Reference and Research
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A portal to Minnesota’s online resources, this is 1-click to MnLink, ELM databases, images of Minnesota, 24/7 Ask a Minnesota librarian service, and a research project calculator. |
HEALTH:
Addiction Resource – Addiction Resource was founded in 2014 to provide a community for those recovering from addiction and to help
patients find the highest quality care for a successful recovery.
MNsure – New, one-stop health insurance marketplace where Minnesotans can find and compare health plans, and choose the coverage that fits their needs.
MedlinePlus – Health information from the National Library of Medicine
HealthFinder – Reliable health information from U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Women’s Health – Info, issues, and advice from the National Women’s Health Resource Center
Merck Manual – Access to the world’s most widely used medical textbook
LAW:
Minnesota State Courts Self-Help Center – Intended for people who need to handle a legal problem in a Minnesota District Court. Includes links to court forms and legal information
FindLaw.Com – Searchable online legal database
Law Help – Helps low-income Minnesotans solve civil legal problems
Law Moose – The Minnesota Legal Web
MINNESOTA:
Minnesota Digital Library/Minnesota Reflections – Search more then 5,000 historical images from archives around the state
MN State and County Quick Facts – Demographic info from the US Census Bureau, quick and easy!
Positively Minnesota – Department of Employment and Economic Development
Minnesota.gov – Navigate your state and find what you’re looking for on our state portal.
GOVERNMENT:
Federal Government – USA.gov, the Federal Government’s site. Direct links to federal agencies, Census Bureau, National Archives, the White House, state government and more
Statutes, Session Laws, and Rules – Statutes, session laws, and rules from the Minnesota State Legislature
Statistical Abstract of the United States – Statistics about age, transportation, mortality, family, education and many other subjects. Statistics are gathered by the federal government and many private agencies
United States Government Manual – Official handbook of the federal government providing information on the agencies of the legislative, judicial and executive branches as well as quasi-official agencies, international organizations, boards, commissions and committees.
EMPLOYMENT:
Careers in Medical & Health – Explore today’s highest-paying and fastest-growing careers in healthcare, and see how working with patients can steer you toward a career that’s meaningful to you.
Minnesota Works – search for job openings, contact employers by email, and apply online
Unemployment Insurance Minnesota – get information and apply for benefits online
EDUCATION:
Occupational Outlook Handbook: – Defines hundreds of job categories, possible earnings, education/training needed, working conditions, and job prospects
Online Education and E-Learning Excellence – A student’s guide to online education, from getting started to graduation.
Online Medical Assistant Schools & Programs
Day By Day Storytimes Online – You and your child can embark on an adventure together through books and reading and many fun-filled activities every day of the year by accessing the resources available for free from this website.
TAX FORMS AND INFORMATION:
Minnesota Department of Revenue
Federal – Internal Revenue Service
SENIOR LIVING:
Care.com – Senior care resource for those seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones.
OTHER:
United Way of West Central Minnesota – Connects you to over 40,000 community resources