San Benito County
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Local offices in San Benito County
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Human services · County office
San Benito County Public Assistance
1111 San Felipe Road, Suite 206, Hollister, CA 95023
Help here
- Public benefitsApply for CalFresh food benefits, Medi-Cal, CalWORKs, and county General Assistance.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hhsa.sanbenitocountyca.gov
Human services · County office
San Benito County Children and Adult Services
1111 San Felipe Road, Suite 205, Hollister, CA 95023
Help here
- Child and adult protective servicesContact the county to report concerns about the safety or care of a child or vulnerable adult.
- In-Home Supportive ServicesGet information about in-home support for eligible older adults and people with disabilities.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hhsa.sanbenitocountyca.gov
Public health · County office
San Benito County Public Health Services
351 Tres Pinos Road, Suite A-202, Hollister, CA 95023
Help here
- Public health servicesContact the county for public health information and services for residents.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hhsa.sanbenitocountyca.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
San Benito County Behavioral Health
1131 Community Parkway, Hollister, CA 95023
Help here
- Mental health and substance use servicesGet mental health and substance use treatment, counseling, and referrals.
- 24-hour crisis supportCall the crisis line any time for urgent behavioral health help.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sanbenitocountyca.gov
Housing authority · County office
San Benito County Housing Programs Division
2301 Technology Parkway, Hollister, CA 95023
Help here
- Housing assistance informationGet information about affordable housing programs and rental support resources.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sanbenitocountyca.gov
Veterans · County office
Monterey and San Benito County Military and Veterans Affairs
Veterans Memorial Building, 649 San Benito Street, Suite 115, Hollister, CA 95023
Help here
- Veterans and survivors benefits claimsGet help filing benefit claims for veterans, their survivors, or dependents.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sanbenitocountyca.gov
Community action · County office
San Benito County Community Services and Workforce Development
1161 San Felipe Road, Building B, Hollister, CA 95023
Help here
- Utility bill helpApply for help with eligible home energy costs such as electricity, propane, or wood.
- Housing and homelessness assistanceAsk about housing support and homelessness programs offered by the agency.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sbccab.com
Jobs and training · County office
San Benito County America’s Job Center of California
1111 San Felipe Road, Suite 107, Hollister, CA 95023
Help here
- Job search and trainingGet help finding work, building job skills, and accessing employment training.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sbcjobs.org
Older adults · Regional office
Seniors Council of Santa Cruz and San Benito Counties
175 Westridge Drive, Watsonville, CA 95076
Help here
- Older adult and caregiver supportGet information and referrals for older adults, caregivers, and other vulnerable residents.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on seniorscouncil.org
Library · County office
San Benito County Free Library
470 Fifth Street, Hollister, CA 95023
Help here
- Library resources and learningUse books, digital resources, internet access, research help, and library programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sbcfl.org
Emergency help · County office
San Benito County Office of Emergency Services
471 Fourth Street, Hollister, CA 95023
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and alertsFind local emergency information and learn how to prepare for disasters.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sanbenitocountyca.gov
Courts and legal help · State office
San Benito County Superior Court Self-Help Center
450 Fourth Street, Hollister, CA 95023
Help here
- Self-help with court forms and proceduresGet information and help understanding court forms if you do not have a lawyer.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sanbenito.courts.ca.gov
State office · State office
California DMV Hollister Field Office
80 North Sally Street, Hollister, CA 95023
Help here
- Driver and vehicle servicesVisit the DMV for driver license, identification card, and vehicle registration services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on qr.dmv.ca.gov
Local office · Regional office
211 San Benito County
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 for free, confidential help finding local health and social services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211sanbenitocounty.org
San Benito County, California website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Cities and towns in San Benito 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 San Benito 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