Minot Area Military Resource Guide

MINOT AREA MILITARY

RESOURCE GUIDE

A LOCAL GUIDE FOR OUR MILITARY-CONNECTED FAMILIES 1

INTRODUCTION 3 | HOW TO USE THE GUIDE 4 | THRIVE TEAM LETTER 7 | A WELCOME FROM MINOT AREA CHAMBER EDC

TABLE OF

CONTENTS

8 | LETTER FROM THE MAYOR OF MINOT, MARK JANTZER

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FIVE & THRIVE IN OUR COMMUNITY 9 | CHILD CARE 17 | EDUCATION 20 | HEALTHCARE 24 | HOUSING 26 | SPOUSE EMPLOYMENT

BASE RESOURCES 28 | ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

MINOT AFB LIFE 31 | MINOT AFB MISSION & VISION 32 | MAP OF MINOT AIR FORCE BASE

COMMUNITY RESOURCES 34 | ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

HOW TO USE

THE MINOT AFB RESOURCE GUIDE

This local Thrive Guide is designed to help you build a strong network, navigate available resources, and establish a firm foundation of support within your local community.

FIVE & THRIVE IN OUR COMMUNITY This section will help you to discover local resources related to the five key quality-of-life issues that affect military families: child care, education, healthcare, housing and spouse employment.

ADDITIONAL BASE RESOURCES In this section discover additional resources in and around your area including the Military and Family Readiness Center, fitness centers, legal and more! You’ll also find a guide to the organizational structure of your installation and a base map.

ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY RESOURCES In this section discover additional resources within the local community.

If you are looking for national and international resources, be sure to check out the Thrive Guide.

Created by the Minot Chamber EDC with the assistance of USAF Spouse Melinda Ahrens Note: While we strive to make the information in this guide as timely and accurate as possible, we make no claim, promise, or guarantee about the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the contents of this guide, and expressly disclaims liability for errors and omissions in the contents of the guide. No warranty of any kind, implied, expressed, or statutory, including but not limited to the warranties of non-infringement of third party rights, title, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose or freedom from computer virus, is given with respect to the contents of this guide or its links to other Internet resources. References or the appearance of hyperlinks does not constitute endorsement of non-federal entities or imply Department of Defense or Department of the Air Force endorsement of any company or organization This installation & community Thrive Guide is created in alignment with Five & Thrive™ and is used with permission. Five & Thrive™ is a project under the National Defense University Foundation, its fiscal sponsor.

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It’s a timeless saying that still rings true today: home is wherever the military sends you. It is our honor and pleasure to welcome and connect you with your local Thrive Guide. We are thrilled to have you as part of the Thrive movement and even more so, to share valuable resources with you from your own local community.

This guide was designed to make you feel right at home, helping you navigate everything from child care, education, healthcare, housing, spouse employment—and more! This local guide is inspired by the Thrive Guide and we hope you will be sure to explore more service wide resources and information at fiveandthrive.org/thriveguide.

All incredible ideas have a beginning and we would like to extend a special thanks to Kaycee Denny and the Wichita Falls Chamber of Commerce along with Sheppard Air Force Base for wondering “what if” and pioneering the first iteration of the Local Thrive Guide. Their initiative, hard work—and heart for our families—has now paved the way for other installations across the force to do something similar, yet unique to their own community, all while ensuring that military families have the support they need—and deserve.

If you have any questions, feedback, or thoughts on how to enhance this guide, please reach out.

After all, we are in this together.

IN THIS TOGETHER,

THE THRIVE TEAM

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WELCOME!

A LETTER FROM THE MINOT AREA CHAMBER EDC PRESIDENT | CEO

Welcome to the Magic City – and thank you for your service! Whether you’re stationed at Minot Air Force Base or supporting a military family member, we’re so glad you’ve landed here.

Minot is a place where community runs deep, and that includes a long-standing commitment to the men and women of our armed forces. Our partnership with Minot Air Force Base is one of meaningful purpose and mutual support. From appreciation events to workforce development programs and quality-of-life efforts, we’re working diligently to make Minot a great place for military families to call home.

That’s why we’re proud to be part of Five & Thrive – a national initiative focused on addressing the top five quality-of-life issues that impact military families: child care, education, healthcare, housing, and spouse employment. These are big topics, and we’re actively working with local partners to move the needle in every area. When military families thrive, our entire community thrives!

Speaking of community: we believe you’ll find a lot to love about ours. Minot has a quality education system, a thriving university, and state-of-the-art medical facilities. Our downtown district is full of unique restaurants and shops. Minot is also home to a robust cultural community, from a 65-piece symphony orchestra and an outdoor summer amphitheater to a host of art galleries and studios. Outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty to do all year round. And families can enjoy a host of kid-friendly destinations around town, including a zoo, a science center, and a wide array of parks and playgrounds.

