General Relief
Provided by SANTA BARBARA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES (DSS)
Descriptions
A County Program provides temporary cash help to very low-income adults. The program works like a short-term loan, and recipients are expected to repay the county. Payments can be made from workers' compensation or SSI/SSP. Participating in the CalFresh Employment and Training (CFET) program can help reduce the amount you owe back.
Eligibility
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must be unemployed and in need of financial assistance.
Application Process
Applications can be submitted in person or online.
Fees
No Fee
Service Areas
- Santa Barbara County
Phone
(844) 289-4682 | Countywide line |
(805) 287-3892 | Fax |
Hours
Mon 8am - 4pm;
Tue 8am - 4pm;
Wed 8am - 4pm;
Thu 8am - 4pm;
Fri 8am - 4pm;
Address
1444 South Broadway, Santa Maria, CA, 93454
Disabilities Access
Fully accessible to individuals using mobility aids
Address
1444 South Broadway, Santa Maria, CA, 93454
Listing Managed by: 211 Santa Barbara | Print Listing
Information last updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00