Columbia Heights

Local offices in Columbia Heights

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

• Local office · City office

  Columbia Heights City Hall

  590 40th Ave NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421

  Help here

  • City services and informationContact City Hall for help finding city services or reaching a city department.
  • Utility billingGet help with city utility bills and account questions.
  Call 763-706-3600DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on columbiaheightsmn.gov

• Library · City office

  Columbia Heights Public Library

  3939 Central Ave NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and other materials, use library resources, and attend programs.
  Call 763-706-3690DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on columbiaheightsmn.gov

• Older adults · City office

  Columbia Heights Senior Center

  530 Mill St NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421

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  • Senior programs and informationResidents age 55 and older can find social, educational, and recreation programs and help with senior concerns.
  Call 763-706-3735DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on columbiaheightsmn.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

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211unitedway.org

City of Columbia Heights website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Offices for all of Anoka County

Columbia Heights is in Anoka County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Anoka County Economic Assistance

  1201 89th Ave NE, Suite 4200, Blaine, MN 55434

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and housing assistanceApply for SNAP, cash assistance, emergency help, or housing support.
  Call 763-422-7200DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on anokacountymn.gov

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Anoka County Community Social Services & Behavioral Health

  2100 3rd Avenue, Suite 500, Anoka, MN 55303

  Help here

  • Social and behavioral health servicesGet information, referrals, and support for mental health, substance use, disability, aging, and family needs.
  Call 763-324-1400DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on anokacountymn.gov

• Public health · County office

  Anoka County Public Health & Environmental Services

  2100 3rd Ave, Suite 600, Anoka, MN 55303

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  • Public health servicesGet public health nursing, health education, immunization information, and referrals.
  Call 763-324-4200DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on anokacountymn.gov

• Public health · County office

  Anoka County WIC Clinic, Blaine

  1201 89th Ave NE, Suite 2100, Blaine, MN 55434

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children nutrition benefitsEligible pregnant and postpartum people, infants, and children under five can get food benefits, nutrition support, and health care referrals.Apply online
  Call 763-324-4230DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on anokacountymn.gov

• Housing authority · County office

  Anoka County Housing and Redevelopment Authority

  2100 3rd Avenue, Suite 700, Anoka, MN 55303

  Help here

  • Affordable housing and redevelopmentFind information about housing assistance and affordable housing programs the authority provides in its service area.
  Call 763-324-4615DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on anokacountymn.gov

• Veterans · County office

  Anoka County Veteran Services

  2100 3rd Avenue, Anoka, MN 55303

  Help here

  • Veteran and dependent benefits assistanceVeterans and their dependents can get help applying for county, state, and federal benefits.
  Call 763-324-4500DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on anokacountymn.gov

Everything in Anoka County

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