We hope this Military Resource Guide helps you get settled and feel at home. If there’s anything we can do to help, just know the Minot Area Chamber EDC – and the entire community of Minot – is here for you.

Once again, welcome to Minot!

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FIVE & THRIVE IN OUR COMMUNITY This section will help you to discover local resources related to the five key quality-of-life issues that affect military families: child care, education, healthcare, housing and spouse employment.

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MINOT AIR FORCE BASE RESOURCES CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER (CDC) | 701-723-3750

CHILD CARE

MAFB CDC offers full day care for children from six weeks to five years. Care must be requested online at MilitaryChildCare.com.

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YOUTH CENTER | 701-723-2838 The Youth Center Program consists of Open Recreation, Sports, and the School Age Program. They provide care and activities for children in kindergarten through high school. School Age programs include Before School Care, After School Care, and Hourly Care. Care must be requested online at MilitaryChildCare.com.

FAMILY CHILD CARE PROGRAM (FCC) | 701-723-6662 Family Child Care is regular care of a child in the home of another family. FCC providers have been certified by the Mission Support Group Commander.

Providers also offer child care for extended duty, medical appointments, deployments, and PCS. Certain situations do qualify for free child care. Check in with your local CDC or M&FRC for a list of local FCC providers and free programs.

If you are interested in becoming an FCC provider, contact Arika Ekker at 701-723-6662.

NEW PARENT SUPPORT PROGRAM (NPSP) | 701-723-5096 The New Parent Support Program (NPSP) is a free service offered through Family Advocacy designed to help expectant parents and families with any child in the home from birth to three years of age. Something worth noting, you can use this benefit on your first child or your tenth child. The program is designed to assist parents with challenging and changing roles as mother, father, and family. It is a benefit you are entitled to receive. NPSP services are provided to enhance development of all family members, promote positive parent skills and to help maintain healthy families. Services are available for military members and eligible beneficiaries.

MINOT AREA RESOURCES HOW TO FIND CHILD CARE Choosing the right type of care for your child requires an investment of time. Use the online search tool, checklist, and other resources to help you make an informed decision.

LEARN ABOUT YOUR OPTIONS When looking for an early childhood program, there are several types to choose from. You will want to take your family’s needs, preferences, and experiences into account and choose the type of care that is the best fit for you.

BEGIN YOUR SEARCH Begin your search for early childhood programs by using the free online search tool. Get customized results by adjusting criteria like location, hours of operation, and ages served. Personalized help is available through your local Child Care Resource and Referral by calling 1-800-997-8515 or by emailing referral@ndchildcare.org.

VISIT & ASK QUESTIONS Visit programs in-person and talk with the providers. Use the Child Care Checklist as a guide to the most important things to look for and key questions to ask.

TAKE A CLOSER LOOK Check references and records for the programs you are considering. Ask for references from families who are currently using the program and families who have used the program in the past. When using the free online search tool, make sure to look over the program’s licensing status, inspection reports, and Bright & Early ND Quality Rating.

Licensing Status Check to see if the program is licensed, registered, certified, or legally licensed-exempt. Also, see if the program’s license been suspended or revoked.

Inspection Reports Look at each program’s inspection reports to see if the program has violated any health and safety requirements and if and how they fixed those violations. You can also see if there was a complaint filed against the program that was found to be valid.

Bright & Early ND Quality Rating Bright & Early ND is North Dakota’s Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) designed to assess, improve, and communicate the level of quality of early childhood programs. We help families identify high-quality early childhood programs that build the foundation children need to thrive in school and in life.

Bright & Early ND uses a block system approach which includes four levels, or steps, of quality.

Each step focuses on a component of quality care and must be demonstrated by the early childhood program before moving to the next step.

Bright & Early ND Quality Ratings are reliable and easy to understand. Look for the Bright & Early ND Quality Rating symbols to spot an early childhood program that is going above and beyond for the children in their care.

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CHILD CARE CHECKLIST Check out the online child care checklist at ndchildcare.org

CHILD CARE

GET HELP PAYING FOR CARE

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CHILD CARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (CCAP) • The Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) helps pay a portion of the cost of child care for working families or families in training or education programs.

• Families with low income who meet certain eligibility criteria qualify for the program.

HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START Head Start and Early Head Start are child development programs serving children from birth to age five, expectant mothers, and families. The overall goal of Head Start is to increase the social ability of children in low-income families and children with disabilities, and improve the chances of success in school.

Both are federally funded programs and are in every state, territory, and many tribal communities. Families with incomes at or below the poverty level may be eligible for Head Start services.

