As a MN Housing Finance Agency Agent, Kootasca administrates this program in Itasca and Koochiching Counties to prevent homelesness. Households are assisted in securing safe, decent rental housing. Funds are provided to eligible applicants to keep them in stable housing Some program features are: - Tenant Education and assistance to establish good relationship with landlord in safe, affordable housing - Budget counseling - Short-term rental assistance to prevent homelessness - Advocacy services to find information and services needed, plus ongoing support - For Itasca County contact, Gail Beckman 218-999-0833