I was a chef there a few months ago and the idea of serving people and families in need was a honor…read morefor me but the management in the kitchen is not qualified to serve these types of clients/residents, and why I say this is because I have seen the quality of food that the so called managers were willing to feed the residents. They don't care about the residents in the building and they don't have skill or respect that they should have working for people that are at a disadvantage. That place new need and fresh ideas and management because the system they have is bias and shows favoritism to those who suck up to them and caters to their egos. Bias, racism and favoritism has no place in a organization like this. Oh yeah the "kitchen managers" don't know how to cook food properly and doesn't use gloves when preparing ready to eat meals!

This review is based on my volunteer work almost a year ago. I need to write it down before my…read morelose my memory. Every year, I try to do something helpful within the community. I have heard of this place from a friend. I looked it up and called them right away. They told me the only thing I could do is serve meal for now, I said sure. I noticed the time frame they got were mostly booked by big corporation workers, like Target. Since most of the lunch and dinner were booked the only option was breakfast. Of course since I am an early bird, I signed up. I arrived pretty e-a-r-l-y. I had to get a cup of coffee so I could be ready to work. I arrived and there was a police officer sitting by the security.Yes, they check your ID to make sure you are legit and not to bring any thing harmful to the building. If you are a visitor or volunteer person, you filled in your name and reasons for the visit. I headed downstairs where the cafeteria located. The staff was very nice to me. They explained to me what I needed to do. I served oatmeal, coffee and juice. I had to wear an apron and a hair net which makes sense. I stayed a little longer to help out cleaning the tables and floor. I was there for a little over two hours. After that I went straight to work. I had a great time talking to people coming in for food. Most of them were family in need. I really appreciate a service like this helping the community in need. I hope everyone get a chance to do something like this. Who knows you might see me there...:) (Parking lot is small)

VEAP provides an incredibly necessary community service. I go to VEAP once a month to get food and…read morethey provide "an abundance of groceries" absolutely free. Fish fillets, ground beef, fruits, vegetables, grains, bread, canned foods, frozen foods, sauces, pastries, butter, even sometimes toilet paper, paper towels and napkins. I'm not sure how they've managed to grow to become such an inspirational and clearly imperative service to the community but having been here in Minnesota for more than 20 years may explain it in part. It also requires dedicated and responsible volunteers that work with a smile for everyone that comes through the door. I'd give VEAP 10 Stars or more if I could. We get between 15 and 30 full, well balanced meals for 2 people every month! As an aside, I don't believe any of VEAP's policies could be considered overreach and if you use VEAP and are amazed at what you get for free and feel that VEAP makes you feel deserving and proud, take the time to leave a review!

The individual who assisted me was amazing. She understood my needs and assisted with just that. I…read morehighly recommend their services!

I stayed at RMH in 2023. My son was born with Transposition of the greater arteries and needed to…read morehave open heart surgery at 3 days old. Ronald McDonald House welcomed my fiancé and I in with such a caring environment. We were provided a room with a large living room space and a bedroom. The staff was so friendly everyday they would ask how my son is doing and how we are doing as parents. The meals were pretty great as well considering the hospital food isn't always an option. They have a pantry where you can cook things as well. Ronald McDonald House has such a huge part of my heart. The events they have are also amazing to keep your mind off the situation for a while like virtual bingo although I did not participate but it was great seeing they had options. Years later, I am always calling to donate things they need. My son who is almost 3 is now excited to help give back.

If i could give this a zero star review i would!! I was having a picnic with my friends and we…read morefound a child roaming around in the streets with just a t-shirt and a diaper. no pants. no shoes. His diaper was completely full and he was probably roaming in the streets for a while. THATS ABSOLUTELY NOT OKAY. this happened on a college campus where they're are often a lot of drunk drivers and there's a river not too far away. this is absolutely ridiculous. saying i'm LIVID IS AN UNDERSTATEMENT. there was another girl outside and she said she works there and that the doors are usually locked so unless someone left the door open this shouldn't have happened. there's also a receptionist that sits at the front which means she was not doing her job and being attentive. ABSOLUTELY NOT OKAY!!

Soft opening was happening when I visited. Lots of home improvements goods, doors, tools,…read morefurniture, lighting, appliances and more. Definitely worth looking at for projects. Donations also accepted. Friendly employees that were helpful. Great value for the money!

It's sad to hear that the Saint Paul location on Dayton avenue is closed down I went there…read moreapproximately 33 years ago I know that's quite a long time but they were so incredibly helpful and compassionate during a very troublesome and stressful time in my life I was having severe mental health issues and since my boyfriend's parents lived directly across the street I went there in midst of a psychotic crisis they treated me with complete respect and were not condescending at all they were so empathetic and one of the staff members even took the time to drive me the hospital to be checked in for a psych eval they went above and beyond even though they're now at a different location I hope that they are still doing incredible work.

