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Housing Support - Carlton County Public Health and Human Services - Financial Assistance Division

14 North 11th Street, Suite 100, Cloquet, MN 55720

Eligibility
Residents of Carlton County must meet a combination of eligibility requirements set by the Supplemental Security Income - SSI program or General Assistance - GA program to qualify for assistance. There are also income and asset limits. Generally, the program serves:
  • Individuals younger than age 65 who have a condition that limits their self-sufficiency. For example, a physical or mental health disability, visual impairment, or chemical dependency.
  • Older adults ages 65 and older
Required documents
Application/registration form
Hours
  • Office: 8 am - 4 pm Monday - Friday
  • Walk in: 10 am - 2 pm Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
12:30 pm - 2 pm Thursday
Application process
  • Apply online at https://mnbenefits.mn.gov/?
  • Apply on paper using the Combined Application Form (PDF). Paper forms can be picked up, mailed, or dropped off in person.
Fees
Depending on the individual's income, they may have to pay a portion of the Housing Support housing rate directly to their housing provider
Service area
Carlton County, MN

Other Information

Program Fees

  • No Fee
  • Sliding Scale/Reduced Fee

Application Process

  • Walk In
Pays for room and board for seniors and adults with disabilities who have low incomes. Aims to reduce and prevent people from living in institutions or becoming homeless. All recipients receive assistance each month to help pay for rent and food. Some recipients also receive Housing Support supplemental funding to provide other services if they don't qualify for home and community-based waiver programs, including but not limited to:
  • Arranging for medical and social services
  • Arranging for meetings and appointments
  • Assistance with transportation
  • Medication reminders
The individual's housing provider receives payments to pay for rent, utilities, food, household supplies, and other necessities.
Last Assured
03/13/2026
Providing organization
Carlton County Public Health and Human Services - Financial Assistance Division

The Financial Assistance Department responsible for administering public assistance programs in Carlton County

Housing Support - Carlton County Public Health and Human Services - Financial Assistance Division