Houston County Welfare (Minnesota)

Houston County WIC Offices provide access to the Women, Infants, and Children nutritional program in Houston County, Minnesota. Houston County WIC Offices process applications to join the Houston County welfare program, provide nutrition education, and administer food services to eligible people. Pregnant and recently pregnant women, infants, and young children are eligible for the program if they meet income requirements and are at nutrition risk. Houston County WIC Offices determine eligibility for benefits and accept applications, and they may conduct assessments for determining nutrition risk. WIC Office services may be available through their website.

Houston County Public Health Nursing Service WIC Office Caledonia MN 611 Vista Drive, 1 55921 507-725-5816


Houston County Food Stamp Offices administer the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), a form of nutrition assistance provided to income-eligible households in Houston County, Minnesota. Local Houston County Food Stamp Offices can process applications for SNAP benefits, help determine eligibility for the program, and provide nutritional education. They also help administer monthly benefits, distribute food assistance benefits, and accept applications from individuals and Houston County households. Food Stamp Offices in Houston County may also monitor compliance with SNAP rules. Food Stamp Offices provide access to information and services on their websites.

Houston County Human Services Food Stamp Office Caledonia MN 304 South Marshall Street, 104 55921 507-725-5811


The Houston County Social Services Department provides a range of health and human services and programs in Houston County, Minnesota. They often administer safety net programs, provide basic necessities, and protect children, the elderly, and dependent or vulnerable adults. Houston County Social Services may administer assistance programs such as SNAP or TANF, as well as Medicare or Medicaid and any state health programs for low-income uninsured or underinsured groups. They may also provide Houston County housing services, substance abuse and addiction services, energy assistance, and mental health services. Social Service Departments in Houston County provide online access to many of their services and programs.

Houston County Social Service Department Caledonia MN 304 South Marshall Street, Rm 104 55921 507-725-5811