Monte Sereno
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Local offices in Monte Sereno
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Local office · City office
Monte Sereno City Hall
18041 Saratoga-Los Gatos Road, Monte Sereno, CA 95030
Help here
- City services and informationContact City Hall for help with city services, forms, and questions about local government.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on montesereno.org
Older adults · Regional office
LGS Recreation 55 Plus Office
Adult Recreation Center, 208 East Main Street, Los Gatos, CA 95030
Help here
- Programs for adults age 55 and olderAdults age 55 and older from Monte Sereno can get information about classes, social events, fitness programs, and other activities.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on lgsrecreation.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Santa Clara County
Monte Sereno is in Santa Clara County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Social Services Agency, Department of Employment and Benefit Services
1867 Senter Road, San Jose, CA 95112
Help here
- Public benefitsApply for CalFresh food benefits, Medi-Cal, CalWORKs, General Assistance, and other cash aid.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ssa.santaclaracounty.gov
Public health · County office
Public Health Department
976 Lenzen Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
Help here
- Public health servicesFind county health programs, clinics, and information about staying healthy.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on publichealth.santaclaracounty.gov
Public health · County office
Santa Clara County WIC
725 E. Santa Clara Street, Suite 200, San Jose, CA 95112
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportWIC offers healthy food, nutrition advice, and breastfeeding support to eligible pregnant people, new parents, and young children.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on publichealth.santaclaracounty.gov
Housing authority · Regional office
Santa Clara County Housing Authority
505 West Julian Street, San Jose, CA 95110
Help here
- Housing assistanceFind information about housing vouchers and affordable housing programs.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on scchousingauthority.org
Mental health and recovery · County office
Behavioral Health Services Department
871 Enborg Court, Unit 100, San Jose, CA 95128
Help here
- Mental health and substance use servicesCall for help finding mental health or substance use care, including crisis support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bhsd.santaclaracounty.gov
Veterans · County office
Santa Clara County Veterans Services Office
68 N. Winchester Boulevard, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpGet help applying for veterans benefits and services for veterans, dependents, and survivors.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vets.santaclaracounty.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
- 2-1-1 Santa Clara 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