June 14, 2013 - DHS this month launched an initiative that provides food directly to low-income children and families. The initiative, called the Summer Backpack Program, is supported by bonus funds from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

June 13, 2013 - DHS awarded certificates to 15 hospitals last month for their leadership and commitment to help Minnesota families establish paternity for nearly 14,700 children.

June 10, 2013 - Heroin and prescription opiate abuse is on the rise in Minnesota. Learn about the dramatic increase in abuse of the drugs and what’s being done to address it on programs airing this month on Twin Cities Public Television.

June 07, 2013 - “Framework for the Future” is the theme of the 2013 Age & Disabilities Odyssey, which is being held at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center June 17 and 18.

May 30, 2013 - Fact sheets summarizing highlights of the 2013 legislative session are now available on DHS’ public website. The fact sheets are posted on the 2013 session fact sheets page.

May 29, 2013 - A report released today recognizes the direction Minnesota has moved over many years to support older citizens’ access to health care services and long-term services and supports.

May 21, 2013 - The Fourth Annual Celebrate Foster Families event at the Minnesota United soccer match was held May 18 at the Metrodome in Minneapolis.

May 16, 2013 - Commissioner Jesson and members of the Minnesota Board on Aging will accept an award honoring DHS and the Board on Aging for including lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender older adults in program planning and services.

May 13, 2013 - Gov. Mark Dayton has proclaimed May 12-18, 2013, as Prevention Week in Minnesota in conjunction with National Prevention Week.

May 10, 2013 - Minnesota last year achieved a 99 percent compliance rate, its highest ever, with state and federal laws prohibiting the sale of tobacco products to people under 18 years old.