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Local offices in Crescent City
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Housing help · City office
City of Crescent City Housing Authority
235 H Street, Crescent City, CA 95531
Help here
- Affordable housingContact the Housing Authority about affordable housing for eligible residents.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on crescentcity.org
Utilities · City office
Crescent City Water and Sewer Department
377 J Street, Crescent City, CA 95531
Help here
- Water and sewer bills and serviceStart or manage water and sewer service, pay a bill, or ask about payment arrangements.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on crescentcity.org
Local office · City office
Crescent City City Hall
377 J Street, Crescent City, CA 95531
Help here
- City government servicesContact City Hall for help reaching city departments and local government services.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on crescentcity.org
Local office · Regional office
211 Del Norte County
Help here
- Power outage and hate incident supportIn Del Norte County, 211 currently helps with PG&E outage preparation and support for people affected by hate incidents or crimes.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211delnortecounty.org
State office
California DMV Crescent City Field Office
1475 Parkway Drive, Crescent City, CA 95531
Help here
- Driver licensing and identificationApply for or renew a driver license or identification card at this office.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dmv.ca.gov
Library · Regional office
Del Norte County Library District, Crescent City Branch
190 Price Mall, Crescent City, CA 95531
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to use books, computers, internet, and copy services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on delnortecountylibrary.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Crescent City
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
Redwood Empire Food Bank
3990 Brickway Blvd, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
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
Legal Services of Northern California, 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
Del Norte Senior Center, Inc.
1765 Northcrest Dr, Crescent City, CA 95531
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Del Norte County
Crescent City is in Del Norte County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Del Norte County Health and Human Services, Social Services Branch
880 Northcrest Drive, Crescent City, CA 95531
Help here
- Public assistanceApply for cash, food, and medical assistance programs.
- Social servicesGet help connecting your family with county social services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.del-norte.ca.us
Child support · County office
Del Norte County Child Support Services
1225 Marshall Street, Suite 18, Crescent City, CA 95531
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help with child support services for your family.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.del-norte.ca.us
Community action · Nonprofit
Del Norte Senior Center, Community Action Partnership of Del Norte
1765 Northcrest Drive, Crescent City, CA 95531
Help here
- Utility assistanceApply for utility bill assistance through the center's energy assistance program.
- Senior meals and informationOlder adults can get meals and help finding community services.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on delnorteseniorcenter.org
Housing help · City office
Crescent City Housing Authority
235 H Street, Crescent City, CA 95531
Help here
- Housing Choice Voucher rental assistanceApply for rental assistance if your household meets the income and program rules.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on crescentcity.org
Public health · County office
Del Norte County Public Health Branch and WIC
400 L Street, Crescent City, CA 95531
Help here
- Public health servicesGet clinical and prevention services and help finding local health resources.Read more
- WICEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five can get food benefits, nutrition help, and referrals.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.del-norte.ca.us
Mental health and recovery · County office
Del Norte County Behavioral Health Branch
455 K Street, Crescent City, CA 95531
Help here
- Mental health and substance use servicesGet mental health care, crisis support, and substance use treatment.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.del-norte.ca.us
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 Del Norte 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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