Lakeland
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Local offices in Lakeland
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Lakeland Water Utility and Public Works
1190 St. Croix Trail South, Lakeland, MN 55043
Help here
- Water service and utility billingGet help with water service, utility billing, payments, and account setup.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ci.lakeland.mn.us
Local office · Regional office
2-1-1 United Way of Minnesota
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall for free, confidential help finding local food, housing, health, and other community resources.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211unitedway.org
Local office · City office
Lakeland City Hall
690 Quinnell Avenue North, Lakeland, MN 55043
Help here
- City information and resident servicesContact City Hall for city information, records, elections, and help reaching city departments.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ci.lakeland.mn.us
Library · County office
Valley Library
384 St. Croix Trail South, Lakeland, MN 55043
Help here
- Library servicesBorrow books, use a computer, pick up holds, and attend library programs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on washcolib.org
City of Lakeland, Minnesota website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Lakeland
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Second Harvest Heartland
7101 Winnetka Avenue N., Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Community Action Partnership of Ramsey and Washington Counties
450 Syndicate St N Ste 35, Saint Paul, MN 55104-4196
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Washington County
Lakeland is in Washington County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Washington County Community Services
14949 62nd Street North, Stillwater, MN 55082
Help here
- Public benefits and social servicesGet help applying for cash, food, health care, child care, and other support programs.Apply onlineRead more
- Child supportApply for help establishing, collecting, or changing child support.Apply onlineRead more
- Housing crisis helpContact the county team for help with homelessness, emergency housing, and housing resources.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtoncountymn.gov
Public health · County office
Washington County WIC
1261 Woodlane Drive, Woodbury, MN 55125
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children can get food benefits and nutrition support.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtoncountymn.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.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211unitedway.org
Public health · County office
Washington County Public Health and Environment
14949 62nd Street North, Stillwater, MN 55082
Help here
- Public health servicesFind county health programs, disease prevention information, and help with public health concerns.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtoncountymn.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Washington County Law Library
8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury, MN 55125
Help here
- Court self-helpGet information about court procedures, legal forms, and low-cost legal help.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtoncountymn.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging
Help here
- Aging services informationGet connected to services and resources for older adults and caregivers.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on metroaging.org
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
- 2-1-1 United Way of Minnesota
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988