Watonwan County

Local offices in Watonwan County

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

• Human services · County office

  Watonwan County Human Services

  715 2nd Ave. S., St. James, MN 56081

  Help here

  • Financial assistance and food supportAsk about county financial assistance and food benefits.
  • Child supportGet help with child support services and questions.
  • Public health and WICGet public health services or ask about WIC food and nutrition support for eligible families.Read more
  • Social servicesAsk about county social services, including adult and children’s services.
  Call 507-375-3294DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Watonwan County Law Library

  Watonwan County Courthouse, 710 2nd Ave. S., St. James, MN 56081

  Help here

  • Legal research resourcesAccess legal research materials at the county law library.
  • Self-help court resourcesUse courthouse self-help workstations to find court information and print forms.Read more
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging

  Help here

  • Aging services and referralsGet information and connections to services for older adults and caregivers in the region.
  Call 507-387-1256Website

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

• Veterans · County office

  Watonwan County Veterans Service Office

  108 8th St. S., Suite 3, St. James, MN 56081

  Help here

  • Veterans servicesGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits and services.
  Call 507-375-1254DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Watonwan County Emergency Management

  710 2nd Ave. S., St. James, MN 56081

  Help here

  • Emergency preparednessFind county information and guidance for preparing for emergencies.
  Call 507-375-5841DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Watonwan County Library

  125 Fifth St. S., St. James, MN 56081

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse the county library system to borrow materials and access library resources.
  Call 507-375-1278DirectionsWebsite

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

Watonwan County, Minnesota website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Watonwan County

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

Cities and towns in Watonwan County

• Butterfieldnot checked yet
• Darfurnot checked yet
• La Sallenot checked yet
• Lewisvillenot checked yet
• Madelia
• Odinnot checked yet
• Ormsbynot checked yet
• St. James

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