Kendrick Avenue
evaluations, support groups for adults, and
Glendive, MT 59330
prevention services.
(406) 377-5942
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Eastern Montana Community
Individual and group counseling; support
Mental Health Center
groups; intensive case management services;
P.O. Box 1321
day treatment; children’s play therapy;
313 W. Valentine Street
anger management; medication management;
Glendive, MT 59330
marriage counseling; and 24-hour crisis line
(406) 377-6075
(406) 377-6074.
Eastern Montana Veterans Home
Full range of specialized long term care
2000 Montana Avenue
services for Veterans and spouses. Services
Glendive, MT 59330
include rehabilitation, 24 hour skilled nursing
(406) 345-8855
care, Alzheimer and hospice care.
Family Planning
Provides affordable reproductive and
Dawson County Health Department
preventative health care for men and
207 W. Bell Street
women.
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-2935
F & G Pharmacy
Pharmacy service. Also provides diabetic
107 N. Merrill Avenue
counseling, and medical equipment sales and
Glendive, MT 59330
rental.
(406) 377-5665
Gabert Clinic Pharmacy
Complete pharmacy service.
107 Dilworth
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 345-7948
Gabert Medical Services
Health care clinic providing medical services
107 Dilworth
Family Practice, Internal Medicine, OB-GYN,
Glendive, MT 59330
Orthopedics, Pediatrics, Radiology, General
(406) 345-8901
Surgery and General Practice. After hours
walk-in clinic staffed by physicians and
Physician’s Assistants also available.
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Glendive Medical Center
Provides a wide range of medical services,
202 Prospect Drive
including: Acute Patient Care; cardiac/
Glendive, MT 59330
pulmonary rehabilitation; community
(406) 345-3306
education; Lifeline; home medical equipment
/oxygen; Intensive Care Unit; laboratory; medical-
surgical; nutritional education; obstetrics, birthing
room and nursery; orthopedics; physical and
occupational therapies; radiology – CT scan, nuclear
medicine, mammography, ultrasound, MRI;
respiratory care; same day and major surgery; 24-
hour emergency; and telemedicine.
Glendive Medical Center Extended Full range of specialized geriatric services,
Care
including short-term respite stays,
202 Prospect Drive
rehabilitation, 24-hour skilled nursing care,
Glendive, MT 59330
Alzheimer and hospice care.
(406) 345-3320
Grief Support Group
Meetings held the third Monday of each
Carney Conference Center
month at 7:00 p.m.
202 Prospect Drive
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 345-3395
Heritage on Merrill
Provides a comfortable setting, combining
1313 N. Merrill Avenue
the independence and privacy of your own
Glendive, MT 59330
apartment with the security and access to
(406) 377-7700
personal, professional care 24-hours a day.
www.gmc.org
Home Care/Hospice
Skilled services by Registered Nurse,
Glendive Medical Center
Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist,
117-B Kendrick Avenue
Speech Therapist, and Social Worker.
Glendive, MT 59330
Services are on an intermittent, part-time
(406) 345-3395
basis.
Home Health
Provides skilled nursing, Home Health Aides,
Dawson County Health Department
Homemakers, and Meals on Wheels.
207 W. Bell Street
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-5213
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Home Medical Supplies
Provides medical supplies that people can rent
Glendive Medical Center
or purchase, such as – canes, walkers,
202 Prospect Drive
wheelchairs, portable oxygen tanks, hospital
Glendive, MT 59330
beds, etc.
(406) 345-3339
Montana Chemical Dependency
Provides in-patient, medically monitored
Center
treatment for chemical dependent and co-
2500 Continental Drive
occurring mental health patients.
Butte, MT 59701
1-406-496-5400
Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
Monthly meetings held at varied times.
Gabert Clinic
Discussions and teleconferences on new
107 Dilworth
medications, physical therapy and new
Glendive, MT 59330
therapies; also have guest speakers
(406) 377-8903
occasionally.
(406) 377-1120
Narcotics Anonymous
Meetings held Saturdays at 7:00 p.m. -
Carney Conference Center #4
providing fellowship for individuals who
202 Prospect Drive
drugs have become a problem for and who
Glendive, MT 59330
desire to stop using drugs.
(406) 377-1427
Prairie View Special Services
Provides services to special education
30 Highway 200 South
students, including: speech therapy,
Glendive, MT 59330
educational psychology, special education
(406) 377-5446
instruction, personnel development, and technical
assistance in matters relating to special education.
Public Health Home Visiting
Provides home visiting to pregnant and
Dawson County Health Department
postpartum women and children.
