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Local offices in Chino
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Chino Utility Billing Services
13220 Central Avenue, Chino, CA 91710
Help here
- Utility bills and servicesGet help with city water, sewer, refuse, recycling, and utility bills.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofchino.org
Human services · City office
Chino Human Services
13201 Central Avenue, Second Floor, Chino, CA 91710
Help here
- Social services and family supportGet counseling, prevention programs, and referrals to community resources.
- Case managementGet help finding housing, food, utility assistance, and public benefit resources.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofchino.org
Older adults · City office
Chino Senior Services
13170 Central Avenue, Chino, CA 91710
Help here
- Senior support and case managementResidents age 50 and older can get referrals, help with benefit applications, and case management.
- Senior transportationChino residents age 50 and older can request rides to the Senior Center, medical visits, grocery stores, and pharmacies within the city.Read more
- Senior lunch and food supportOlder adults can ask about daily meals and supplemental food assistance.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofchino.org
Local office · City office
Chino City Hall
13220 Central Avenue, Chino, CA 91710
Help here
- City information and customer serviceCall City Hall for help finding the right city department or service.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofchino.org
Library · County office
Chino Branch Library
13180 Central Avenue, Chino, CA 91710
Help here
- Library servicesUse library materials, computers, study rooms, and literacy programs at the Chino branch.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on library.sbcounty.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Chino Recreation Services
13201 Central Avenue, First Floor, Chino, CA 91710
Help here
- Recreation programs and registrationFind and register for city recreation classes, activities, and programs.Apply online
- Park information and reservationsGet information about city parks and reserve picnic shelters or sports fields.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofchino.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Chino first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
FoodPantry+
La Sierra University Church
10 miles from the center of Chino4937 Sierra Vista Ave, Riverside, CA 92505
Hours
- Wed8 AM to 10:30 AM. Closed on the fifth Wednesday of the month
Who can come: People living in ZIP code 92505
Listed on lasierra.church, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Queen of Angels
Queen of Angels Catholic Church
11 miles from the center of Chino4824 Jones Ave, Riverside, CA 92505
Hours
- Thu9 AM to 10 AM
Listed on queenofangelsriverside.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Lighthouse of Hope Foundation Inc.
11 miles from the center of Chino8791 Philbin Ave, Riverside, CA 92503
Hours
- Mon11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Listed on lighthouseofhopeca.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Dwelling Place Food Pantry
Dwelling Place
11 miles from the center of Chino5340 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
Food pantry
San Antonio de Padua Del Canon Church
11 miles from the center of Chino5800 E. Santa Ana Canyon Rd, Anaheim, CA 92807
Hours
- Thu11 AM to 3 PM
Listed on feedoc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Lighthouse of Hope Foundation Inc.
13 miles from the center of Chino9085 California Ave, Riverside, CA 92503
Hours
- Wed11:30 AM to 1 PM
- Fri11:30 AM to 1 PM
Listed on riversideca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Chino
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
Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino Counties
2950 - A Jefferson Street, Riverside, CA 92504
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
Inland Counties Legal Services, Inc.
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 San Bernardino County
696 S Tippecanoe Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92408-2607
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of San Bernardino County
Chino is in San Bernardino County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Transitional Assistance Department
Help here
- Cash, food, and health benefitsApply for or get help with CalWORKs, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, and other assistance.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wp.sbcounty.gov
Public health · County office
San Bernardino County WIC Program
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children get healthy food, nutrition advice, and breastfeeding support.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wic.sbcounty.gov
Housing help · County office
Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino
715 E. Brier Drive, San Bernardino, CA 92408
Help here
- Affordable housing and rental assistanceAsk about affordable housing and rental assistance for eligible households.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hacsb.com
Local office · Regional office
Inland SoCal 211
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 any time to find local help and community resources.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on inlandsocaluw.org
Public health · County office
San Bernardino County Department of Public Health
451 E. Vanderbilt Way, San Bernardino, CA 92408
Help here
- Public health servicesFind county clinics, health programs, disease information, and other public health services.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dph.sbcounty.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health
Help here
- Mental health and substance use servicesCall for help finding mental health or substance use care, including crisis and treatment services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wp.sbcounty.gov
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
- United Way 211 San Bernardino 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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