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Housing Support - Saint Louis County Public Health and Human Services

320 West 2nd Street, Duluth, MN 55802

Eligibility
Residents of Saint Louis 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/registration form
Hours
8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
(218)733-2717
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Intake South Saint Louis County

(218)471-7391
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Intake North Saint Louis County

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
Saint Louis 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
09/30/2025
Providing organization
Saint Louis County Public Health and Human Services

Provides a wide range of programs, services, and initiatives to assist residents in the areas of medical coverage, financial assistance, food programs, employment supports, care coordination, case management, and services to residents who are in need of protection within Saint Louis County