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Housing Support - Stearns County Human Services - Financial and Social Services Division

3301 County Road 138, Waite Park, MN 56387

Eligibility
Residents of Stearns 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
Hours
8 am - 4:30 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, the individual may have to pay a portion of the Housing Support housing rate directly to the housing provider.
Service area
Stearns County, MN

Other Information

Payment Options

  • Housing Support/GRH

Program Fees

  • Sliding Scale/Reduced Fee
  • No 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
01/12/2026
Providing organization
Stearns County Human Services - Financial and Social Services Division

Provides a wide range of programs and services to assist residents in the areas of medical coverage, financial assistance, food programs, employment support, care coordination, case management, and services to adults and children who are in need of protection within Stearns County.