Vacaville
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Local offices in Vacaville
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
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
Human services · City office
Housing and Community Services
40 Eldridge Avenue, Suite 2, Vacaville, CA 95688
Help here
- Housing help and social service referralsContact the department for housing assistance, fair housing information, and referrals to social services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofvacaville.gov
Housing help · City office
Vacaville Housing Authority
40 Eldridge Avenue, Suite 2, Vacaville, CA 95688
Help here
- Housing Choice Voucher ProgramThe authority helps eligible households pay part of their rent through the Housing Choice Voucher Program.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofvacaville.gov
Utilities · City office
Utility Billing
650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688
Help here
- Water bill low income discountEligible customers enrolled in PG&E CARE may apply for a discount on their city water service charges.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofvacaville.gov
Older adults · City office
John A. McBride Senior Center
91 Town Square Place, Vacaville, CA 95688
Help here
- Senior programs and servicesOlder adults can find classes, social activities, day trips, and information about services at the senior center.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofvacaville.gov
State office
California DMV Vacaville Field Office
621 Orange Drive, Vacaville, CA 95687
Help here
- Driver licensing and identificationVisit the DMV for driver license and identification card services.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.ca.gov
Library · County office
Vacaville Town Square Library
1 Town Square Place, Vacaville, CA 95688
Help here
- Public library servicesResidents can visit the library for books, public computers, and library programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on solanolibrary.com
Local office · City office
City Hall and Customer Service
650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688
Help here
- City information and service referralsCall or visit for general information about city services and how to reach the right department.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofvacaville.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Parks and Recreation Department
Help here
- Recreation programs and park servicesResidents can register for recreation programs, camps, sports, and activities at city community centers.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofvacaville.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Vacaville first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Antioch Progressive Church Food Pantry
Antioch Progressive Church
27 miles from the center of Vacaville7650 Amherst Street, Sacramento, CA 95832
Hours
- Tue8:30 AM to 3 PM
Who can come: Everyone
What to bring: Register in person and receive a number. First come, first served.
Listed on antiochprogressivechurch.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
The Gift of Groceries
New Hope Community Church
27 miles from the center of Vacaville1821 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, CA 95832
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Every Thursday. Online sign-up is available from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm; in-person sign-up is available from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm; distribution ends at 3:30 pm.
Who can come: Adults 18 and older
What to bring: Sign up online or in person to receive a numbered ticket
Listed on newhopemeadowview.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
South Sacramento Interfaith Partnership Food Closet
29 miles from the center of Vacaville5625 24th Street, Sacramento, CA 95822
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 11:30 AM
- Tue9 AM to 11:30 AM
- Wed9 AM to 11:30 AM
- Thu9 AM to 11:30 AM
- Fri9 AM to 11:30 AM
Who can come: Sacramento area residents facing food insecurity
Listed on ssipfoodcloset.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Food & Clothes Closet
Daughters of Zion Enterpryz
30 miles from the center of Vacaville6524 44th Street, Sacramento, CA 95823
Hours
- Wed4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Who can come: Food insecure individuals in Sacramento County and surrounding areas
Listed on dozenterpryz.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Wednesday Respite
Westminster Presbyterian Church
30 miles from the center of Vacaville1300 N St, Sacramento, CA 95814
Hours
- Wed9 AM to 11 AM
Who can come: Neighbors experiencing hard times
Listed on westminsac.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Mobile pantry
Mack Road Valley Hi Community Center
Health Education Council
30 miles from the center of Vacaville7833 Center Parkway, Sacramento, CA 95823
Hours
- Wed1:30 PM to 5:30 PM (1st and 3rd of the month)
Listed on healthedcouncil.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Vacaville
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
Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano
4010 Nelson Ave, Concord, CA 94520
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
Community Action Partnership of Solano, JPA
1000 Webster Street Special Projects: City Managers Office, City of Fairfield, Fairfield, CA 94533
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Solano County
Vacaville is in Solano County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Solano County Employment and Eligibility
275 Beck Avenue, Fairfield, CA 94533
Help here
- CalFresh, Medi-Cal, and cash assistanceGet help applying for food, health coverage, and cash benefits for eligible households.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on solanocounty.gov
Public health · County office
Solano County WIC
2101 Courage Drive, Fairfield, CA 94533
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children can get food benefits, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on solanocounty.gov
Child support · County office
Solano Child Support Services
675 Texas Street, Suite 5700, Fairfield, CA 94533
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help establishing parentage, collecting child support, and managing a support case.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on solanocounty.gov
Community action · Nonprofit
Community Action North Bay
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield, CA 94533
Help here
- Community support and housing servicesContact the agency to ask about housing and support services for people in Solano County.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on canbsolano.org
Public health · County office
Solano Public Health
275 Beck Avenue, Fairfield, CA 94533
Help here
- Public health servicesGet public health information, nursing support, and help with health programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on solanocounty.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Solano County Behavioral Health
275 Beck Avenue, Fairfield, CA 94533
Help here
- Mental health and substance use servicesCall for help finding county mental health or substance use services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on solanocounty.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 Bay Area
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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