California CDSS — County Benefits & Family Referrals

Department of Social Services

California County Emergency Response Child Abuse Reporting Telephone Numbers

Each county's GA/GR program is established and funded (100 percent) by its own Board of Supervisors. As the state is not involved in this program, benefits, payment levels, and eligibility requirements will vary among each of California's 58 counties.

The Division is responsible for program development and oversight of statewide housing programs funded by the CDSS.

These services are available in all 58 California counties.

The California Department of Social Services funds qualified community-based organizations to provide free legal services and community education to immigrants who live or have previously resided in California.

Report Suspected Child Abuse or Neglect

Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Training

If you are reporting suspected child abuse or neglect regarding children in another county please contact that county's child protective services agency.

If the situation is an emergency, please call 911.

Along with a general training for all mandated reporters, the website now includes updated training for childcare providers, medical professionals, law enforcement, mental health professionals, social workers, clergy, and volunteers.

Alameda County (510)-259-1800

Alpine County (530)-694-2235

Amador County (209)-223-6550 – Mon thru Thurs 8:00-5:00 (209)-223-1075 – After hours

Butte County (530)-538-7882 (800)-400-0902 – 24 hours

Calaveras County (209)-754-6452 (209)-754-6500 – After hours

Colusa County (530)-458-0280

Contra Costa County (877)-881-1116

Del Norte County (707)-464-3191

El Dorado County (530)-642-7100 – Placerville (530)-573-3201 – South Lake Tahoe

Fresno County (559)-255-8320

Glenn County (530)-934-6520 (530)-934-6519 (530)-934-1429 – Intake

Humboldt County (707)-445-6180

Imperial County (760)-337-7750

Inyo County (760)-872-1727

Kern County (661)-631-6011 (760)-375-6049

Kings County (559)-582-3241 – 8:00-5:00 (559)-582-8776 – After hours (866)-582-8776

Lake County (707)-262-0235 (800)-386-4090

Lassen County (530)-251-8277 (530)-257-6121 (530) 260-8131 – After hours

Los Angeles County (800)-540-4000 – Within CA (213)-639-4500 – Outside CA (800)-272-6699 – TDD Online Reporting: https://reportChildAbuseLA.org

Madera County (559)-675-7829 (800)-801-3999

Marin County (415)-473-7153

Mariposa County (209)-742-0900 – Daytime (209)-966-7000 – After hours

Mendocino County (707)-463-7992 – Ukiah (707)-962-1100 – Fort Bragg 1-866-236-0368 – Toll Free

Merced County (209)-385-3104

Modoc County (530)-233-6602 (866)-233-4424

Mono County (760)-924-1770 (760)-932-7549 – Sheriff Office (800)-340-5411 – Hot Line

Monterey County (831)-755-4661 (800)-606-6618

Napa County (707)-253-4262 (707)-253-4261 (800)-464-4216

Nevada County (530)-273-4291 – 24 hour

Orange County (714)-940-1000 (800)-207-4464

Placer County (916)-872-6549 (866)-293-1940

Plumas County (530)-283-6300 – Sheriff Office (530)-283-6350 (800)-242-3338 – Toll free

Riverside County (800)-442-4918 (877)-922-4453

Sacramento County (916)-875-5437

San Benito County (831)-636-4190 (831)-636-4330 – After hours Police

San Bernardino County (909)-384-9233 (800)-827-8724

San Diego County (858)-560-2191 (800)-344-6000

San Francisco County (415)-558-2650 (800)-856-5553

San Joaquin County (209)-468-1333

San Luis Obispo County (805)-781-5437 (800)-834-5437

San Mateo County (650)-595-7922 (650)-802-7922 (800)-632-4615

Santa Barbara County (800)-367-0166

Santa Clara County (833)-SCC-KIDS or (833)-722-5437 - Toll Free - 24hrs

Santa Cruz County (831)-454-2273 (877)-505-3299

Shasta County (530)-225-5144

Sierra County (530)-289-3720 (530)-993-6720

Siskiyou County (530)-841-4200 (530)-842-7009 – 24 hour hot line

Solano County (800)-544-8696

Sonoma County (707)-565-4304 (800) 870-7064

Stanislaus County (209)-558-3665 (800)-558-3665

Sutter County (530)-822-7227

Tehama County (530)-527-1911 (800)-323-7711

Trinity County (530)-623-1314

Tulare County (800)-331-1585

Tuolumne County (209)-533-5717 (209)-533-4357 – After hours

Ventura County (805)-654-3200

Yolo County (530)-669-2345 (530)-669-2346 (888)-400-0022 – After hours

Yuba County (530)-749-6288

California Suspected Child Abuse Report Form 8572

California Suspected Child Abuse Report Form 8572

General Assistance or General Relief

For further information or to apply for the GA/GR Program, contact your county social services agency.

The General Assistance or General Relief (GA/GR) Program is designed to provide relief and support to indigent adults who are not supported by their own means, other public funds, or assistance programs.

