Arcata
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Local offices in Arcata
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
City of Arcata Finance Department
736 F Street, Arcata, CA 95521
Help here
- Water and sewer billsPay a water or sewer bill, ask about a charge, or apply to start service.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofarcata.org
Local office · City office
Arcata City Hall
736 F Street, Arcata, CA 95521
Help here
- City services and public recordsContact the city about local government services, public records, or city matters.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofarcata.org
Library · County office
Arcata Branch Library
500 Seventh Street, Arcata, CA 95521
Help here
- Library servicesBorrow books and other materials, use library resources, and find branch programs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on humboldtgov.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Arcata Community Center
321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, Arcata, CA 95521
Help here
- Recreation and community programsContact Arcata Recreation about local programs, activities, and use of the community center.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofarcata.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Arcata
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
Redwood Empire Food Bank
3990 Brickway Blvd, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
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
Legal Services of Northern California, 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
Redwood Community Action Agency
904 G Street, Eureka, CA 95501
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Humboldt County
Arcata is in Humboldt County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Humboldt County Social Services
929 Koster St., Eureka, CA 95501
Help here
- Food, health coverage, and cash assistanceApply for food, health coverage, and cash assistance programs, including CalFresh, Medi-Cal, CalWORKs, and General Relief.Apply online
- Adult and in-home supportGet help for older adults and dependent adults who need protection or support to live at home.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on humboldtgov.org
Public health · County office
Humboldt County WIC
908 Seventh St., Eureka, CA 95501
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportGet food benefits and nutrition support if you are pregnant, recently gave birth, or care for a young child.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on humboldtgov.org
Child support · County office
Humboldt-Trinity Child Support Agency
2420 6th St., Eureka, CA 95501
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help with child support services and questions about a case.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on humboldtgov.org
Housing help · Regional office
Housing Authorities of the City of Eureka and County of Humboldt
735 W. Everding St., Eureka, CA 95503
Help here
- Public housing and vouchersAsk about public housing applications, rental assistance vouchers, and waiting list status.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on eurekahumboldtha.org
Public health · County office
Humboldt County Public Health Services
529 I St., Eureka, CA 95501
Help here
- Public health nursing and clinicsGet public health nursing, clinic, immunization, and other health services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on humboldtgov.org
Mental health and recovery · County office
Humboldt County Behavioral Health Services
720 Wood St., Eureka, CA 95501
Help here
- Behavioral health careGet outpatient behavioral health care, medication support, and referrals.Read more
- Crisis helpCall or visit for assessment and crisis support at any time.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on humboldtgov.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
- 2-1-1 Humboldt
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.
Call 988Text 988