Economic Support

Stay Informed About Federal and State Program Updates

• • • Medicaid federal changes – Learn more about recent updates to Medicaid from Minnesota DHS Federal Changes.
    • SNAP changes – See the latest information on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) from the MN DCYF SNAP time-limited work rules.
    • Fraud prevention – Find out how to prevent and report fraud: Minnesota DHS Program Integrity.

These resources are maintained by the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) and the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF).

What other resources can help you pay?

Energy Assistance

Get information on how to get help to pay your energy bills. This program is administered by the Community Action Partnership of Ramsey & Washington Counties for Washington County residents.

Early Learning Scholarship

The program is funded by MN Department of Education for income-eligible families to pay for tuition and some fees for children birth to 5 years (until starting kindergarten). This program is administered by the Anoka County Community Action Program for Washington County residents. Download the application (PDF).