Sierra County

Local offices in Sierra County

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

• Human services · County office

  Sierra County Social Services

  202 Front Street, Loyalton, CA 96118

  Help here

  • Public assistanceApply for CalWORKs, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, General Relief, and other public assistance programs.Apply onlineRead more
  • Adult and child protective servicesReport concerns about the safety or care of a child or a vulnerable adult.Read more
  • In-Home Supportive ServicesAsk about in-home care services for eligible older adults and people with disabilities.Read more
  Call 530-993-6720DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sierracounty.ca.gov

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Community Action Agency of Butte County

  181 E. Shasta Avenue, Chico, CA 95973

  Help here

  • North State Food BankFind food distribution programs serving residents of Sierra County.
  Call 530-712-2600DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on buttecaa.com

• Child support · Regional office

  Nevada County Child Support Services

  Help here

  • Child support servicesSierra County residents can contact the regional office for help with child support services.
  Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sierracounty.ca.gov

• Public health · County office

  Sierra County Public Health

  202 Front Street, Loyalton, CA 96118

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet information about immunizations, communicable diseases, and other county health programs.Read more
  • WICAsk about nutrition and food support for eligible women, infants, and children.
  Call 530-993-6700DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sierracounty.ca.gov

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Sierra County Behavioral Health

  704 Mill Street, Loyalton, CA 96118

  Help here

  • Mental health and substance use servicesContact the county for mental health counseling, substance use services, and crisis support.Read more
  Call 530-993-6746DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sierracounty.ca.gov

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Sierra County Superior Court Self-Help

  100 Courthouse Square, Second Floor, Downieville, CA 95936

  Help here

  • Self-help court resourcesUse free court resources to complete forms and learn about representing yourself in some legal matters.
  Call 530-289-3698DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sierra.courts.ca.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area 4 Agency on Aging

  1401 El Camino Avenue, 4th Floor, Sacramento, CA 95815

  Help here

  • Older adult and caregiver supportConnect with services for older adults, caregivers, meals, and health support.
  Call 916-486-1876DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on agencyonaging4.org

• Emergency help · County office

  Sierra County Office of Emergency Services

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and alertsFind emergency preparedness information and sign up for county emergency alerts.Read more
  Call 530-289-2850Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sierracounty.ca.gov

• Library · County office

  Sierra County Libraries

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card and use print and digital collections, internet access, and learning resources.
  Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sierracounty.ca.gov

Sierra County, California website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Sierra County

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

Cities and towns in Sierra County

• Loyalton

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