Shasta Lake

Local offices in Shasta Lake

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Housing help · City office

  Shasta Lake Housing Authority

  4477 Main Street, Shasta Lake, CA 96019

  Help here

  • Homebuyer and housing rehabilitation programsAsk about city programs that help eligible residents buy a home or repair their home.
  Call 530-275-7400DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofshastalake.gov

• Local office · Nonprofit

  211 Shasta

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall any time to find local help with housing, food, utilities, health care, transportation, and other needs.Read more
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211norcal.org

• Utilities · City office

  City Hall Customer Service

  4477 Main Street, Shasta Lake, CA 96019

  Help here

  • City services and informationGet help with general city questions and services at the City Hall front counter.Read more
  • Utility billing and bill helpPay or ask questions about electric, water, wastewater, and solid waste bills, including the Lifeline discount for eligible residents.Apply online
  Call 530-275-7400DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofshastalake.gov

• Library · Nonprofit

  Shasta Lake Gateway Library

  1525 Median Avenue, Shasta Lake, CA 96019

  Help here

  • Public libraryBorrow library materials with a free library card during open hours.
  Call 530-275-7490DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofshastalake.gov

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Larry J. Farr Community Center

  4499 Main Street, Shasta Lake, CA 96019

  Help here

  • Community center rentalsReserve the center for meetings, celebrations, or community gatherings.Read more
  Call 530-275-7487DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofshastalake.gov

City of Shasta Lake website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Shasta Lake

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Job help near Shasta Lake

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 Shasta Lake. These are the closest.

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  EDD State of California - Redding

  Also helps young people

  6.3 miles away

  1325 Pine St, Redding, CA 96001

  Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

  Call 530-225-2185DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on March 26, 2026

• American Job Center

  Smart Workforce Center

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  7.1 miles away

  760 Cypress Avenue, Suite 210, Redding, CA 96001

  Hours: Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri 8 am-5 pm, Wed 9 am-5 pm. Closed 12 noon-1 pm.

  Call 530-246-7911DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on August 26, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Smart Workforce Center

  Also helps young people

  29 miles away

  30 Arbuckle Court, Weaverville, CA 96093

  Hours: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 9am-12pm, 1pm-3pm. 3pm-5pm by appointment. Friday by appointment

  Call 530-623-5538DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on August 13, 2026

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 Shasta County

Shasta Lake is in Shasta County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Shasta County Health and Human Services Agency, Regional Services

  Help here

  • Public benefitsApply for CalFresh, CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, General Assistance, and housing assistance at a regional office.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 877-652-0731Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on shastacounty.gov

• Public health · County office

  Shasta County WIC, Redding Churn Creek clinic

  2757 Churn Creek Road, Suite C, Redding, CA 96002

  Help here

  • WIC food and nutrition servicesEligible pregnant people and families with children under five can get healthy foods, nutrition education, referrals, and breastfeeding support.
  Call 530-224-4200DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on shastacounty.gov

• Child support · County office

  Shasta County Child Support Services

  2600 Park Marina Drive, Redding, CA 96001

  Help here

  • Child support servicesOpen a child support case, get help with payments, or ask about your case.
  Call 866-901-3212DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on shastacounty.gov

• Housing help · County office

  Shasta County Housing Authority

  2600 Park Marina Drive, Redding, CA 96001

  Help here

  • Housing Choice Voucher programContact the authority about voucher waitlist status, application updates, or accommodation help.
  Call 530-225-5160DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on shastacounty.gov

• Public health · County office

  Shasta County Public Health Clinic and Services

  2650 Breslauer Way, Redding, CA 96001

  Help here

  • Public health clinic servicesGet immunizations, tuberculosis screening, STI services, birth records, and public health nursing help.Read more
  Call 530-225-5591DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on shastacounty.gov

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Shasta County Adult Mental Health, Substance Use Recovery and Social Services

  2640 Breslauer Way, Redding, CA 96001

  Help here

  • Mental health and substance use supportGet help with adult mental health and substance use recovery services.
  Call 530-225-5200DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on shastacounty.gov

Everything in Shasta County

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