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Local offices in Tulare
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
City of Tulare Utility Billing
411 E Kern Avenue, Tulare, CA 93274
Help here
- Utility bills and serviceGet help with water, sewer, and solid waste bills or start or stop city utility service.
- Senior sewer rate discountEligible older residents can apply for a reduced sanitary sewer rate.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tulare.ca.gov
Local office · Nonprofit
211 Tulare County
Help here
- Community service referralsResidents can contact 211 for referrals to housing, food, utility, health, transportation, and legal help.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 211tularecounty.org
Older adults · City office
Tulare Senior Community Center
201 N F Street, Tulare, CA 93274
Help here
- Senior activities and referralsOlder adults can find recreation, nutrition education, and referrals to senior services.
- Meals on WheelsAsk the center about Meals on Wheels for older adults.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tulare.ca.gov
Local office · City office
Tulare City Hall
411 E Kern Avenue, Tulare, CA 93274
Help here
- City information and requestsContact the city for general information or submit a service request.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tulare.ca.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
Tulare Employment Connection Center
155 N K Street, Tulare, CA 93274
Help here
- Career and job search helpJob seekers can get career coaching, job training, and help preparing for work.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on employmentconnect.org
State office
California DMV Tulare Field Office
274 E Cross Avenue, Tulare, CA 93274
Help here
- Driver and vehicle servicesResidents can apply for or renew a driver license or ID and handle vehicle services at this DMV office.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.ca.gov
Library · City office
Tulare Public Library
475 N M Street, Tulare, CA 93274
Help here
- Library services and programsResidents can get a library card, use research and digital resources, and join library programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tulare.ca.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Tulare Parks and Recreation
830 S Blackstone Street, Tulare, CA 93274
Help here
- Recreation programsResidents can sign up for city sports, classes, youth activities, and community events.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tulare.ca.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Tulare first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free meals
Langar
Gurdwara Nanaksar Fresno
42 miles from the center of Tulare3060 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
Free meals
Mary Ella Brown
City of Fresno PARCS
43 miles from the center of Tulare1350 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
Open Food Pantry
New Life Baptist Church
43 miles from the center of Tulare2033 S. Cedar Ave, Fresno, CA 93702
Hours
- Thu10 AM to 11 AM (3rd of the month)
Languages: Spanish
Listed on newlifebcfresno.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Mosqueda
City of Fresno PARCS
43 miles from the center of Tulare4670 E. Butler Ave, Fresno, CA 93702
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
Free meals
Papa Mike’s Café
Poverello House
44 miles from the center of Tulare412 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
46 miles from the center of Tulare770 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 Tulare
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
Community Services & Employment Training, Inc.
312 N.W. 3rd Avenue, Visalia, CA 93279
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Job help near Tulare
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.
American Job Center · Affiliate center
Tulare County Employment Connection - Tulare
Also helps young people
0.7 miles away
155 N. K Street, Tulare, CA 93274
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Updated by CareerOneStop on March 26, 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
Tulare County Workforce Development Board
309 West Main Street, Suite 120, Visalia, CA 93291
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 Tulare County
Tulare is in Tulare County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency, Human Services
Help here
- CalFresh, CalWORKs, and Medi-CalApply for food, cash, or health coverage benefits at a TulareWORKs office.Apply online
- General AssistanceAdults with limited income may apply for temporary cash aid.Apply onlineRead more
- In-Home Supportive ServicesEligible older adults and people with disabilities can get help to live safely at home.Read more
- Cash Assistance Program for ImmigrantsEligible aged, blind, or disabled non-citizens may apply for cash aid.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tchhsa.org
Public health · County office
Tulare County WIC
Help here
- Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)Eligible pregnant people and families with young children can get food benefits, nutrition help, and breastfeeding support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tchhsa.org
Child support · County office
Tulare County Department of Child Support Services
Help here
- Child support case servicesGet help opening or managing a child support case, establishing parentage, and handling payments.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tularecounty.ca.gov
Housing help · County office
Housing Authority of the County of Tulare
5140 W. Cypress Avenue, Visalia, CA 93277
Help here
- Rental assistance and affordable housingApply for rental assistance, public housing, housing vouchers, and other affordable housing programs.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hatc.net
Local office · Nonprofit
211 Tulare County
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall, text, or search online to find local help with housing, food, utilities, health care, and other needs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 211tularecounty.org
Public health · County office
Tulare County Public Health
5957 S. Mooney Blvd., Visalia, CA 93277
Help here
- Public health servicesGet immunizations, health assessments, disease prevention, and other public health services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tchhsa.org
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 Tulare County
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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