207 W. Bell Street
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-5213
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program
Program offers knowledge needed to deal
Glendive Medical Center
with lung disease and to understand how
202 Prospect Drive
stress, exercise, diet and medication affect
Glendive, MT 59330
your condition.
(406) 345-3375
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Robison Care Center
Assisted Living Center for the elderly.
408 Chestnut Avenue
Provides: 24-hour supervision; assistance
Glendive, MT 59330
with activities of daily living (bathing,
(406) 377-5918
dressing, toileting, eating, transferring); social and
recreational activities; and assistance with
medications.
Salvation Army
Provides help with prescriptions, or other
Office of Public Assistance
emergency needs, on a one time basis, for those in
121 S. Douglas Street
an emergency situation.
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-4314
Sandy Eickmann, Licensed Clinical
Provides counseling.
Professional Counselor
106 ½ N. Kendrick Avenue
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-7336
Tobacco Program
Provides tobacco prevention services –
Dawson County Health Department
education through community speakers, and
207 W. Bell Street
support through cessation programs for
Glendive, MT 59330
adolescents and adults.
(406) 377-5213
HEATING
Crisis Assistance
Provides help with utility expenses, or other
Action for Eastern Montana
emergency needs, on a one time basis, for
P.O. Box 1309
those in an emergency situation.
2030 N. Merrill Avenue
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-3564
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Energy Share/Fuel Assistance
Low Income Energy Assistance Program
Action for Eastern Montana
(LIEAP) to help with furnace repair, part of
P.O. Box 1309
heating bill, temporary heaters; Energy
2030 N. Merrill Avenue
Share; and emergency assistance provided
Glendive, MT 59330
after all other resources are exhausted.
(406) 377-3564
Montana-Dakota Utilities
Provides balanced billing.
2001 N. Merrill Avenue
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 359-3110
Weatherization
Assists low-income families in the
Action for Eastern Montana
weatherization of their home to conserve
P.O. Box 1309
energy. Services provided include: furnace
2030 N. Merrill Avenue
tune-ups, repairs and/or replacements; attic,
Glendive, MT 59330
wall, floor and foundation insulation; and air
(406) 377-3564
sealing repairs to eliminate drafts.
HOUSEHOLD ITEMS
The Attic
Used household items, furniture and books
113 S. Merrill Avenue
at little cost.
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-5749
Furniture Room
Used furniture and other household items at
Zion Lutheran Church
no cost, as available.
401 Riverview Avenue
Hours --
Glendive, MT 59330
Tuesday: 2:00pm – 6:00pm
(406) 377-3369
Saturday: 11:00am – 3:00pm
Fax: (406) 377-3360
furnitureroom@zionglendive.com
www.zionglendive.com
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HOUSING
Crisis Assistance
Provides help with rent, or other emergency
Action for Eastern Montana
needs, on a one-time basis, for those in an
P.O. Box 1309
emergency situation.
2030 N. Merrill Avenue
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-3564
Dawson County Housing Authority Provides low-income housing, which is
200 California Street
subsidized by HUD, for those that qualify
Glendive, MT 59330
for assistance.
(406) 433-1978
1-888-396-8459
Salvation Army
Upon seeing a photo ID, will provide one time
Glendive Police Department
assistance of two things: a bus ticket (to
P.O. Box 1372
Billings or Bismarck), $20.00 worth of
440 Colorado Boulevard
gasoline, and/or a one night stay at a local
Glendive, MT 59330
motel.
(406) 377-2364
Section 8 Housing Assistance
Assists with rent (and in certain cases
Action for Eastern Montana
mortgage payments), on a long term basis.
P.O. Box 1309
2030 N. Merrill Avenue
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-3564
INFORMATIONAL SERVICES
Glendive Chamber of Commerce
Point inquiries in the right direction,
& Agriculture
connecting people with agencies best able to
808 N. Merrill Avenue
meet certain needs.
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-5601
Fax: (406) 377-5602
chamber@midrivers.com
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Glendive Public Library
Hours --
200 S. Kendrick Avenue
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday: 11:00am – 7:00pm
Glendive, MT 59330
Thursday & Friday: 11:00am – 5:00pm
(406) 377-3633
Saturday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Fax: (406) 377-4568
booksrus@midrivers.com
Jane Carey Memorial Library
Hours --
Dawson Community College
Weekdays: 8:00am - 4:30pm
P.O. Box 421
Monday –Thursday: 7:00pm – 9:00pm
300 College Drive
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-9314
Parent Resource Center
Provides a place to find information and
200 S. Kendrick Avenue
resources on raising children from infant on
Glendive, MT 59330
up, and surviving the teen years. Open
(406) 377-7515
enrollment Parenting Classes are offered
weparent@midrivers.com
continually throughout the school year on
Wednesday evenings. Parent support meetings
most Mondays at noon and Parent/Child meetings
on Tuesdays after 10:30 a.m. “Story Time.”
