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Mental Health Resources
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Last Updated
11 hours ago
About Mental Health Resources
Mental Health Resources is a program associated with PHA MN801, located in Saint Paul, Ramsey County, Minnesota. This housing authority manages approximately 213 assisted housing units, which include 213 Section 8 vouchers.
Currently, the PHA has waitlists open for Multifamily Housing. The Public Housing program's waitlist is also opening soon. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for eligibility is $66,200 per year, applicable to the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI HUD Metro FMR Area.
Other programs such as Bridges, HCV, Housing Voucher, Mainstream, and PBV are currently closed to new applications. Applicants should verify the status of all programs, including Mental Health Resources, directly with the housing authority for the most current information.
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Multifamily Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 21, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The St. Paul PHA began accepting online applications for Multifamily Housing apartments with 0-5 bedrooms on July 21, 2025, and continues until further notice. This program provides homes with reduced rent based on income. Applicants can use free computers at public libraries, and reasonable accommodation requests can be submitted in writing.
Multifamily Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 21, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waitlist for Multifamily Housing apartments with 0-5 bedrooms opened on July 21, 2025, providing reduced rent based on income for low-income households. Applications are only accepted online.
Multifamily Housing (0-5 Bedroom Apartments) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 21, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applications are accepted online, and applicants needing a reasonable accommodation can submit a written request to the PHA's Rental Office.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 21, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This program provides apartments with reduced rent based on income for households with low incomes. Applications are exclusively online; no in-person, fax, or email applications are accepted, and no telephone assistance is provided for completion.
Other Programs
13 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The application for the Bridges Rental Assistance Program, which provides temporary rental assistance for people with mental illness, is currently closed. Mental Health Resources (MHR) administers Bridges vouchers.
Referral to the program must be made by a mental health professional. Highest priority is given to people residing in an institution who will be homeless upon discharge.
The Mainstream Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list for Mental Health Resources last accepted applications from May 21, 2024, until May 23, 2024. Eligibility requires applicants to meet HUD income guidelines and qualify as elderly, disabled, or a family, with U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status. Preferences included living or working in Ramsey, Hennepin, or Dakota County, and 1,000 applicants were selected by random lottery.
Mental Health Resources, Inc. (MHR) Section 8 waiting list is closed and no longer accepting applications. MHR administers various housing vouchers in the 7-county metro area for individuals with mental illness, chemical dependency, and other disabilities.
Mainstream programs administered by housing authorities in Saint Paul are not currently accepting new applications.
Mental Health Resources, Inc. administers various housing vouchers, including Section 8, for individuals with mental illness, chemical dependency, and other disabilities in the 7-county metro area.
The Saint Paul Public Housing Agency currently has no active Project-Based Voucher (PBV) offering. Future offerings will be advertised on their website and through Minnesota Housing's Consolidated RFP.
Mental Health Resources' Bridges Rental Assistance Program may be full or have a waiting list, requiring referral by a mental health professional for individuals 18+ with a serious mental illness and income at or below 50% of AMI.
Mental Health Resources administers Housing Trust Fund rental assistance subsidies, but specific waitlist status information is not available.
No specific housing program named 'Mental Health Resources' with its own waiting list details was found to be directly administered by the Saint Paul Public Housing Agency (PHA code MN801).
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
Mental Health Resources administers Ramsey Supportive Housing Vouchers, but specific waitlist status information is not available.
The Bridges Rental Assistance Program provides temporary rental assistance for individuals 18+ with serious mental illness and income at or below 50% of the area median income, requiring a referral from a mental health professional.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Mental Health Resources portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Mental Health Resources
Check Current Status
Mental Health Resources currently has 4 open waiting lists (Multifamily, Multifamily Housing, Multifamily Housing (0-5 Bedroom Apartments), Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Mental Health Resources, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $66,200/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Mental Health Resources portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Mental Health Resources, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Mental Health Resources manages approximately 213 assisted housing units (213 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Saint Paul. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Mental Health Resources
Multifamily open
The Multifamily program at Mental Health Resources provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Paul. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Multifamily Housing open
The Multifamily Housing program at Mental Health Resources provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Paul. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Multifamily Housing (0-5 Bedroom Apartments) open
The Multifamily Housing (0-5 Bedroom Apartments) program at Mental Health Resources provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Paul. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Mental Health Resources are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Bridges closed
The Bridges program at Mental Health Resources provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Paul. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Bridges Rental Assistance Program closed
The Bridges Rental Assistance Program program at Mental Health Resources provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Paul. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Mental Health Resources provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Saint Paul. This program serves approximately 213 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Housing Voucher closed
The Housing Voucher program at Mental Health Resources provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Paul. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Mental Health Resources are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
Other closed
The Other program at Mental Health Resources provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Paul. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Mental Health Resources are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Saint Paul. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Bridges Rental Assistance closed
The Bridges Rental Assistance program at Mental Health Resources provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Paul. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Housing Trust Fund closed
The Housing Trust Fund program at Mental Health Resources provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Paul. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mental Health Resources closed
The Mental Health Resources program at Mental Health Resources provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Paul. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Mental Health Resources converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Saint Paul maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Ramsey Supportive Housing Voucher closed
The Ramsey Supportive Housing Voucher program at Mental Health Resources provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Paul. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other closed
The other program at Mental Health Resources provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Paul. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Mental Health Resources?
Mental Health Resources Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Mental Health Resources are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $66,200. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $27,800 | $46,350 | $72,950 |
| 2 Persons | $31,800 | $53,000 | $83,400 |
| 3 Persons | $35,750 | $59,600 | $93,800 |
| 4 Persons | $39,700 | $66,200 | $104,200 |
| 5 Persons | $42,900 | $71,500 | $112,550 |
| 6 Persons | $46,100 | $76,800 | $120,900 |
| 7 Persons | $49,250 | $82,100 | $129,250 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $87,400 | $137,550 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Mental Health Resources — including across state lines.