Pennington County
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Local offices in Pennington County
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Human services · County office
Pennington County Human Services
101 Main Ave. N, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Help here
- Financial assistance and medical programsGet help applying for county financial assistance and medical programs.Apply online
- Child supportGet help with child support services for custodial and non-custodial parents.
- Child and adult social servicesGet help with protective services and support for children, adults, older people, and people with disabilities.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on penningtonmn.gov
Public health · Regional office
Pennington & Red Lake County Public Health & Home Care
101 Main Ave. N, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Help here
- Public health clinicContact the department about public health clinics, health education, and wellness services.
- Home health careAsk about nursing, therapy, and personal care services provided at home.Read more
- Family home visitingExpectant parents and caregivers of young children can get in-home support and connections to local services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on pennredlakecopublichealth.com
Veterans · County office
Pennington County Veterans Service Office
101 Main Ave. N, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help applying for veterans benefits from the VA and the State of Minnesota.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.pennington.mn.us
Emergency help · County office
Pennington County Emergency Management
102 1st St. W, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Help here
- Emergency alertsSign up to receive county alerts about emergencies that may affect your area.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.pennington.mn.us
Jobs and training · State office
CareerForce in Thief River Falls
1301 State Hwy 1, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Help here
- Job search and career helpGet help finding work, improving a resume, exploring careers, or connecting with training.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on careerforce.mn.gov
State office · State office
Thief River Falls Deputy Registrar
Pennington County Courthouse, 101 Main Ave. N, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Help here
- Driver and vehicle servicesVisit the deputy registrar for driver and vehicle services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dvsinfohub.dps.mn.gov
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.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dancingskyaaa.org
Community action · Nonprofit
Inter-County Community Council
Help here
- Community action servicesFind community resources and support through the community action agency serving Clearwater County.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on intercountycc.org
Pennington County, Minnesota website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Cities and towns in Pennington 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
Talk to a person
- United Way 211
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