Clearwater County

Local offices in Clearwater County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Human services · County office

  Clearwater County Human Services

  216 Park Ave. NW, Bagley, MN 56621

  Help here

  • Financial and family assistanceApply for food, cash, emergency, child care, and health care assistance.Apply online
  • Child supportGet help with child support services and payments.
  • Mental health and disability servicesGet referrals, assessments, and case management for mental health, substance use, and disability needs.
  Call 218-694-6164DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on clearwatercountymn.gov

• Local office · Nonprofit

  United Way 211 Minnesota

  Help here

  • Community resource information and referralCall 211 for free information about local health and human services.
  Call 800-543-7709Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211unitedway.org

• Public health · County office

  Clearwater County Public Health

  212 Main Ave. N., Bagley, MN 56621-8304

  Help here

  • Public health and nursingGet immunizations, health assessments, home visiting, and nursing services.
  • WICGet nutrition support and food benefits through the county WIC clinic.
  Call 218-694-6581DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on clearwatercountymn.gov

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Clearwater County Law Library

  Clearwater County Courthouse, 213 N. Main Avenue, Bagley, MN 56621

  Help here

  • Legal information and researchUse public legal materials and research resources at the county law library.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mncourts.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Dancing Sky Area Agency on Aging

  109 South Minnesota Street, Warren, MN 56762

  Help here

  • Aging services and supportConnect with services and support that help older adults and caregivers.
  Call 218-745-6733DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dancingskyaaa.org

• Veterans · County office

  Clearwater County Veteran Services

  Clearwater County Courthouse, Third Floor, 213 Main Ave. N., Dept. 305, Bagley, MN 56621-8304

  Help here

  • Veterans benefitsGet help applying for state and federal veterans benefits for veterans and their families.
  Call 218-694-6618DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on clearwatercountymn.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Clearwater County Emergency Management

  213 Main Ave. N., Bagley, MN 56621

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseContact the county about emergency preparedness, public alerts, and disaster response.
  Call 218-694-6226DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on clearwatercountymn.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  CareerForce Bemidji

  616 America Ave. NW, Suite 240, Bemidji, MN 56601-3859

  Help here

  • Employment and workforce servicesGet job search, career, and workforce services at the CareerForce location serving Clearwater County.
  Call 218-333-8200DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on careerforcemn.com

Clearwater County, Minnesota website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Clearwater County

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Cities and towns in Clearwater County

• Bagley
• Clearbrooknot checked yet
• Gonvicknot checked yet
• Leonardnot checked yet
• Shevlinnot checked yet

Minnesota programs by kind of help

These are run by Minnesota and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026