Park Rapids
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Local offices in Park Rapids
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Park Rapids City Hall
212 W 2nd St, Park Rapids, MN 56470
Help here
- City services and informationContact City Hall for help with city services, forms, and questions.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ci.park-rapids.mn.us
Utilities · City office
Park Rapids Water and Sewer
212 W 2nd St, Park Rapids, MN 56470
Help here
- Water and sewer billingPay your city water and sewer bill or contact the city with billing questions.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ci.park-rapids.mn.us
Library · Regional office
Park Rapids Area Library
210 1st St W, Park Rapids, MN 56470
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow materials, use public computers and Wi-Fi, print, or attend programs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on krls.org
Older adults · Nonprofit
Living at Home of the Park Rapids Area
218 Industrial Park Road, Park Rapids, MN 56470
Help here
- Senior and caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can ask about transportation, respite care, friendly visits, and social activities.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on parkrapidslivingathome.org
State office · State office
Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services, Park Rapids Exam Station
205 Court Ave, Park Rapids, MN 56470
Help here
- Driver license testingThe Park Rapids exam station offers driver license testing on the second and fourth Friday of each month, except holidays.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on dps.mn.gov
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Hubbard County
Park Rapids is in Hubbard County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Hubbard County Human Services
205 Court Avenue, Park Rapids, MN 56470
Help here
- Financial assistanceApply for cash, food, health care, child care, housing, and emergency assistance.Apply online
- Child and adult protectionGet help with reports of child abuse or neglect and support for vulnerable adults.
- Child supportGet help establishing parentage, setting up or enforcing a support order, and collecting payments.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hubbardcounty.gov
Veterans · County office
Hubbard County Veteran Services
201 Fair Avenue, Park Rapids, MN 56470
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpGet help applying for veterans benefits, filing or appealing claims, and arranging rides to VA medical centers.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hubbardcounty.gov
Emergency help · County office
Hubbard County Emergency Management
301 Court Avenue, Park Rapids, MN 56470
Help here
- Disaster preparedness and recoveryFind information to prepare for local hazards and learn how the county plans for emergencies.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hubbardcounty.gov
Housing authority · County office
Hubbard County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
100 8th Street East, Park Rapids, MN 56470
Help here
- Affordable housing and homebuyer helpAsk about affordable rental homes, down payment help, and home repair programs for eligible residents.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hubbardcounty.gov
Public health · Regional office
CHI St. Joseph's Health Community Health, Hubbard County
1415 1st Street East, Suite 2, Park Rapids, MN 56470
Help here
- Public health servicesGet information about local wellness services, adult screenings, immunizations, and community health clinics.
- WICEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children can get food benefits, nutrition advice, and breastfeeding support.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on chisjh.org
Library · Regional office
Kitchigami Regional Library System
301 Court Avenue, Room 149, Park Rapids, MN 56470
Help here
- Library servicesUse library materials, public computers, Wi-Fi, and learning programs through the regional library system.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on krls.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
- United Way 211 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.
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