Indian Wells

Local offices in Indian Wells

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

• Human services · Regional office

  211 Riverside County

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 for help finding housing, food, health care, and other local services.
  Call 800-464-1123Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on inlandsocaluw.org

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Joslyn Center

  Help here

  • Senior programs and supportAdults age 50 and older can find classes, activities, referrals, and support services here.Read more
  Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on joslyncenter.org

• Local office · City office

  Indian Wells City Hall

  44-950 Eldorado Drive, Indian Wells, CA 92210

  Help here

  • City services and informationContact City Hall for help with city services, public information, and city records.
  Call 760-346-2489DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofindianwells.org

City of Indian Wells website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Indian Wells

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

Offices for all of Riverside County

Indian Wells is in Riverside County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Riverside County Department of Public Social Services

  Help here

  • Benefits and family supportApply for food, cash, health coverage, child care, and employment support.Apply online
  Call 877-410-8827Website

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

• Public health · County office

  Riverside County WIC

  4065 County Circle Drive, Riverside, CA 92503

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportWIC offers food benefits and nutrition support to eligible pregnant people and families with children under five.Apply online
  Call 800-455-4942DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · County office

  Riverside County Department of Child Support Services

  2081 Iowa Avenue, Riverside, CA 92507

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help setting up, changing, or enforcing child support and health coverage orders.
  Call 866-901-3212DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · County office

  Housing Authority of the County of Riverside

  5555 Arlington Avenue, Riverside, CA 92504

  Help here

  • Housing assistanceContact the Housing Authority for rental assistance and housing support.
  Call 951-351-0700DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Riverside University Health System Public Health

  4065 County Circle Drive, Riverside, CA 92503

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet public health information, services, and clinic support for Riverside County residents.
  Call 951-358-5000DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Riverside University Health System Behavioral Health

  4095 County Circle Drive, Riverside, CA 92503

  Help here

  • Behavioral health careGet mental health treatment and support for children, adults, and older adults.
  Call 800-706-7500DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Riverside 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