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Minnesota Supplemental Aid - MSA - Des Moines Valley Health and Human Services - DVHHS

407 5th Street, Jackson, MN 56143

Eligibility
Residents of Cottonwood or Jackson County must be:
  • Age 18 or older
  • Receiving SSI, or eligible to receive it, except that their income is too high
If income is too high for SSI, adults may qualify for MSA if they meet one of these criteria:
  • Are age 65 or older
  • Are blind
  • Have a disability under SSI criteria
Adults must also meet the asset limit of:
  • $2,000 for an SSI recipient
  • $10,000 for a non-SSI recipient
Required documents
Application/registration form
Interpretation services
Interpreters available
Application process
  • Apply on paper using the Combined Application Form (PDF). Paper forms can be picked up, mailed, or dropped off in person
  • Call
Service area
Cottonwood County, MN Jackson County, MN

Other Information

Program Fees

  • No Fee

Application Process

  • Walk In
Provides cash assistance to help adults receiving Supplemental Security Income - SSI pay for their basic needs. Adults who are blind, have a disability, or are age 65 and older but don't qualify for SSI because of their income may still be eligible for MSA if they meet income requirements. The basic monthly MSA grant is calculated using either the maximum SSI amount (Federal Benefit Rate) for the adult or their countable income (if they do not receive SSI), and the MSA standard set by state law. Special Needs Grant MSA also may provide special payments for adults who need:
  • Certain home repairs
  • Certain household furniture and appliances
  • Guardian or conservator service fees
  • Help paying for housing costs through MSA Housing Assistance
  • Medically prescribed special diets
  • Representative payee services
Adults who receive MSA are also eligible for help with medical, food, and housing costs through Medical Assistance - MA, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - SNAP, and MSA Housing Assistance programs.
Last Assured
03/11/2026
Providing organization
Des Moines Valley Health and Human Services - DVHHS

Promotes, protects, and preserves the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities in Cottonwood and Jackson counties