Housing Support - Mahnomen County Social Services Department

103 North Main Street, Mahnomen, MN 56557

Eligibility

Residents of Mahnomen County must meet a combination of eligibility requirements set by the Supplemental Security Income program or the General Assistance program to qualify for assistance. There are also income and asset limits. Generally, the program serves: - People younger than age 65 must have a condition that limits their self-sufficiency. For example, it may be a physical or mental health disability, visual impairment, or chemical dependency. - Older adults ages 65 and older

Required documents

Application/registration form

Hours

- Phone and email: 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday - Office: 8 am - 12 noon and 1 pm - 3:30 pm Monday - Friday

(844)460-5311

Voice

(218)935-5459

Fax

(218)935-2568

Voice

https://co.mahnomen.mn.us/department/departments_i_z/social_services/index.php

[email protected]

Application process

- Apply online at https://mnbenefits.mn.gov/?? - 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

Mahnomen 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

10/29/2025

What's Here

Supportive Housing Expense Assistance

Providing organization

Mahnomen County Social Services Department

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