How do I apply for welfare in Orange County CA?
By Phone (To request an application)
- Apply during business hours at 1-800-281-9799.
- Get Social Services Agency office hours and locations.
- Obtain secure and private benefit information for CalWORKs, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, and/or General Relief.
- Request a replacement Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) and/or Medi-Cal Card.
What is Orange County Social Services?
The Orange County Department of Social Services exists to provide protection to vulnerable children and adults, economic support to low-income individuals and families in crisis, and intervention services to at-risk persons residing in Orange County.
How do I contact a social worker in California?
If the county refuses to assigned you a new IHSS social worker, you can contact the California Department of Social Services, Adult Programs at: 916-651-8848. You may also contact your local board of supervisors for help with obtaining a new IHSS social worker.
How do I report CalFresh income to Orange County?
You can call the Orange County Social Services Agency (SSA) to apply by phone or have an application mailed to you. Here is the number to call: SSA Customer Service Center (CSC) 1-800-281-9799. You can complete the paper application and return it to the SSA office for processing.
Can I apply for CalFresh online?
Apply for California Food Stamps Online. GetCalFresh.org.
How much is general relief in Orange County?
General relief is a county-financed, state-required program that in Orange County serves a monthly average of 973 indigent adults who are not supporting children. The new payment levels, which went into effect July 1, raise the county’s maximum monthly payment by $38 a month.
What are social services examples?
Focus on restoring normalcy through key community services/activities, such as child care, elder care, foster care, mental health services, schools, housing, jobs, and transportation.
How do I contact my caseworker?
For issues or complaints involving your case, or for other questions, please send an e-mail to Public Inquiry and Response [email protected] or contact them by phone at 1-800-952-5253.
