Chula Vista
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Local offices in Chula Vista
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Local office · City office
City of Chula Vista Customer Service
276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Help here
- General city informationCall or contact the City with questions about city services and where to get help.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on chulavistaca.gov
Housing authority · City office
Department of Housing and Homeless Services
276 Fourth Avenue, Building A, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Help here
- Housing and homeless servicesFind information about affordable housing, rental help, tenant protections, and resources for people experiencing homelessness.
- Homeless outreach and shelter resourcesThe City outreach team connects people without housing to support and housing resources.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on chulavistaca.gov
Immigrant services · City office
Welcoming Chula Vista and Immigration Resources
276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910
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- Immigrant rights information and referralsFind information about immigrant rights and links to local legal and community resources.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on chulavistaca.gov
Local office · City office
Human Relations Commission
276 Fourth Avenue, Building A, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Help here
- Human relations and equal opportunityResidents can attend public meetings and share concerns about equal opportunity and relations among community groups.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on chulavistaca.gov
Library · City office
Chula Vista Public Library
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Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on chulavistaca.gov
Veterans · City office
Veterans Connect at the Library
365 F Street, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Help here
- Veterans servicesGet help finding veterans resources and assistance with benefits applications through the library's Veterans Connect service.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on chulavistaca.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Parks and Recreation Department
276 Fourth Avenue, Building C, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Help here
- Youth and family recreation programsRegister for recreation classes, sports, aquatics, and activities for children, teens, and families.
- Recreation scholarshipsEligible city residents can apply for a limited scholarship of up to $100 per child for recreation classes.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on chulavistaca.gov
Older adults · City office
Norman Park Senior Center
270 F Street, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Help here
- Senior activitiesOlder adults can join classes, social activities, and special events at the senior center.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on chulavistaca.gov
Local office · City office
Chula Vista Community Shuttle
Help here
- Community shuttle ridesRequest an on-demand ride in the shuttle's service area; riders age 55 and older ride free and other adults pay a fare.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on chulavistaca.gov
Local office · City office
Public Works Department
1800 Maxwell Road, Chula Vista, CA 91911
Help here
- Neighborhood service requestsReport non-emergency problems such as potholes, graffiti, broken streetlights, and traffic signal issues.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on chulavistaca.gov
Utilities · City office
City Sewer Billing
276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Help here
- Reduced sewer service chargeResidents who meet income rules can apply for a reduced sewer charge when the annual program is open.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on chulavistaca.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
South Bay Career Center
333 H Street, Suite 1055, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Help here
- Job search and career servicesJob seekers age 16 and older can get free help with job searches, career planning, and training resources.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on workforce.org
State office · State office
California DMV Chula Vista Field Office
30 North Glover Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Help here
- Driver licensing and vehicle servicesVisit the field office for driver license, identification card, and vehicle registration services.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.ca.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Offices for all of San Diego County
Chula Vista is in San Diego County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Central Region Family Resource Center - Metro
1130 10th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
Help here
- CalFresh, Medi-Cal and General ReliefApply for food assistance, health coverage or temporary cash aid here.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sandiegocounty.gov
Public health · County office
Central Public Health Center
5101 Market Street, Suite 2000, San Diego, CA 92114
Help here
- Preventive health servicesGet eligible vaccinations and other preventive health services here.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sandiegocounty.gov
Housing authority · County office
Housing Authority of the County of San Diego
3989 Ruffin Road, San Diego, CA 92123
Help here
- Rental assistance and public housingGet information about rental assistance and affordable housing programs.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sandiegocounty.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Behavioral Health Services
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- Mental health and substance use careFind mental health and substance use treatment and support services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sandiegocounty.gov
Older adults · County office
Aging & Independence Services
5560 Overland Avenue, Suite 310, San Diego, CA 92123
Help here
- Help for older adults and people with disabilitiesGet help finding services, staying safe at home and reporting suspected abuse.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sandiegocounty.gov
Veterans · County office
Office of Military and Veterans Affairs Headquarters
5055 Ruffin Road, San Diego, CA 92123
Help here
- Veterans benefits counselingGet help with veterans benefits, education, employment and health care referrals.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sandiegocounty.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 San Diego
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.
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