Small Business Administration
Provides assistance to small business
10 W. 15
th
Street #1100
entrepreneurs through lending and technical
Helena, MT 59626
assistance. Also provides advocacy and
(406) 441-1081
government contracting assistance.
www.sba.gov/mt
South Eastern Montana Small
Provides confidential, no cost consulting to all
Business Development Center
residents of South Eastern Montana who would like
P.O. Box 1935
to start a business or need help with an existing
Colstrip, MT 59323
business.
(406) 748-2990
www.semdc.org
sbdc@bhwi.net
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JOB ASSISTANCE
Dawson County WoRC Program
Provides employment counseling, training
Office of Public Assistance
programs, job search assistance and
121 S. Douglas Street
workshops, for those receiving financial
Glendive, MT 59330
assistance through Office of Public
(406) 377-4314
Assistance.
Eastern Montana Industries
Provides job placement, supported
405 W. Bell Street
employment, vocational evaluations, on-the-
Glendive, MT 59330
job tryouts, situational assessments,
(406) 377-3192
assistance looking for jobs, help with resumes, and
sheltered employment.
Employment and Training
Provides employment and training program
Action for Eastern Montana
for youths, ages 14 – 21.
P.O. Box 1309
2030 N. Merrill Avenue
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-3564
Experience Works
Provides paid training programs to aid seniors ages
313 W. Valentine Street, Suite 116
55 and up, preparing them to successfully re-enter
Glendive, MT 59330
gainful employment.
(406) 377-5044
Fax: (406) 377-5044
www.experienceworks.org
Job Corps
Federally funded residential education and
2121-B Rosebud Drive
job training program for youth ages 16
Billings, MT 59102
through 24.
(800) 733-5627
Fax: (406) 259-2758
Job Service
Provides employment counseling, training
211 S. Kendrick Avenue
programs, testing, job search assistance,
Glendive, MT 59330
career information, nationwide job listings,
(406) 377-3314
and retraining programs for job seekers who are
Fax: (406) 377-5831
unemployed due to layoff or plant closure, or, are
GlendiveJSC@mt.gov
low income, or, qualify under the WIRED program.
www.glendivejobs.mt.gov
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Rural Employment Opportunities
Provides job training, placement, and
1824 10
th
Avenue S.
classroom training, for dislocated and/or
Great Falls, MT 59405
disadvantaged seasonal farm and ranch
1-800-823-6768
workers. Services include: skills training, on-the-
Fax: (406) 727-2909
job training, career information, and supportive
www.reomontana.org
services.
U.S. Army Recruiting Station
Provides guaranteed training and education
121 N. Merrill Avenue
benefits to those who meet all basic
Glendive, MT 59330
eligibility. Must be between the ages of 17
(406) 365-5663
to 41, have a high school diploma or GED, be
Fax: (406) 365-8612
able to clear a military medical exam, and
Cell: (877) 260-8277
meet our moral criteria. Also over cash
enlistment bonuses that range from $1,000
to $40,000.
Vocational Rehabilitation
Provides services to disabled individuals which aid
P.O. Box 880
them in entering and returning to employment.
708 Palmer
Miles City, MT 59301
1-877-296-1198
LEGAL ASSISTANCE
Migrant Farmworker Law Unit
Legal assistance to migrant and seasonal
of Montana Legal Services
farm workers in the areas of: public
P.O. Box 3093
benefits, wages, consumer rights, and social
Billings, MT 59103
security.
(888) 999-4870
Montana Legal Services Association Provides free legal assistance to low income
616 Helena Avenue #100
families and those who qualify.
Helena, MT 59601
(800) 666-6899
Fax: (406) 442-9830
www.mtlsa.org
www.MontanaLawHelp.org
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MISCELLANEOUS
Dawson County Healthy
Volunteer citizen’s coalition, made of more than 12
Communities Coalition
different sectors of the community, dedicated to
207 W. Bell Street
making Dawson County a better place to live, work
Glendive, MT 59330
and play, focused on substance abuse prevention,
(406) 377-5123 #128
beautification, community development and
enhancement. Everyone is invited to attend
monthly meetings the 4
th
Wednesday of each
month at 8:00 a.m. in the basement of the
Courthouse.
