Family Shelter and Housing Stability in Dakota County

Summary

Dakota Woodlands, a family shelter in Dakota County, has been serving families experiencing homelessness since 1995. The shelter provides safe housing, trauma-informed care, and supportive services to help families move from crisis to long-term stability. In 2025, the shelter made significant progress, including rebranding, stabilizing operations, and expanding programming and partnerships. The shelter served 225 individuals, including 140 children, and helped 36 families exit to permanent housing.

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Subject

Family Shelter and Housing Stability in Dakota County

Summary

Dakota Woodlands, a family shelter in Dakota County, has been serving families experiencing homelessness since 1995. The shelter provides safe housing, trauma-informed care, and supportive services to help families move from crisis to long-term stability. In 2025, the shelter made significant progress, including rebranding, stabilizing operations, and expanding programming and partnerships. The shelter served 225 individuals, including 140 children, and helped 36 families exit to permanent housing.

Report Type

annual

Report Title

Strengthening Family Shelter & Housing Stability in Dakota County

Authoring Body

Dakota Woodlands

Reporting Period

2025