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Local offices in Anaheim
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · City office
Downtown Anaheim Family Resource Center
250 E. Center St., Anaheim, CA 92805
Help here
- Family support and benefit enrollment helpStaff connect families with local resources, food and diaper distributions, utility application help, and enrollment help for Medi-Cal and CalFresh.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on anaheim.gov
Human services · City office
Ponderosa Park and Family Resource Center
320 E. Orangewood Ave., Anaheim, CA 92802
Help here
- Family support and benefit enrollment helpStaff connect families with local resources, food and diaper distributions, utility application help, and enrollment help for Medi-Cal and CalFresh.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on anaheim.gov
Housing help · City office
Anaheim Housing Authority
201 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 201, Anaheim, CA 92805
Help here
- Housing Choice and project-based vouchersThe Housing Authority offers rental assistance through tenant-based and project-based voucher programs.Apply online
- Affordable rental housing informationResidents can join an interest list to hear when certain affordable apartments become available.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on anaheim.gov
Utilities · City office
Anaheim Public Utilities Customer Service
201 S. Anaheim Blvd., 1st Floor, Anaheim, CA 92805
Help here
- Water and electric account helpCustomers can get help starting, stopping, or moving water and electric service and ask about payment options.
- Income-qualified utility discounts and rebatesEligible residents can apply for utility bill discounts and rebates through available income-qualified programs.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on anaheim.gov
Older adults · City office
Anaheim Older Adult Program
Help here
- Older adult activities and resourcesAdults 55 and older can find activities, wellness programs, workshops, and community resources at city centers.
- Senior Wheels transportationThe program provides transportation for older adults to and from the congregate lunch program.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on anaheim.gov
Local office · City office
Anaheim 311
200 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805
Help here
- City information and service requestsCall 311 for city information or to report neighborhood problems such as graffiti, streetlight outages, and abandoned items.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on anaheim.gov
Local office · City office
Community Preservation
200 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 525, Anaheim, CA 92805
Help here
- Neighborhood code and graffiti reportsResidents can report graffiti and ask the city to investigate property maintenance and other code concerns.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on anaheim.gov
Human services · City office
West Anaheim Youth Center
320 S. Beach Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92804
Help here
- Youth programsYoung people can join after-school activities, sports, classes, workshops, and teen programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on anaheim.gov
Jobs and training · City office
Anaheim Workforce Connection
201 S. Anaheim Blvd., 2nd Floor, Anaheim, CA 92805
Help here
- Job search and training supportJob seekers can use career resources and get help with resumes, interviews, career planning, and training options.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on anaheim.gov
State office
California Employment Development Department Youth Employment Opportunity Program
201 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 202, Anaheim, CA 92805
Help here
- Youth school and career supportThe program helps young people ages 15 to 25 with school and career goals.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on edd.ca.gov
Library · City office
Anaheim Public Library
500 W. Broadway, Anaheim, CA 92805
Help here
- Library servicesResidents can use library locations, borrow materials, and find programs and learning resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on anaheim.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Anaheim Community Services Parks Division
200 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 433, Anaheim, CA 92805
Help here
- Parks and recreation facilitiesResidents can find city parks, trails, recreation facilities, and information about reserving fields and picnic areas.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on anaheim.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Anaheim first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
San Antonio de Padua Del Canon Church
1.6 miles from the center of Anaheim5800 E. Santa Ana Canyon Rd, Anaheim, CA 92807
Hours
- Thu11 AM to 3 PM
Listed on feedoc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Dwelling Place Food Pantry
Dwelling Place
2 miles from the center of Anaheim5340 E La Palma Ave, Anaheim, CA 92807
Hours
- Mon12 PM to 3 PM
- Thu9 AM to 12:30 PM
Who can come: Orange County residents
What to bring: Book an appointment.
