Apple Tree Dental Awarded Circle of Excellence by DHS

Posted on February 1, 2024 by Bobbie Guidry

Apple Tree Dental has been honored as one of ten Minnesota human services organizations representing seven initiatives, receiving Circle of Excellence awards from Commissioner Jodi Harpstead.

The mobile services of Apple Tree Dental have been invaluable to many seniors residing in care settings and those using Medical Assistance for services.

About the Circle of Excellence Awards

The 2023 award winners provide essential services to refugees, Indigenous youth and elders, families with children, people with public health insurance, and people starting their recovery journeys.

About Apple Tree Dental

Apple Tree Dental, headquartered in Mounds View, is a nonprofit critical access dental organization with nine Centers for Dental Health and mobile programs that deliver year-round, on-site care in collaboration with about 150 organizations, ranging from Head Start programs and schools to group homes and long-term care facilities. Founded in 1985, Apple Tree serves patients of all ages and abilities, providing a full range of special care services for children and adults. More than 84% of Apple Tree’s patients are enrolled in Minnesota’s public health care programs. In 2022, Apple Tree provided 92,765 visits and screenings and delivered services valued at over $36 million. 

To learn more, check out a DHS video about Apple Tree Dental and its work. Congratulations on a well-deserved award, Apple Tree!