Glendive Recreation Department
Provides variety of youth and adult
316 W. Benham Street
activities, equipment rental, classes and
Glendive, MT 59330
games in gym area.
(406) 377-5471
SENIOR SERVICES
Adult Protective Services
Investigates reports of abuse, neglect and
218 W. Bell Street, Suite 203
exploitation of elderly (over 60) and
Glendive, MT 59330
disabled adults, and provides protection
(406) 377-1192
services when necessary.
Advantage 65
Offered to anyone who carries a current
Glendive Medical Center
Medicare Card, part A and B, and an
202 Prospect Drive
approved supplemental insurance policy.
Glendive, MT 59330
Provides non-emergency transportation to
(406) 345-3307
and from hospital for medical care, free assistance
with insurance paperwork, 10% discount on any
remaining balances after all insurances have been
paid; and free blood pressure checks.
Alzheimer Support Group
Meetings held the third Thursday of each
Eastern Montana Veterans Home
month at 12:00 p.m. Pamphlets, list of
2000 Montana Avenue
resources, and a public speaker for groups,
Glendive, MT 59330
are also available.
(406) 345-3326
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Area I Agency on Aging
Serves as an advocate for senior programs
Action for Eastern Montana
to improve lives of older people. Coordinates
P.O. Box 1309
services such as: transportation, skilled nursing,
2030 N. Merrill Avenue
personal care, adult day care, homemaker, senior
Glendive, MT 59330
centers, legal, congregate and home delivered
(406) 377-3564
meals, health screening and promotion, information
and assistance, long term care ombudsman,
insurance counseling and commodities.
Eastern Montana Veterans Home
Full range of specialized long term care
2000 Montana Avenue
services for Veterans and spouses. Services
Glendive, MT 59330
include rehabilitation, 24 hour skilled nursing
(406) 345-8855
care, Alzheimer and hospice care.
Experience Works
Provides paid training programs to aid seniors ages
313 W. Valentine Street, Suite 116
55 and up, preparing them to successfully re-enter
Glendive, MT 59330
gainful employment.
(406) 377-5044
Fax: (406) 377-5044
www.experienceworks.org
Glendive Medical Center Extended Full range of specialized geriatric services,
Care
including short-term respite stays,
202 Prospect Drive
rehabilitation, 24-hour skilled nursing care,
Glendive, MT 59330
Alzheimer and hospice care.
(406) 345-3320
Heritage on Merrill
Provides a comfortable setting, combining
1313 N. Merrill Avenue
the independence and privacy of your own
Glendive, MT 59330
apartment with the security and access to
(406) 377-7700
personal, professional care 24-hours a day.
www.gmc.org
Home Care/Hospice
Skilled services by Registered Nurse,
Glendive Medical Center
Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist,
117-B Kendrick Avenue
Speech Therapist, and Social Worker.
Glendive, MT 59330
Services are on an intermittent, part-time
(406) 345-3395
basis.
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Home Health
Provides skilled nursing, Home Health Aides,
Dawson County Health Department
Homemakers, and Meals on Wheels.
207 W. Bell Street
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-5213
Meals on Wheels
Home delivered noon meals provided to
Dawson County Health Department
senior citizens 60 and older.
207 W. Bell Street
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-5213
Retired Senior Volunteer Program Provides a variety of opportunities for
604 Grant
people 55 and older to participate more fully
Glendive, MT 59330
in the life of their community through
(406) 377-4716
significant volunteer service.
rsvp@midrivers.com
Richey Senior Citizens Center
Provides noon meals, Monday through
201 S. Main Street
Thursday, to Senior Citizens for a
Richey, MT 59259
suggested donation. No Senior Citizen is
(406) 773-5694
turned away because of inability to pay.
richeysr@midrivers.com
Robison Care Center
Assisted Living Center for the elderly.
408 Chestnut Avenue
Provides: 24-hour supervision; assistance
Glendive, MT 59330
with activities of daily living (bathing,
(406) 377-5918
dressing, toileting, eating, transferring); social and
recreational activities; and assistance with
medications.
Sagebrush Alley Senior Center
Hours --
604 Grant
Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 4:00pm
Glendive, MT 59330
Offers variety of activities: noon meals,
(406) 377-3791
exercising, pool playing, card games, scheduled
glensrs@midrivers.com
speakers, dances and trips.