MILITARY & DOD FEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS Child Care Aware® of America offers child care fee assistance to eligible members of the military and DoD. Eligibility requirements are determined by each branch of service or agency. Visit the Fee Assistance page to find out if your branch or agency is covered.

WORKING PARENTS CHILD CARE RELIEF PROGRAM This state matching fund program may assist qualifying parents of children ages birth to 36 months who work for participating employers.

OTHER ASSISTANCE FOOD & NUTRITION PROGRAMS Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides nutrition benefits to supplement the food budget of lower-income families so they can purchase healthy food and move towards self-sufficiency. Households or individuals with low income who meet certain requirements may be eligible for assistance based on income limits.

Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is a federal nutrition program that offers healthy food for proper growth and development. Assistance is available statewide for pregnant and breastfeeding women, infants, and children younger than 5 years old.

Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) provides federal funds to nonresidential child care and adult care facilities to serve nutritious meals and snacks. The goal is to improve and maintain the health and nutritional status of children and adults in care while promoting the development of good eating habits.

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program is intended to move low-income families with children who are deprived of parental support or care from public assistance to self-sufficiency.

TANF supports families by providing cash assistance along with work readiness, training, and job placement services.

HEALTH SERVICES Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) provides health insurance coverage for children in families that earn too much to qualify for Medicaid yet cannot afford to purchase coverage. It is available to uninsured children age 18 and younger who live in families with qualifying incomes. Single 18-yearolds with eligible incomes may also apply.

HOME HEATING ASSISTANCE Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps eligible families with home heating and weatherization costs. The program partially pays the cost of natural gas, electricity, propane, fuel oil, coal, wood, or other fuel sources.

The Program Also Covers: • Weatherization services (insulation, weather stripping around doors and windows, etc.)

• Furnace cleaning, repair, and replacement • Chimney cleaning and inspection • Emergency assistance

SELF-SUFFICIENCY Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program is intended to move low-income families with children who are deprived of parental support or care from public assistance to self-sufficiency.

TANF supports families by providing cash assistance along with work readiness, training, and job placement services. Learn More

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CHILD CARE

CHILD CARE AWARE OF ND | 1-800-997-8515

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Child Care Aware® of North Dakota is an information hub for current and prospective child care providers and offers parents customized referrals to licensed child care options. We work to build the capacity of child care in North Dakota and ensure that children have the opportunity to play and learn in a safe and healthy environment. Child Care Aware® of North Dakota is a strategic initiative of the South East Education Cooperative.

BRIGHT AND EARLY | 701-328-2310

Bright and Early is North Dakota’s Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) designed to assess, improve, and communicate the level of quality of early childhood programs. Administered by Health and Human Services, Bright & Early ND serves as a key strategy for quality improvement under North Dakota law (NDCC 50-11.1)

TYPES OF CARE IN NORTH DAKOTA CENTER-BASED CHILD CARE Center-based child care programs operate with a similar structure to kindergarten classrooms, making them a good transition to the public school system.

Center-based child care often uses organized programs, a curriculum, and opportunities for children to socialize with their peers.

Age Range: Infants through 11 years old Number of Children: 19 or more children Child and Adult Care Food Program Eligible: Yes Child Care Assistance Program Eligible: Yes

FAMILY CHILD CARE HOMES (FCC) In family child care homes, providers care for small groups of children in residential buildings. Often, this type of care has one or two caregivers and may offer non-traditional hours.

Setting: Private residence Age Range: Infants through 11 years old Number of Children: • Up to 7 children, of which no more than 3 may be under the age of 24 months, plus 2 additional school-age children.

• Maximum of 4 children under the age of 24 months, plus 2 school-age children.

• A provider’s own children under age 12 must be included in the total.

Child and Adult Care Food Program Eligible: Yes Child Care Assistance Program Eligible: Yes

GROUP CHILD CARE Private residence (group-home license) or non-residential building (group-facility license).

Setting: Private residence (group-home license) or non-residential building (group-facility license) Age Range: Infants through 11 years old Number of Children: Up to 30 children, dependent upon square-footage requirements, staffing ratios, and local ordinances. A provider’s own children under age 12 must be included in the total.

Child and Adult Care Food Program Eligible: Yes Child Care Assistance Program Eligible: Yes

PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS

Preschool programs are typically offered for children ages 3-5 years old. Preschool programs may be offered through a school, faith-based organizations, non-profit organizations, and child care centers.

Setting: Programs are often in free-standing buildings, businesses, homes, community centers, or places of worship. They may be privately-owned, for-profit business, or a non-profit entity that is governed by a board of directors.

Age Range: 2 through 5 years old Number of Children: Varies, dependent upon square-footage requirements Child and Adult Care Food Program Eligible: Yes Child Care Assistance Program Eligible: No

SCHOOL-AGE CHILD CARE

School age programs provide care for children in kindergarten through sixth grade. These programs offer services before and after school, sometimes on school holidays, and through the summer months.

