Kanabec County

Local offices in Kanabec County

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

• Human services · County office

  Kanabec County Family Services

  905 Forest Ave E, Suite 150, Mora, MN 55051

  Help here

  • Public benefitsApply for county and state help with food, cash, health care, and other basic needs.Apply onlineRead more
  • Child supportGet help with child support services and questions.Read more
  • Behavioral health servicesContact the county about mental health and substance use services.
  Call 320-679-6350DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kanabeccountymn.gov

• Public health · County office

  Kanabec County WIC Clinic

  905 Forest Ave E, Suite 127, Mora, MN 55051

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)Eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children can get food benefits, nutrition support, and breastfeeding help.Apply online
  Call 320-679-6330DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · City office

  Mora Housing and Redevelopment Authority

  160 Valhalla Circle, Mora, MN 55051

  Help here

  • Affordable housingAsk about income-based apartments and housing choice vouchers.
  Call 320-679-4789DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Kanabec County Community Health

  905 Forest Ave E, Suite 127, Mora, MN 55051

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet health education, screenings, immunizations, home visiting, and other local public health services.
  Call 320-679-6330DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Tenth Judicial District Self-Help Center at Kanabec County Courthouse

  317 Maple Ave E, Mora, MN 55051

  Help here

  • Court self-helpGet information and resources for handling court matters without a lawyer.
  Call 763-760-6699DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mn.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Central Minnesota Council on Aging

  3333 W Division Street, Suite 217, St. Cloud, MN 56301

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can get help finding community care and support resources.
  Call 320-253-9349DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Kanabec County Veterans Services

  317 Maple Avenue East, Mora, MN 55051

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their dependents can get help applying for local, state, and federal benefits.
  Call 320-679-6380DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kanabeccountymn.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Kanabec County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency preparednessGet local emergency preparedness information and contact the county during disaster response and recovery.
  Call 320-679-8421Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kanabeccountymn.gov

• Library · Regional office

  East Central Regional Library

  Help here

  • Library servicesKanabec County residents can use the regional library system for books, digital resources, events, and library cards.Apply online
  Call 763-689-7390Website

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

Kanabec County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Kanabec County

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

Cities and towns in Kanabec County

• Grasston
• Mora
• Ogilvie
• Quamba

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