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Local offices in Milpitas
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · Regional office
211 Bay Area
Help here
- Local resource referralsCall 211 to get help finding food, housing, health care, work, and other local services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211bayarea.org
Human services · City office
Recreation and Community Services
457 E. Calaveras Boulevard, Milpitas, CA 95035
Help here
- Milpitas Assistance ProgramEligible residents can apply for discounts on water and sewer bills and city recreation programs.Apply onlineRead more
- Community and social servicesContact the department for help finding city social services and support programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on milpitas.gov
Housing help · City office
Office of Housing
455 E. Calaveras Boulevard, Milpitas, CA 95035
Help here
- Housing and homelessness supportGet information about affordable housing, rent help, and services for people without housing.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on milpitas.gov
Utilities · City office
City Utility Billing Customer Service
455 E. Calaveras Boulevard, Milpitas, CA 95035
Help here
- Water and sewer bill helpGet help understanding your water bill, starting an account, or asking for a payment arrangement.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on milpitas.gov
Older adults · City office
Barbara Lee Senior Center
40 N. Milpitas Boulevard, Milpitas, CA 95035
Help here
- Senior programs and servicesAdults age 50 and older can find classes, activities, nutrition, and referrals to support services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on milpitas.gov
Utilities · City office
Public Works
1265 N. Milpitas Boulevard, Milpitas, CA 95035
Help here
- MyMilpitas service requestsReport non-emergency problems such as potholes, graffiti, streetlights, or water leaks.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on milpitas.gov
Library · Regional office
Milpitas Library
160 N. Main Street, Milpitas, CA 95035
Help here
- Library servicesUse library books, computers, Wi-Fi, events, and other services for all ages.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sccld.org
Local office · City office
City Hall
455 E. Calaveras Boulevard, Milpitas, CA 95035
Help here
- City information and referralsContact City Hall to find the city office or service that can help you.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on milpitas.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Milpitas first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
St. Victor's Parish Food Pantry
Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
3.3 miles from the center of Milpitas3108 Sierra Road, San Jose, CA 95132
Hours
- Sat10 AM to 12 PM (3rd of the month). Drive-through only
What to bring: Bring identification and proof of residence on your first visit.
Languages: English, Japanese, Spanish, Tagalog, Vietnamese
Listed on shfb.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Operation Share
Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
4.8 miles from the center of Milpitas467 North White Road, San Jose, CA 95127
Hours
- Tue11 AM to 1 PM (2nd and 4th of the month). Drive-through only
What to bring: Bring identification on your first visit.
Languages: English, Spanish, Vietnamese
Listed on shfb.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Verbo South Bay - Hyland Avenue
Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
5.4 miles from the center of Milpitas5038 Hyland Avenue, San Jose, CA 95127
Hours
- Thu10:45 AM to 11:45 AM. Drive-through or walk-up
What to bring: No documents needed.
Languages: English
Listed on shfb.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
St. John Vianney Parish
Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County
5.5 miles from the center of Milpitas4600 Hyland Avenue, San Jose, CA 95127
Hours
- Wed2 PM to 4 PM
Who can come: All ages
Listed on ccscc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
True Vine Baptist Church
Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
6.2 miles from the center of Milpitas505 South White Road, San Jose, CA 95127
Hours
- Fri11 AM to 1 PM. Walk-up only
What to bring: Bring identification, proof of minors, and proof of residence on your first visit.
Languages: English, Spanish, Vietnamese
Listed on shfb.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Trinity Episcopal Cathedral
Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
6.6 miles from the center of Milpitas81 North 2nd Street, San Jose, CA 95113
Hours
- Thu6:15 AM to 7:45 AM (1st and 3rd of the month). Walk-up only
What to bring: No documents needed.
Languages: Cantonese, English, Mandarin, Spanish
Listed on shfb.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Milpitas
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 Silicon Valley
750 Curtner Avenue, San Jose, CA 95125
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
Bay Area Legal Aid
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Nonprofit
California Rural Legal Assistance, 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
Sacred Heart Community Services
1381 South First Street, San Jose, CA 95110
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Job help near Milpitas
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 Milpitas. These are the closest.
American Job Center · Affiliate center
North San Jose America`s Job Center of California
Also helps young people
4.1 miles away
1901 Zanker Road, San Jose, CA 95112
Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Updated by CareerOneStop on May 8, 2026
American Job Center
San Jose Job Center
Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison
5.2 miles away
1608 Las Plumas Avenue, Work2Future-Silicon Workforce Development Board, San Jose, CA 95133
Hours: Monday - Friday 8a-5p
Updated by CareerOneStop on October 9, 2026
American Job Center · Affiliate center
America`s Job Center of California- Fremont
5.9 miles away
39155 Liberty Street, Fremont Family Resource Center ,Suite B200, Fremont, CA 94538
Hours: Mon - Fri 8 AM - 5 PM
Updated by CareerOneStop on October 5, 2026
Unemployment benefits in California
If you lost your job or your hours were cut, you may be able to get unemployment insurance. You apply with the state, and the state decides who qualifies.
Workforce board for this area
The workforce board plans the job and training programs here and funds the job centers. Go to a job center for help; call the board with questions about its programs.
Workforce board
San Jose/Silicon Valley Workforce Development Board
5730 Chambertin Dr, San Jose, CA 95118
Workforce board
California Workforce Development Board
1416 9th Street, Floor 14, Sacramento, CA 95814
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 Santa Clara County
Milpitas is in Santa Clara County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Social Services Agency, Department of Employment and Benefit Services
1867 Senter Road, San Jose, CA 95112
Help here
- Public benefitsApply for CalFresh food benefits, Medi-Cal, CalWORKs, General Assistance, and other cash aid.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ssa.santaclaracounty.gov
Human services · Regional office
211 Bay Area
Help here
- Community service referralsCall 211 for help finding food, shelter, health care, jobs, senior services, and other local support.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211bayarea.org
Public health · County office
Santa Clara County WIC
725 E. Santa Clara Street, Suite 200, San Jose, CA 95112
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportWIC offers healthy food, nutrition advice, and breastfeeding support to eligible pregnant people, new parents, and young children.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on publichealth.santaclaracounty.gov
Child support · County office
Department of Child Support Services
333 W. Julian Street, San Jose, CA 95110
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help establishing parentage, setting up child support, or managing a support case.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dcss.santaclaracounty.gov
Housing help · Regional office
Santa Clara County Housing Authority
505 West Julian Street, San Jose, CA 95110
Help here
- Housing assistanceFind information about housing vouchers and affordable housing programs.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on scchousingauthority.org
Public health · County office
Public Health Department
976 Lenzen Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
Help here
- Public health servicesFind county health programs, clinics, and information about staying healthy.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on publichealth.santaclaracounty.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
- 211 Bay Area
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 800-273-6222 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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