Salinas

Local offices in Salinas

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

• Housing authority · City office

  Housing and Community Development Division

  65 West Alisal Street, Salinas, CA 93901

  Help here

  • Rental assistanceEligible Salinas renters facing eviction may apply for the city's short-term rental assistance when the program is open and funds are available.Apply online
  • Housing and homelessness resourcesGet information about affordable housing, tenant resources, and help for people experiencing homelessness.
  Call 831-758-7334DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on salinas.gov

• Utilities · City office

  Residential Sewer Payment Assistance Program

  Help here

  • Sewer bill assistanceQualifying residential sewer customers may apply for a one-time payment toward their annual city sewer charges.
  Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on salinas.gov

• Local office · City office

  City of Salinas City Hall

  200 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, CA 93901

  Help here

  • City information and assistanceContact City Administration for help finding city information and services.
  Call 831-758-7381DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on salinas.gov

• Older adults · City office

  Senior Program at Firehouse Recreation Center

  1330 East Alisal Street, Salinas, CA 93905

  Help here

  • Senior activities and mealsAdults can join senior activities, attend health and resource events, and get information about the optional weekday lunch.
  Call 831-758-7306DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on salinas.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  Salinas America's Job Center of California

  928 East Blanco Road, Suite 280, Salinas, CA 93901

  Help here

  • Employment and job search helpGet help connecting with job search, training, and employment services.
  Call 831-202-9199DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on edd.ca.gov

• State office · State office

  Salinas DMV Field Office

  260 East Laurel Drive, Salinas, CA 93906

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and identificationApply for or renew a California driver license or identification card at the field office.Apply online
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.ca.gov

• Library · City office

  Salinas Public Library

  350 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, CA 93901

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card and borrow books, media, and digital resources at Salinas library branches.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 831-758-7311DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on library.salinas.gov

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Recreation and Parks Division

  320 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, CA 93901

  Help here

  • Parks and recreation programsFind recreation classes, sports, events, parks, and permits for residents of all ages.
  Call 831-758-7306DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on salinas.gov

City of Salinas website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Salinas

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

Offices for all of Monterey County

Salinas is in Monterey County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Monterey County Department of Social Services, Community Benefits

  1000 S. Main St., Suite 216, Salinas, CA 93901

  Help here

  • CalFresh, CalWORKs, Medi-Cal and General AssistanceApply for food, cash and health coverage benefits or get help with an application.Apply online
  Call 877-410-8823DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on countyofmonterey.gov

• Public health · County office

  Monterey County WIC, Salinas

  632 E. Alisal Street, Salinas, CA 93905

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition assistanceAsk about food and nutrition support for eligible women, infants and children.
  Call 831-796-2888DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on countyofmonterey.gov

• Child support · County office

  Monterey County Department of Child Support Services

  1441 Schilling Place, Salinas, CA 93901

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help starting, changing or enforcing a child support order.Apply online
  Call 866-901-3212DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on countyofmonterey.gov

• Housing authority · Regional office

  Housing Authority of the County of Monterey

  123 Rico Street, Salinas, CA 93907

  Help here

  • Affordable housingFind information about affordable housing programs and how to apply for housing assistance.Apply online
  Call 831-775-5000DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hamonterey.org

• Public health · County office

  Monterey County Health Department, Public Health

  1270 Natividad Road, Salinas, CA 93906

  Help here

  • Public health information and programsGet information about county public health programs, immunizations and communicable diseases.
  Call 831-755-4500DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on countyofmonterey.gov

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Monterey County Behavioral Health

  1441 Constitution Blvd., Building 400, Suite 202, Salinas, CA 93906

  Help here

  • Behavioral health access and servicesCall the Access Team to talk about mental health or substance use support and find services.
  Call 888-258-6029DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on countyofmonterey.gov

Everything in Monterey 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