Community Resources

Need assistance paying your heating or electric bill?

Three Rivers Community Action

If you have questions regarding the program and eligibility guidelines, please visit Three Rivers Community Action or call 507-316-0610 or 1-800-277-8418, ext. 154.

Cold Weather Rule (October 1 – April 30) Fillable application

Salvation Army

Visit https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/northern/Rochester/programs-and-services/  to see a list of the services and support that are provided.

Society of St Vincent de Paul

If you are in need of assistance and live in Rochester, please call 507-216-7370 (Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri from 10-am-3pm).

Olmsted County

Services for Individuals & Families | Olmsted County, MN

One application can connect you with a variety of programs in Olmsted County (507-328-6400). Apply online MN Benefits

  • Food Assistance 
  • Emergency Assistance 
  • Cash Programs 
  • Housing Support 
  • Child Care Assistance

Do you have veterans status? 

MN Department of Veterans Affairs  https://linkvet.org/

Are you an active duty soldier or sailor or reservist?  

Military OneSource  https://www.militaryonesource.mil/all-the-ways/

Are you an older adult? 

Senior Linkage Line https://mn.gov/senior-linkage-line/

Are you someone with the disability that needs support?

Disability Hub MN  https://disabilityhubmn.org/