How to apply for Winona Senior Advocates — Free Benefits Help for Adults 60+ (Winona County) in Minnesota
City of Winona Parks & Recreation Department — Senior Advocacy Program (Friendship Center)
Who it's for
The Winona Senior Advocates give free, private help to anyone in Winona County age 60 or older who lives on their own in the community. Advocates help fill out applications for energy assistance, property tax or renter's refunds, phone discounts, housing, prescription help and Winona County Human Services. They also offer health insurance and Medicare counseling, help with advance directives and money management, notary services and home visits. The office is at Winona City Hall, 207 Lafayette St., lower level, open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call the Senior Advocacy Line at 507-454-7369 to get help.
The advocates help you apply; each benefit they help with has its own eligibility rules and the agency makes the final decision. Not legal or financial advice.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- None to start — call or visit; bring the papers for the benefit you need help applying for
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 507-454-7369
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Winona Senior Advocates — Free Benefits Help for Adults 60+ (Winona County). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need none to start — call or visit; bring the papers for the benefit you need help applying for — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"
Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.
Renewals
none
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.