Each county's GA/GR program is established and funded (100 percent) by its own Board of Supervisors. As the state is not involved in this program, benefits, payment levels, and eligibility requirements will vary among each of California's 58 counties.

Our programs are administered/operated at the local level. To learn more about accessing housing and homeless services in your community, please contact the local Homeless Continuum of Care or County Welfare Department.

CalWORKs Housing Support Program

CalWORKs Homeless Assistance

Our programs are administered/operated at the local level. To learn more about accessing housing and homeless services in your community, please contact the local Homeless Continuum of Care or County Welfare Department.

HSP assists families in the CalWORKs program that are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of homelessness, including families receiving CalWORKs who have not yet received an eviction notice, and for whom housing instability would be a barrier to self-sufficiency or child well-being.

As of Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-25, fifty-six (56) counties operate HSP and each program is tailored to meet the needs of the local community.

The Housing Support Program is administered through CalWORKs at the county level. Contact your local county welfare office or the County Point of Contact to learn more.

HA assists CalWORKs recipients or CalWORKs eligible applicants, who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness.

The Homeless Assistance program is administered through CalWORKs at the county level. Contact your local county welfare office to apply/learn more. You will need to complete the CW-42 (9/23) – Statement of Facts-Homeless Assistance to apply for this program.

The Home Safe Program supports the safety and housing stability of individuals involved in Adult Protective Services (APS) who are experiencing, or at imminent risk of experiencing, homelessness due to elder or dependent adult abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or financial exploitation

The Housing and Disability Advocacy Program (HDAP) assists homeless and disabled individuals apply for disability benefit programs, while also providing housing support.

(916) 651-5155

housing@dss.ca.gov

local Homeless Continuum of Care

Resource and Referral programs provide information to all parents and the community about the availability of child care in their area.

MyChildCarePlan.org is a search and support website that offers a customizable child care search tool and live support from local child care counselors to help families make the best child care choices for their children.

If you select a licensed child care provider, we encourage you to visit the Child Care Licensing Facility Search Webpage.

You have a right to appeal any changes that your agency makes to your child care subsidy.

The State of California may be able to help pay for your child care if you meet certain income and eligibility criteria. In California, there are two types of subsidized child care: voucher-based and center-based or direct service programs.

If you select a license-exempt provider, they may be required to complete a background check in order to be reimbursed for their care through a voucher-based program.

Unlike Stages One and Two, Stage Three is not an entitlement program and families are only able to benefit from the program if funding is available.

The Bridge Program is only available in participating counties.

1-844-538-8766

CCDDappeals@dss.ca.gov

The California Department of Social Services funds qualified community-based organizations to provide free legal services and community education to immigrants who live or have previously resided in California.

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Legal Services

Legal services include access to information and application assistance for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), Naturalization, Affirmative Immigration Remedies (AIR), Removal Defense (RD), and services for Immigrant Youth (IY).

However, this is general advice and you should consult an immigration lawyer for questions specific to your situation.

(916) 651-8017

ImmigrationServices@dss.ca.gov

The California Department of Social Services funds qualified community-based organizations to provide free legal services and community education to immigrants who live or have previously resided in California.

The Housing and Homeless Team through the Housing and Homeless Connection Center, provides services to individuals experiencing homelessness throughout County, including the unincorporated areas surrounding Oroville, Gridley and Biggs. The ability to provide housing and social services will bolster both mental and physical health of community members experiencing homelessness. Through partnerships with community organizations, the Housing and Homeless Team shares information on other supportive services that are available for individuals seeking services through the Connection Center.

The Employment and Human Services Department is committed to supporting individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness or in need of rental or housing assistance. The following is a list of resources and how you may access them:

The CalWORKs Homeless Assistance program serves CalWORKs recipients who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. CalWORKs recipients, or applicants who appear to be eligible to CalWORKs, who meet the criteria for being homeless, are eligible for Temporary Homeless Assistance to stay in temporary shelter (e.g., a motel) for up to 16 days. Following the 16-days, the temporary shelter benefit is considered exhausted.

Are you an El Dorado County resident currently experiencing or at risk of experiencing homelessness? Call The Front Door at (530) 600-2822 for assessment and referrals to eligible Homeless programs.

Discover resources and assistance programs for individuals experiencing homelessness, including housing, health services, and support networks.

These programs and services are not provided by the Lake County Department of Social Services. This information is subject to change.

If you are currently homeless or unsheltered and are in desperate need of an emergency shelter, please call the numbers listed.

Everyone deserves a safe and stable place to call home. Our commitment to addressing housing insecurity and homelessness is at the forefront of our efforts. In this dedicated space, we aim to provide a comprehensive resource hub for individuals and families seeking assistance, support, and information related to housing challenges.

The California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) Program helps families who are eligible for CalWORKs meet the costs of securing or maintaining permanent housing or to provide emergency temporary shelter when a family is experiencing homelessness. The program can provide payments for temporary shelter for up to 16 days, as well as payments including security deposit and last month's rent to secure permanent housing, or up to two months of rent arrearages to maintain permanent housing once every 12 months with exceptions.

