Rialto

Local offices in Rialto

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

• Housing help · City office

  City of Rialto Housing Division

  Help here

  • Housing and home repair helpAsk about city housing programs, home repair grants, and referrals for affordable housing.
  Call 909-820-2505Website

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

• Utilities · City office

  City of Rialto Utilities Department

  Help here

  • Water and sewer serviceGet help with city water and sewer service and learn about related rates and charges.
  Call 909-820-8056Website

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

• Local office · City office

  Community Compliance Division

  128 N. Willow Ave., Rialto, CA 92376

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsUse the city's resource guides to find local housing, senior, and utility assistance information.
  Call 909-820-8070DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  211 San Bernardino County

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall or visit 211 to find local help with basic needs and community services.
  Call 211Website

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

• Older adults · City office

  Grace Vargas Senior Center

  1411 S. Riverside Avenue, Rialto, CA

  Help here

  • Senior programs and activitiesRialto seniors can find activities, events, and available resources at the senior center.
  Call 909-877-9706DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Rialto Branch Library

  251 W. 1st St., Rialto, CA 92376

  Help here

  • Library services and programsVisit for library materials, public computers, and programs; check the library website for current hours and closures.
  Call 909-356-2570DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on library.sbcounty.gov

• Library · County office

  Carter Branch Library

  2630 N. Linden Ave., Rialto, CA 92377

  Help here

  • Library services and programsVisit for library materials, public computers, and programs.
  Call 909-854-4100DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on library.sbcounty.gov

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Parks, Recreation & Community Services Department

  Help here

  • Parks and recreation programsFind recreation programs, classes, activities, and city park information.
  Call 909-421-4949Website

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

City of Rialto website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Rialto

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

Offices for all of San Bernardino County

Rialto is in San Bernardino County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Transitional Assistance Department

  Help here

  • Cash, food, and health benefitsApply for or get help with CalWORKs, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, and other assistance.Apply online
  Call 909-388-0245Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wp.sbcounty.gov

• Public health · County office

  San Bernardino County WIC Program

  Help here

  • WIC food and nutrition supportWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children get healthy food, nutrition advice, and breastfeeding support.Apply online
  Call 800-472-2321Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wic.sbcounty.gov

• Housing help · County office

  Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino

  715 E. Brier Drive, San Bernardino, CA 92408

  Help here

  • Affordable housing and rental assistanceAsk about affordable housing and rental assistance for eligible households.Apply online
  Call 909-890-0644DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  Inland SoCal 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 any time to find local help and community resources.
  Call 211Website

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

• Public health · County office

  San Bernardino County Department of Public Health

  451 E. Vanderbilt Way, San Bernardino, CA 92408

  Help here

  • Public health servicesFind county clinics, health programs, disease information, and other public health services.Read more
  Call 800-782-4264DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dph.sbcounty.gov

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health

  Help here

  • Mental health and substance use servicesCall for help finding mental health or substance use care, including crisis and treatment services.
  Call 888-743-1478Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wp.sbcounty.gov

Everything in San Bernardino 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