South San Francisco

Local offices in South San Francisco

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

• Housing help · City office

  South San Francisco Housing Division

  Help here

  • Housing and rental helpFind city information about affordable housing, rent help, and housing resources.
  Call 650-829-6620Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ssfca.gov

• Local office · City office

  City of South San Francisco, City Hall

  400 Grand Ave, South San Francisco, CA 94080

  Help here

  • Contact the cityCall or email the City Manager's Office with a question or concern about city services.
  Call 650-877-8500DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ssfca.gov

• Older adults · City office

  Roberta Cerri Teglia Center Senior Services

  601 Grand Ave, 3rd Floor, South San Francisco, CA 94080

  Help here

  • Senior programs and referralsOlder adults can find programs, screenings, and referrals to community support.
  Call 650-829-3820DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ssfca.gov

• Library · City office

  South San Francisco Public Library

  901 Civic Campus Way, South San Francisco, CA 94080

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to use its collections, programs, and public services.
  Call 650-829-3860DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ssfca.gov

• Parks and recreation · City office

  South San Francisco Parks & Recreation Department

  901 Civic Campus Way, South San Francisco, CA 94080

  Help here

  • Recreation programsGet information about recreation classes, programs, and facilities.
  Call 650-829-3800DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ssfca.gov

City of South San Francisco website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve South San Francisco

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

Offices for all of San Mateo County

South San Francisco is in San Mateo County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Human Services Agency

  1500 Fashion Island Blvd, San Mateo, CA 94404

  Help here

  • Public assistanceApply for CalFresh, CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, and General Assistance.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 650-802-7500DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  San Mateo County WIC Program

  306 Spruce Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children nutrition supportEligible families with young children can get healthy food, nutrition information, and breastfeeding support.
  Call 650-573-2168DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · County office

  Department of Child Support Services

  555 County Center, 2nd Floor, Redwood City, CA 94063

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help with child support orders, payments, and your child support case.Apply online
  Call 866-901-3212DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · County office

  San Mateo County Community Action Agency

  Help here

  • Community action and self-sufficiency supportThe county agency supports programs that help residents address poverty and prevent or end homelessness.
  Website

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

• Housing help · County office

  Housing Authority of the County of San Mateo

  264 Harbor Boulevard, Belmont, CA 94002

  Help here

  • Rental assistanceApply for open housing voucher waitlists and get help with rental assistance applications.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 650-802-3300DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  San Mateo County Health

  2000 Alameda de las Pulgas, San Mateo, CA 94403

  Help here

  • Health services and public health programsFind county health programs, medical services, and public health information.
  Call 650-573-2222DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in San Mateo 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