California

Local offices in California

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

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Center in the Woods

  130 Woodland Court, Brownsville, PA 15417

  Help here

  • Senior activities and mealsOlder adults can join weekday activities and get a noon meal at the center.Read more
  Call 724-938-3554DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on centerinthewoods.org

• Local office · City office

  California Borough Office

  225 Third Street, California, PA 15419

  Help here

  • Borough services and questionsContact the borough office for help with local services and resident questions.
  • Sewage billsAsk the borough about sewage billing or pay your sewage bill online.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 724-938-8878DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on californiapa.gov

• Library · Regional office

  California Area Public Library

  100 Wood Street, California, PA 15419

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to use its books, information resources, and community programs.
  Call 724-938-2907DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on calpublib.org

California Borough Official Website website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve California

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

Offices for all of Washington County

California is in Washington County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Child support · County office

  Washington County Domestic Relations Section

  Family Court Center, 29 W Cherry Avenue, Washington, PA 15301

  Help here

  • Child and spousal supportGet help establishing, collecting, or enforcing child and spousal support.
  Call 724-228-6756DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtoncourts.us

• State office

  Washington County Assistance Office

  201 W Wheeling Street, Washington, PA 15301

  Help here

  • Public benefits applicationsApply in person for public benefits, including cash assistance, SNAP, and LIHEAP.Apply online
  Call 724-223-4300DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · County office

  Washington County Housing & Homeless Services

  Crossroads Center, 95 W Beau Street, Washington, PA 15301

  Help here

  • Housing and homelessness assistanceCall for coordinated entry to shelter, housing assistance, and support if you are at risk of homelessness.
  Call 724-229-4306DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · County office

  Washington County Housing Authority

  100 S Franklin Street, Washington, PA 15301

  Help here

  • Affordable housingContact the authority about public housing and housing choice vouchers.
  Call 724-228-6060DirectionsWebsite

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

• Human services · County office

  Washington County Human Services Centralized Intake

  Crossroads Center, Third Floor, 95 W Beau Street, Washington, PA 15301

  Help here

  • Human services referralsCall to get connected with local help for food, housing, utilities, transportation, health care, and other needs.
  Call 724-228-1234DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Washington County Behavioral Health and Developmental Services

  95 W Beau Street, Third Floor, Washington, PA 15301

  Help here

  • Behavioral and developmental health servicesContact the county to learn about mental health, substance use, developmental disability, autism, and early intervention services.
  Call 724-228-6832DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Washington County

Pennsylvania programs by kind of help

These are run by Pennsylvania 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