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Local offices in Rio Vista
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · Regional office
211 Bay Area, Solano County
Help here
- Community referralsCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, health care, and other needs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211bayarea.org
Utilities · City office
Rio Vista City Hall and Finance Department
One Main Street, Rio Vista, CA 94571
Help here
- City servicesContact City Hall for help reaching city departments and staff.
- Water and sewer utility billsStart or stop water and sewer service, ask about a bill, or pay your utility bill.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on riovistacity.com
Older adults · Nonprofit
Rio Vista Senior Center
25 Main Street, Rio Vista, CA 94571
Help here
- Senior activities, meals, and resourcesAdults age 55 and older can join activities, have lunch, and ask about local support resources.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on riovistaseniorcenter.com
Library · Regional office
Rio Vista Library
44 South Second Street, Rio Vista, CA 94571
Help here
- Library servicesBorrow books, use library resources, and attend programs at the Rio Vista branch.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on solanolibrary.com
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Rio Vista first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Antioch Progressive Church Food Pantry
Antioch Progressive Church
24 miles from the center of Rio Vista7650 Amherst Street, Sacramento, CA 95832
Hours
- Tue8:30 AM to 3 PM
Who can come: Everyone
What to bring: Register in person and receive a number. First come, first served.
Listed on antiochprogressivechurch.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
The Gift of Groceries
New Hope Community Church
24 miles from the center of Rio Vista1821 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, CA 95832
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Every Thursday. Online sign-up is available from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm; in-person sign-up is available from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm; distribution ends at 3:30 pm.
Who can come: Adults 18 and older
What to bring: Sign up online or in person to receive a numbered ticket
Listed on newhopemeadowview.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Saint Vincent de Paul
25 miles from the center of Rio Vista2544 Plymouth Rd., Stockton, CA 95204
Hours
- Fri10 AM to 12 PM. Breakfast; 10 AM to 12 PM (1st and 3rd of the month). Food pantry
Listed on sjgov.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Mobile pantry
Mack Road Valley Hi Community Center
Health Education Council
25 miles from the center of Rio Vista7833 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
Free grocery market
Arnold Rue Community Center
San Joaquin County Human Services Agency
26 miles from the center of Rio Vista5758 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
Valley Ministries MCC Food Pantry
Valley Ministries MCC
26 miles from the center of Rio Vista4118 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 Rio Vista
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
Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano
4010 Nelson Ave, Concord, CA 94520
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
Community Action Partnership of Solano, JPA
1000 Webster Street Special Projects: City Managers Office, City of Fairfield, Fairfield, CA 94533
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Job help near Rio Vista
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 Rio Vista. These are the closest.
American Job Center · Affiliate center
America`s Job Center of California - Fairfield
Also helps young people
21 miles away
500 Chadbourne Road, Suite A, Fairfield, CA 94534
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Updated by CareerOneStop on October 9, 2026
American Job Center
Concord America`s Job Center of California / East Bay Works
Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison
22 miles away
4071 Port Chicago Highway, Suite 250, Concord, CA 94520
Hours: M-F 8:30 am-5:00 pm
Updated by CareerOneStop on April 30, 2026
American Job Center · Affiliate center
Galt AJCC
Also helps young people
23 miles away
1000 C Street, Suite 100, Galt, CA 95632
Hours: Monday, Thursday 8 a.m.- 5 p.m., Friday 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Updated by CareerOneStop on August 18, 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
Solano County Workforce Development Board
500 Chadbourne Rd., Suite A, Fairfield, CA 94534
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 Solano County
Rio Vista is in Solano County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Solano County Employment and Eligibility
275 Beck Avenue, Fairfield, CA 94533
Help here
- CalFresh, Medi-Cal, and cash assistanceGet help applying for food, health coverage, and cash benefits for eligible households.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on solanocounty.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
Solano County WIC
2101 Courage Drive, Fairfield, CA 94533
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children can get food benefits, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on solanocounty.gov
Child support · County office
Solano Child Support Services
675 Texas Street, Suite 5700, Fairfield, CA 94533
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help establishing parentage, collecting child support, and managing a support case.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on solanocounty.gov
Community action · Nonprofit
Community Action North Bay
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield, CA 94533
Help here
- Community support and housing servicesContact the agency to ask about housing and support services for people in Solano County.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on canbsolano.org
Public health · County office
Solano Public Health
275 Beck Avenue, Fairfield, CA 94533
Help here
- Public health servicesGet public health information, nursing support, and help with health programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on solanocounty.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 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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