Setting: Programs are often in free-standing buildings, businesses, homes, community centers, or places of worship. They may be privately-owned, for-profit business or a non-profit entity that is governed by a board of directors.

Age Range: 5 through 11 years old Number of Children: 19 or more children Child and Adult Care Food Program Eligible: Yes Child Care Assistance Program Eligible: Yes

MULTIPLE-LICENSED FACILITY

Multiple-licensed facilities are licensed to provide more than one type of early childhood services, such as a center/preschool or group/preschool.

Setting: Programs are often in free-standing buildings, businesses, homes, community centers, or places of worship. They may be privately-owned, for-profit business, or a non-profit entity that is governed by a board of directors.

Age Range: Infants through 11 years old Number of Children: Varies by early childhood service type Child and Adult Care Food Program Eligible: Yes Child Care Assistance Program Eligible: Yes

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EDUCATION MINOT AIR FORCE BASE RESOURCES EDUCATION OFFICE | 701-723-2772 The Education Office provides educational guidance and counseling, military testing and training to Airmen, families, and retirees.

SCHOOL LIAISON PROGRAM | 701-723-1447 The School Liaison (SL) Program Manager Office helps parents ease the impact of the mobile military lifestyle for their children. They provide information prior to a move, upon arrival and while stationed at an installation. One of their important roles is to connect families, schools and the military community in order to facilitate the educational transition and academic experience of military children. The Minot AFB School Liaison is also unique in that they are the contracting officer representative for the on-base bus contract, which operates annually from November to April. They are also leads for the North Dakota MIC3 Interstate Compact program which lists a set of rules that function to ease the educational transitions of school-aged military-connected students in public schools and DoD STARBASE, a STEAM program that provides 25 hours of hands-on, minds-on, high-tech discovery and inquire-based activities to fifth grade students. The SL is also a point of contact for free, confidential counseling services through the Military & Family Life Counseling Program (M&FLC).

School Liaison Contact: Alyssa Kelly

THRIVE HOMESCHOOL GUIDE The resources in the Thrive Homeschool Guide represent a small offering of what is available to homeschooling families. While not exhaustive, these resources are a great place to start when beginning homeschooling or after a PCS or when looking to get connected with the homeschool community.

MINOT PUBLIC SCHOOLS 212 2nd Street SE | 701-857-4422 MPS serves approximately 8,027 students annually, with 11 elementary schools, four middle schools, two high schools, one Head Start Program, and one alternative campus spread throughout the city.

MPS is proud to welcome military families, with the goal to support families through the challenges of deployment, relocation, and learning life in a new city with three of their schools (two elementary and one middle school) located on the Minot AFB, 15 miles north of the “Magic City.”

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ADDITIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS

EDUCATION

Smaller districts also provide quality education for military families.

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Glenburn Public School

Mohall Lansford Sherwood Public School

South Prairie Public School

Surrey Public School

Del Lacs Burlington Public School

Kenmare Public School

Lewis and Clark Public School

Nedrose Public School

PRIVATE SCHOOLS Minot offers several private schools, including: Bishop Ryan Catholic School Little Flower Catholic School Our Redeemer’s Christian School

CO-OPS AND LEARNING GROUPS There are also several popular installation and off-base co-ops and learning groups for homeschoolers and their families, including: Prairie Christian Homeschoolers Classical Conversations of Minot Brilliant Minds Homeschool Group of Minot AFB Little Antlers Sensory Group of MAFB

MINOT AREA WORKFORCE ACADEMY 2002 21st Avenue NW | 701-857-4458 The Minot Area Workforce Academy offers courses for community members & high school students including commercial driving, early childhood development, welding, automotive, and medical training.

BURDICK JOB CORPS CENTER 1500 University Avenue West | 701-857-9600 Burdick Job Corps has helped thousands of young people with their education and training needs, which has led to promising careers. Students can prepare for today’s workforce with training in health occupations, office administration, training in welding, facilities maintenance, carpentry, food service, general service technician (auto), and advanced career training at Minot State University. Students also work on obtaining their GED or high school diploma at Job Corps. It’s all free!

HIGHER EDUCATION Several Major universities are housed in and around the Minot area offering associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degree programs Minot State University Dakota College at Bottineau Dakota College Downtown Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

ND DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION NDDPI recognizes the need to partner with schools and communities to provide a statewide system of excellent service and support to ensure a healthy school environment that fosters student success.

Through the three following core values: build relationships, cultivate opportunity, and inspire growth, NDDPI helps to serve 120,000 students in the great state of North Dakota.

