Public Assistance

Thank you for your interest on information on services Yolo County Health and Human Services offers.

Due to a significant increase in applications and caseloads for the Medi-Cal, CalFresh and CalWORKs programs, there could be longer wait times and delays in processing. Cases are being processed in the order they are received. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work diligently to serve Yolo County.

How to Apply: 

  • You can visit any of our offices mentioned below.
  • You can call 1-855-278-1594 to request an application
  • Set up your online account for CalWORKs, CalFresh and/or Medi-Cal at https://benefitscal.com

For new applications and continuing cases, contact the Call Center: 1-855-278-1594
Para solicitudes nuevas, llame el Centro de llamadas: 1-855-278-1594

General Assistance

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  • Categories:Adults, Welfare
  • Phone:(855) 278-1594
General Assistance (GA) provides temporary relief for Yolo County residents who have exhausted all other means of support. GA recipients may be required to participate in substance abuse treatment and/or the GA Work Program to assist them in their readiness for work. Employable recipients who are ready to work are limited to three (3) months of GA (in any county) in a twelve (12) month period. Benefits are issued in a combination of cash, voucher and vendor payments. 
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Contact Us 

WOODLAND

25 N. Cottonwood Street

Woodland, CA 95695

WEST SACRAMENTO

500-A Jefferson Blvd., Suite 100

West Sacramento, CA 95605

WINTERS

111 East Grant Avenue

Winters, CA, 95694

DAVIS

600 A Street

Davis, CA 95616

 1-855-278-1594

Days and Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm