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Local offices in San Joaquin
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
San Joaquin City Hall
21900 Colorado Avenue, San Joaquin, CA 93660
Help here
- City services and helpContact City Hall for help with city services and questions.
- Utility billsPay city utility bills or ask the city about a bill.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofsanjoaquin.org
Older adults · City office
San Joaquin Senior Center
Help here
- Senior programsResidents age 55 and older can ask the city about senior programs, classes, and activities.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofsanjoaquin.org
Library · County office
San Joaquin Branch Library
8781 Main Street, San Joaquin, CA 93660
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the branch to borrow library materials, use Wi-Fi, print, or make copies.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on fresnolibrary.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Leo Cantu Community Center
Help here
- Community activitiesThe center offers youth activities, community dances, and fitness programs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofsanjoaquin.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of San Joaquin first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free meals
Mary Ella Brown
City of Fresno PARCS
23 miles from the center of San Joaquin1350 E. Annadale Ave, Fresno, CA 93706
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Serving Time: 11:30 A.M.
Who can come: Anyone 60 years and older. Anyone under 60 can buy a meal for $7.38.
What to bring: Complete an FMAAA registration form on site the first day. Make a reservation at the senior site in person or by phone by 11:30 AM the day before.
Listed on fresno.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Fresno Christian Reformed Church Food Distribution
Fresno Christian Reformed Church
23 miles from the center of San Joaquin1639 W. Shields Ave, Fresno, CA 93705
Hours
- Fri10 AM to 12 PM (last of the month)
Listed on fresnocrc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Langar
Gurdwara Nanaksar Fresno
23 miles from the center of San Joaquin3060 S Cherry Ave, Fresno, CA 93706
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Langar (community meal) is served daily.
Who can come: People of all faiths and backgrounds
Listed on gurdwarananaksarfresno.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church Food Distribution
Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church
24 miles from the center of San Joaquin2101 N. Fruit Ave, Fresno, CA 93705
Hours
- Mon1 PM to 3 PM (1st of the month). If a holiday, the distribution is the following Monday
Listed on oursavioursfresno.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Papa Mike’s Café
Poverello House
24 miles from the center of San Joaquin412 F Street, Fresno, CA 93706
Hours
- Mon7:30 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 5 PM. Lunch and dinner
- Tue7:30 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 5 PM. Lunch and dinner
- Wed7:30 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 5 PM. Lunch and dinner
- Thu7:30 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 5 PM. Lunch and dinner
- Fri7:30 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 5 PM. Lunch and dinner
- Sat9 AM to 10:30 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 2 PM. Lunch; 3 PM to 5 PM. Dinner
- Sun9 AM to 10:30 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 2 PM. Lunch; 3 PM to 5 PM. Dinner
Who can come: Anyone in need
Listed on poverellohouse.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Ted C. Wills
City of Fresno PARCS
24 miles from the center of San Joaquin770 N. San Pablo Ave, Fresno, CA 93728
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Serving Time: 11:15 A.M.
Who can come: Anyone 60 years and older. Anyone under 60 can buy a meal for $7.38.
What to bring: Complete an FMAAA registration form on site the first day. Make a reservation at the senior site in person or by phone by 11:30 AM the day before.
Listed on fresno.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve San Joaquin
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
Central California Food Bank
4010 E. Amendola Ave., Fresno, CA 93725
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
Central California Legal Services
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
Fresno County Economic Opportunities Commission
1920 Mariposa Mall, Suite 300, Fresno, CA 93721-2526
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Job help near San Joaquin
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 San Joaquin. These are the closest.
American Job Center · Affiliate center
FRS Mendota-Workforce Connection
Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison
15 miles away
655 Quince Street, Suite C, Mendota, CA 93640
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00AM- 5:00PM
Updated by CareerOneStop on September 17, 2026
American Job Center · Affiliate center
Fresno Rural West - Workforce Connection
Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison
15 miles away
115 Belmont Avenue, Armor Wellness/Neighborhood Resource Center, Mendota, CA 93640
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Updated by CareerOneStop on July 17, 2026
American Job Center
RS Fresno Comprehensive - Workforce Connection
Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison
24 miles away
3170 W. Shaw Avenue, Suite 101, Fresno, CA 93711
Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Updated by CareerOneStop on September 21, 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
Fresno County Workforce Development Board - Workforce Connection
2125 Kern Street, Suite 208, Fresno, CA 93721
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 Fresno County
San Joaquin is in Fresno County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Fresno County Department of Social Services
142 E. California Ave., Fresno, CA 93706
Help here
- Food, cash and health benefitsApply for or get help with food, cash assistance and Medi-Cal benefits.Apply online
- Veterans servicesGet help with veterans benefits and related paperwork.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fresnocountyca.gov
Child support · County office
Fresno County Department of Child Support Services
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help establishing, changing or enforcing a child support order.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fresnocountyca.gov
State office
California Employment Development Department Fresno Office
2555 S. Elm Ave., Fresno, CA 93706
Help here
- Disability Insurance and Paid Family LeaveVisit the office for in-person help with Disability Insurance and Paid Family Leave.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on edd.ca.gov
Local office · Nonprofit
United Way Fresno and Madera Counties 211 Helpline
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 for free, around-the-clock referrals to local help with housing, food, health, and other needs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on uwfm.org
Public health · County office
Fresno County Department of Public Health
1221 Fulton St., Fresno, CA 93721
Help here
- Public health programs and informationContact the department about public health services and help available to county residents.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fresnocountyca.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Fresno County Department of Behavioral Health
Help here
- Mental health and substance use servicesCall to find mental health and substance use care and support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fresnocountyca.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 Helpline, United Way Fresno and Madera Counties
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 866-559-4211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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