Financial Resources – Expense, Income & Employment Assistance
Whether employed, unemployed, or on disability, many in our community have difficulty making ends meet. Fortunately, there are many local free and low-cost local programs available to help you have a stable financial future.
Call 2-1-1 for immediate assistance or click on the financial resources below to find employment programs, credit counseling, public benefits, and aid for a variety of living expenses. All of the information provided is confidential, free of charge, and available 24/7 in multiple languages.
Employment Assistance
The following resources provide access to training programs, skill development, employment preparation, job placement, and more:
- Job Assistance Centers
- Employment Preparation
- Job Finding Assistance
- Youth Employment Programs
- Veteran Employment Programs
Money Management
These organizations offer credit education, financial management resources, and collaboration with creditors to reduce interest rates, late fees, and back interest:
Public Assistance & Benefits
From general financial aid to healthcare and food benefits, the following programs offer financial relief for unemployed, disabled, and low-income individuals and families.
- CalWORKS Temporary Assistance for Families with Children
- General Relief
- Social Security Disability Insurance
- Social Security Retirement Benefits
- State Disability Insurance
- State Unemployment Insurance
- Cal-Fresh (Food Stamps)
- Medi-Cal
- Medicare
- Veteran Benefits Assistance
Utility Assistance
These programs make utility costs more affordable and help prevent and restore the loss of overdue utilities:
- Electric Service Payment Assistance
- Gas Service Payment Assistance
- Water Service Payment Assistance
- Telephone Service Payment Assistance
- Discounted Utility Services
Housing
Find assistance for paying your rent, utility bills, home weatherization, energy-saving improvements, maintenance, and repairs:
- Rent Payment Assistance
- Rental Deposit Assistance
- Energy-Efficient Home Improvement Assistance
- Home Maintenance & Minor Repair Services
Child Support
The following resources provide information on child support services and enforcement for custodial and noncustodial parents:
Personal/Household Items & Other Expenses
Get resources for free clothing for children and adults, maternity wear, newborn essentials, portable cribs, and essential household appliances:
Dial 2-1-1 or text your zip code to 898-211 for more help.