Social Security Administration
Assigns Social Security numbers; maintains
2900 Fourth Avenue North, #100
earnings record information; and administers
Billings, MT 59101
Retirement, Survivor, Disability, Medicare
1-800-453-0524
and Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
benefits.
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Urban Transportation
Provides bus transportation from 7:30 a.m.
Dawson County
until 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.
511 E. Slocum Street
$1.00 for elderly and disabled
Glendive, MT 59330
$2.00 for students
(406) 377-5024
$3.00 for anyone else
SOCIAL SERVICE AGENCIES
Adult Protective Services
Investigates reports of abuse, neglect and
218 W. Bell Street, Suite 203
exploitation of elderly (over 60) and
Glendive, MT 59330
disabled adults, and provides protection
(406) 377-1192
services when necessary.
Area I Agency on Aging
Serves as an advocate for senior programs
Action for Eastern Montana
to improve lives of older people. Coordinates
P.O. Box 1309
services such as: transportation, skilled nursing,
2030 N. Merrill Avenue
personal care, adult day care, homemaker, senior
Glendive, MT 59330
centers, legal, congregate and home delivered
(406) 377-3564
meals, health screening and promotion, information
and assistance, long term care ombudsman,
insurance counseling and commodities.
A.W.A.R.E., Inc.
Adult case management, providing:
606 N. Merrill Avenue, Suite 2
assessment; case planning and coordination;
Glendive, MT 59330
assistance in daily living; referral; advocacy;
(406) 377-6929
and group homes.
Fax: (406) 377-4532
Child Support Enforcement Division Assists in locating responsible absent
1500 Poly Drive, Suite 200
parents, obtaining financial help and medical
Billings, MT 59102
support, and establishing paternity.
(406) 655-5500
1-800-346-5437
Fax: (406) 655-5545
www.dphhs.mt.gov
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Dawson County Domestic Violence Provides: crisis intervention; civil legal
122 W. Bell Street
services; assistance with TOPs; assistance in
Glendive, MT 59330
finding short-term safe housing, personal
(406) 377-6477
advocacy and support groups; education
through presentations and materials available in
the office; and crisis line (406) 989-1318.
Eastern Montana Industries
Operates 3 group homes and a day program for
1504 Crisafulli Drive
adults with developmental disabilities. Also
Glendive, MT 59330
provides Community Supports and Supported Living
(406) 377-1458
– these include any individually designed services
that will assist an individual with developmental
disabilities to live more independently.
Living Independently For Today
Provides information and referral assistance
& Tomorrow
to persons with disabilities to enable them
P.O. Box 621
live independently. Provide advocacy, peer
218 W. Bell Street, Suite 202
counseling, and assistance with filing for
Glendive, MT 59330
Social Security Disability.
(406) 377-4062
Office of Public Assistance
Provides eligible clients with: Temporary
121 S. Douglas Street
Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Food
Glendive, MT 59330
Stamps, Medicaid, Emergency Assistance,
(406) 377-4314
and the WoRC program.
Public Health & Human Services
Investigates reports of child abuse and
- Child & Family Services Division neglect and provides protection services
218 W. Bell Street
when necessary; licenses foster homes;
Glendive, MT 59330
provides adoptive service.
(406) 377-4963
Retired Senior Volunteer Program Provides a variety of opportunities for
604 Grant
people 55 and older to participate more
Glendive, MT 59330
fully in the life of their community through
(406) 377-4716
significant volunteer service.
rsvp@midrivers.com
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Self-Sufficiency Program
Aimed at families receiving Section 8
Action for Eastern Montana
Housing Assistance. Assists with setting
P.O. Box 1309
goals and achieving them, while building an
2030 N. Merrill Avenue
escrow savings account.
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 377-3564
Seventh Judicial District
Provides direct services to victims of
Victim/Witness Program
crimes, including: information and referrals,
Dawson County Courthouse
Criminal Justice support, assistance with
207 W. Bell Street
orders of protection, Crime Victims
Glendive, MT 59330
Compensation assistance, court advocacy,
(406) 377-2818
personal advocacy, transportation, and assistance
with court proceedings.
Social Security Administration
Assigns Social Security numbers; maintains
2900 Fourth Avenue North, #100
earnings record information; and administers
Billings, MT 59101
Retirement, Survivor, Disability, Medicare
1-800-453-0524
and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits.
Urban Transportation
Provides bus transportation from 7:30 a.m.
Dawson County
until 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.
511 E. Slocum Street
$1.00 for elderly and disabled
Glendive, MT 59330
$2.00 for students
(406) 377-5024
$3.00 for anyone else