Social Services Update

General Assistance Program Updated to Reflect Community Needs

Each year, the program helps an average of 650 community members meet basic needs while they pursue employment or long-term disability benefits. This is the first major update in 25 years.

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CalFresh Market Match

The Market Match Program will give you $1 of Market Money for each EBT $1 that you spend.

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Local Governments May Get $4.8 Million in State Aid to Combat Homelessness

Local governments may soon receive one-time funding from the state to provide direct assistance to homeless individuals and those at risk of becoming homeless.

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Scam Alert: Criminals Try to Steal Social Services Benefits from Recipients

Scam Alert: Criminals Try to Steal Social Services Benefits from Recipients

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CalFresh: Providing help when and where it’s needed most

CalFresh is a program available to everyone during financially tough times, but too many don’t even know they qualify.

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Building Connections: What It's Really Like to Be a Resource Parent

When Glenn and Andrea became Resource Parents, they didn't intend to eventually adopt children—they were just trying to help a family in crisis. Here, they answer a question many ask: What is it...

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