Housing Support - Becker County Human Services
Provides room and board for low-income seniors and adults with disabilities with the goal of preventing institutionalization and homelessness. Individuals who do not qualify for home and community-based waiver programs may be able to receive supplemental service funding to provide other services, including but not limited to: - Arranging for appointments, meetings, and medical and social services - Assistance with transportation - Medication reminders
Categories
Last assured
03/19/2024
Physical Address
712 Minnesota Avenue, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
Hours
8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
Voice
Voice
Fax
(218)847-6738
Application process
Call; visit website to apply online at https://mnbenefits.mn.gov/
Fee
The individual's housing provider receives payments to pay for the individual's food, household supplies, rent, utilities, and other necessities. Depending on the individual's income, the individual may have to pay a portion of the Housing Support housing rate directly to the housing provider.
Required documents
Application/registration form
Eligibility
Residents of Becker County must meet a combination of eligibility requirements set by the Supplemental Security Income program or General Assistance program to qualify for assistance. There are also income and asset limits. Generally, the program serves: - Older adults ages 65 and older - People younger than age 65 must have a condition that limits their self-sufficiency. For example, it may be a physical or mental health disability, visual impairment, or chemical dependency.
Service area
Becker County, MN
Agency info
Becker County Human Services
Provides Becker County residents with social services and financial assistance, as well as health-related support, to enhance safety, health, and self-sufficiency through comprehensive, fiscally responsible care for individuals and families.