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Local offices in Tulare County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · County office
Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency, Human Services
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- Public health servicesGet immunizations, health assessments, disease prevention, and other public health services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tchhsa.org
Mental health and recovery · County office
Tulare County Behavioral Health
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- Mental health and substance use servicesGet mental health and substance use care through county clinics and other service locations.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tchhsa.org
Courts and legal help · County office
Tulare County Superior Court Self-Help Resource Center
221 S. Mooney Blvd., Room 203, Visalia, CA 93291; 300 E. Olive Ave., Porterville, CA 93257
Help here
- Self-help for court casesPeople without a lawyer can get free information and help with forms for some family, civil, probate, and other cases.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tulare.courts.ca.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Tulare County Public Law Library
221 S. Mooney Blvd., Room 1, Visalia, CA 93291
Help here
- Legal research resourcesUse legal materials, computers, and reference help to research legal questions.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tularecounty.ca.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Kings/Tulare Area Agency on Aging
4031 W. Noble Avenue, Visalia, CA 93277
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- Aging information and assistanceOlder adults and caregivers can find referrals, meal programs, Medicare counseling, and other support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ktaaa.org
Veterans · County office
Tulare County Veterans Services Office
205 N. L St., Tulare, CA 93274
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- Veterans benefits helpVeterans and their families can get help with claims for benefits and entitlements.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tchhsa.org
Emergency help · County office
Tulare County Office of Emergency Services
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- Emergency preparedness and responseFind emergency alerts and information about county preparedness, response, and recovery.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tularecounty.ca.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
Employment Connection, Visalia Center
4025 W. Noble Ave., Suite B, Visalia, CA 93277
Help here
- Job search and trainingJob seekers can get help finding work and accessing employment and training services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on employmentconnect.org
Library · County office
Tulare County Library
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- Library servicesUse library collections, learning resources, and services at locations across Tulare County.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tularecountylibrary.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals in Tulare County, closest to the center of Visalia first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free meals
Langar
Gurdwara Nanaksar Fresno
36 miles from the center of Visalia3060 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
Mosqueda
City of Fresno PARCS
36 miles from the center of Visalia4670 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
Food pantry
Open Food Pantry
New Life Baptist Church
36 miles from the center of Visalia2033 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
Mary Ella Brown
City of Fresno PARCS
36 miles from the center of Visalia1350 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
Free meals
Papa Mike’s Café
Poverello House
37 miles from the center of Visalia412 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
Food pantry
Valley Dream Center Food Distribution
Valley Dream Center
39 miles from the center of Visalia4649 E. Shields Ave, Fresno, CA 93726
Hours
- Thu9 AM to 11 AM
Listed on fresnocountyca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Tulare County
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
Cities and towns in Tulare 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
Talk to a person
- 211 Tulare County
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 800-283-9323 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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