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• Under both programs Part B premiums are put back into the monthly Social Security check, making participants' monthly income increase.

• The QMB program will pay the Medicare co-payments and deductibles. For example, if enrolled in the QMB program, the participant does not have to pay the annual part B deductible, the 20% part B co-payment, or the part A hospital deductible

• The participant pays for Medicare services that aren't covered, such as routine physicals and outpatient prescription drugs.

Offers a walk-in resource center that provides support and connections for individuals in crisis or in need. Services include advocacy, employment and housing assistance, limited financial support for eligible households (e.g., essential needs or transportation), resource navigation, and referrals to additional community programs.

Provides low income housing for seniors, handicapped and income eligible families: 30 Units elderly apartments (handicapped and single) 12 Family houses (2,3, and 4 bedroom) Security System Allows Pets Laundry Facilities Elevator

Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher would allow a "Qualified House" to pay 30% of their gross income towards their share of the monthly rent. The HRA would then pay the rest of the monthly rent on behalf of the household.

• 100 Units of low income housing

• Based on 30% of adjusted annual income

• 1 bedroom apartments | 2 bedroom aparments

• Provides financial assistance to households to pay a portion of their home heating cost. The size of the household grant is based on household size, income, fuel type and energy usage. Grants are sent directly to client's fuel vendor and/or electric vendor

• Mail out applications available

• Energy Related Repair Program is available to EAP eligible homeowners that occupies the home and has a hazardous and life threatening situation, has no heat, or has a malfunctioning heating system

• Individuals should call for applications(or an application is on the bicap website available to download). Applications will be processed in the order in which they were received. If household is in an emergency situation, can call the Energy Assistance Program staff to see if immediate assistance is available based on funding and the completion of the application.

Provides Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) outreach and application assistance. SNAP, formerly known as Food Stamps, is designed to assist low-income individuals in accessing nutritious food from grocery retail outlets, as well as farmers' markets. The goal is to help people make an informed decision about what hunger resources are available to them to ensure an overall successful transition from poverty to self-sufficiency.

Cash-grant program for adults with low incomes experiencing a household emergency. Adults can receive assistance once every 12 months. The assistance received must resolve the crisis. Adults must use their own money first. The amount of assistance provided might not cover the entire emergency, but it can help. EGA can offer emergency help with moving expenses, furnishings, and appliances, home repairs, to prevent foreclosure, employment-related expenses, shelter, and utility bills.

• For Koochiching County call Sharon Frank at 218-283-5225 or 800-559-9491

Deferred Loan and Home rehabilitation assistance to low-income; generally used for carpenter work, mechanical work or utilities.

• One building is for seniors age 62 and older and adults with either physical or developmental disabilities - Townhouses for families 50 Units - ER System throughout building - Social Activities - Community Room - Dining Room - Elevator - Laundry facilities - Security system - Garage parking - Off street parking - Public park within 1 mile - Security Deposit - Utilities included in rent, senior building only

Provides Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) outreach and application assistance. SNAP, formerly known as Food Stamps, is designed to assist low-income individuals in accessing nutritious food from grocery retail outlets, as well as farmers' markets. The goal is to help people make an informed decision about what hunger resources are available to them to ensure an overall successful transition from poverty to self-sufficiency.

Provides convertible, combination and booster seats to low income families

• Open enrollment dates are Mid October - Early December

• Under both programs Part B premiums are put back into the monthly Social Security check, making participants' monthly income increase.

• The QMB program will pay the Medicare co-payments and deductibles. For example, if enrolled in the QMB program, the participant does not have to pay the annual part B deductible ($140 in 2012), the 20% part B co-payment, or the part A hospital deductible ($1,156 in 2012).

• The participant pays for Medicare services that aren't covered, such as routine physicals and outpatient prescription drugs.

Minnesota's Medicaid program for people with low income. Most people who have MA receive health care through health plans. Members who do not receive health care through a health plan receive care on a fee-for-service basis, with providers billing the state directly for services they provide. MA pays for a variety of services like doctor visits, prescriptions, and hospital stays. Some services and prescriptions may require prior approval. MA pays for medical bills going back three months from the month the application is received. NOTE: People with disabilities who work, even if they're over the income or asset limits of MA, may still qualify for a program called Medical Assistance for Employed Persons with Disabilities - MA-EPD.

Provides support for homeless and street youth seeking help in:

• Preparing for employment (resume building)
• Increasing their earned income
• Participating in long-term career planning

The program offers:

• Individualized job placement and support
• On-site paid work readiness (Legitimate Hustle Program) teaching entrepreneurship and business skills

• Provides emergency food for residents of Clearwater County

• May use services once a month

• Supply of food depends on size of family

Offers an outreach center. Services provided:

• Community resource information

• Food shelf with available food items to anyone in need. Accepts donations of food.

• Meals on Wheels program

Public housing for low-income households. It is a 60 Unit apartment complex.

• Publicly funded agency administers federal, state, and public assistance programs, including, but not limited to, cash programs, food support, child care assistance, medial assistance, long term care and waiver assistance programs.

Provides Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) outreach and application assistance. SNAP, formerly known as Food Stamps, is designed to assist low-income individuals in accessing nutritious food from grocery retail outlets, as well as farmers' markets. The goal is to help people make an informed decision about what hunger resources are available to them to ensure an overall successful transition from poverty to self-sufficiency.

LOS is a program that helps families with children under age 21 and pregnant women who are in an emergency situation. LOS can give emergency help for 30 days in a 18-month period.

Provides cash assistance to help adults receiving Supplemental Security Income - SSI pay for their basic needs. Adults who are blind, have a disability, or are age 65 and older but don't qualify for SSI because of their income may still be eligible for MSA if they meet income requirements. The basic monthly MSA grant is calculated using either the Maximum SSI amount (Federal Benefit Rate) for the adult or their countable income (if they do not receive SSI), and the MSA standard set by state law. Special Needs Grant MSA also may provide special payments for adults who need:

• Certain home repairs

• Certain household furniture and appliances

• Guardian or conservator service fees

• Help paying for housing costs through MSA Housing Assistance

• Medically prescribed special diets

• Representative payee services

Adults who receive MSA are also eligible for help with medical, food, and housing costs through Medical Assistance - MA, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - SNAP, and MSA Housing Assistance programs.

Offers an outreach center. Services provided:

• Community resource information

• Meals on Wheels program

• Provides support, training, and social capital building opportunities for people struggling with poverty related issues.

• Volunteer opportunities available for community members who have a passion to alleviate poverty through: 1. Participation in direct relationships with the poor 2. Public and private advocacy for improved conditions for the poor.

• Seeking donations of time, services, foods, vehicles and money.

Regional Coordinated Entry to Housing Programs agency The family development program provides services that help persons with emergencies and crises, self-sufficiency, shelter and housing, homeless services, and several special projects. Services may include:

• Case management

• Emergency housing

• Foreclosure prevention assistance

• Permanent supportive housing

• Rent/deposit assistance

• Transitional housing