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SERVING POPE, GRANT and TRAVERSE MN COUNTIES
Business hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Closed Holidays
Legislative Updates
Our local leaders are convening at the State Capitol to advocate for sustained and equitable funding essential to the success of HR1 (One Big Beautiful Bill Act). Their efforts focus on reinforcing key service areas that directly support the well‑being of our communities, including SNAP and Medicaid programs, child protection services, and long‑term care Services. By working collaboratively, they aim to ensure that these critical resources remain accessible, adequately funded, and responsive to the needs of individuals and families throughout our region.
Stacy Hennen, Executive Director, Paul Gerde, Pope County Commissioner,
Paul Gremmels, Pope County Commissioner and Senator Torrey Westrom
Back Row: Bill LaValley, Grant County Commissioner, Senator Jordan Rasmusson, and Troy Joshson, Grant County Commissioner
Crystal Zaviska , Financail Assistance Manager and Stacy Hennen, Executive Director
Important News
Important Articles
Medicaid Matters read more
2025 Local Budget read more
Tax Information read more
Quick Links
Minnesota Department of Human Services
Minnesota Department of Human Services
Frequently Asked Question
State Guidelines for Supervising Children read more
Food Resource
If you are in need of extra food click here to find food shelves in your area.
Western Prairie Human Services is pleased to announce that Traverse County Social Service has joined Western Prairie Human Services beginning January 1, 2026.
Glenwood
Pope County
211 Minnesota Ave East
Glenwood, MN 56334
1-800-291-2827
Office: 320-634-7755
Fax 320-634-0164
Wheaton
Traverse County
202 8th Street N
Wheaton MN,56296
1-800-291-2827
Office: 320-422-7777
Fax: 320-563-4230
TDD: 320-422-7800
Elbow Lake
Grant County
15 Central Avenue North
Elbow Lake, MN 56531
1-800-291-2827
Office: 218-685-8200
Fax: 218-685-4978
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Starbuck Police Department: 320-239-2311
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Traverse County Sheriff’s Office: 320-422-7800
To Report Child Abuse or Neglect
If the child is in immediate danger, call 911 or your local police department.
If you want to make an immediate oral report of physical or sexual abuse, neglect or exploitation of a
child on Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, call the below numbers and ask for the intake worker. You can also
complete the Child Protection Form and submit via email, which is the preferred method. Email submission is encrypted.
You may also send an email to intake@wphsmn.gov
If making a report by email, please include your contact information so you can be reached for clarifying questions or to obtain needed information that may not be included in the email. After 4:00 PM on weekdays and on weekends, please call the following to make a report:
LE = Law Enforcement
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Grant County Sheriff’s Office:218-685-8280
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Pope County Sheriff’s Office: 320-634-5411
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Glenwood Police Department: 320-634-4518
To Make a Report of Adult Abuse or Neglect, call 1-844-880-1574.
If the Adult who is Vulnerable is in immediate danger, call 911 or your local police department.
Mandated reporters please complete the Online Mandated Reporter Form
All other reporters please contact the Minnesota Adult Abuse Reporting Center (MAARC) at 1-844-880-1574.
GLENWOOD OFFICE:
211 East Minnesota Ave., Suite 200
Glenwood, MN 56334
(320) 634-7755
1-800-291-2827
ELBOW LAKE OFFICE:
15 Central Ave N
Elbow Lake, MN 56531
(218) 685-8200
1-800-291-2827
WHEATON OFFICE:
202 8th Street N
Wheaton, MN 56296
(320)422-7777
1-800-291-2827
“It is our mission to be a person centered agency that partners with and empowers individuals and families, and promotes safe, healthy communities.”
Services and Responsibilities
Human Services works in partnership with public and private agencies to help individuals and families be safe and successful. Western Prairie Human Services provides a wide array of services to eligible citizens.
Individuals and families who need assistance
in any of the following areas are encouraged
to contact the department:
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Child Support
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Disability Services
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Financial Assistance
- Cash Assistance
- Child Care Assistance
- Food Support
- Health Support -
Housing Resources
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Licensing
- Family Child Care
- Child Foster Care
- Adult Foster Care -
Mental Health / Substance Abuse
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Protective Services
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Senior Coordinator and
Caregiver Consultant