Goodridge

Local offices in Goodridge

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

• Local office · City office

  Goodridge City Hall

  305 Vaughan Main Street E, Goodridge, MN 56725

  Help here

  • City government servicesContact City Hall for city government questions and services.
  Call 218-378-4113DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on lakesnwoods.com

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Goodridge

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

Offices for all of Pennington County

Goodridge is in Pennington County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• 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.
  Call 218-681-2880DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked 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.
  Call 218-681-0876DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pennredlakecopublichealth.com

• 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.
  Call 218-745-6733DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dancingskyaaa.org

• 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.
  Call 218-683-7034DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked 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
  Call 218-683-7087DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked 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.
  Call 218-683-8060DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on careerforce.mn.gov

Everything 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.
• 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.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

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