Imperial

Local offices in Imperial

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

• Utilities · City office

  Utility Billing

  420 S Imperial Avenue, Imperial, CA 92251

  Help here

  • Water, sewer, and trash billsGet help with your city utility account, pay a bill, or ask a billing question.Apply online
  Call 760-355-1247DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on imperial.ca.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  211 San Diego, Imperial County service

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 for help finding local health and human service resources.
  Call 800-227-0997Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 211sandiego.org

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Parks and Recreation

  101 E 4th Street, Imperial, CA 92251

  Help here

  • Senior activities and recreationAsk about recreation programs and activities for adults age 55 and older.Apply online
  Call 760-355-3316DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on imperial.ca.gov

• Library · City office

  Imperial Public Library

  200 W 9th Street, Imperial, CA 92251

  Help here

  • Library cards and materialsGet a library card, borrow books and other items, or use library technology and learning programs.Apply online
  Call 760-355-1332DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on imperial.ca.gov

• Local office · City office

  City Hall

  420 S Imperial Avenue, Imperial, CA 92251

  Help here

  • City services and informationVisit or call City Hall for help finding city services and information.
  Call 760-355-4371DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on imperial.ca.gov

City of Imperial website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Imperial

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

Job help near Imperial

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 Imperial. These are the closest.

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  American Job Center of California - El Centro West Employment Department

  Also helps young people

  3.2 miles away

  1550 W Main Street, Cesar Chavez Building, El Centro, CA 92243

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

  Call 760-339-2722 or 442-265-7579Directions

  Updated by CareerOneStop on May 19, 2026

• American Job Center

  Calexico One-Stop Career Center

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  13 miles away

  301 Heber Avenue, One Stop Employment Services, Calexico, CA 92231

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

  Call 760-357-7760DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on March 6, 2026

• American Job Center

  America`s Job Center of California-Brawley,CA

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  16 miles away

  860 Main Street, Workforce and Development Office/Department of Social Services, Brawley, CA 92227

  Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

  Call 442-265-5376DirectionsWebsite

  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 Imperial County

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

• Human services · County office

  Imperial County Department of Social Services

  2995 S 4th St, Suite 105, El Centro, CA 92243

  Help here

  • CalFresh, CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, and General ReliefApply for food, cash, and health coverage programs through the county.Apply online
  Call 760-337-6800DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · County office

  Imperial County Department of Child Support Services

  2795 S 4th Street, El Centro, CA 92243

  Help here

  • Child support servicesApply for child support services or get help with an existing case.Apply online
  Call 866-901-3212DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on css.imperialcounty.org

• Housing help · Regional office

  Imperial Valley Housing Authority

  1402 D St, Brawley, CA 92227

  Help here

  • Affordable housing assistanceAsk about affordable housing programs and application requirements.Read more
  Call 760-351-7000DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Imperial

  Help here

  • Community information and referralsCall any time to find local help with housing, food, health, and other needs.
  Call 800-227-0997Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 211sandiego.org

• Public health · County office

  Imperial County Public Health Department

  935 Broadway St, El Centro, CA 92243

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet information about immunizations, disease prevention, family health, and other public health programs.Read more
  Call 442-265-1444DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Imperial County Behavioral Health Services

  202 N 8th Street, Third Floor, El Centro, CA 92243

  Help here

  • Mental health and substance use servicesCall or visit to find mental health and substance use treatment and support.
  Call 442-265-1525DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bhs.imperialcounty.org

Everything in Imperial 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