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Local offices in Santa Clara
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · City office
Housing & Community Services Division
1500 Warburton Avenue, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Help here
- Housing and community servicesGet information about affordable housing programs, renter resources, and help for people experiencing homelessness.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on santaclaraca.gov
Housing help · City office
Housing Authority of the City of Santa Clara
1500 Warburton Avenue, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Help here
- Affordable housing programsLearn about city affordable housing programs and services for people with low incomes.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on santaclaraca.gov
Utilities · City office
Utility Billing Customer Service
Help here
- Utility payment assistanceCall to ask about financial help with utility bills and flexible payment arrangements.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on santaclaraca.gov
Older adults · City office
Santa Clara Senior Center
1303 Fremont St., Santa Clara, CA 95050
Help here
- Senior programs and servicesAdults age 50 and older can find activities, wellness services, meals, and help connecting to community resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on santaclaraca.gov
Local office · City office
City Customer Service
Help here
- City service requestsUse the MySantaClara app to send and track requests such as pothole or sidewalk repairs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on santaclaraca.gov
State office
Santa Clara DMV Field Office
3665 Flora Vista Ave., Santa Clara, CA 95051
Help here
- Driver licensing and IDApply for or renew a driver license or identification card and get help with other licensing services.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.ca.gov
Library · City office
Santa Clara City Library
2635 Homestead Road, Santa Clara, CA 95051
Help here
- Library servicesVisit or call for library materials, reference help, literacy services, and programs for residents.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sclibrary.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Parks & Recreation Department
1500 Warburton Avenue, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Help here
- Recreation programsFind and register for city recreation activities, classes, sports, and camps.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on santaclaraca.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Santa Clara first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free grocery market
St. Leo's Parish
Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County
4 miles from the center of Santa Clara88 Race Street, San Jose, CA 95126
Hours
- Thu5 PM to 6 PM. Walk-up
Who can come: All ages
Listed on ccscc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Bethel Church
Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
4.3 miles from the center of Santa Clara1201 South Winchester Boulevard, San Jose, CA 95128
Hours
- Thu10:15 AM to 11:45 AM (1st and 3rd of the month). Walk-up only
What to bring: No documents needed.
Languages: English, Spanish
Listed on shfb.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Trinity Episcopal Cathedral
Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
4.6 miles from the center of Santa Clara81 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
Free grocery market
C.O.M.E.
Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
5.2 miles from the center of Santa Clara121 East San Salvador Street, San Jose, CA 95112
Hours
- Tue8:15 AM to 10:30 AM. Walk-up only
What to bring: Bring identification, proof of minors, and proof of residence on your first visit.
Languages: English, Spanish
Listed on shfb.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
CityTeam at Willow Glen Bible Church
Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
5.6 miles from the center of Santa Clara1292 Minnesota Avenue, San Jose, CA 95125
Hours
- Tue3:30 PM to 5 PM (2nd and 4th of the month). Walk-up only
What to bring: No documents needed.
Languages: English
Listed on shfb.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Washington United Youth Center
Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
5.7 miles from the center of Santa Clara921 South 1st Street, San Jose, CA 95110
Hours
- Sat9:45 AM to 11:15 AM (2nd and 4th of the month). Walk-up only
What to bring: No documents needed.
Languages: English, Spanish
Listed on shfb.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Santa Clara
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 Santa Clara
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.
Youth and reentry program
Bill Wilson Center
For young people
1.6 miles away
3490 The Alameda, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Youth program
Career Partners International - Santa Clara
2 miles away
5201 Great America Pkwy, Suite 320, Santa Clara, CA 95054
These are the closest to Santa Clara.
American Job Center · Affiliate center
North San Jose America`s Job Center of California
Also helps young people
3.2 miles away
1901 Zanker Road, San Jose, CA 95112
Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Updated by CareerOneStop on May 8, 2026
American Job Center
NOVAworks
Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison
3.9 miles away
456 W. Olive Avenue, Sunnyvale City Hall, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Hours: Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Updated by CareerOneStop on August 22, 2026
American Job Center
San Jose Job Center
Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison
5.5 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
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
Santa Clara 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 866-896-3587 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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