Housing Services & Support

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Ramsey County works with a variety of local agencies to provide resources for people who are experiencing homelessness, at risk of becoming homeless or need emergency assistance to stay in their homes. 

Emergency shelter and services 

For adults

If you're single adult and experiencing homelessness or seeking emergency shelter please contact Ramsey County's Shelter Entry & Diversion Team:

Phone: 651-266-1050
Email: [email protected]
In-person: Saint Paul Opportunity Center, 422 Dorothy Day Place, Saint Paul, MN 55102 (Second floor)

Hours of operation 
Shelter reservations
For single adults needing emergency shelter for the coming night. 
Monday- Friday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. In-person and phone
4- 9:30 p.m. Phone only
Saturday and Sunday  1:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m. Phone only
Diversion services
For single adults needing resources to avoid emergency shelter.
Monday- Friday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. In-person and phone
4- 4:30 p.m. Phone only

After 9:30 p.m., single adults can seek emergency shelter by calling shelters directly:

For families

For youth

For veterans

Homelessness prevention

Coordinated entry

Homebuyer and homeowner programs