Housing Support - Hennepin County Human Services

Housing Support - Hennepin County Human Services - Economic Supports

1001 Plymouth Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55411

Eligibility

Residents of Hennepin 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 birth certificate for families with children photo ID proof of residency (piece of mail, application of new ID, rental lease, bus ticket, etc.) shelter verification verification of the last 30 days of income and assets including more supporting documents can help process applications quickly

Hours

9 am - 3 pm Monday - Friday

(612)348-4111

Voice

https://www.hennepin.us/residents/human-services/get-connected-economic-supports

[email protected]

Interpretation services

Interpreters available

Application process

Online Application: - To apply, visit MNBenefits at https://mnbenefits.mn.gov - To apply, submit forms, and update information, visit InfoKeep at https://infokeep.hennepin.us/ Print Application: - Apply on paper using the Combined Application Form (PDF). Paper forms can be picked up, mailed, or dropped off in person. - Mail applications to Hennepin County Department PO Box 107 Minneapolis, MN 55440 - Call for an application or appointment - Walk in to drop off or pick up an application at a Human Service Center location

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

Hennepin County, MN

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

08/08/2024

What's Here

Supportive Housing Expense Assistance

Providing organization

Hennepin County Human Services - Economic Supports

County department that connect residents to food, cash, health care, emergency, child care assistance, and housing support benefits