Listed on dwellingplacefoodpantry.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Mobile pantry
City of Anaheim - Miraloma Park PIM 2
City of Anaheim
6.9 miles from the center of Anaheim2600 E. Miraloma Way, Anaheim, CA 92806
Hours
- Mon12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. Park-it Market
Who can come: Open site
Listed on feedoc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
COS Food Pantry
Church of Southland
7.3 miles from the center of Anaheim1380 S. Sanderson Ave, Anaheim, CA 92806
Hours
- Sat9 AM to 11 AM (2nd and 4th of the month)
Who can come: Local community
Listed on churchofsouthland.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
ICNA Relief Anaheim
ICNA Relief SoCal
7.5 miles from the center of Anaheim1220 N. State College Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92806
Hours
- Sat11:30 AM to 12:30 PM (1st of the month)
Listed on feedoc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Neighbors Pantry
Anaheim United Methodist Church
7.8 miles from the center of Anaheim1000 S. State College Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92806
Hours
- Tue6 PM to 7:15 PM. By appointment
- Wed10 AM to 11 AM. By appointment
- Thu8:45 AM to 12 PM. By appointment; 6 PM to 7:15 PM (3rd of the month). By appointment
Who can come: Anyone
What to bring: Make an appointment to receive food.
Listed on feedoc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Anaheim
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County
8014 Marine Way, Irvine, CA 92618
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Community Legal Aid SoCal
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Community Action Partnership of Orange County
11870 Monarch Street, Garden Grove, CA 92840
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Job help near Anaheim
American Job Centers are free. They help you look for work, write a resume, find training and apply for unemployment benefits. You can ask for an interpreter.
American Job Center
Anaheim Workforce Connection
Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison
9 miles away
201 S. Anaheim Boulevard, West Tower Suite 203, Anaheim, CA 92805
Hours: Mon. thru Fri 8:00 - 5:00
Updated by CareerOneStop on October 9, 2026
Youth and reentry program
America Works of California - Anaheim Office
For young people
7.9 miles away
2400 East Katella Avenue, Suite 800, Anaheim, CA 92806
Youth program
Orange County Conservation Corps. - Anaheim
8.5 miles away
1853 N Raymond Ave, Anaheim, CA 92801
Youth and reentry program
Chrysalis - Orange County
For young people
9 miles away
290 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805
Youth program
Western Youth Services - Mobile Family Resources
11 miles away
505 N. Euclid Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92801
Youth program
North Orange County Regional Occupational Program
11 miles away
385 North Muller Street, Anaheim, CA 92801
Unemployment benefits in California
If you lost your job or your hours were cut, you may be able to get unemployment insurance. You apply with the state, and the state decides who qualifies.
Workforce board for this area
The workforce board plans the job and training programs here and funds the job centers. Go to a job center for help; call the board with questions about its programs.
Workforce board
Anaheim Workforce Development Board
201 South Anaheim Boulevard, Suite 1001, Anaheim, CA 92805
Workforce board
Orange County Development Board
1300 South Grand Avenue, Building B, 2nd Floor, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Job center and program listings from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Checked on October 10, 2026.
Offices for all of Orange County
Anaheim is in Orange County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Orange County Social Services Agency
Help here
- Food, cash, and health benefitsApply for CalFresh food benefits, CalWORKs cash aid, Medi-Cal, and other assistance at a regional office.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ssa.ocgov.com
Public health · County office
Orange County Health Care Agency WIC
2137 E. Ball Rd., Anaheim, CA 92806
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportWIC helps eligible families with young children and pregnant people get healthy food and nutrition support.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ochealthinfo.com
Child support · County office
Orange County Child Support Services
1055 N. Main Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Help here
- Child support case helpGet help opening or managing a child support case and completing related forms.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on css.ocgov.com
Housing help · County office
Orange County Housing Authority
1501 E. St. Andrew Place, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Help here
- Housing vouchers and rental assistanceThe housing authority helps eligible residents use rental assistance and housing vouchers.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on housingauthority.oc.gov
Local office · Nonprofit
211 Orange County
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 any time to get connected with local health, housing, food, and other support services.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 211oc.org
Public health · County office
Orange County Health Care Agency Public Health Services
1725 W. 17th St., Santa Ana, CA 92706
Help here
- Public health clinicsGet information about county clinics, vaccines, testing, and other public health services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ochealthinfo.com
California programs by kind of help
These are run by California and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- 211 Orange County
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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