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HEALTHCARE

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE RESOURCES MAFB 5TH MEDICAL GROUP - PATIENT INFORMATION HANDBOOK Patient Portal: MHS Genesis Appointment Line: 701-723-5633 Patient Advocate: 701-723-5633 opt 4, opt 5 Pharmacy Refill: 701-923-4688 Nurse Advice Line: 1-800-TRICARE

MILITARY & FAMILY LIFE COUNSELING (MFLC) | 701-240-2425 Provides free short-term, non-medical counseling for service members and their families. Services are confidential and private, except for duty-to-warn situations.

MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC | 701-723-5527 The mental health clinic is part of the base medical group and provides a wide variety of prevention and treatment services, including drug and alcohol abuse assessment and treatment. All mental health clinics see active duty service members, and some clinics also have the capacity to provide services to dependents.

CHAPLAIN CORPS (COUNSELING) Not only does the Chaplin Corps fortify the spiritual fitness to MAFB, they offer 100% confidential counseling to Minot AFB Airmen, Guardians & families.

Normal Business Hours: 701-723-2456 Emergencies (After Hours/Weekends): 701-509-4230

FAMILY ADVOCACY PROGRAM (FAP) | 701-723-5096 Family Advocacy Program (FAP) personnel provide a continuum of services designed to build community health and resilience and promote family, community, and mission readiness by reducing domestic abuse and child maltreatment. Services are available for military members and eligible beneficiaries. FAP offers family assessments, case management, safety, and intervention planning. Additional services include, individual/couples therapy, new parent support services, and anger management.

EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM (EFMP) | 701-723-5547 The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) is designed to provide support to military family members with special needs. EFMP is a mandatory enrollment program that protects federal entitlements and military benefits of special needs family members.

PATIENT ADVOCATE Patient Advocate 701-723-5633 opt 4, opt 5 Located at the medical treatment facility, the Patient Advocate handles concerns and complaints from military families about their care or about the medical staff.

PATIENT AND FAMILY PARTNERSHIP COUNCIL (PFPC) Are you interested in helping the MAFB 5th Medical Group improve your patient experience? Consider joining the Patient and Family Partnership Council (PFPC) Maj Erin Schmitz (rtin.p.dvhmiysx.mil@health.mil

MINOT AREA RESOURCES TRICARE AUTHORIZED EMERGENCY ROOMS Trinity Hospital, 2305 37 Ave SE, Minot, ND th 58701, 701-857-5000 Emergency care means care for an illness or injury that threatens your life, limb, sight, or safety. If you reasonably believe you have an emergency, always call 911 or your international emergency number.

Or, go to the nearest emergency room.

TRICARE AUTHORIZED LOCAL URGENT CARE FACILITIES Trinity Health Medical Arts Walk-In | 400 Burdick Expy E, Minot, ND, 58701 | 701-418-8000 Sanford Health Highway 2 Clinic | 801 21st Ave SE, Minot, ND 58071 | 701-838-3033

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TRINITY HEALTH 2305 37TH AVE SW, MINOT | 701-418-8000 A member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network, Trinity Health is a nonprofit, integrated healthcare system accredited by the Joint Commission. With a tertiary care hospital in Minot, ten rural health facilities and a long-term care center, Trinity provides a full complement of healthcare services to communities across North Dakota and Eastern Montana.

The main hospital campus, Trinity Hospital, is a Level II trauma center, with cardiac, neuro, and other specialty surgical services offered around the clock. Robotic surgery is utilized for urologic, gynecologic, and general surgery procedures. A spacious CancerCare Center features the latest advancements in radiation and medical oncology.

Trinity Health has been recognized by the American Heart Association for exceptional stroke care, and maternity care and hip & knee replacement services have achieved designation as a “Blue Distinction Center” by Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota.

Comprehensive in- and out-patient behavioral health services are provided on two separate campuses. Diagnostic and interventional radiology offer comprehensive imaging techniques, including 3T MRI, cardiac CT and PET/CT. Trinity Health’s Laboratory is a reference lab, performing over 2 million tests annually.

Trinity Health offers a full continuum of services – from primary care to specialties – for patients of all ages. They provide state-of-the-art care, including minimally invasive diagnostic and surgical procedures. In addition, their fully integrated electronic medical record connects all of their services to ensure care is seamless and thorough.

ASCEND WELLNESS MBS 108 MAIN STREET SOUTH, MINOT | 701-852-5070 Ascend Wellness MBS isdedicated to providing a comprehensive and holistic approach to wellness. They believe that true healing encompasses not only the physical body but also the mind and soul. Services include IV nutrition, ketamine, chiropractic, functional medicine, massage and more.

