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Find county CalWORKs family cash-aid information. Other cash programmes have separate eligibility rules.

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County government · Alameda

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Alameda County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Alameda County · Alameda — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKs, California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids, is a public assistance program that provides temporary assistance to families with children and expectant mothers.

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County government · Alpine

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Alpine County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Alpine County · Alpine County — Medi-Cal application and health coverage (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

BenefitsCal is an online application system that allows you to apply for benefits that include CalFresh, Medi-Cal, CalWORKs.

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County government · Amador

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

Saved evidence: 5b4b1eb0d38d3e19 · Agent source review

Amador County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Amador County · Amador — calfresh programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKs: Benefit payment program to help needy families.

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County government · Butte

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Butte County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Butte County · Butte — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKs (California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids) provides temporary financial assistance and employment-related services to needy families with minor children. The program is designed to provide families with the means to meet their basic needs in difficult times, while helping them to enter or reenter the workforce and become self-sufficient. A variety of supportive services are available, such as child care, transportation, and others necessary for a successful transition from welfare to work. Special services are also available for pregnant and parenting teens.

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County government · Calaveras

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

Saved evidence: 5b4b1eb0d38d3e19 · Agent source review

Calaveras County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Calaveras County · Calaveras — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKs is a Human Services program that gives cash aid and services to eligible California families. The program serves all 58 counties in the state and is operated locally by county welfare departments.

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County government · Colusa

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

Saved evidence: 5b4b1eb0d38d3e19 · Agent source review

Colusa County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Colusa County · Colusa — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

The California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) program provides Diversion Services, Employment Services, and Health Insurance to eligible families with children under age 19. It is California’s version of the federal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program.

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County government · Contra Costa

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Contra Costa County — CalWORKs cash aid information (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

County programme information entry. Detailed local requirements are only shown below when separately verified.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Contra Costa County · Contra Costa — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs)

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County government · Del Norte

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

Saved evidence: 5b4b1eb0d38d3e19 · Agent source review

Del Norte County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Del Norte County · Del Norte — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) provides temporary financial assistance and employment related services to needy families with minor children who are deprived of parental support or care due to absence, disability, unemployment/underemployment, or death of a parent.

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County government · El Dorado

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

Saved evidence: 5b4b1eb0d38d3e19 · Agent source review

El Dorado County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

El Dorado County · CalFresh / CalWORKs programme entry (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

The California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) program gives time-limited cash assistance to families with children, including non-citizens. CalWORKs applicants may also be able to get Medi-Cal and CalFresh (Food Stamp) benefits. Cash benefits are based on the number of people in the family, with most sources of income considered. CalWORKs is the state implementation of the Federal Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program.

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County government · Fresno

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Fresno County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Fresno County · Fresno — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

The California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) program is California's implementation of the Federal Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program (TANF). It provides time-limited cash assistance to families with children.

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County government · Glenn

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

Saved evidence: 5b4b1eb0d38d3e19 · Agent source review

Glenn County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Glenn County · Glenn — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKs is here to help you become employed… We have a variety of resources to help families become self-sufficient:

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County government · Humboldt

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

Saved evidence: 5b4b1eb0d38d3e19 · Agent source review

Humboldt County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Humboldt County · Humboldt — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) is California’s Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Program. CalWORKs provides temporary financial assistance and employment focused services to families with minor children who have income and property below state maximum limits for their family size. There are two major components to CalWORKs:

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County government · Imperial

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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County government · Inyo

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

Saved evidence: 5b4b1eb0d38d3e19 · Agent source review

Inyo County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Inyo County · Inyo County — Medi-Cal application and health coverage (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKs is designed to transition people from welfare to work. It provides temporary cash assistance to eligible families with minor children, to move families with children from dependency to self-sufficiency through employment.

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County government · Kern

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

Saved evidence: 5b4b1eb0d38d3e19 · Agent source review

Kern County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Kern County · Kern — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKs provides temporary financial support, as well as job training, education to pregnant women, eligible families and eligible non-citizens that have child(ren) in the home. Services could include:

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County government · Kings

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

Saved evidence: 5b4b1eb0d38d3e19 · Agent source review

Kings County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Kings County · Kings — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

The California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) program is California's version of the Federal Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program (TANF). This program provides time-limited cash assistance to families with children. The level of assistance is based upon a variety of factors, including family size and income level. Cash benefits are issued electronically on an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card. For more information on EBT go to: http://www.cdss.ca.gov/cdssweb/entres/forms/English/PUB388.pdf

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County government · Lake

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

Saved evidence: 5b4b1eb0d38d3e19 · Agent source review

Lake County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Lake County · Lake — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

The California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) program is a public assistance program that provides temporary assistance for needy families with (or expecting) children.

