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Quick Reference Resource Guide

 

SSA Supports Orange County Residents as they strive to enjoy a safe and supportive environment that promotes stability and self-reliance.

California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs)

CalWORKs provides cash-aid and services to eligible families to help pay for housing, food and other necessary expenses.  CalWORKs recipients receive Medi-Cal benefits.  Shelter assistance may be available for CalWORKs families who are homeless.  CalWORKs Supportive Services currently include childcare and transportation.  Specialized services are available for families that may require mental health services, domestic abuse services, or other critical services.  CalWORKs applicants may also apply for CalFresh (formerly known as Food Stamps) with their CalWORKs applications.

3320 E. La Palma Ave.
Anaheim, CA 92806
714-575-2400
Hours of Operation:  7:00am - 5:00pm

23330 Moulton Parkway
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
949-206-4000
Hours of Operation:  7:00am - 5:00pm

1928 S. Grand Ave. Bldg. C
Santa Ana, CA 92705
714-435-5800
Hours of Operation:  7:00am - 5:00pm

12912 Brookhurst St.
Garden Grove, CA 92840

714-503-2200
Hours of Operation:  7:00am - 5:00pm

CalFresh

The CalFresh Program, formerly known as Food Stamps and nationally known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), assists people who meet the program's eligibility requirements to buy the nutritious food they need for good health.

Service Center: (800) 281-9799

Medi-Cal

Medi-Cal provides healthcare coverage for California residents who have limited resources and income.

3320 E. La Palma Ave.
Anaheim, CA 92806
Service Center: (800) 281-9799
Hours of Operation:  8:00am - 5:00pm

23330 Moulton Parkway
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Service Center: (800) 281-9799
Hours of Operation:  8:00am - 5:00pm

1928 S. Grand Ave. Bldg. A
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Service Center: (800) 281-9799
Hours of Operation:  8:00am - 5:00pm

12912 Brookhurst St.
Garden Grove, CA 92840
Service Center: (800) 281-9799
Hours of Operation:  8:00am - 5:00pm

General Relief

General Relief is a cash assistance program for people in need who do not qualify for other cash assistance programs.  Applicants may apply for CalFresh with their General Relief applications. Applications may be completed in person at select Social Services Agency office locations, by contacting the SSA Call Center at 800-281-9799, or online at www.mybenefitscalwin.org.

Children & Family Services

Please call the 24-hour Child Abuse Registry at 714-940-1000 or 1-800-207-4464 if you are aware of any of the following circumstances:

  • Any instances or suspected instances of sexual abuse, physical abuse, neglect or exploitation of a child age 0 -17.
  • Any homeless or abandoned children.
  • Any child who may be living with a relative or unrelated caregiver who is unable to provide for the needs of the child, or cannot secure medical consent from the child's parent(s) to obtain needed medical treatment for the child. 

SSA’s partnership with Families and Communities Together (FaCT) assists families in accessing an array of family services and community resources. Family Resource Centers (FRC) in Orange County may be found at www.FaCToc.org.

Adults Protective Services (APS) and In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

  • Please call the 24-hour Elder/Disabled Adult Abuse Hotline at 1-800-451-5155 if you are aware or or reasonably suspect physical abuse, neglect, financial abuse, or exploitation of adults who are unable to protect their own interests, including adults with disabilities.  Reports received by the APS Registry are referred to social workers for direct investigation and intervention.
  • Aged, blind, or disabled persons may be eligible for IHSS if they are limited in their ability to care for themselves and cannot live safely at home without help.  Please call 714-825-3000 to apply or for more information.