El Dorado County
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Local offices in El Dorado County
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Human services · County office
El Dorado County Social Services
3057 Briw Road, Placerville, CA 95667
Help here
- CalFresh and public assistanceApply for food, cash, and health coverage programs for eligible residents.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on eldoradocounty.ca.gov
Public health · County office
El Dorado County Public Health
931 Spring Street, Placerville, CA 95667
Help here
- Public health clinicGet vaccines, health information, and public health clinic services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on eldoradocounty.ca.gov
Public health · County office
El Dorado County WIC
931 Spring Street, Placerville, CA 95667
Help here
- Women, Infants and Children nutrition programEligible families can get food benefits, nutrition help, and breastfeeding support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on eldoradocounty.ca.gov
Housing authority · County office
El Dorado County Public Housing Authority
3047 Briw Road, Placerville, CA 95667
Help here
- Housing Choice Voucher ProgramEligible renters can apply for help paying rent through the Housing Choice Voucher Program.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on eldoradocounty.ca.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
El Dorado County Behavioral Health
768 Pleasant Valley Road, Suite 201, Diamond Springs, CA 95619
Help here
- Mental health and substance use servicesCall or visit to ask about mental health care, substance use treatment, and crisis support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on eldoradocounty.ca.gov
Veterans · County office
El Dorado County Veteran Services
130 Placerville Drive, Suite B, Placerville, CA 95667
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans, dependents, and survivors can get help applying for benefits and services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on eldoradocounty.ca.gov
Child support · County office
El Dorado County Department of Child Support Services
3883 Ponderosa Road, Shingle Springs, CA 95682
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help establishing or enforcing child and medical support orders.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on eldoradocounty.ca.gov
Human services · County office
El Dorado County Community Services
937 Spring Street, Placerville, CA 95667
Help here
- Community support programsAsk about home energy help, caregiver support, and services for older adults.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on eldoradocounty.ca.gov
Community action · County office
El Dorado County Community Action Council
Help here
- Community Action CouncilThe council helps guide local efforts to address poverty and connect residents with resources.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on eldoradocounty.ca.gov
Older adults · Regional office
El Dorado County Area Agency on Aging
937 Spring Street, Placerville, CA 95667
Help here
- Older adult information and supportOlder adults and caregivers can ask about meals, caregiver support, and local services.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on eldoradocounty.ca.gov
Library · County office
El Dorado County Library
Help here
- Library servicesBorrow books and other materials, use computers, and take part in library programs.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on eldoradolibrary.org
Courts and legal help · County office
El Dorado County Law Library
550 Main Street, Suite A, Placerville, CA 95667
Help here
- Legal research resourcesUse legal reference materials and online legal research tools at the library.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on eldoradocountylawlibrary.org
Courts and legal help · State office
El Dorado County Superior Court Self-Help Center
495 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667
Help here
- Court self-helpGet free information and help with some court forms and legal procedures.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on eldorado.courts.ca.gov
State office · State office
California DMV Placerville Field Office
2919 Cold Springs Road, Placerville, CA 95667
Help here
- Driver licensing and vehicle servicesApply for or renew a driver license or identification card and handle vehicle services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.ca.gov
Local office · Regional office
211 El Dorado County
Help here
- Community information and referralFind referrals for community services and support in El Dorado County.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on 211eldorado.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Cities and towns in El Dorado 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
Talk to a person
- 211 El Dorado 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