SANFORD HEALTH 1500 21ST AVENUE NW, MINOT | 701-418-4300 Sanford Health is an integrated health system headquartered in the Dakotas. It is one of the largest health systems in the nation with 43 hospitals and nearly 250 clinics in nine states and three countries. Sanford Health’s 27,000 employees, including 1,400 physicians, make it the largest employer in the Dakotas. Nearly $1 billion in gifts from philanthropist Denny Sanford have allowed for several initiatives, including global children’s clinics, genomic medicine and specialized centers researching cures for type 1 diabetes, breast cancer and other diseases. Sanford Health Minot Clinics includes a Highway 2 Clinic, Northwest Clinic and Occupational Medicine.

DAKOTA HOPE CLINIC 315 SOUTH MAIN STREET, SUITE #205, MINOT | 701-852-4673 Dakota Hope Clinic is a charitable Christian outreach ministry formed to provide care, support, and education related to sexual health, pregnancy, and childbirth in our region.

LEGACY HEALTH CLINIC 1603 35TH AVENUE SW, MINOT | 701-838-6000 Legacy Health Clinic is a wellness and primary care clinic in that strives to give patients the level of understanding and personalization they deserve. Wellness services include non-invasive body sculpting, Botox and filler services and medical weight loss programs. They also provide IV Vitamin therapy.

NORTHLAND HEALTH CENTERS 1600 2ND AVENUE SW, SUITE #19 | 701-852-4600 Northland Health Centers is a non-profit healthcare organization, striving to be the premier healthcare provider in the communities they serve by increasing access to healthcare and providing quality healthcare to all regardless of their ability to pay.

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HOUSING

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE RESOURCES Your first contact should be the military housing office (MHO) to learn of the housing options available to you at the time of your move.

HOUSING

MAFB MILITARY HOUSING OFFICE | 701-723-4660

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The Military Housing Office (HSO) provides housing referral and relocation support to all eligible military members and their families. The Housing Early Assistance Tool (HEAT) streamlines the process for service members to get information about on and off base housing and to begin the process of applying for Privatized Family Housing.

MINOT AFB HOMES | 701-727-0007 Learn more about the neighborhoods at MAFB, including their amenities, view floor plans and photos.

PRIVATIZED HOUSING RESIDENT ADVOCATE SAMANTHA MENDOZA | 701-723-6373 | SAMANTHA.MENDOZA@US.AF.MIL The Resident Advocate champions the rights and needs of military families living in privatized housing, focusing on resolving issues and ensuring a positive living experience. They act as a point of contact between residents, the housing provider (Balfour Beatty Communities), and the Military Housing Office, facilitating communication and addressing concerns.

MINOT AREA RESOURCES HOMES.MIL Search for local area rentals through this rental database, which is exclusive for the military. This database is accessible to all property managers after proper registration.

LOCAL APARTMENTS The average monthly rent in Minot is $1,078, made up of mainly one, two and three bedrooms (source: Apartments.com). Visit minotchamberedc.com or call 701-852-6000 for some of our member investor companies that can help find the perfect place to rent. You can also search for local apartments using websites like Zillow or Apartments.com.

MINOT HOMES FOR SALE Looking to find a home in the Minot area, but not sure where to start? Our member investors have the answer! Visit minotchamberedc.com or call 701-852-6000 for qualified real estate companies that help support the Minot Area Chamber EDC’s ongoing mission who can help you find your dream home.

INTERNET SRT COMMUNICATIONS 3615 NORTH BROADWAY, MINOT | 701-858-1200 MIDCO 717 20TH AVENUE SE, MINOT | 800-888-1300

ELECTRICITY (DETERMINED BY ADDRESS) VERENDRYE ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE 1225 HIGHWAY 2 BYPASS EAST, MINOT | 800-472-2141 XCEL ENERGY 800-895-4999

GAS MONTANA DAKOTA UTILITIES (MDU) 1130 20TH AVE. SW, MINOT | 800-638-3278

WATER CITY OF MINOT 10 3RD AVENUE SW, MINOT | 701-857-4777

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EMPLOYMENT

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE RESOURCES MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS CENTER (M&FRC) | 701-723-3950 The MAFB Military & Family Readiness Center (M&FRC) support military, civilians, and family members in achieving short and long-term employment, by referring for education/training, and obtaining career goals in the private and public sectors. The M&FRC provides comprehensive services to ensure the Total Force is equipped with adequate knowledge and assistance to aid in their job search. Services include: • Classes and individual consultation on career planning and personal development, resume writing, interviewing skills and all other phases of the job search process • Resource centers offer guided access to computers, laser printers, internet information on careers, jobs, and the development of job search skills, as well as local and long distance job listings in both the public and private sectors • Individual career counseling and planning as well as career assessments and interpretation are available by appointment at M&FRCs.

