Susanville
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Local offices in Susanville
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · County office
LassenWORKs
1616 Chestnut Street, Susanville, CA 96130
Help here
- CalFresh, CalWORKs, and health benefit applicationsApply for food and cash aid or health benefits at the county office.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on lassencounty.gov
Utilities · City office
City of Susanville Finance Department
66 N. Lassen Street, Susanville, CA 96130
Help here
- Water and natural gas billsPay a water or natural gas bill, ask about charges, or apply to start service.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofsusanville.gov
Local office · City office
Susanville City Hall
66 N. Lassen Street, Susanville, CA 96130
Help here
- City government information and servicesVisit City Hall for help finding city services and information.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofsusanville.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
America's Job Center of California, Lassen
1626 Main Street, Suite B, Susanville, CA 96130
Help here
- Job search and employment helpGet help finding work, building job skills, and using job search resources.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on afwd.org
State office · State office
California DMV Susanville Field Office
2615 Main Street, Susanville, CA 96130
Help here
- Driver licensing and DMV servicesApply for or renew a driver license or ID, take tests, or handle vehicle title and registration services.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on dmv.ca.gov
Library · Regional office
Lassen Library District
1618 Main Street, Susanville, CA 96130
Help here
- Library servicesUse the library's books, public computers, Wi-Fi, and study spaces.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on lassenlibrary.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Susanville Community Center
95 N. Weatherlow Street, Susanville, CA
Help here
- Community center rentalReserve the community center for a meeting, class, or gathering.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofsusanville.gov
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Susanville
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
Food Bank of Northern Nevada
550 Italy Dr, Sparks, NV 89437
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
Legal Services of Northern California, 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
Plumas County Community Development Commission
P.O. Box 319, Quincy, CA 95971
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Lassen County
Susanville is in Lassen County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Lassen County Health and Social Services
1445 Paul Bunyan Rd, Susanville, CA 96130
Help here
- Public benefitsApply for CalFresh, CalWORKs, and health care benefits in person or get help with an application.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lassencounty.gov
Child support · County office
Lassen County Department of Child Support Services
2950 Riverside Drive, Suite 104, Susanville, CA 96130
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help starting or changing a child support case and with support orders and payments.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lassencounty.gov
Local office · County office
Lassen County Housing & Grants
1445 Paul Bunyan Road, Suite D, Susanville, CA 96130
Help here
- Housing assistanceAsk about housing navigation, case management, or financial help with housing costs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lassencounty.gov
Local office · Nonprofit
211 Lassen County
Help here
- Local resource informationFind local help and referrals; the service is listed for Lassen County during disasters.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on 211lassencounty.org
Public health · County office
Lassen County Public Health
1445 Paul Bunyan Road, Suite B, Susanville, CA 96130
Help here
- Public health clinic servicesGet vaccinations, pregnancy testing, STI and HIV testing, and other clinic services by appointment.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lassencounty.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Lassen County Behavioral Health
555 Hospital Lane, Susanville, CA 96130
Help here
- Mental health and substance use servicesGet help with mental health needs, substance use treatment, and behavioral health crises.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lassencounty.gov
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
Talk to a person
- 211 Lassen County
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.
Call 988Text 988