Anaheim

Local offices in Anaheim

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

• Human services · City office

  Downtown Anaheim Family Resource Center

  250 E. Center St., Anaheim, CA 92805

  Help here

  • Family support and benefit enrollment helpStaff connect families with local resources, food and diaper distributions, utility application help, and enrollment help for Medi-Cal and CalFresh.
  Call 714-765-4500DirectionsWebsite

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

• Human services · City office

  Ponderosa Park and Family Resource Center

  320 E. Orangewood Ave., Anaheim, CA 92802

  Help here

  • Family support and benefit enrollment helpStaff connect families with local resources, food and diaper distributions, utility application help, and enrollment help for Medi-Cal and CalFresh.
  Call 714-765-5400DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · City office

  Anaheim Housing Authority

  201 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 201, Anaheim, CA 92805

  Help here

  • Housing Choice and project-based vouchersThe Housing Authority offers rental assistance through tenant-based and project-based voucher programs.Apply online
  • Affordable rental housing informationResidents can join an interest list to hear when certain affordable apartments become available.Apply online
  Call 714-765-4320DirectionsWebsite

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

• Utilities · City office

  Anaheim Public Utilities Customer Service

  201 S. Anaheim Blvd., 1st Floor, Anaheim, CA 92805

  Help here

  • Water and electric account helpCustomers can get help starting, stopping, or moving water and electric service and ask about payment options.
  • Income-qualified utility discounts and rebatesEligible residents can apply for utility bill discounts and rebates through available income-qualified programs.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 714-765-3300DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · City office

  Anaheim Older Adult Program

  Help here

  • Older adult activities and resourcesAdults 55 and older can find activities, wellness programs, workshops, and community resources at city centers.
  • Senior Wheels transportationThe program provides transportation for older adults to and from the congregate lunch program.
  Call 714-765-4511Website

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

• Local office · City office

  Anaheim 311

  200 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805

  Help here

  • City information and service requestsCall 311 for city information or to report neighborhood problems such as graffiti, streetlight outages, and abandoned items.
  Call 714-765-4311DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  Community Preservation

  200 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 525, Anaheim, CA 92805

  Help here

  • Neighborhood code and graffiti reportsResidents can report graffiti and ask the city to investigate property maintenance and other code concerns.Apply online
  Call 714-765-5158DirectionsWebsite

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

• Human services · City office

  West Anaheim Youth Center

  320 S. Beach Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92804

  Help here

  • Youth programsYoung people can join after-school activities, sports, classes, workshops, and teen programs.
  Call 714-765-6400DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · City office

  Anaheim Workforce Connection

  201 S. Anaheim Blvd., 2nd Floor, Anaheim, CA 92805

  Help here

  • Job search and training supportJob seekers can use career resources and get help with resumes, interviews, career planning, and training options.
  Call 714-765-4350DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  California Employment Development Department Youth Employment Opportunity Program

  201 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 202, Anaheim, CA 92805

  Help here

  • Youth school and career supportThe program helps young people ages 15 to 25 with school and career goals.
  Call 714-565-2623DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on edd.ca.gov

• Library · City office

  Anaheim Public Library

  500 W. Broadway, Anaheim, CA 92805

  Help here

  • Library servicesResidents can use library locations, borrow materials, and find programs and learning resources.
  Call 714-765-1880DirectionsWebsite

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

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Anaheim Community Services Parks Division

  200 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 433, Anaheim, CA 92805

  Help here

  • Parks and recreation facilitiesResidents can find city parks, trails, recreation facilities, and information about reserving fields and picnic areas.Apply online
  Call 714-765-5155DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Anaheim website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Anaheim

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

Offices for all of Orange County

Anaheim is in Orange County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Orange County Social Services Agency

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and health benefitsApply for CalFresh food benefits, CalWORKs cash aid, Medi-Cal, and other assistance at a regional office.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 800-281-9799Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ssa.ocgov.com

• Public health · County office

  Orange County Health Care Agency WIC

  2137 E. Ball Rd., Anaheim, CA 92806

  Help here

  • WIC food and nutrition supportWIC helps eligible families with young children and pregnant people get healthy food and nutrition support.Apply online
  Call 888-968-7942DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ochealthinfo.com

• Child support · County office

  Orange County Child Support Services

  1055 N. Main Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701

  Help here

  • Child support case helpGet help opening or managing a child support case and completing related forms.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 866-901-3212DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on css.ocgov.com

• Housing help · County office

  Orange County Housing Authority

  1501 E. St. Andrew Place, Santa Ana, CA 92705

  Help here

  • Housing vouchers and rental assistanceThe housing authority helps eligible residents use rental assistance and housing vouchers.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 714-480-2700DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on housingauthority.oc.gov

• Local office · Nonprofit

  211 Orange County

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 any time to get connected with local health, housing, food, and other support services.Read more
  Call 888-600-4357Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 211oc.org

• Public health · County office

  Orange County Health Care Agency Public Health Services

  1725 W. 17th St., Santa Ana, CA 92706

  Help here

  • Public health clinicsGet information about county clinics, vaccines, testing, and other public health services.
  Call 800-564-8448DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ochealthinfo.com

Everything in Orange 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