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Local offices in Los Angeles
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Human services · City office
Community Investment Department
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- Family and community servicesFind city programs and support for families and neighborhoods.Read more
- Youth programsFind tutoring, counseling, job training, and other programs for young people.Read more
- Services for older adults and caregiversFind meal, transportation, and other community services for older adults and caregivers.Read more
- Job and workforce servicesGet free job search, training, and career help through city WorkSource Centers.Read more
- Small business and economic developmentFind city programs that help residents start or grow a small business.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cid.lacity.gov
Immigrant services · City office
Office of Immigrant Inclusion and Language Access
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- Immigrant and refugee resource accessGet help connecting with city services and community resources, regardless of immigration status or language.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on communityinvestment.lacity.gov
Housing authority · City office
Los Angeles Housing Department
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Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on housing.lacity.gov
Housing authority · City office
Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles
2600 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90057
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- Public housingApply for public housing and get help with your application.Apply online
- Section 8 rental assistanceGet information about Section 8 rental assistance and application status.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hacla.org
Local office · City office
Civil + Human Rights and Equity Department
250 E. 1st St., Suite 1000, Los Angeles, CA 90012
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- Civil rights and human relations resourcesFind city information and resources about civil rights, equity, and human relations.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on civilandhumanrights.lacity.gov
Local office · City office
Department on Disability
201 N. Figueroa St., Suite 100, Los Angeles, CA 90012
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Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on disability.lacity.gov
Jobs and training · City office
City WorkSource Centers
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- Job search and trainingGet free help with job searches, resumes, interviews, training, and career referrals at a neighborhood center.
- Veteran employment supportVeterans can get job search and career support through WorkSource Centers.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ewdd.lacity.gov
Library · City office
Los Angeles Public Library
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Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lapl.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Department of Recreation and Parks
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- Parks and recreation programsFind city parks, recreation centers, pools, and activities.
- Program fee discountsAsk a recreation center about discounts or scholarships for eligible program fees.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on recreation.parks.lacity.gov
Utilities · City office
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power
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- EZ-SAVE utility bill discountsIncome-qualified customers can apply for discounts on eligible utility bills.Apply onlineRead more
- Lifeline utility discountsOlder adults and people with qualifying disabilities can apply for reduced utility charges.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ladwp.com
Utilities · City office
Office of Finance Utility Tax Exemption Unit
200 N. Spring St., Room 152, Los Angeles, CA 90012
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- Lifeline utility tax exemptionEligible older adults and people with disabilities can apply for a city utility tax exemption in person by appointment.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on finance.lacity.gov
Local office · City office
Los Angeles Department of Transportation
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- Cityride reduced-cost transportationEligible older adults and people with disabilities can enroll for discounted local rides.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ladot.lacity.gov
Local office · City office
Department of Neighborhood Empowerment (EmpowerLA)
200 N. Spring St., Suite 2005, Los Angeles, CA 90012
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- Neighborhood councilsFind your neighborhood council and learn how to take part in local meetings and decisions.
- Neighborhood service concernsLearn how to raise a neighborhood concern with your local council or city department.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on neighborhoodempowerment.lacity.gov
Local office · City office
MyLA311 Call Center
200 N. Spring St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
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- City service requests and informationReport common non-emergency city problems and get help finding city services.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lacity.gov
State office · State office
California Department of Motor Vehicles, Los Angeles Field Office
3615 S. Hope St., Los Angeles, CA 90007
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- Driver licensing and identificationApply for or renew a California driver license or identification card in person.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.ca.gov
Human services · Nonprofit
211 LA
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- Community resource referralsCall 211 for help finding housing, food, health care, and other services in Los Angeles County.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211la.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Offices for all of Los Angeles County
Los Angeles is in Los Angeles County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services (DPSS)
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- Benefits and cash assistanceApply in person for CalWORKs, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, General Relief, and other benefits at a district office.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dpss.lacounty.gov
Public health · County office
Los Angeles County Department of Public Health
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- Public health clinicsPublic Health clinics offer services such as immunizations and testing for some infections.Read more
- WIC nutrition supportWIC helps eligible pregnant and postpartum people, infants, and young children get healthy food and nutrition support.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on publichealth.lacounty.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health
550 South Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90020
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- Mental health help and crisis supportCall for mental health services, crisis support, and help finding care in Los Angeles County.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmh.lacounty.gov
Housing authority · County office
Los Angeles County Department of Homeless Services and Housing
655 Maple Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90014
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- Homelessness and housing supportGet connected to outreach, housing, and prevention resources if you are homeless or at risk of losing housing.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on homeless.lacounty.gov
Housing authority · County office
Los Angeles County Development Authority
700 W. Main Street, Alhambra, CA 91801
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- Housing assistanceGet information about county housing programs, including public housing and housing choice vouchers.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lacda.org
Older adults · County office
Los Angeles County Aging and Disabilities Department
510 S. Vermont Avenue, 11th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90020
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- Aging and disability servicesGet information about services and support for older adults and people with disabilities.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ad.lacounty.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 LA
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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