Housing Support - Ramsey County Financial Assistance Services Department
121 7th Place East, Suite 2500, Saint Paul, MN 55101
Eligibility
Residents of Ramsey 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?
proof of household income
picture ID
Hours
8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
(651)266-4444
Voice
(651)266-3800
Voice
Interpretation services
Interpreters available
Application process
- Apply online at https://mnbenefits.mn.gov/??
- Paper application available: https://edocs.dhs.state.mn.us/lfserver/Public/DHS-5223-ENG
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
Ramsey 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
Last Assured
05/27/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
Ramsey County Financial Assistance Services Department
A public agency that provides financial assistance to residents of the county