Jackson
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Ask in your own words. We look up programs and offices for Jackson and tell you where to go next.
Local offices in Jackson
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
City of Jackson Water and Sewer Billing
33 Broadway, Jackson, CA 95642
Help here
- Water and sewer billsContact the city to ask about water or sewer bills and payment arrangements.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ci.jackson.ca.us
Local office · City office
Jackson City Hall
33 Broadway, Jackson, CA 95642
Help here
- City services and informationContact City Hall for help with city services, public records, and city questions.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ci.jackson.ca.us
Older adults · Nonprofit
Amador Senior Center
229 New York Ranch Road, Jackson, CA 95642
Help here
- Senior meals and supportOlder adults can ask about meals, activities, education, and support services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on amadorseniorcenter.org
State office
California DMV Jackson Field Office
201 Clinton Road, Jackson, CA 95642
Help here
- Driver licensing and vehicle servicesVisit the office for driver licensing, testing, vehicle registration, and title services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on qr.dmv.ca.gov
Library · County office
Amador County Library, Main Library Branch - Jackson
530 Sutter Street, Jackson, CA 95642
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and other items, use library resources, and get help finding materials.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on amadorcounty.gov
City of Jackson, California website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Jackson first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Garden Acres Community Center
San Joaquin County Human Services Agency
36 miles from the center of Jackson607 Bird Ave., Stockton, CA 95205
Hours
- Mon11 AM to 1 PM
- Fri11 AM to 1 PM
Who can come: Adults 18 and older
Listed on sjgov.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Arnold Rue Community Center
San Joaquin County Human Services Agency
36 miles from the center of Jackson5758 Lorraine Avenue, Stockton, CA 95210
Hours
- Thu9 AM to 9:30 AM (last of the month)
Who can come: All ages
Listed on sjgov.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Northeast Community Center
San Joaquin County Human Services Agency
37 miles from the center of Jackson2885 E. Harding Way, Stockton, CA 95205
Hours
- Mon9:15 AM to 12:15 PM
- Wed9:15 AM to 12:15 PM
- Fri9:15 AM to 12:15 PM
Who can come: ZIP codes 95205 and 95210
Listed on sjgov.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Mobile pantry
Mack Road Valley Hi Community Center
Health Education Council
37 miles from the center of Jackson7833 Center Parkway, Sacramento, CA 95823
Hours
- Wed1:30 PM to 5:30 PM (1st and 3rd of the month)
Listed on healthedcouncil.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Eastside Church of God in Christ
37 miles from the center of Jackson3206 E. Marsh St., Stockton, CA 95205
Hours
- Mon2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
- Wed2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Listed on sjgov.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Valley Ministries MCC Food Pantry
Valley Ministries MCC
37 miles from the center of Jackson4118 Coronado Ave., Stockton, CA 95204
Hours
- Wed9 AM to 1 PM
- Sun9 AM to 10:30 AM
Who can come: People in need throughout Stockton
What to bring: No ID or permanent address is needed. Give your name, date of birth and county of residence. You must pick up your own food in person.
Listed on vmmcc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Jackson
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 of the Greater Valley
1220 Vanderbilt Cir, Manteca, CA 95337
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
Amador-Tuolumne Community Action Agency
10590 Highway 88, Jackson, CA 95642
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Amador County
Jackson is in Amador County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Amador County Social Services
10877 Conductor Blvd., Suite 200, Sutter Creek, CA 95685
Help here
- Food, cash, and health benefitsApply for CalFresh, CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, and other public benefits at the county office.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on amadorcounty.gov
Child support · County office
Central Sierra Child Support Agency
639 New York Ranch Road, Jackson, CA 95642
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help with child support services by contacting the agency.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on amadorcounty.gov
Public health · County office
Amador County Public Health
10877 Conductor Blvd., Sutter Creek, CA 95685
Help here
- Public health servicesGet information about county health services, immunizations, and tuberculosis clinics.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on amadorcounty.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Amador County Behavioral Health
10877 Conductor Blvd., Suite 300, Sutter Creek, CA 95685
Help here
- Mental health and substance use careContact the department for mental health and substance use treatment, support, and crisis help.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on amadorcounty.gov
Courts and legal help · State office
Amador County Superior Court Self-Help
500 Argonaut Lane, Jackson, CA 95642
Help here
- Court self-helpGet procedural information and help with basic legal paperwork when representing yourself.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on amador.courts.ca.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Area 12 Agency on Aging
19074 Standard Road, Suite A, Sonora, CA 95370
Help here
- Aging services and referralsOlder adults and people with disabilities can ask about meals, caregiver support, and local services.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on area12.org
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 Alpine 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.
Call 988Text 988