Visalia

Local offices in Visalia

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

• State office · County office

  Tulare County Health and Human Services, Visalia Office

  1845 N. Dinuba Blvd., Visalia, CA 93291

  Help here

  • Benefits applicationsVisit the county office to apply for CalFresh, CalWORKs, and other county benefits.
  Call 559-624-8100DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing authority · Regional office

  Housing Authority of the County of Tulare, Visalia Office

  1138 S. Crenshaw Court, Visalia, CA 93277

  Help here

  • Rental assistance and public housingContact the housing authority for help applying for rental assistance or public housing.Apply online
  Call 559-738-8450DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hatc.net

• Utilities · City office

  City of Visalia Utility Billing

  707 W. Acequia Ave., Visalia, CA 93291

  Help here

  • Utility billing and serviceGet help paying or changing city trash, sewer, groundwater, and storm drain services.
  • Senior utility discountsEligible older residents can apply for reduced refuse and sewer charges.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 559-713-4499DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  City of Visalia Administration Office

  220 N. Santa Fe St., Visalia, CA 93292

  Help here

  • City information and assistanceCall the city administration office for help finding the right city department.Read more
  Call 559-713-4355DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · City office

  Visalia Senior Center

  310 N. Locust St., Visalia, CA 93291

  Help here

  • Senior programs and activitiesResidents age 50 and older can join activities, classes, and weekday lunches.
  Call 559-713-4381DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  City of Visalia Public Works Customer Service

  Help here

  • Report a neighborhood issueReport problems such as graffiti, illegal dumping, or potholes to the city.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 559-713-4428Website

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

• State office · State office

  California DMV Visalia Field Office

  1711 E. Main St., Visalia, CA 93292

  Help here

  • Driver licensing and DMV servicesApply for or renew a driver license or identification card at the field office.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Visalia Branch Library

  200 W. Oak Ave., Visalia, CA 93291

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the branch for public library services and reading resources.
  Call 559-713-2700DirectionsWebsite

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

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Visalia Parks & Recreation

  345 N. Jacob St., Visalia, CA 93291

  Help here

  • Recreation programs and park reservationsRegister for recreation programs or ask about reserving a park or community center.
  Call 559-713-4365DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Visalia website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Visalia

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

Offices for all of Tulare County

Visalia is in Tulare County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency, Human Services

  Help here

  • CalFresh, CalWORKs, and Medi-CalApply for food, cash, or health coverage benefits at a TulareWORKs office.Apply online
  • General AssistanceAdults with limited income may apply for temporary cash aid.Apply onlineRead more
  • In-Home Supportive ServicesEligible older adults and people with disabilities can get help to live safely at home.Read more
  • Cash Assistance Program for ImmigrantsEligible aged, blind, or disabled non-citizens may apply for cash aid.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 559-624-8075Website

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

• Public health · County office

  Tulare County WIC

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)Eligible pregnant people and families with young children can get food benefits, nutrition help, and breastfeeding support.
  Call 800-360-8840Website

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

• Child support · County office

  Tulare County Department of Child Support Services

  Help here

  • Child support case servicesGet help opening or managing a child support case, establishing parentage, and handling payments.Apply online
  Call 866-901-3212Website

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

• Housing authority · County office

  Housing Authority of the County of Tulare

  5140 W. Cypress Avenue, Visalia, CA 93277

  Help here

  • Rental assistance and affordable housingApply for rental assistance, public housing, housing vouchers, and other affordable housing programs.Apply online
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hatc.net

• Local office · Nonprofit

  211 Tulare County

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall, text, or search online to find local help with housing, food, utilities, health care, and other needs.
  Call 800-283-9323Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on 211tularecounty.org

• Public health · County office

  Tulare County Public Health

  5957 S. Mooney Blvd., Visalia, CA 93277

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet immunizations, health assessments, disease prevention, and other public health services.
  Call 559-624-8480DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Tulare 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