Santee

Local offices in Santee

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  211 San Diego

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 any time to find help with food, housing, health care, utility bills, and other needs.Read more
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211sandiego.org

• Utilities · Regional office

  Padre Dam Municipal Water District Customer Service Center

  9300 Fanita Parkway, Santee, CA 92071

  Help here

  • Water and wastewater serviceContact the district about water and wastewater service and related customer billing questions.
  Call 619-448-3111DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  City of Santee General Information

  10601 Magnolia Ave., Santee, CA 92071

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  • General city helpCall or visit City Hall for general questions, walk-in services, or help reaching a city department.
  Call 619-258-4100DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  San Diego County Library, Santee Branch

  9225 Carlton Hills Blvd. #17, Santee, CA 92071

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card and borrow books and other materials, use library resources, or attend branch programs.Apply online
  Call 619-448-1863DirectionsWebsite

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

• Parks and recreation · City office

  City of Santee Community Services Department

  10601 Magnolia Avenue, Building 6, Santee, CA 92071

  Help here

  • Parks and recreation programsFind recreation programs, camps, special events, park reservations, and senior activities for people age 55 and older.
  Call 619-258-4100DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Santee website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Santee

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

Offices for all of San Diego County

Santee is in San Diego County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Central Region Family Resource Center - Metro

  1130 10th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

  Help here

  • CalFresh, Medi-Cal and General ReliefApply for food assistance, health coverage or temporary cash aid here.Apply online
  Call 866-262-9881DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · County office

  Community Action Partnership of San Diego County

  Help here

  • Household and community supportFind local help with household needs, income supports and financial skills.Read more
  Call 619-338-2799Website

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

• Child support · County office

  Department of Child Support Services

  3666 Kearny Villa Road, San Diego, CA 92123

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help with child support services, payments and case questions.Read more
  Call 866-901-3212DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · County office

  Housing Authority of the County of San Diego

  3989 Ruffin Road, San Diego, CA 92123

  Help here

  • Rental assistance and public housingGet information about rental assistance and affordable housing programs.Apply online
  Call 858-694-4801DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Central Public Health Center

  5101 Market Street, Suite 2000, San Diego, CA 92114

  Help here

  • Preventive health servicesGet eligible vaccinations and other preventive health services here.
  Call 619-229-5400DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Behavioral Health Services

  Help here

  • Mental health and substance use careFind mental health and substance use treatment and support services.
  Call 619-563-2700Website

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

Everything in San Diego 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