San Jose
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Local offices in San Jose
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · City office
Housing Department
200 E. Santa Clara St., San José, CA 95113
Help here
- Affordable housingFind affordable rental listings and apply through the City housing portal.Apply onlineRead more
- Rent stabilization and tenant helpGet help with rent increases, eviction concerns, and other covered rental housing issues.Read more
- Homelessness concernsReport a homeless encampment concern so the City can assess the location and offer outreach.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sanjoseca.gov
Housing help · City office
City of San José Housing Authority, administered by the Housing Authority of the County of Santa Clara
505 W. Julian St., San José, CA 95110
Help here
- Housing Choice VouchersContact the Housing Authority for information about applying for a Section 8 voucher.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on scchousingauthority.org
Utilities · City office
San José Clean Energy
200 E. Santa Clara St., San José, CA 95113
Help here
- Electricity bill discountsLearn about electricity bill discounts and how to check if you qualify.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sanjoseca.gov
Local office · City office
Office of the Independent Police Auditor
96 N. Third St., Suite 150, San José, CA 95112
Help here
- Police conduct complaintsFile a complaint about San José police conduct and get updates while the complaint is reviewed.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sanjoseca.gov
Older adults · City office
Older Adults 50+ Programs, Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services
Help here
- Older adult programsFind activities, health and wellness programs, and senior meal locations around San José.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sanjoseca.gov
Local office · City office
BeautifySJ
1601 Foxworthy Ave., San José, CA 95118
Help here
- Neighborhood cleanups and engagementFind help with neighborhood cleanup events, litter reports, and connections to City services.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sanjoseca.gov
Local office · City office
San José 311
Help here
- City service requestsReport and track City service issues such as potholes, graffiti, illegal dumping, or streetlights.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sanjoseca.gov
Human services · City office
Youth Intervention Services
Help here
- Youth employment and intervention programsFind youth job opportunities and intervention programs for young people affected by violence or other barriers.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sanjoseca.gov
Immigrant services · City office
Welcoming San José, Office of Racial and Social Equity
200 E. Santa Clara St., San José, CA 95113
Help here
- Immigrant community informationFind City information and plans focused on making San José welcoming to immigrants.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sanjoseca.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
work2future San José Job Center
1608 Las Plumas Ave., San José, CA 95133
Help here
- Career services and trainingGet career coaching, job search help, workshops, and information about training programs.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on work2future.org
Jobs and training · Regional office
work2future North San José Job Center
1901 Zanker Road, San José, CA 95134
Help here
- Career services and trainingContact the job center to arrange in-person help with job search and career services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on work2future.org
State office
California DMV San Jose Field Office
111 W. Alma Ave., San José, CA 95110
Help here
- Driver licensing and DMV servicesVisit the field office for driver licensing and other DMV services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.ca.gov
State office
California DMV Santa Teresa Field Office
180 Martinvale Lane, San José, CA 95119
Help here
- Driver licensing and DMV servicesVisit the field office for driver licensing and other DMV services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.ca.gov
Library · City office
San José Public Library
Help here
- Library systemGet a library card and find books, learning resources, programs, and library locations.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sjlibrary.org
Local office · City office
Department of Transportation
200 E. Santa Clara St., San José, CA 95113
Help here
- Transportation options and fare programsFind information about local transportation options and fare discount programs.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sanjoseca.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services
200 E. Santa Clara St., San José, CA 95113
Help here
- Parks, classes, and activitiesFind City parks, recreation programs, classes, and activities.Read more
- Scholarship for classes and activitiesEligible San José residents can apply for help paying for City recreation programs and classes.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sanjoseca.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve San Jose
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
Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
750 Curtner Avenue, San Jose, CA 95125
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
Bay Area Legal Aid
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Nonprofit
California Rural Legal Assistance, 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
Sacred Heart Community Services
1381 South First Street, San Jose, CA 95110
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Santa Clara County
San Jose is in Santa Clara County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Social Services Agency, Department of Employment and Benefit Services
1867 Senter Road, San Jose, CA 95112
Help here
- Public benefitsApply for CalFresh food benefits, Medi-Cal, CalWORKs, General Assistance, and other cash aid.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ssa.santaclaracounty.gov
Human services · Regional office
211 Bay Area
Help here
- Community service referralsCall 211 for help finding food, shelter, health care, jobs, senior services, and other local support.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211bayarea.org
Public health · County office
Santa Clara County WIC
725 E. Santa Clara Street, Suite 200, San Jose, CA 95112
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportWIC offers healthy food, nutrition advice, and breastfeeding support to eligible pregnant people, new parents, and young children.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on publichealth.santaclaracounty.gov
Child support · County office
Department of Child Support Services
333 W. Julian Street, San Jose, CA 95110
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help establishing parentage, setting up child support, or managing a support case.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dcss.santaclaracounty.gov
Housing help · Regional office
Santa Clara County Housing Authority
505 West Julian Street, San Jose, CA 95110
Help here
- Housing assistanceFind information about housing vouchers and affordable housing programs.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on scchousingauthority.org
Public health · County office
Public Health Department
976 Lenzen Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
Help here
- Public health servicesFind county health programs, clinics, and information about staying healthy.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on publichealth.santaclaracounty.gov
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 Santa Clara County
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 800-436-9997 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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