Albert Lea
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Local offices in Albert Lea
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Housing help · City office
Albert Lea Housing & Redevelopment Authority
800 S. 4th Avenue, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Help here
- Public housingApply for income-based public housing managed by the authority.Apply onlineRead more
- Housing Choice VouchersAsk about vouchers that help eligible households rent a home; the waiting list is currently closed.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on albertleahra.com
Utilities · City office
City of Albert Lea Utility Billing
221 E. Clark Street, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Help here
- Water and sewer billingGet help with water and sewer bills, payment, and automatic bill payment.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofalbertlea.org
Local office · City office
Albert Lea City Hall
221 E. Clark Street, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Help here
- City services and informationContact City Hall for help finding city services, reaching city departments, and handling city business.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofalbertlea.org
Older adults · City office
Albert Lea Senior Center
Help here
- Senior center programsFind senior center activities and events through the city recreation department.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofalbertlea.org
Jobs and training · State office
CareerForce in Albert Lea
2200 Riverland Drive, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Help here
- Job search and career helpGet help with job searches, career planning, resumes, interviews, and training options.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on careerforce.mn.gov
Library · City office
Albert Lea Public Library
211 E. Clark Street, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Help here
- Library cards and borrowingGet a library card and borrow books, media, and other items.Read more
- Public programs and internet accessUse library technology and attend programs for children and adults.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on alplonline.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Albert Lea Recreation Department
701 Lake Chapeau Drive, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Help here
- Recreation programsRegister for recreation programs, classes, and activities for residents of all ages.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofalbertlea.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Albert Lea
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Channel One Regional Food Bank
131 35th Street, SE, Rochester, MN 55904
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Semcac
204 S Elm St, Rushford, MN 55971-8812
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Freeborn County
Albert Lea is in Freeborn County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Freeborn County Human Services
203 Clark St W, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Help here
- Financial and food assistanceApply for food, cash, emergency, and child care assistance through the county.Apply online
- Child supportGet help with questions about your child support case.
- Mental health and substance use servicesContact the county to ask about mental health or substance use services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on freeborncountymn.gov
Public health · County office
Freeborn County WIC
411 S Broadway Ave, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportGet WIC nutrition support and schedule an in-person or phone appointment.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on freeborncountymn.gov
Public health · County office
Freeborn County Public Health
411 S Broadway Ave, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Help here
- Public health clinics and immunizationsGet information about immunizations and public health services for county residents.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on freeborncountymn.gov
Veterans · County office
Freeborn County Veteran's Services
411 Broadway S, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on freeborncountymn.gov
Emergency help · County office
Freeborn County Emergency Management
411 Broadway S, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Help here
- Emergency preparedness informationFind information to prepare for and respond to emergencies affecting the county.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on freeborncountymn.gov
Jobs and training · State office
CareerForce in Albert Lea
2200 Riverland Dr, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Help here
- Job search and career helpGet job search help, career counseling, and employment services at the Albert Lea center.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on careerforce.mn.gov
Minnesota programs by kind of help
These are run by Minnesota and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- United Way 211 Minnesota
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988