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SLO County Department of Social Services

Benefits and public assistance - 4 mi from 93405

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Benefits office for food, health coverage, cash aid, and related support.

Call first if you can

Hours, intake, and space can change during the day. Ask what time to arrive and what to bring.

What to say when you call

Hi, I found your listing on SafeSteps SLO. Can you tell me if this service is available today, who is eligible, and what I should do next?

Ask if they are accepting people today, what time to arrive, and what to bring. If you are not sure this is the right place, call 211 and ask for a SLO County referral.

Important instructions

Benefits can help prevent homelessness, but processing may take time.

Next steps

Apply online or call before visiting. Ask about CalFresh, Medi-Cal, CalWORKs, General Assistance, and employment supports.

Schedule

Call to confirm

Daily: Hours vary

Times can change quickly. Call or check the website before traveling.

Address

3433 S Higuera Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Hours

Business hours. Online benefit applications may be available anytime.

Check-in hours

Call to confirm current check-in hours.

Meals

Call to ask whether meals or food are available today.

Showers and hygiene

Call to ask about showers, restrooms, laundry, or hygiene supplies.

Documents

Photo ID, income, household, rent, utility, and immigration documents may be requested depending on program.

Who it helps

Income and household rules vary by program.

Eligibility varies by program and current capacity.

Services

  • CalFresh
  • Medi-Cal
  • CalWORKs
  • General assistance
  • Employment support referrals

Languages

English, Spanish

Tags

Spanishfamiliesyouthveteranswomenhousing preventionwalk-ins

Source

County of San Luis Obispo Department of Social Services

Checked Apr 9. Updated Apr 10. Call or check the website before traveling.