St. Louis County

Local offices in St. Louis County

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

• Human services · County office

  St. Louis County Public Health and Human Services

  Help here

  • Economic assistance and child supportGet help applying for food, cash, health care, child care, and child support services.Apply onlineRead more
  • Behavioral health and recoveryFind county support and referrals for mental health and substance use needs.Read more
  • Veterans servicesGet help finding veterans benefits and services through the county.Read more
  • Public health and WICGet public health information and ask about nutrition support for women, infants, and children.Read more
  Call 218-726-2222Website

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  St. Louis County Law Library

  100 N. 5th Ave. W., Duluth, MN 55802

  Help here

  • Legal research resourcesUse legal books and online resources to research state and federal law.Read more
  Call 218-726-2611DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Arrowhead Area Agency on Aging

  221 W 1st St, Duluth, MN 55802

  Help here

  • Aging support and referralsGet information and help finding services for older adults and caregivers.
  Call 218-722-5545DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on arrowheadaging.org

• Emergency help · County office

  St. Louis County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency preparednessFind guidance to prepare for emergencies and information about county response services.
  Call 218-625-3960Website

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  CareerForce in Duluth

  402 West 1st Street, Duluth, MN 55802

  Help here

  • Job search and career servicesGet help with job searches, resumes, interviews, and career planning.
  • Unemployment benefit helpUse the career lab and staff support to apply for unemployment benefits.
  Call 218-302-8400DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on careerforce.mn.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Arrowhead Library System

  Help here

  • Library services for Carlton County residentsFind library services, bookmobile access, and resources through the regional library system.
  Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on alslib.info

St. Louis County, Minnesota website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve St. Louis County

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

Cities and towns in St. Louis County

• Aurora
• Babbitt
• Biwabik
• Brookstonnot checked yet
• Buhl
• Chisholm
• Cooknot checked yet
• Duluth
• Ely
• Eveleth
• Floodwoodnot checked yet
• Gilbert
• Hermantown
• Hibbing
• Hoyt Lakes
• Iron Junctionnot checked yet
• Kinneynot checked yet
• Leonidasnot checked yet
• McKinleynot checked yet
• Meadowlandsnot checked yet
• Mountain Iron
• Orrnot checked yet
• Proctor
• Rice Lake
• Towernot checked yet
• Virginia
• Wintonnot 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.
• 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