Housing Support - Douglas County Health and Human Services

809 Elm Street, Suite 1186, Alexandria, MN 56308

Eligibility

Residents of Douglas 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

(320)762-3833

Fax

(320)762-2302

Voice

https://www.douglascountymn.gov/developmental-disabilities

[email protected]

Application process

- Apply online at https://mnbenefits.mn.gov/; call; email - Apply on paper using the Combined Application Form (PDF). Paper forms can be picked up, mailed, or dropped off in person.

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

Douglas 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

03/05/2025

What's Here

Mental Illness/Emotional Disabilities Hearing Loss Communication Impairments Substance Use Disorders Learning Disabilities Visual Impairments Home/Community Care Financing Programs Physical Disabilities Developmental Disabilities Supportive Housing Expense Assistance Brain Injuries Older Adults

Providing organization

Douglas County Health and Human Services

The county human services providing services for foster care licensing, adult mental health, substance use services, senior and veteran services, children and families, economic assistance programs, and the protection of vulnerable individuals.