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County government · Lassen

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

Saved evidence: 5b4b1eb0d38d3e19 · Agent source review

Lassen County — CalWORKs cash aid information (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

County programme information entry. Detailed local requirements are only shown below when separately verified.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Lassen County · Lassen County — Medi-Cal application and health coverage (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

To register for Food Stamps, Cash Assistance or Medical online, please go to the BenefitsCal Website.

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County government · Los Angeles

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

Saved evidence: 5b4b1eb0d38d3e19 · Agent source review

Los Angeles County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Los Angeles County · Los Angeles — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids, also known as CalWORKs, provides temporary financial assistance and employment-focused services to families with minor children whose income and property are below State maximum limits for their family size. In California, cash aid is restricted to a five-year lifetime limit for most aided adults, which includes aid received in other States; however, aid continues for the eligible children. CalWORKs customers who become employed and whose income from earnings exceeds the amount allowed to continue receiving cash assistance may continue to receive ongoing CalFresh benefits, Medi-Cal coverage, and child care and transportation services.

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County government · Madera

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Madera County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Madera County · Madera — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKs benefits are distributed via the Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card, also known as the Golden State Advantage card. The EBT card is used like any other debit card with a four-digit PIN, and it offers you privacy when making purchases.

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County government · Marin

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

Saved evidence: 5b4b1eb0d38d3e19 · Agent source review

Marin County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Marin County · Marin — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

The California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) program is a public assistance program that provides temporary assistance for needy families with (or expecting) children.

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County government · Mariposa

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Mariposa County — CalWORKs cash aid information (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

County programme information entry. Detailed local requirements are only shown below when separately verified.

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Mariposa County · Mariposa — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

Can I have a job and still get Public Assistance? Yes. In fact, CalWORKs recipients benefit from working as aid calculations use a variety of deductions to determine final benefits. Somebody that is working may have a portion of their income disregarded in the eligibility determination. Human Services - Employment & Community Services - Cal Works/Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)

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County government · Mendocino

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Mendocino County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

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Mendocino County · Mendocino — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

Did you know that you can apply for CalWORKs, CalFresh Medi-Cal and CMSP benefits online, in person, by telephone or via mail or fax. Please see the above methods to apply. For CalFresh, if you don't have all the information to complete the application just complete what you can. You may leave an incomplete application with just your name, address and signature. An Eligibility Specialist can assist you with finishing the application. For CalFresh it can take up to 30 days to process your application. You may be able to get benefits within 3 calendar days if you meet certain criteria. For CalWORKs it can take up to 45 days to process your application. You may be able to get benefits within 24 hours if you meet certain criteria. For Medi-Cal and CMSP it can take up to 45 days to process your application. Let us know if you need extra help because of a disability or medical condition. We will work with you to find a way to help.

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County government · Merced

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Merced County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

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Merced County · Merced — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) is a program that provides cash aid and services to eligible California families in need. The amount of the family's monthly assistance payment will depend on a number of factors, including the number of people who are eligible and the special needs of any of those household members. The income of the family is considered in calculating the amount of cash aid the family will receive.

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County government · Modoc

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Modoc County — CalWORKs cash aid information (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

County programme information entry. Detailed local requirements are only shown below when separately verified.

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Modoc County · Modoc — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

Get details about CalWorks or apply now.

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County government · Mono

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Mono County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

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Mono County · Mono — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKs is a program that gives temporary cash aid to help families meet basic needs while they work toward becoming self-sufficient. If you are able to work, you will usually need to take part in job-related activities. The program can also help with things like education, job training, and other services to support your family's long-term stability.

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County government · Monterey

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Monterey County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

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Monterey County · Monterey — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

The CalWORKs program is designed to assist families toward a path of work and self-sufficiency. The purpose of the cash assistance program is to provide temporary financial assistance to economically disadvantaged families with dependent children. Benefits are based on household size, family income, and resources.

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County government · Napa

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Napa County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

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Napa County · Napa — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

The California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) program is a public assistance program that provides temporary assistance for needy families with (or expecting) children.

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County government · Nevada

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Nevada County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

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Nevada County · Nevada — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKS is a temporary financial assistance program for low or no income families with children.

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County government · Orange

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Orange County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

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Orange County · Orange — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

The California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) program provides cash benefits for the care of children in need when one or both parents are absent, disabled, deceased or unemployed. CalWORKs benefits may be extended to qualifying non-citizens who have a child or children in the home. Non-citizens can include refugees, parolees, victims of trafficking or battered non-citizens. If you are eligible for CalWORKs, you automatically qualify for Medi-Cal and you might qualify for CalFresh (formerly known as Food Stamps) as well.

