Hayward
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Local offices in Hayward
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Local office · City office
City of Hayward Customer Service
777 B Street, Hayward, CA 94541
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- City questions and service requestsCall or use Access Hayward to ask a question, report a problem, or send a suggestion.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hayward-ca.gov
Housing authority · City office
Housing Division
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- Housing information and programsGet information about rental housing, affordable housing, homeownership programs, and housing repair help.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hayward-ca.gov
Utilities · City office
City of Hayward Revenue Division
777 B Street, Hayward, CA 94541
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- Low-income utility discountsEligible residents can apply for discounts or waivers on some garbage, water, and sewer charges.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hayward-ca.gov
Library · City office
Hayward Public Library
888 C Street, Hayward, CA 94541
Help here
- Library materials and learning programsBorrow library materials and get access to learning programs, computers, and study help.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hayward-ca.gov
Older adults · City office
Hayward Operated Paratransit Program
777 B Street, 4th Floor, Hayward, CA 94541
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- Paratransit ridesEligible older adults and people with disabilities can apply for rides and help choosing accessible transportation.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hayward-ca.gov
Parks and recreation · Regional office
Hayward Area Recreation and Park District
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- Parks and recreation programsFind parks, classes, sports, camps, and other recreation programs serving Hayward residents.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on haywardrec.org
State office · State office
California DMV Hayward Field Office
150 Jackson Street, Hayward, CA 94544
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- Driver and vehicle servicesVisit for driver license, identification card, and vehicle services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.ca.gov
Local office · Regional office
211 Alameda County
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- Community resource referralsCall 211 any time to find local help with housing, food, health care, bills, and other needs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211alamedacounty.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Offices for all of Alameda County
Hayward is in Alameda County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Alameda County Social Services Agency
2000 San Pablo Avenue, Oakland, CA 94612
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- Public benefitsApply for CalFresh, CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, and other county benefits.Apply online
- Immigrant and refugee servicesGet help finding financial assistance, health care, employment support, and other services.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on socialservices.alamedacountyca.gov
Public health · County office
Alameda County Public Health Department
1100 San Leandro Boulevard, San Leandro, CA 94577
Help here
- Public health servicesGet information and referrals for county public health services.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on health.alamedacountyca.gov
Public health · County office
Alameda County WIC
39155 Liberty Street, Suite D-470, Fremont, CA 94538
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportGet nutrition support and food benefits if you are pregnant, recently gave birth, or caring for a young child.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on health.alamedacountyca.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services
2000 Embarcadero Cove, Suite 400, Oakland, CA 94606
Help here
- Mental health and substance use referralsCall for help finding mental health care or substance use treatment.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on health.alamedacountyca.gov
Housing authority · County office
Housing Authority of the County of Alameda
22941 Atherton Street, Hayward, CA 94541
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- Housing assistanceGet information about housing assistance programs and applications.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on haca.net
Veterans · County office
Alameda County Veterans Service Office
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- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help finding and applying for veterans benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on socialservices.alamedacountyca.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 Alameda 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