Where to Apply for Assistance
Helping adults, children and families of Fresno County achieve health, safety and self-sufficiency.
DSS assists individuals and families with food, Medi-Cal, emergency cash, job training, housing and other services.
DSS Service Center
PO Box 1912
Fresno, CA 93718
1-855-832-8082
Unemployment Benefit Recipients
CalWORKs (Cash Aid - Families with Children)
Automated information about your Cash, Food, or Medi-Cal case:
Get answers to your most frequently asked questions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through our automated system toll free at: 1 (877) 600-1377
Access your case online at My Benefits CalWIN.
If you need to speak to a worker, simply call (559) 600-9980 or toll free 1-855-832-8082 between 7:30 am-3:30 pm and any worker who answers the phone will be able to assist you.
Medi-Cal and CalFresh (Food Stamps)
Online:
Apply for Medi-Cal and CalFresh 24-hours a day, 7 days a week by going to our Benefits CalWIN website, www.MyBenefitsCalwin.org. Once your application is received, you will be contacted by a Fresno County Department of Social Services Eligibility Worker during normal business hours.
In Person:
Automated information about your Cash, Food, or Medi-Cal case:
Get answers to your most frequently asked questions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through our automated system toll free at: 1 (877) 600-1377
Access your case online at My Benefits CalWIN.
If you need to speak to a worker, simply call (559) 600-9980 or toll free 1-855-832-8082 between 7:30 am-3:30 pm and any worker who answers the phone will be able to assist you.
Aged, Blind & Disabled Medi-Cal (for People Over 65 or Disabled)
General Relief
In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)
Veterans Services Office
Welfare to Work