Monte Sereno

Local offices in Monte Sereno

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

• Local office · City office

  Monte Sereno City Hall

  18041 Saratoga-Los Gatos Road, Monte Sereno, CA 95030

  Help here

  • City services and informationContact City Hall for help with city services, forms, and questions about local government.
  Call 408-354-7635DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on montesereno.org

• Older adults · Regional office

  LGS Recreation 55 Plus Office

  Adult Recreation Center, 208 East Main Street, Los Gatos, CA 95030

  Help here

  • Programs for adults age 55 and olderAdults age 55 and older from Monte Sereno can get information about classes, social events, fitness programs, and other activities.
  Call 408-354-1514DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on lgsrecreation.org

City of Monte Sereno website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Monte Sereno

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

Offices for all of Santa Clara County

Monte Sereno 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
  Call 408-758-3800DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on 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.
  Call 211Website

  Checked on 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.
  Call 408-792-5101DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on 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
  Call 866-901-3212DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dcss.santaclaracounty.gov

• Housing authority · 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
  Call 408-275-8770DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on 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.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on publichealth.santaclaracounty.gov

Everything in Santa Clara 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.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• 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.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

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