Chowchilla
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Local offices in Chowchilla
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Chowchilla City Hall
130 S Second Street, Chowchilla, CA 93610
Help here
- City services and informationVisit City Hall for help finding city services, staff, and public information.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofchowchilla.org
Utilities · City office
City Finance Department, Utilities Division
130 S Second Street, Chowchilla, CA 93610
Help here
- Utility billing and payment helpStart or change city utility service, pay a bill, or ask about payment options.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofchowchilla.org
Library · County office
Chowchilla Branch Library
300 Kings Avenue, Chowchilla, CA 93610
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow materials and use local library services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on maderacounty.com
Older adults · City office
Chowchilla Senior Center
820 W Robertson Boulevard, Chowchilla, CA 93610
Help here
- Senior activities and lunch programArea seniors can join drop-in and organized activities and register for a daily lunch program.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofchowchilla.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Edward Ray Community Center
625 N 15th Street, Chowchilla, CA 93610
Help here
- Community center rentalReserve the community center for a local gathering or activity.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofchowchilla.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Madera County
Chowchilla is in Madera County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Madera County Department of Social Services
1620 Sunrise Ave, Madera, CA 93638
Help here
- Public assistanceApply for CalFresh food benefits and other public assistance.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on maderacounty.com
Public health · County office
Madera County Department of Public Health
1604 Sunrise Ave, Madera, CA 93638
Help here
- Public health clinicGet vaccines, tuberculosis testing, STI testing, and family planning services.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on maderacounty.com
Public health · County office
Madera County WIC Program
1604 Sunrise Ave, Madera, CA 93638
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, new parents, and young children can get nutrition support and food benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on maderacounty.com
Housing authority · City office
Housing Authority of the City of Madera
205 N. G St, Madera, CA 93637
Help here
- Housing assistanceContact the housing authority about its public housing and housing assistance programs.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on maderaha.org
Mental health and recovery · County office
Madera County Behavioral Health Services
209 E. 7th St, Madera, CA 93638
Help here
- Mental health and substance use servicesContact the department to get mental health and substance use services or find a local program.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on maderacounty.com
Veterans · County office
Madera County Veterans Service Office
1620 Sunrise Ave, Building 2, Madera, CA 93638
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpGet help filing or appealing claims for veterans benefits and support for dependents and survivors.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on maderacounty.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
- 211 Madera 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