These resources may be helpful if you live within Rice County. This is by no means an exhaustive list of the things your community or county offers to you, but rather a starting point to assist you in a search for resources. Rice County Social Services 507-744-5185
Child Health Services 507-332-6111
Services and activities in this program are intended to strengthen and preserve the health of individuals and families in Rice County. The focus is on support, prevention, and education to promote and maintain a high level of wellness.
Children's Mental Health Case Management 507-333-3773
This resource guide will help you find support within Rice County.
Crisis Nursery: 507-332-6115 , 1-800-422-1286 Crisis Line
If your family needs assistance with heat and electric please check out TRCA's assistance program.
Hope Center (Relationship Violence Support) (507) 332-0882, 24-Hour SafeLine: 800-607-2330
Mental Health Resources for Rice County
Northfield Community Action 507-664-3550
CAC has many resources to help fulfill your families needs.
Public Financial Assistance Programs 507-744-5185
Financial, medical and childcare assistance programs that may be available to you.
Rice County Child Protection 507-332-6115
This is contact information if you suspect and need to report child endangerment or neglect.
Rice County Family Resource List
Ruth House Shelter 507-332-2236
Salvation Army Rice County 877-357-2297
Three Rivers Community Action 800-277-8418
TRCA helps provide housing and food support for those in need.
Please contact toys for tots if your family needs support this holiday season.
The Department of Human Services has launched MNbenefits (https://mnbenefits.mn.gov/), allowing users to simultaneously apply for benefits from the following nine programs in less than 12 minutes: • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program • Emergency Assistance • Housing Support • Child Care Assistance Program • Diversionary Work Program • General Assistance • Minnesota Family Investment Program • Minnesota Supplemental Aid • Refugee Cash Assistance The mobile-friendly application works across all browsers, computers, laptops and phones. It is available in Spanish, with more languages to come. It’s easy to upload documents. An account login is not necessary, eliminating a common barrier to access.