Project Well-Being

Sometimes a person needs more than healthcare to be healthy. A Community Health Worker can help connect patients and families to resources and services they need for good health. Many things can affect our well-being.

  • Housing and Food
  • Family Income
  • Employment
  • Mental Health
  • Transportation
  • Language & Culture

Patients are asked to complete the Community Connect Screener once per year. The screener helps to identify if patients need help and support. There is no cost to complete the form or to receive services. 

If you check YES in any of the boxes and check YES to wanting help with any of these issues, a Mankato Clinic Care Manager will refer you to a Community Health Worker. Community Health Workers can meet with you in-person, over the phone, or in your home. Contact your primary care provider to connect with a Community Health Worker.

This is a FREE service.

What is a Community Health Worker?

Community Health Workers (CHWs) serve as a bridge between Mankato Clinic healthcare providers and our patients. WellShare International has Community Health Workers to serve you in the Mankato Hub, 113 E Hickory Street, Mankato.

How can a Community Health Worker help me?

  • CHW services are FREE
  • Bridge culture and language gaps
  • Help you enroll in programs and benefits
  • Connect you to community resources and services
  • Navigate healthcare, county and school services
  • Offer health education and support treatment plans

NicBluCaresNOW Website

NicBluCaresNOW.com is an online community resource directory for all Nicollet and Blue Earth County residents to find the help and social services they need. On the NicBluCaresNOW website, people can search the directory for food pantries, housing, clothing, transportation, medical care, parenting support, financial assistance, education, employment, legal assistance and other services and resources. Our CHWs also use this website to help patients and make sure services are received.