Westminster

Local offices in Westminster

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Human services · City office

  Westminster Family Resource Center

  7200 Plaza St., Westminster, CA 92683

  Help here

  • Family support and referralsFamilies can get help finding community resources, family advocacy, and case management.
  • Emergency basic needs assistanceFamilies can ask about emergency help with food, diapers, and other basic needs.
  • Family counseling and wellnessFamilies can ask about counseling, parenting classes, and health and wellness education.
  Call 714-903-1331DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on westminster-ca.gov

• Housing authority · City office

  Housing Division

  8200 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, CA 92683

  Help here

  • Affordable housing informationResidents can ask the city about affordable housing programs and housing assistance.
  • Tenant-Based Rental AssistanceEligible Westminster households facing homelessness or at risk of homelessness can ask Interval House about rental assistance and support services.Read more
  Call 714-548-3248DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on westminster-ca.gov

• Utilities · City office

  Water Customer Service

  8200 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, CA 92683

  Help here

  • Water bills and serviceResidents can ask about water bills, rates, and starting or stopping water service.
  Call 714-894-3796DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on westminster-ca.gov

• Older adults · City office

  Westminster Senior Center

  8200 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, CA 92683

  Help here

  • Senior programs and servicesOlder adults can find recreation, fitness, education, and human services programs at the Senior Center.
  Call 714-895-2878DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on westminster-ca.gov

• State office · State office

  Westminster DMV Field Office

  13700 Hoover St., Westminster, CA 92683

  Help here

  • Driver licensing and identificationResidents can apply for or renew a driver's license or identification card at the DMV office.Apply online
  • Vehicle registration and titlesResidents can handle vehicle registration, title transfers, and plates at the DMV office.Apply online
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.ca.gov

• Library · County office

  Westminster Library

  8180 13th St., Westminster, CA 92683

  Help here

  • Library services and programsResidents can use public computers and Wi-Fi, borrow materials, and find library programs.
  Call 714-893-5057DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on libraries.oc.gov

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Community Services and Recreation

  8200 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, CA 92683

  Help here

  • Recreation classes and programsResidents can find city recreation classes, sports, fitness programs, and community events.
  Call 714-895-2860DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on westminster-ca.gov

City of Westminster website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Westminster

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Orange County

Westminster is in Orange County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Orange County Social Services Agency

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and health benefitsApply for CalFresh food benefits, CalWORKs cash aid, Medi-Cal, and other assistance at a regional office.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 800-281-9799Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ssa.ocgov.com

• Public health · County office

  Orange County Health Care Agency WIC

  2137 E. Ball Rd., Anaheim, CA 92806

  Help here

  • WIC food and nutrition supportWIC helps eligible families with young children and pregnant people get healthy food and nutrition support.Apply online
  Call 888-968-7942DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ochealthinfo.com

• Child support · County office

  Orange County Child Support Services

  1055 N. Main Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701

  Help here

  • Child support case helpGet help opening or managing a child support case and completing related forms.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 866-901-3212DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on css.ocgov.com

• Housing authority · County office

  Orange County Housing Authority

  1501 E. St. Andrew Place, Santa Ana, CA 92705

  Help here

  • Housing vouchers and rental assistanceThe housing authority helps eligible residents use rental assistance and housing vouchers.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 714-480-2700DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on housingauthority.oc.gov

• Local office · Nonprofit

  211 Orange County

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 any time to get connected with local health, housing, food, and other support services.Read more
  Call 888-600-4357Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on 211oc.org

• Public health · County office

  Orange County Health Care Agency Public Health Services

  1725 W. 17th St., Santa Ana, CA 92706

  Help here

  • Public health clinicsGet information about county clinics, vaccines, testing, and other public health services.
  Call 800-564-8448DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ochealthinfo.com

Everything in Orange 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