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Housing Support - Rice County Social Services

1651 Jefferson Parkway, Suite 110, Northfield, MN 55057

Eligibility

Residents of Rice 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 photo ID proof of income

Hours

8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
https://www.ricecountymn.gov/349/Public-assistance-programs
[email protected]

Interpretation services

Interpreters available; Somali; Spanish

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.? - Call for application

Fees

Depending on the individual's income, they may have to pay a portion of the Housing Support rate directly to their housing provider

Service area

Rice County, MN

Other Information

Program Fees

Sliding Scale/Reduced Fee
No Fee

Languages

Spanish
Somali

Description

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

03/19/2026

Providing organization

Rice County Social Services

County family services agency