Stockton

Local offices in Stockton

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

• Utilities · City office

  Municipal Utilities Department and Utility Billing

  425 N. El Dorado Street, Stockton, CA 95202

  Help here

  • Utility accounts and billsStart or manage city water, sewer, and stormwater service, ask about a bill, or request a bill review.Read more
  • Disabled low-income solid waste discountEligible disabled residents under 65 can apply for a 10% discount on solid waste rates.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 209-937-8295DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · City office

  Stockton Fire Department

  Help here

  • Fire safety informationResidents can contact the department for fire safety information and non-emergency help.
  Call 209-937-8801Website

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

• Local office · City office

  Stockton Police Department Neighborhood Services

  22 E. Weber Avenue, Room 350, Stockton, CA 95202

  Help here

  • Neighborhood code enforcementResidents can report unsafe or unmaintained properties, illegal dumping, junk, and abandoned vehicles on private property.
  • Graffiti reportsResidents can report graffiti to the city for follow-up.
  Call 209-937-8813DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · County office

  Stockton America's Job Center of California

  6221 West Lane, Suite 105, Stockton, CA 95210

  Help here

  • Job search and employment servicesJob seekers can get help finding work, training, and connecting with employers.
  Call 209-468-3500DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on edd.ca.gov

• State office

  Stockton DMV Field Office

  55 S. Lincoln Street, Stockton, CA 95203

  Help here

  • Driver licensing and identificationResidents can apply for or renew a driver's license or state identification card.
  • Vehicle registration and testingResidents can handle vehicle registration, title transfers, plates, permits, and testing.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.ca.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Stockton-San Joaquin County Public Library

  Help here

  • Public library servicesResidents can borrow books and other materials, use library resources, and take part in learning programs.
  Call 209-937-8221Website

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

• Local office · City office

  Public Works Department

  Help here

  • Street and public works service requestsResidents can report street problems such as potholes, damaged street lights, and debris on city streets.
  Call 209-937-8411Website

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

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Parks and Recreation

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  • Recreation programs and youth activitiesResidents can find city recreation programs, sports, camps, and activities for children and teens.
  • Youth program fee discountA parent or guardian can apply for a 25% discount on eligible youth and teen program registration fees.
  Call 209-937-8206Website

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

City of Stockton website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Stockton

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

Offices for all of San Joaquin County

Stockton is in San Joaquin County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• 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.
  Call 209-468-1000DirectionsWebsite

  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.
  Website

  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.
  Call 209-460-5000DirectionsWebsite

  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.
  Call 209-468-3400DirectionsWebsite

  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.
  Call 209-468-8700DirectionsWebsite

  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.
  Call 209-468-2600Website

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

Everything 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