Mental Health Resources
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Last Updated
20 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.
Multifamily Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 21, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waitlist is for apartments with 0-5 bedrooms, providing reduced rent based on income for low-income households, subject to income limits by household size. Social Security Numbers, household income, and an email address are required for application.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 21, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Accepting online applications for scattered site homes and duplexes with 5 bedrooms, and multifamily apartments with 0-5 bedrooms. Income limits apply based on household size for eligibility.
Other Programs
9 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.
Mental Health Resources' Section 8 waiting list is currently closed. It primarily serves individuals living with mental illness, chemical dependency, and other disabilities in the 7-county metro area. A prior Mainstream Section 8 HCV waitlist had preferences for living or working in Ramsey, Hennepin, or Dakota County, and selected 1,000 applicants 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.
The waiting list for the Mainstream Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program is currently closed with no announced reopening date. The program serves persons living with mental illness, chemical dependency and other disabilities in Hennepin and Ramsey County. Eligibility requires the head of household or spouse to be disabled and earn at or less than specified income limits; 1,000 applicants were previously placed on the waiting list by random lottery with preference for living or working in Ramsey, Hennepin or Dakota County.
Vacancies in Project-Based Voucher units are generally filled by eligible families currently on the PHA Section 8 waiting list. For supportive housing PBV units, the PHA accepts referrals from housing managers/administrators for applicants who meet Minnesota Housing's definition of homeless.
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 Multifamily Housing program, which is listed under RAD on the Saint Paul Public Housing Agency website, has an upcoming waiting list opening on July 21, 2025. Please refer to the 'Public Housing (Multifamily/RAD)' entry for details. No other distinct RAD program waiting list information was f...
Mental Health Resources administers Ramsey Supportive Housing Vouchers, but specific waitlist status information is not available.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Mental Health Resources portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 2 open waiting lists (Multifamily Housing, 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 anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.