REIMBURSEMENT FOR SPOUSES The Department of the Air Force offers reimbursements for re-licensure, re-certificationand small business costs for dependent spouses. These benefits provide spouses of Airmen or Guardians who PCS or PCA the opportunity to recoup up to $1,000 for re-licensing, recertification, and/or small business costs.

CAREER EXPLORATION AND TRAINING The Military & Family Support Center provides support for career exploration, education, training, and licensing specifically tailored for military spouses

SPOUSE EDUCATION AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES | 800-342-9647 The Department of Defense Spouse Education and Career Opportunities program provides education and career guidance to military spouses worldwide, offering comprehensive resources and tools related to career exploration, education, training and licensing, employment readiness and career connections.

MINOT AREA RESOURCES ELWOOD STAFFING | 701-839-1940 Elwood Staffing is a leading provider of talent-based solutions and actionable workforce intelligence.

JOB SERVICE ND | 701-857-7500 Job Service North Dakota provides workforce and unemployment services. They have a variety of services for job seekers.

ND SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTERS | 833-463-7232 The ND SBDC network of credentialed business advisors empower North Dakota small businesses and entrepreneurs to thrive. They accelerate business growth in communities across North Dakota by providing customized guidance and resources that help owners and entrepreneurs achieve their goals at every stage of their business life cycle.

RSI MINOT | 701-839-4240 Rehab Services, Inc. (RSI) is a non-profit agency dedicated to improving the lives of people with disabilities.Since 1988, RSI has been providing the community with professional services to assist persons served in becoming contributing members of society.

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MINOT AIR FORCE BASE RESOURCES MINOT AFB DIRECTORY A directory of phone numbers related to services and offices around the base is available on the Minot AFB 5th Force Support Squadron Website.

M&FRC SPOUSES ON THE ROAD | 701-723-3950 Facilitated by the Military & Family Readiness Center (M&FRC), Spouses on the Road is a spouse orientation program designed to strengthen military families and enhance mission readiness.

HEARTS APART This program provides events for families who have a member currently deployed, returned home in the past 30 days or preparing to go in the next 30 days. These events are provided at no cost to families. Please contact the Military & Family Readiness Center for upcoming events.

COMMANDER’S KEY SUPPORT PROGRAM (CKSP) Key Support Liaisons (KSL) are volunteers within your spouses’ unit that are appointed by the Commander and serve as a resource for Air Force families, serving as a link between unit leadership and families and providing peer-to-peer support. If you are unsure who your KSL is, please contact the Military & Family Readiness Center.

SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION & RESPONSE OFFICE | 701-723-7272 OR 701-340-8882 The MAFB SAPR offices provides 24/7 assistance, advocacy, support, and empowerment to those who have experienced sexual assault and harassment and to prevent sexual violence in our community through education and intervention.

MINOT AFB SPOUSES CLUB The MAFB Spouses Club is a non-profit organization established as a 501(c)4. They support military families through volunteerism, social engagements, and charitable contributions. The Spouses Club is a joint club that welcomes retiree, enlisted, and officer spouses.

MAFB THRIFT SHOP The MAFB Thrift Store is owned and operated by the MAFB Spouses Club (MSC). Proceeds from the MAFB Thrift Store are used to help the MSC award scholarships to military spouses and dependent children, give charitable grants to our community as well as support our military spouses through monthly activities. Stop in and ask for details. Volunteering at the MAFB Thrift Store is a great way to connect to the MAFB community and other spouses!

COMMISSARY | 701-723-4559 The commissary is the military grocery store. Base commissaries are operated by Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) at installations stateside and around the world. Active duty and retired, Reserve and Guard (on orders), and family members with proper military ID can purchase food and other items at cost with no sales tax. Commissaries are required by law to sell items at prices set only high enough to recover item cost, with no profit or overhead factored into item price. Because the commissary charges you what it costs them, prices will vary from commissary to commissary, depending on local costs. You will see a 5% surcharge covers the operational costs – cashier’s salaries, electricity, etc. MAFB Commissary also “click-to-go” options.

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MINOT AFB EXCHANGE | 701-727-4717

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Use the benefits you have earned and save money by shopping at your installation’s exchange. Shop tax-free for goods and services at military-exclusive prices, and enjoy online shopping, hiring preferences, scholastic rewards for military kids, sweepstakes and more.

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MINOT AFB LEGAL OFFICE | 701-723-3026 The legal office offers walk-in services for notaries and powers of attorney. The drafting of wills and advice on personal civil legal matters are by appointment only.

Legal professionals can advise on matters such as financial affairs; family law to include marriage or divorce; immigration; Service Members Civil Relief Act; and wills.

Attorneys, however, cannot give advice on behalf of a third-party, criminal proceedings, or grievances made against the government or affiliates.