The Coalition of Homeless Service Providers have information on homeless resources and information about homeless issues in Monterey County.

Napa County offers a variety of services for people who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless. Services are coordinated by Napa County and partnering agencies through the Napa City and County Continuum of Care.

On January 23rd 2018, Nevada County - in partnership with the Homeless Resource Council of the Sierras and Placer County - officially launched their Coordinated Entry system for people experiencing homelessness. This new system will create a centralized list of people who need housing assistance that allows participating housing providers to identify the most vulnerable individuals and families that would be eligible for housing services as resources become available.

The Housing and Workforce Solutions Department (HWS) administers the Continuum of Care (CoC), which strategically uses resources to address homelessness.

People in need of sheltering or other services can get up-to-date information from 211 Sacramento.

Please contact United Way 211 by calling “211”. The 2-1-1 Coordinated Entry System (CES) is available in San Bernardino County, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. By dialing the 3-digit calling code, 2-1-1, the caller is connected to a live, bilingual homeless assistance call specialist who will help assess the caller’s situation and streamline access to homeless assistance services, screen applicants for eligibility for these and other programs in a consistent and well-coordinated way, and assess needs to determine which interventions are the best fit for each individual and/or family.

If you or someone you know are currently without housing or at risk of becoming homeless, please see the Get Help page.

If you are experiencing homelessness or a housing crisis, please contact one of the Core Service Agencies, which provide clients with crisis intervention and referrals based on an evaluation of their needs and qualifications for assistance, and can provide referrals for homeless shelters and other homeless services. A list of the Core Service Agencies is available at https://www.smcgov.org/hsa/core-service-agencies-emergency-safety-net-assistance

Resource Connect Solano streamlines access to life-changing housing and supportive resources for people in Solano County who are experiencing or at-risk of homelessness.

"Coordinated Entry is an intake process that allows for us to identify and connect our homeless clients to the best local services that will assist them in breaking through their barriers to permanent housing." Sutter County's Coordinated Entry is located at Hands of Hope. For more information you can visit Coordinated Entry | SYHC 2020

Tulare County HHSA collaborates with partners and offers a variety of programs and resources for homeless or unhoused individuals and families. Services provided include aging services, child welfare, employment assistance, housing, SSI advocacy, medical services, and veteran support. We are committed to serving the unhoused population and increasing accessibility to resources to help residents thrive.

For information on housing services offered call Health and Human Services at 1-877-652-0739.

The Housing Support Program is administered through CalWORKs by the Colusa County Department of Health & Human Services.

The Mariposa Heritage House offers access to basic needs such as food, laundry, showers, internet access, and socialization. Services are free, and our program specialists can work with you to achieve your goals in an environment of inclusion and acceptance.

o PATH – Nonprofit homeless assistance

If you are looking for housing or services, please call 2-1-1. Housing Resource Centers provide housing problem solving services and other coordinated entry services to people who are experiencing homelessness in Alameda County.

If you are currently experiencing homelessness in Humboldt County, you may access the Coordinated Entry System by dialing 2-1-1 and/or by visiting 211humboldt.org.

If you are a resident of LA County, we are here to get you connected to the support and services you need, as quickly as possible.

People experiencing homelessness in San Francisco are eligible for CE. People who are not experiencing homelessness will be redirected to other services, and people who are not living in San Francisco will be redirected to services in the community where they live.

Prioritize: The number of people experiencing homelessness seeking permanent housing through CE exceeds the amount of available housing. People are prioritized for permanent housing through the HRS based on their Housing Primary Assessment score.

Through the Coordinated Entry process, Connectors help people experiencing homelessness connect to services and find solutions to their housing needs.

The Sonoma County Coordinated Entry System is operated by HomeFirst. Coordinated Entry is a streamlined system designed to efficiently match people experiencing homelessness to available supportive housing programs. It prioritizes those who are most in need of assistance and provides crucial information that helps communities strategically allocate resources and identify gaps in service. Sonoma County’s Coordinated Entry system employs a Housing First model that prioritizes individuals and families facing the highest vulnerability and needs for permanent, supportive housing. Coordinated Entry is not an emergency response system. Those who are experiencing a housing crisis, should contact a local emergency shelter program. Those interested in enrolling in Coordinated Entry should contact one of the Access Sites on the flyer posted below.

Emergency Shelters in Sonoma County have unique intake processes, serve specific populations, and have different criteria for entry. Download a copy to view the most recent information on Sonoma County Emergency Shelter intakes.

The Continuum of Care’s Ending Homelessness Division is not a direct service provider. This informational page provides links to lists of Service Providers, Homelessness Prevention, access to United Way of the Wine County’s resources database, and information for the Coordinated Entry System in Sonoma County.

The El Dorado County Navigation Center is a 60-bed referral-only shelter. Please contact The Front Door at (530) 600-2822 to determine eligibility.

Hours of Operations: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.