Bird Island
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Local offices in Bird Island
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Bird Island City Office
660 Birch Avenue, Bird Island, MN 55310
Help here
- City services and utility billingContact the city office for water and sewer service, utility questions, and city services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on birdislandmn.gov
Library · Regional office
Bird Island Public Library
260 S Main Street, Bird Island, MN 55310
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use library learning resources.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on birdisland.lib.mn.us
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Renville County
Bird Island is in Renville County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Renville County Human Services
105 South 5th Street, Suite 203H, Olivia, MN 56277
Help here
- Financial and health care assistanceAsk about food, cash, medical, child care, and housing support, including child support services.
- Social servicesGet help with adult and child protection, disability services, mental health, and substance use concerns.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on renvillecountymn.gov
Public health · County office
Renville County Public Health
105 South 5th Street, Suite 119H, Olivia, MN 56277
Help here
- Public health servicesGet health information, immunizations, family health support, and home health care services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on renvillecountymn.gov
Public health · County office
Renville County WIC
105 South 5th Street, Olivia, MN 56277
Help here
- Women, Infants, and Children nutrition programEligible pregnant people, parents, infants, and children under five can get food benefits, nutrition advice, and breastfeeding support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on renvillecountymn.gov
Housing authority · County office
Renville County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
200 South Mill Street, Redwood Falls, MN 56283
Help here
- Public housing and housing choice vouchersApply for income-based public housing or a voucher to help pay rent in Renville County.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on renvillecountymn.gov
Veterans · County office
Renville County Veterans Services
105 South 5th Street, Suite 247, Olivia, MN 56277
Help here
- Veterans benefits and careGet help applying for veterans benefits, finding VA medical care, and arranging rides to VA appointments.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on renvillecountymn.gov
Emergency help · County office
Renville County Emergency Management
500 East DePue Avenue, Suite 103, Olivia, MN 56277
Help here
- Emergency preparedness informationGet information about preparing for disasters and local emergency alerts.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on renvillecountymn.gov
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.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- 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.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
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
Talk to a person
- United Way 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 800-543-7709 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988