Human Services
Clearwater County Human Services is the County's local social service agency.
The Financial Assistance Unit provides the following services:
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Cash Assistance
- Emergency Assistance
- Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
- Minnesota Health Care Programs (MHCP)
- Child Support Program
- Funeral and Final Disposition Assistance
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The Social Services Unit provides services in the following areas:
- Adult Mental Health
- Adoption - Foster Care
- Adult Services
- Chemical Dependency Services
- Child Foster Care License
- Child Services
- Development Disabilities
Adult Foster Care License:
Clearwater County partners with Sourcewell for all adult foster care licensing services. Find licensing information and forms on the Sourcewell website: Adult Foster Care Licensing | Sourcewell. Interested in becoming licensed? Learn more and start the process by contacting a regional licensing specialist at licensing@sourcewell-mn.gov.
Minnesota Access to Communication Technology
Is it hard to use your phone due to a hearing loss, speech or physical disability?
Minnesota Access to Communication Technology (MN ACT) and the Minnesota Department of Human Services Telephone Equipment Distribution Program provide FREE phone devices to Minnesotans who qualify. For more information, contact our agency at (218) 694-6164.
Handicap Accessible Bus
Tri-Valley is available for transportation needs and can be reached at 1-800-201-3432 to arrange rides.
Medical Appointment Transportation:
Clearwater County Human Services will arrange for transportation to medical appointments for individuals eligible for medical assistance access services. Call Clearwater County Human Services for more information or to arrange a ride.