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County government · Placer

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Placer County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

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Placer County · Placer — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

If you are an adult with dependent children, you may be eligible for California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids, or CalWORKs. CalWORKs provides monetary assistance for families in need. CalWORKs may refer you to employment services that may provide:

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County government · Plumas

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Plumas County — CalWORKs cash aid information (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

County programme information entry. Detailed local requirements are only shown below when separately verified.

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Plumas County · Plumas County — Medi-Cal application and health coverage (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

BenefitsCal is a one-stop-shop to apply for... CalFresh CalWORKS

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County government · Riverside

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Riverside County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

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Riverside County · Riverside — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKs is designed to give families with children a way to meet their basic living needs. We want to help families in times of hardship enter or re-enter the workforce and become self-sufficient. Important note: Non-citizen individuals with children may also be eligible to receive CalWORKs, if otherwise eligible.

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County government · Sacramento

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Sacramento County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Sacramento County · Sacramento — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKs is a welfare program that gives cash aid and services to eligible California families in need.

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County government · San Benito

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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San Benito County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

San Benito County · San Benito — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

The goal of CalWORKs is to provide cash assistance and services to eligible needy San Benito County families, ultimately leading to sustainable self-reliance.

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County government · San Bernardino

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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San Bernardino County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

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San Bernardino County · Food and cash benefits — 06071-calworks (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKs is a public assistance program that provides cash aid and services to eligible families that have a child(ren) in the home. The program serves all 58 counties in the state and is operated locally by county welfare departments. If a family has little or no cash and needs housing, food, utilities, clothing or medical care, they may be eligible to receive immediate short-term help. Families that apply and qualify for ongoing assistance receive money each month to help pay for housing, food and other necessary expenses.

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County government · San Diego

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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San Diego County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

San Diego County · San Diego — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKs provides temporary cash assistance to eligible families with minor children, to move families with children from dependency to self-sufficiency through employment. Call 1-866-262-9881 for more information.

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County government · San Francisco

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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San Francisco County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

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San Francisco County · San Francisco — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKs provides temporary financial assistance and services to low-income families with (or expecting) children.

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County government · San Joaquin

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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San Joaquin County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

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San Joaquin County · San Joaquin — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

The California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) program is the California version of the Federal Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program (TANF). CalWORKs is a public assistance program that provides cash aid to needy families with children. The program serves all 58 counties in the state and is operated locally by county welfare departments. If a family has little or no cash and needs housing, food, utilities, clothing, or medical care, they may be eligible to receive immediate short-term help. Families that apply and qualify for ongoing assistance receive money each month to help pay for housing, food and other necessary expenses. The amount of a family’s monthly assistance payment is determined by the number of people who are eligible and the special needs of any of those family members. The income of the family is considered in calculating the amount of cash aid the family receives. There are other programs and benefits, such as Homeless Assistance, for which a family may qualify by being on CalWORKs. CalWORKs recipients are automatically eligible for Medi-Cal and may qualify for CalFresh benefits. Adults in the program are required to participate in a work activity unless determined exempt. Please see the "What if I do not qualify for CalWORKs" section below for information on additional Cash Aid Programs such as Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA), Trafficking and Crime Victims Assistance Program (TCVAP) and Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants (CAPI).

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County government · San Luis Obispo

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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San Luis Obispo County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

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San Luis Obispo County · San Luis Obispo — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKs is California's cash aid (welfare) program for needy families. The program helps eligible families become self-supporting through temporary cash aid and employment services. The program is time-limited and for families that are under certain income and property guidelines and have a qualifying child. These families are automatically eligible to receive Medi-Cal benefits and usually eligible to CalFresh benefits. Unless they meet an exemption, an adult receiving cash aid through the CalWORKs program is required to participate in the Welfare-to-Work Program. Welfare-to-Work provides supportive services, while the adult participates in employment, training or other approved activities, which may include, but are not limited to, counseling, job preparedness, job development, training, childcare, transportation, work clothes and tools. Services are family focused and specific to the needs of each family.

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County government · San Mateo

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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San Mateo County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

San Mateo County · San Mateo — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids, also known as CalWORKs, provides temporary cash assistance to low-income families with children along with services to help parents find and keep a job. CalWORKs can also help children who are not receiving financial support and care from their parents. HSA staff can also assist with health insurance and food assistance.

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County government · Santa Barbara

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Santa Barbara County — CalWORKs cash aid information (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

County programme information entry. Detailed local requirements are only shown below when separately verified.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Santa Barbara County · Santa Barbara — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKs CalWORKs CalWORKs Policy Documents & Desk Guides

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County government · Santa Clara

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Santa Clara County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Santa Clara County · Santa Clara — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) helps families with children and pregnant individuals to meet basic needs.

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County government · Santa Cruz

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Santa Cruz County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

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Santa Cruz County · Santa Cruz — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

The California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) program offers temporary cash aid assistance, nutrition benefits, employment services and health insurance to eligible families who have children under age 18 or who are graduating before they turn 19. This is California's version of the Federal Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program.

