Ferndale

Local offices in Ferndale

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Utilities · Regional office

  Del Oro Water Company, Ferndale District

  995 Eugene Street, Ferndale, CA 95536

  Help here

  • Water service and billingContact Del Oro about water service, water bills, or payment assistance.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 530-717-2506DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on delorowater.com

• Local office · City office

  Ferndale City Hall

  834 Main Street, Ferndale, CA 95536

  Help here

  • City services and sewer fee questionsContact City Hall with questions about city services or sewer fees on your property tax bill.Read more
  Call 707-786-4224DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ci.ferndale.ca.us

• Library · County office

  Ferndale Branch Library

  807 Main Street, Ferndale, CA 95536

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card, borrow materials, and take part in library programs.
  Call 707-786-9559DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on humboldtgov.org

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Ferndale Community Center

  100 Berding Street, Ferndale, CA 95536

  Help here

  • Community center rentalAsk the City Clerk about renting the hall and kitchen for a community event.
  Call 707-786-4224DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ci.ferndale.ca.us

City of Ferndale, California website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Ferndale

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Job help near Ferndale

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.

CareerOneStop lists no American Job Center in Ferndale. These are the closest.

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  EDD WSB Eureka Office

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  16 miles away

  409 K Street, Eureka, CA 95501

  Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

  Call 707-441-6530DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on October 2, 2026

• American Job Center

  Humboldt Workforce Coalition

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  17 miles away

  2420 6th St., Humboldt Plaza, Eureka, CA 95501

  Hours: Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. - 5:00p.m. Open during lunch hour

  Call 707-445-7745DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 22, 2026

• American Job Center

  Humboldt Workforce Coalition

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  17 miles away

  2420 6th Street, Humboldt Plaza, Eureka, CA 95501

  Hours: Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. - 5:00p.m. Open during lunch hour

  Call 707-445-7745DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 22, 2026

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 Humboldt County

Ferndale is in Humboldt County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Humboldt County Social Services

  929 Koster St., Eureka, CA 95501

  Help here

  • Food, health coverage, and cash assistanceApply for food, health coverage, and cash assistance programs, including CalFresh, Medi-Cal, CalWORKs, and General Relief.Apply online
  • Adult and in-home supportGet help for older adults and dependent adults who need protection or support to live at home.
  Call 877-410-8809DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on humboldtgov.org

• Public health · County office

  Humboldt County WIC

  908 Seventh St., Eureka, CA 95501

  Help here

  • WIC food and nutrition supportGet food benefits and nutrition support if you are pregnant, recently gave birth, or care for a young child.
  Call 707-445-6255DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on humboldtgov.org

• Child support · County office

  Humboldt-Trinity Child Support Agency

  2420 6th St., Eureka, CA 95501

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help with child support services and questions about a case.
  Call 866-901-3212DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on humboldtgov.org

• Housing help · Regional office

  Housing Authorities of the City of Eureka and County of Humboldt

  735 W. Everding St., Eureka, CA 95503

  Help here

  • Public housing and vouchersAsk about public housing applications, rental assistance vouchers, and waiting list status.
  Call 707-443-4583DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on eurekahumboldtha.org

• Public health · County office

  Humboldt County Public Health Services

  529 I St., Eureka, CA 95501

  Help here

  • Public health nursing and clinicsGet public health nursing, clinic, immunization, and other health services.
  Call 707-445-6200DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on humboldtgov.org

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Humboldt County Behavioral Health Services

  720 Wood St., Eureka, CA 95501

  Help here

  • Behavioral health careGet outpatient behavioral health care, medication support, and referrals.Read more
  • Crisis helpCall or visit for assessment and crisis support at any time.
  Call 707-268-2900DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on humboldtgov.org

Everything in Humboldt County

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