Stearns County

Local offices in Stearns County

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

• Human services · County office

  Stearns County Human Services

  705 Courthouse Square, St. Cloud, MN 56303

  Help here

  • Financial, food, and medical assistanceApply for county and state programs that help with basic costs, food, and health coverage.Apply onlineRead more
  • Adult mental health and disability servicesGet help finding support for mental health, substance use, and disability needs.Read more
  • Child and family servicesGet help with child protection, child care, and foster care services.Read more
  Call 320-656-6000DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · County office

  Stearns County Child Support

  705 Courthouse Square, St. Cloud, MN 56303

  Help here

  • Child support servicesApply for help with establishing, changing, or enforcing child support.Apply online
  Call 320-656-6207DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · County office

  Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority

  401 West Wind Court, Cold Spring, MN 56320

  Help here

  • Rental housingAsk about county rental properties and rental assistance for eligible applicants.
  Call 320-685-7771DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stearnscountymn.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

  Stearns County Public Health and WIC

  3301 County Road 138, Waite Park, MN 56387

  Help here

  • Public health clinicGet health screenings, education, and immunization clinic services.
  • WICWIC provides food and nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, infants, and children under five.
  Call 320-656-6000DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Stearns County District Court and Law Library

  725 Courthouse Square, St. Cloud, MN 56303

  Help here

  • Court self-helpFind court information and self-help resources for people representing themselves.
  • Law libraryUse legal research materials and get help finding legal information.Read more
  Call 320-656-3620DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Central Minnesota Council on Aging

  Help here

  • Aging services and referralsFind information and connections to services for older adults and their caregivers.
  Website

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

• Veterans · County office

  Stearns County Veteran Services

  705 Courthouse Square, St. Cloud, MN 56303

  Help here

  • Veterans benefitsGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits and assistance programs.
  Call 320-656-6176DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Stearns County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Disaster preparednessFind county information and plans for preparing for emergencies and disasters.
  Website

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  CareerForce in St. Cloud

  1542 Northway Drive, Door 2, St. Cloud, MN 56303

  Help here

  • Job search and career helpGet help with job searches, career planning, training options, and resumes.
  Call 320-308-5320DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on careerforce.mn.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Great River Regional Library

  1300 West St. Germain Street, St. Cloud, MN 56301

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card and use books, digital materials, public computers, and research help.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 320-650-2512DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · County office

  Stearns County License Center

  705 Courthouse Square, Room 130, St. Cloud, MN 56303

  Help here

  • Driver license and state ID servicesApply for or renew a Minnesota driver license or state identification card.
  Call 320-656-6540DirectionsWebsite

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

Stearns County, Minnesota website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Stearns County

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

Cities and towns in Stearns County

• Albany
• Avon
• Belgrade
• Brootennot checked yet
• Cold Spring
• Elrosanot checked yet
• Freeportnot checked yet
• Greenwaldnot checked yet
• Holdingford
• Kimball
• Lake Henrynot checked yet
• Meire Grovenot checked yet
• Melrose
• New Munichnot checked yet
• Paynesville
• Richmond
• Rockville
• Roscoenot checked yet
• Sartell
• Sauk Centre
• Spring Hillnot checked yet
• St. Anthonynot checked yet
• St. Augusta
• St. Cloud
• St. Joseph
• St. Martinnot checked yet
• St. Rosanot checked yet
• St. Stephen
• Waite Park

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