Brea
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Local offices in Brea
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Brea City Hall
1 Civic Center Circle, Brea, CA 92821
Help here
- City information and service requestsCall or visit City Hall to get help finding the city service you need.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofbrea.gov
Human services · City office
Brea Resource Center
695 E. Madison Way, Brea, CA 92821
Help here
- Family and individual supportAsk the Resource Center about counseling and help for residents facing financial or personal concerns.
- Childcare and recreation scholarshipsIncome-eligible Brea residents can apply for help with some after-school program and recreation costs.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofbrea.gov
Housing authority · City office
Brea Housing Programs
1 Civic Center Circle, Brea, CA 92821
Help here
- Low and moderate income rent programCall the city to ask about affordable rental housing and how to apply.
- Housing rehabilitation programEligible homeowners may ask about loans to make needed repairs to their home.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofbrea.gov
Utilities · City office
Water / Utility Billing
1 Civic Center Circle, Brea, CA 92821
Help here
- Water and trash utility billsContact Utility Billing to ask about water or trash service, pay a bill, or discuss payment arrangements.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofbrea.gov
Older adults · City office
Brea Senior Center
500 S. Sievers Ave., Brea, CA 92821
Help here
- Older adult programs and supportOlder adults can find classes, meals, case management, transportation, and other support at the center.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofbrea.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Brea Community Center
695 E. Madison Way, Brea, CA 92821
Help here
- Recreation programs and classesResidents can register for recreation classes, sports, camps, and youth programs at the center.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofbrea.gov
Library · County office
Brea Library
1 Civic Center Circle, Brea, CA 92821
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the branch for library materials, information, and community learning resources.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ocpl.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Offices for all of Orange County
Brea is in Orange County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Orange County Social Services Agency
Help here
- Food, cash, and health benefitsApply for CalFresh food benefits, CalWORKs cash aid, Medi-Cal, and other assistance at a regional office.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ssa.ocgov.com
Public health · County office
Orange County Health Care Agency Public Health Services
1725 W. 17th St., Santa Ana, CA 92706
Help here
- Public health clinicsGet information about county clinics, vaccines, testing, and other public health services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ochealthinfo.com
Public health · County office
Orange County Health Care Agency WIC
2137 E. Ball Rd., Anaheim, CA 92806
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportWIC helps eligible families with young children and pregnant people get healthy food and nutrition support.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ochealthinfo.com
Housing authority · County office
Orange County Housing Authority
1501 E. St. Andrew Place, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Help here
- Housing vouchers and rental assistanceThe housing authority helps eligible residents use rental assistance and housing vouchers.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on housingauthority.oc.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Orange County Health Care Agency Behavioral Health Services
Help here
- Mental health and substance use helpCall or chat with a county navigator to find mental health or substance use services and crisis support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ochealthinfo.com
Veterans · County office
Orange County Veterans Service Office
1300 S. Grand Ave., Building B, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans service staff help veterans and their families apply for VA benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on veterans.ocgov.com
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
- 2-1-1 Orange 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