The Air Force Base Legal Assistance website is an additional resource for military members. This website is an invaluable resource with information on a multitude of common legal issues.

Additionally, the website allows members to fill out power of attorney worksheets in the convenience of their own home, which in turn speeds up their legal office visit.

Just be sure to copy the 8-digit ticket number accurately so when you come in we can pull up your power of attorney worksheet.

MINOT AFB FINANCE SERVICES | 701-723-3309 The 5 BW Finance Office offers 1 on 1 finance appointments Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. but is closed on Federal Holidays, AFGSC Family Days, and Wing Training. Customers can also request a call back through the Comptroller Services Portal (CSP). The CSP enables Airmen to submit customer service requests related to Military Pay, Civilian Pay, and Travel Pay, through a simple online process.

The site is secure and fully protects Personally Identifiable Information (PII).

RELIGIOUS SERVICE SCHEDULE | 701-723-2456 The MAFB Chaplain Corps while serving as a visible reminder of the Holy, the Team Minot Chaplain Corps staff provides spiritual care and the opportunity for Air Force members and their families to exercise their constitutional right to freedom of religion. Through religious accommodation, spiritual fitness, and leadership advisement, Chaplains and Religious Affairs Airmen “care for Airmen, Guardians, and families more than anyone thinks possible”.

MAFB FITNESS CENTER | 701-723-2145 The McAdoo Fitness Center has a wide range of activities no matter where you are on your fitness journey. Utilize the state of the art equipment, enhance your workout with an available personal trainer, or join an exciting competition or intramural program. Plus, take advantage of the 1/8 mile elevated, indoor running track, racquetball courts, rock wall, family work out room, basketball courts, and more. The Fitness Center is also responsible for the all-seasons indoor 1/4 covered track. Be sure to check out the calendar for a wide variety of monthly fitness classes and events.

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE OVERVIEW MISSION Minot Air Force Base is home to two major Air Force units: the 5th Bomb Wing and the 91st Missile Wing. The 5th Bomb Wing and 91st Missile Wing are Air Force Global Strike Command units. The 5th Bomb Wing is the host wing.

5th Bomb Wing Mission: Known by its nickname, the Warbirds, the 5th Bomb Wing and its fleet of B-52H Stratofortress bombers serve as part of the Air Force’s conventional and strategic combat force as AEF warriors. The men and women of the wing are capable of flying anywhere around the world and delivering a wide range of precisionguided bombs and munitions. Excellence is the daily standard and is echoed by its motto, “Guardians of the Upper Realm.”

91st Missile Wing Mission: As one of the Air Force’s three operational intercontinental ballistic missile units, the 91st Missile Wing, whose members are known as the Rough Riders, are responsible for strategic deterrence by operating, maintaining and securing a fleet of 150 Minuteman III missiles located in underground launch facilities positioned in a 8,500 square mile missile complex located in the northwest part of the state.

VISION Innovative leaders providing safe, secure and effective combat-ready forces for nuclear and conventional global strike...today and tomorrow!

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COMMUNITY RESOURCES Below you will find additional community resources that will help you build your network and take advantage of your time with the local community

MINOT AREA CHAMBER EDC 1020 20th Avenue SW, Minot | 701-852-6000 The Minot Area Chamber Economic Development Corporation (EDC) is a nonprofit organization formed when the Minot Area Chamber of Commerce and the Minot Area Development Corporation (MADC) merged into one organization on January 1, 2021. The organization exists to promote business, leadership, and growth for the Minot area while facilitating business attraction, expansion, retention, and advocacy to diversify and strengthen the Minot area. The goal of the new organization is to do more for the community with the same amount of revenue that was collected by the organizations separately. Employees of Chamber EDC member businesses are members as well.

That means plenty of involvement in committees, networking opportunities, and workshops.

Some of the the Chamber’s highlighted programs include: Business After Hours, Start Up Minot Academy, Adopt and Airman, and Minot Wayfinder Program.

MINOT RELOCATION GUIDE This Newcomers Guide is your first step to finding all the basic information you’ll need to know about your new home with a wide variety of assets from amazing member investors.

MINOT VETERANS NETWORK 3300 South Broadway, Minot | 701-852-0177 Minot VA offers confidential help for Veterans, service members, and their families at no cost in a non-medical setting. Their services include counseling for needs such as depression, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and the psychological effects of military sexual trauma (MST). They can also connect you with more support in VA and your community.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCE LINKS Minot AFB Newcomers’ page

Plan My Move

5th Force Support Squadron

Family Special Needs

Minot AFB Eyes on Jobs

Spouses Employment/Education

Minot AFB Spouses

Children Education

Military One Source Main Page

Visit Minot

Military Installations-Minot AFB

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