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Income Maintenance / Financial Assistance
Our team determines eligibility and issues benefits for all mandated public assistance programs; this includes cash, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), child care and health care. We also determine eligibility for other county funded programs.
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Cash & Food Programs
Learn about local cash programs and food programs such as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
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Child Care Assistance Programs (CCAP)
Paying for child care can be difficult as you look for a job, go to work or go to school to prepare for work. Scott County administers the State Child Care Assistance Programs (CCAP) according to Federal and State policy.
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County Burial
If a Scott County resident dies without the means to pay for his or her own burial expenses, then an application can be completed by a family member to use County funds to pay for these costs.
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Health Insurance
There are many programs under the Health Care umbrella.
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Long-Term Care
LTC services include skilled nursing facility care you receive when you reside in a nursing facility, and more.
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How to Apply
Apply in person or online for economic assistance programs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Browse frequently asked questions from Health & Human Services and other departments.
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Welfare Frequently Requested Forms
Access links to frequently requested forms for Welfare.
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Financial Assistance
Physical Address
Government Center West
200 4th Ave W
Shakopee, MN 55379
Phone: 952-445-7751Fax: 952-496-8685
Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Toll-Free Phone: 877-445-7750