This is a SAFE PLACE. One can feel it in the air when you enter…read more My child, who prefers they/them as pronouns, is currently seeing staff re. gender . They have been seen AND HEARD by caring, knowledgeable, professional people who are taking the time to educate and help them deal with extremely personal sexualty issues. I do not know all the technical terms but I CAN tell you that after a 17 year battle with many other less sensitive healthcare professionals my child is now becoming happier, more confident, and a mentally healthier individual. My child's patner is also seen here because she has an extreme reaction to needles. Family Tree is the only resource (after 7 other facilities) to supply the accommodation necessary for her anxiety control so a blood draw could be accomplished. The clinic has gone beyond any normal standard of care. Lastly, when visiting, I appreciate the calm attitudes, the unique waiting room, and the educational materials available. It is a SAFE PLACE for all.

Awesome experience! A perfect venue for a fun team building session or networking event for large…read moregroups, while simultaneously providing a service for our community. Location was inconvenient for me as it was a 45 minute drive, but the friendly and helpful staff, combined with their large and beautiful facilities made it worthwhile. Second Harvest Heartland was easy to work with. Their online reservation system made it easy to see which time slots could accommodate us. We were even able to use their large meeting room space to host a 2 hour lunch and networking event prior to our volunteering session. The large room included 2 screens for projecting presentations from your laptop, sound system with microphone and a strong and free WiFi. All of this was of great value to our group! As one of the leaders of Asian Professionals Alliance in MN (APAM), we brought together 70 volunteers from across APAM member companies: 3M, Best Buy, Cargill, General Mills, Medtronic, Target & US Bank. Not only was this venue large enough to accommodate our large group, they were so organized, gave us great instruction and constantly kept the workplace clean, comfortable. They had 6 computers at the entrance for each individual to register for the event. Half of our group boxed care packages for senior citizens while the other half worked to inspect and package 40 pound bags of potatoes for food shelves across the country. My favorite part is that they share the results of your volunteer efforts at the end of your shift. I would absolutely recommend this place for volunteering sessions - for individuals, small groups and large groups!

I had a lot of fun volunteering at second harvest. They are very organized. It's a lot of physical…read morework, but you get a lot done for a worthy cause. I've done two shifts so far and there are a few different projects depending on their needs. So it's not the same thing every time.

Come to drink and have a good time! Service speed was average but attitude of servers was great!…read moreBand and vibe was fun. VFW affordable. Food is meh. This is a drinking establishment. Menu is small and bland but it's a great venue if your main plan isn't dinner. It's nice there are food options in general.

Love the service and Open mic music on Wednesdays. Fun times, food and drinks! Great place to hang…read moreout

An exceptional place to donate, volunteer, come for services. With extended food shelf hours and…read moremany other services, it is a one stop location for families who need help meeting basic needs living in their service area. The awesome thrift store, Resale Select, is open to the public and definitely worth checking out no matter where you live!

If you end up sick don't expect them to see you through. What they used to do has so changed. I was…read moretold by financial manager that IOCP no longer has time to listen, to hear as before. I was told my records showed information not true. I asked to see it & was denied. I even offered to bring in my job acceptance letter, my complex management documentation & even bank statements & was refused. It compounded my situation. Such confusion. With George Floyd so many heard him, but no one applied empathy to their response that had the power. You can hear a cry out for help, but in your bias, perception it becomes just a noise. If you don't have time to listen you then cancel out what the heart can do. I came walking in with MST from the Army & triggered by a recent CID Army investigation. I had my dream job with the VA-EHRM project & then got Covid-19 early being in bed for months, only to find I transitioned into Post Covid-19 Syndrome. I went from running across US Airports to now it was excruciating to walk. Then I needed an eye lens implant and what before Covid-19 was so easy, now turned into complications. Then for almost 4 months I became near sighted blind. Not able to see anything close to me, nothing. No phones or computers, my job. I began to have bowel & urinary issues on top of all this. I never felt more alone & lost. In all this, I lost everything. Life had become "whack a mole". I had a precious Case Manager, but leadership changed. I was even slated for their employment services to help me work again & that worker was great also. Then told he left & program changes. I no longer would get the help as described, as promised. It was so sad with the culture changes at IOCP. In trying to make sense of the changes, the loss of services it was almost impossible in crises mode. Between the Army triggers, being hit with Covid-19 complications & MST PTS/ PTSD functioning was difficult in a time I needed someone to champion me. I couldn't find anyone. I asked questions, attempting to understand & find anyone to hear me and instead I made people angry & found those short of patience. In the Countries attempt to handle a huge influx of people in crises & budgets I had the door closed in my face. Now having lost my car insurance of 35 years & being in a city classified as car dependent, making it work has been critically challenging. Yet the Financial Services Manager told me I don't need a car with a sharp tone. I can do this, but the Mission Statement of IOCP has lost the exceptional hands on that it used to have from LaDonna. All people need is to be heard with empathy. People know when that happens. IOCP works at a high level only with so many falling through the cracks. People don't always like everyone but to share & spread biases & perceptions being cruel isn't right especially in Social Services it isn't right. It isn't right to shut doors when someone genuinely questions what is happening. Actually it is a red flag when especially a Social Service Agency can't be transparent. I worked 20 years in a Pediatric ER and patients were always asking to see records. A job or title doesn't give anyone the right to dismiss actually hearing someone. When you are in the fight of your life, how someone treats you, talks to you does matter. It can be a life or call.