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Cremation or Burial Assistance Program - Wright County Human Services

3650 Braddock Avenue NE, Suite 2100, Buffalo, MN 55313

Eligibility

Wright County residents without funds or assets to pay for a cremation or burial

Required documents

Application/registration form bank statements photo ID

Hours

8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday

Interpretation services

Interpreters available

Application process

Call; visit website to print off an application; walk-in

Service area

Wright County, MN

Other Information

Program Fees

No Fee

Application Process

Walk In

Description

Cremation/Burial Assistance is available for Wright County residents who die without assets and do not have family members who are able to pay for cremation/burial expenses. This program does not help subsidize a planned funeral or defray costs from a funeral. If the application is approved, the county will pay for a basic cremation service or burial service if the deceased was opposed to a cremation. The funeral home chosen can answer questions on their procedures for county paid cremations/burials.

Last Assured

10/14/2024

Providing organization

Wright County Human Services

Provides a wide range of programs, services, and initiatives to assist residents in the areas of medical coverage, financial assistance, food programs, employment support, care coordination, case management, MnCHOICES assessments, social service programs, and services to residents who need of protection in Wright County.

Cremation or Burial Assistance Program - Wright County Human Services