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Housing Support - Stevens County Human Services

400 Colorado Avenue, Suite 104, Morris, MN 56267

Eligibility
Residents of Stevens 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, individuals must be:
  • Younger than age 65 and 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/intake form picture ID
Hours
  • Hours: 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
  • Memorial Day - Labor Day: 7:30 am - 4 pm Monday - Friday
Application process
  • Apply on paper using the Combined Application Form (PDF). Paper forms can be picked up, mailed, or dropped off in person.
  • Call
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
Stevens County, MN

Other Information

Program Fees

  • No Fee
  • Sliding Scale/Reduced Fee
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
07/11/2025
Providing organization
Stevens County Human Services

The county human services department provides foster care licensing, mental health, children and family services, economic assistance programs, and the protection of vulnerable individuals.