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California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs)
The California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) provides temporary financial assistance and employment focused services to families with minor children who have income and property below State maximum limits for their family size. CalWORKs is a time limited program that helps to pay for housing, food, utilities, clothing and other necessary expenses.
■ Phone Number: 866-613-3777
■ Website: https://dpss.lacounty.gov/en/cash/calworks.html
■ Main Office: 744 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
General Relief (GR)
General Relief (GR) is a County-funded program that provides cash aid to indigent adults, and children in certain special circumstances who are ineligible for Federal or State programs. Able-bodied adults can receive aid for no more than nine months in any 12-month period. Participation in the GR employment and training program, General Relief Opportunities for Work (GROW), is mandatory for able-bodied adults.
■ Phone Number: 866-613-3777
■ Website: https://dpss.lacounty.gov/en/cash/gr.html
■ Main Office: P.O. Box 1580, Inglewood, CA 90308
Los Angeles County Consumer & Business Affairs - Financial Navigator
The L.A. County Financial Navigators program is designed to help L.A. County residents deal with the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, providing remote assistance in navigating critical financial issues and making referrals to other social services and resources.
■ Phone Number: 800-593-8222