GENERAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM | COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT, EMPLOYMENT & BENEFIT SERVICES DIVISION
Resource Name:GENERAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM | COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT, EMPLOYMENT & BENEFIT SERVICES DIVISION
GENERAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
address
500 Westridge Drive, Watsonville, CA 95076
Eligibility
Open to residents of Santa Cruz County ages 18 and older who have low or no income and no other means of support.
Must apply for all other potential sources of available income as a condition of program eligibility.
Hours
Mon 8am - 5pm
Tue 8am - 5pm
Wed 8am - 5pm
Thu 8am - 5pm
Fri 8am - 5pm
(888) 421-8080
Voice
·Other | Benefits Call Center
Languages
English, Spanish
Application process
Apply online through BenefitsCal, call the Benefits Call Center, or apply in person at a customer service center.
Fees
No fee
Service area
Santa Cruz County, California
Provides financial assistance in the form of a loan to low- or no-income adults to meet basic needs for housing, utilities, personal items, and transportation. Offers supportive aid to unemployed individuals, disabled individuals awaiting Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefit awards, and individuals experiencing homelessness.
Last assured
01/07/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT, EMPLOYMENT & BENEFIT SERVICES DIVISION
Administers public benefits, healthcare coverage, and employment services for county residents. Assists low-income individuals and families with obtaining and maintaining essential supportive service resources.