Public Assistance

Accessing Services Remotely

Visit BenefitsCal.com to apply online, upload documents, renew benefits, or report changes
Call 530-265-1340 if you have questions about your case or need to request a new BIC or EBT card
Call 1-877-328-9677 to check your EBT balance
All Medi-Cal renewals are waived until June 2023 at the earliest. You will receive a renewal packet in the mail when it is time for your renewal - to update your mailing address, please call 530-265-1340
Employment Services orientation can be completed online.

Medical Coverage

Medical coverage is available for individuals and families through programs including Medi-Cal and the County Medical Services Program (CMSP).

CalFresh (Food Stamps)

CalFresh is a federal program that provides monthly food benefits to assist low-income households in purchasing the food they need to maintain adequate nutritional levels.

Cash Assistance for Families

CalWORKs is a temporary financial assistance and employment services program for low or no income families in California.

Cash Assistance for Individuals

General Assistance is a supplemental assistance program for those who are ineligible for cash aid under federal or state programs.

Cash Assistance for Immigrants and Refugees

There are several cash assistance programs available for those who are ineligible for other cash assistance programs due to their immigration status.

Employment Services

Nevada County Employment Services (Welfare-to-Work) assists families receiving CalWORKs Cash Assistance in becoming self-sufficient.

Housing Assistance

Find local housing resources.

Contact Us

Public Assistance

Email Public Assistance

Physical Address
950 Maidu Avenue Suite 120
Nevada City, CA 95959

Phone 530-265-1340

Fax 530-265-9860

Directory
Kristin Plante

Program Manager

Email Kristin Plante
Tamaran Cook

Program Manager

Email Tamaran