San Joaquin County
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Local offices in San Joaquin County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · County office
San Joaquin County Human Services Agency
333 E. Washington Street, Stockton, CA 95202
Help here
- Human services assistanceContact the agency for help with county human services programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sjchsa.org
Child support · County office
San Joaquin County Department of Child Support Services
Help here
- Child support servicesThe department helps establish, change, and enforce child support orders.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sanjoaquin.gov
Housing help · County office
Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin
2575 Grand Canal Boulevard, Stockton, CA 95207
Help here
- Housing assistanceContact the Housing Authority about its housing programs and services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hacsjonline.org
Public health · County office
San Joaquin County Public Health Services
1601 E. Hazelton Avenue, Stockton, CA 95205
Help here
- Public health servicesContact the department for county public health services and information.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sanjoaquin.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
San Joaquin County Behavioral Health Services
1212 N. California Street, Stockton, CA 95202
Help here
- Behavioral health servicesContact the county for mental health and substance use services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sanjoaquin.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
San Joaquin County Superior Court Self-Help Center
Help here
- Court self-helpThe center helps people without lawyers understand court forms and procedures.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sjcourts.org
Courts and legal help · County office
San Joaquin County Law Library
Help here
- Legal research resourcesThe library provides legal research materials and can direct visitors to self-help resources.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sjclawlibrary.org
Older adults · Regional office
San Joaquin County Aging and Community Services
Help here
- Aging servicesThe county's designated Area Agency on Aging provides services for older adults.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sjchsa.org
Veterans · County office
San Joaquin County Veterans Service Office
6221 West Lane, Suite 105, Stockton, CA 95210
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceThe office helps veterans and dependents with benefits claims and applications.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sanjoaquin.gov
Emergency help · County office
San Joaquin County Office of Emergency Services
2101 East Earhart Avenue, Suite 300, Stockton, CA 95206
Help here
- Emergency preparedness informationThe office provides disaster preparedness information for county residents.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sanjoaquin.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals in San Joaquin County, closest to the center of Stockton first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Valley Ministries MCC Food Pantry
Valley Ministries MCC
1.4 miles from the center of Stockton4118 Coronado Ave., Stockton, CA 95204
Hours
- Wed9 AM to 1 PM
- Sun9 AM to 10:30 AM
Who can come: People in need throughout Stockton
What to bring: No ID or permanent address is needed. Give your name, date of birth and county of residence. You must pick up your own food in person.
Listed on vmmcc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Saint Vincent de Paul
1.7 miles from the center of Stockton2544 Plymouth Rd., Stockton, CA 95204
Hours
- Fri10 AM to 12 PM. Breakfast; 10 AM to 12 PM (1st and 3rd of the month). Food pantry
Listed on sjgov.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Saint Mary’s Interfaith Community Services
2.1 miles from the center of Stockton545 W. Sonora St., Stockton, CA 95203
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Open daily: Breakfast at: 8:30 am. Lunch at: 12 pm. Dinner at: 4:30 pm.
Who can come: Anyone
Listed on sjgov.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Good Samaritan Training Center
2.1 miles from the center of Stockton1331 East Fremont Street, Stockton, CA 95205
Hours
- Tue9 AM to 12 PM
- Wed9 AM to 12 PM
- Fri9 AM to 12 PM
Listed on goodsamaritantrainingcenter.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Boggs Tract Community Center
San Joaquin County Human Services Agency
2.3 miles from the center of Stockton533 S. Los Angeles St., Stockton, CA 95203
Hours
- Fri9 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: ZIP codes 95201, 95202, 95203, 95207, 95208, 95209, 95210, 95219 and 95234
Listed on sjgov.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Stockton Corps Community Center
The Salvation Army
2.3 miles from the center of Stockton1305 E. Weber Avenue, Stockton, CA 95205
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 3 PM
- Tue9 AM to 12 PM
- Wed9 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 3 PM
- Thu9 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: Stockton, French Camp, Lathrop and Manteca
What to bring: Bring photo ID for all family members and proof of address. Food can be received once every two months.
Listed on sjgov.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve San Joaquin County
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Second Harvest of the Greater Valley
1220 Vanderbilt Cir, Manteca, CA 95337
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
San Joaquin County Department of Aging & Community Services
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in San Joaquin 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
Talk to a person
- 211 California
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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