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County government · Shasta

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Shasta County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

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Shasta County · Shasta — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKs (California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids) provides temporary cash aid and employment services to needy families with children. The program offers supportive services, including childcare, transportation and other services necessary for a successful transition from welfare to work.

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County government · Sierra

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Sierra County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

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Sierra County · Sierra County — Medi-Cal application and health coverage (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWorks is a time-limited cash assistance program for children and their parent(s) or qualifying relative with whom they live. Those receiving assistance through this program automatically qualify for Medi-Cal and may qualify for CalFresh, formerly known as Food Stamps. Employable adults are required to work or look for work.

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County government · Siskiyou

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Siskiyou County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

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Siskiyou County · Siskiyou — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKs (California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids) is a time-limited Federal/State program which provides temporary cash aid and employment services to needy families with children. The CalWORKs Welfare-to-Work Program assists individuals with the transition from dependence to self-sufficiency. Siskiyou County is committed to this goal by providing intensive case management and fostering the recipient’s efforts to seek, secure and retain employment in order to reach future employment goals. The program offers supportive services, including child care, transportation and other services necessary for a successful transition from Welfare-to-Work. Services are provided to individuals who are determined to be “work ready” and are provided at no-cost to the individual.

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County government · Solano

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Solano County — CalWORKs cash aid information (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

County programme information entry. Detailed local requirements are only shown below when separately verified.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Solano County · Solano — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

Cash aid is available for eligible individuals and families who are unable to financially support themselves. Cash Aid Programs Here are the cash aid programs. California Work Opportunity & Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) Program

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County government · Sonoma

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Sonoma County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Sonoma County · Food and cash benefits — 06097-calworks (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

SonomaWORKS provides temporary help in the form of cash assistance for families with minor children who have little or no money.

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County government · Stanislaus

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Stanislaus County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Stanislaus County · Stanislaus — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKs - The California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) program is the California version of the Federal Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program (TANF). CalWORKs provides time limited cash benefits to families with children when one or both parents is absent, disabled, deceased or unemployed.

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County government · Sutter

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Sutter County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Sutter County · Sutter — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

The California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) program is a public assistance program that provides temporary financial assistance and services to meet basic needs such as housing, utilities, food, and clothing to eligible families that have children in the home.

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County government · Tehama

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

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Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Tehama County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Tehama County · Tehama County — Medi-Cal application and health coverage (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalFresh, Health Coverage, CalWORKs, RCA, and/or TCVAP:BenefitsCal.com

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County government · Trinity

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Trinity County — CalWORKs cash aid information (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

County programme information entry. Detailed local requirements are only shown below when separately verified.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Trinity County · Food and cash benefits — 06105-calworks (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

Family Assistance CalWORKs (TANF) Learn More

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County government · Tulare

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Tulare County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Tulare County · Food and cash benefits — 06107-calworks (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

Are you struggling to provide the basic necessities for your family? The CalWORKs (California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids) program provides temporary cash assistance to families with children to help pay for necessities like clothing, housing, and food.

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County government · Tuolumne

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Tuolumne County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Tuolumne County · Tuolumne — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

The goal of CalWORKs is to provide cash assistance and services to eligible needy Tuolumne County families, ultimately leading to sustainable self-reliance.

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County government · Ventura

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Ventura County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Ventura County · Ventura — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKs (California Work Opportunity & Responsibility to Kids) can provide cash assistance to low-income pregnant individuals and families with children. Eligibility considerations include age, income, resources, and citizenship.

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County government · Yolo

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Yolo County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Yolo County · Yolo — calworks programme (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

CalWORKs is a public assistance program that provides cash aid and services to eligible families that have a child(ren) in the home. The program serves all 58 counties in the state and is operated locally in Yolo County by the Health and Human Services Agency.

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County government · Yuba

Social Services

Social services

CalWORKs application instructions (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Read CDSS’s CalWORKs application instructions. Apply using BenefitsCal or contact the welfare office in the county where you live.

Service availability

There are welfare offices located in each of the 58 California counties. Families may apply for CalWORKs at any office located in the county where they live.

Official information checked October 14, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 14, 2026

California Department of Social Services · CalWORKs — eligibility, county administration and online application (opens in a new tab)

CalWORKs application instructions — statewide instructions linked to the separately cited county office

Apply online: BenefitsCal.com or contact Social Services within your local county.

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Yuba County — CalWORKs cash aid (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Local CalWORKs programme information from the county benefits agency.

Source checked October 15, 2026

Yuba County · Yuba County — Medi-Cal application and health coverage (opens in a new tab)

County calworks programme introduction / application information

California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) provides cash assistance and supportive services to eligible families with children and pregnant individuals to meet basic needs. CalWORKs provides:

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