Economic Support

Icon for AlertsExtra COVID Emergency SNAP to End.

Also known as E-SNAP, federal officials have declared the COVID Emergency SNAP allotments will end after February.

Most households will get their last E-SNAP payment in March, and benefits will return to the standard eligibility amounts in April.
Learn more.

Already have a financial assistance case in Washington County, but still have questions?

Call your assigned worker or 651-430-6459.

Economic Support

In partnership with the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS), the Washington County Community Services Department administers programs that provide support to low-income residents of Washington County, such as: cash support, medical programs, food support, and child care assistance. 

All of the public assistance programs are regulated by the DHS.

Interpreter Service

If you need an interpreter to help you apply for benefits:

  1. Call 651-430-6459 or 1-844-711-1907.
  2. Indicate the type of language you speak and a phone number to reach you. 

Someone will call you back using the Language Line and arrange a time for you to apply with the assistance of an interpreter.

Community Resources

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Suspect Fraud?

Find information on how to Report Fraud.

Data Privacy

Learn about Data Privacy from the DHS.