Lake of the Woods County

Local offices in Lake of the Woods County

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

• Human services · County office

  Lake of the Woods County Social Services

  206 8th Ave SE, Suite 200, Baudette, MN 56623

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and health care assistanceApply for food, cash, and health care benefits through the county.Apply onlineRead more
  • Child supportGet help setting up, changing, or enforcing a child support order.Apply onlineRead more
  • Mental health supportAsk about county mental health case management and crisis referrals.Read more
  Call 218-634-2642DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · Nonprofit

  CHI LakeWood Health Public Health

  600 Main Ave S, Baudette, MN 56623

  Help here

  • WICWIC offers eligible families food benefits, nutrition help, and breastfeeding support.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 218-634-1795DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  United Way 211 Minnesota

  Help here

  • Help finding local servicesCall 211 for free referrals to food, housing, health care, and other local help.
  Call 211Website

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Dancing Sky Area Agency on Aging

  109 S. Minnesota St., Warren, MN 56762

  Help here

  • Aging servicesGet information and support to help older adults and caregivers make choices about services.
  Call 218-745-6733DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Lake of the Woods County Veterans Services

  206 8th Ave SE, Baudette, MN 56623

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits and transportationGet help with veterans benefits claims, services, and rides to VA appointments.
  Call 218-634-2219DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Lake of the Woods County Emergency Management

  206 8th Ave SE, Suite 300, Baudette, MN 56623

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and recoveryGet local emergency information and guidance on preparing for and recovering from disasters.
  Call 218-634-4547DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Arrowhead Library System

  5528 Emerald Ave, Mountain Iron, MN 55768

  Help here

  • Public library servicesFind public libraries in the region, including libraries in Two Harbors and Silver Bay.
  Call 218-741-3840DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on alslib.info

Lake of the Woods County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Lake of the Woods County

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

Cities and towns in Lake of the Woods County

• Baudette
• Williamsnot 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