West St. Paul
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Local offices in West St. Paul
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
West St. Paul City Hall
1616 Humboldt Ave, West St. Paul, MN 55118
Help here
- City services and informationContact City Hall to get help finding city services, staff, and information.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wspmn.gov
Utilities · Regional office
Saint Paul Regional Water Services
Help here
- Water and sewer billsResidents can pay water and sewer bills or contact customer service for billing help.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wspmn.gov
Library · County office
Wentworth Library
199 E. Wentworth Ave, West St. Paul, MN 55118
Help here
- Library servicesBorrow books and other materials, use library resources, and attend programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.dakota.mn.us
Older adults · Regional office
Thompson Park Activity Center
1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul, MN 55118
Help here
- Classes and activities for adults 55 and olderAdults age 55 and older can take part in educational, social, and recreation activities.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wspmn.gov
Jobs and training · State office
CareerForce in West St. Paul
1 Mendota Rd W, Suite 170, West St. Paul, MN 55118
Help here
- Job search and career helpGet career counseling and help finding work, improving job skills, or planning a job search.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on careerforce.mn.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Offices for all of Dakota County
West St. Paul is in Dakota County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Dakota County Social Services
Northern Service Center, 1 Mendota Road W., West St. Paul, MN 55118
Help here
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dakotacountymn.gov
Public health · County office
Dakota County Public Health
Northern Service Center, 1 Mendota Road W., West St. Paul, MN 55118
Help here
- Public health servicesContact the county for public health programs, clinics, and health information.
- WICWIC offers eligible families healthy foods, nutrition information, and lactation support.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dakotacountymn.gov
Housing authority · County office
Dakota County Community Development Agency
1228 Town Centre Drive, Eagan, MN 55123
Help here
- Housing assistanceFind information about affordable rental housing, rental assistance, and housing programs.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dakotacda.org
Veterans · County office
Dakota County Veterans Services
Northern Service Center, 1 Mendota Road W., Suite 420, West St. Paul, MN 55118
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help applying for county, state, and federal benefits for veterans and their families.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dakotacountymn.gov
Emergency help · County office
Dakota County Emergency Management
Law Enforcement Center, 1580 Highway 55, Hastings, MN 55033
Help here
- Emergency preparedness informationFind information to prepare for emergencies and learn about local risks.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dakotacountymn.gov
Library · County office
Dakota County Library
Library Administration, Wescott Library, 1340 Wescott Road, Eagan, MN 55123
Help here
- Library servicesGet a library card, borrow materials, use computers, and access learning resources.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dakotacountymn.gov
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 800-543-7709 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988