Koochiching County

Local offices in Koochiching County

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

• Human services · County office

  Koochiching County Public Health & Human Services

  1000 5th Street, International Falls, MN 56649

  Help here

  • Financial and family assistanceApply for food, child care, emergency, and other financial assistance.Apply online
  • Social servicesGet help with mental health, adult and child protection, and other social services.
  • Public health servicesGet public health information, referrals, and health services for children and families.
  • Child supportGet help with establishing and changing child support orders and collecting payments.
  • WICApply for food and nutrition support if you are pregnant or have a young child.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 218-283-7000DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  United Way 211 Minnesota

  Help here

  • Community resource information and referralCall 211 for free information about local health and human services.
  Call 800-543-7709Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211unitedway.org

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Koochiching County Law Library

  Koochiching County Courthouse, 715 4th Street, International Falls, MN 56649

  Help here

  • Law libraryUse legal reference materials at the county law library.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Arrowhead Area Agency on Aging

  221 West 1st Street, Duluth, MN 55802

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can get help finding aging services and local support.
  Call 218-722-5545DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Koochiching County Emergency Management Division

  Help here

  • Emergency planning and preparednessFind information about preparing for disasters and county emergency response.
  Website

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  CareerForce in International Falls

  401 4th Street, Suite 100, International Falls, MN 56649

  Help here

  • Job search assistanceGet help with resumes, interviews, job searches, and training resources.
  Call 218-293-4400DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Falls License Bureau

  1225 Third Street, International Falls, MN 56649

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle licensingApply for driver's licenses, identification cards, and vehicle services.
  Call 218-283-2843DirectionsWebsite

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

Koochiching County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Koochiching County

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

Cities and towns in Koochiching County

• Big Fallsnot checked yet
• International Falls
• Littleforknot checked yet
• Mizpahnot checked yet
• Northomenot checked yet
• Raniernot 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.
• 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