As of May 5, 2020, Todd County has 15 lab confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID‐19). Local transmission of the virus is
occurring. During these difficult times residents may be struggling with their financial security, mental wellbeing and
meeting their family’s needs. The following resources are available.
Cash and Economic Assistance
Unemployment Support: If you lose your job, had your hours greatly reduced, or are unable to work because of the
COVID‐19 pandemic, you should apply for Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits. To get more information about
Unemployment Insurance or to apply for benefits, visit www.uimn.org
Bridge to Benefits: This web‐based screening tool can help you identify if you’re eligible for public assistance programs,
including SNAP, WIC, School Meal Program, Minnesota Health Care Programs, Energy Assistance, and Child Care
Assistance. Website: http://www.bridgetobenefits.org/
ApplyMN: This web application can connect you with state and county services to help meet you and your family’s basic
needs. Use it to apply for cash assistance, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, child care
assistance, and Emergency Assistance. Call 651‐431‐4000 for questions, or visit: https://applymn.dhs.mn.gov/
Emergency Assistance: Your household may be eligible for assistance to cover emergency needs, such as help paying
rent or utility bills. Contact Todd County Health & Human Services at 1‐320‐732‐4500 to learn about availability,
eligibility, and how to apply.
Health Care Coverage
Minnesotans looking for health insurance coverage can compare plans and see if they qualify for financial help to cover
the cost of insurance premiums or no‐cost or low‐cost health insurance either through Medical Assistance or
MinnesotaCare. Also if you have recently lost or will lose health insurance through your employer, you may qualify for a
special enrollment period to enroll in a health plan through MNsure. To enroll, you must contact MNsure and pick a plan
within 60 days of losing employer coverage. To avoid a gap in coverage, you can contact MNsure up to 60 days in
advance of your employer’s plan ending to begin the enrollment process. Visit: https://www.mnsure.org/
Mental Health Resources
Wellness in the Woods Warmline: A peer to peer telephone support line available 5:00pm‐9:00am. It’s a safe and
supportive place for people to call and speak with peers who are there to listen and support adults experiencing
emotional distress. Phone: 1‐844‐739‐6369
Crisis Line and Referral Service: A free, confidential, nonjudgmental, 24‐hour crisis line.
Phone: 1‐218‐828‐HELP, 1‐800‐462‐5525 Text: MN to 741741
Senior LinkAge Line: A free service of the state of Minnesota that connects older Minnesotans and their families with
the help they need. Phone: 1‐800‐333‐2433, Website: https://www.seniorlinkageline.com/
Disability Hub MN provides free, statewide, information, referral and assistance service to help people with disabilities
and chronic illnesses connect to community services. Phone: 1‐866‐333‐2466, Website: https://disabilityhubmn.org/
Hands of Hope provides free and confidential services for those affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, child
abuse, and other general crimes. Phone: 1‐800‐682‐4547, Email: advocates.handsofhope@gmail.com
Housing Resources
Suspending evictions during COVID‐19: The Governor signed an order to suspend evictions. However, rent is not
reduced or waived during this time. Once the suspension has ended, owners can file for evictions and removals can be
enforced. Not paying rent on time can impact credit or cause problems that impact future housing options. For more
information visit: http://www.mnhousing.gov/sites/np/covid‐19
Food Resources
Food Shelves: All food shelves remain open at this time; please call ahead for hours and any specific instructions.
Bertha‐Hewitt Food Shelf‐ New Life Church of God, 401 Main St W Bertha, (218) 924‐2085, (218) 924‐2871
Browerville Area Food Shelf‐ 701 N Main St, (320) 594‐2201
Long Prairie Food Pantry‐ 127 Central Ave, (320) 732‐0979, (320) 266‐8863
Sauk Centre Community Connection Food Shelf‐ 523 Sinclair Lewis Ave, (320) 351‐2287
Staples Area Food Shelf‐ Staples City Hall, 402 Wisconsin Ave SE, (218) 894‐1935
Congregate Dining and Home Delivered Meals (for ages 60+): All congregate dining sites are offering 14 meals available
for curbside pick‐up or residents can be added to a Meals on Wheels route if they would like to receive meals at home.
Call Lutheran Social Services at 1‐800‐488‐4146.
Hilltop Regional Kitchen has frozen meals available for purchase for any aged individual. These meals can be shipped
directly to your door or are available for pick up at 131 Park Ave NW, Eagle Bend. Call 1‐218‐738‐5563 or visit
www.hilltopregionalkitchen.org
Living Bread Pantry – Eagle Bend Food Distribution: The Assembly of God church in Eagle Bend is providing food
distribution events. Visit their Facebook page for specific information:
https://www.facebook.com/livingbreadeaglebend/ or call Pastor Eric Monson at 218‐640‐7802
The following COVID‐19 hotlines are available to answer questions:
School & Child Care questions
651‐297‐1304
1‐800‐657‐3504
Weekdays: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Weekend: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Health questions
651‐201‐3920
1‐800‐657‐3903
8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Seven days a week
Housing questions
For single‐family residences:
651‐296‐8215
For multi‐family residences:
651‐297‐4455
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday‐Friday
Discrimination helpline
1‐833‐454‐0148
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday‐Friday