Use our Automated Phone Services to Access Information about Public Assistance 

Call Toll Free 1-888-421-8080 - Available 24/7 

Looking for Information about Public Assistance?

Use the Automated Phone System to:

• Obtain office hours and locations
• Obtain information about CalFresh (Food Stamps), CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, and General Assistance
• Apply for CalFresh or Medi-Cal, Monday-Friday, 8:00 - 5:00

Currently receiving benefits?

Use the Automated Phone System to:

• Check the status of your case
• Report changes to your case (new address, new baby, income changes, etc)
• Access CalFresh, Medi-Cal, or General Assistance benefit information
• Check your Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) balance
• Check if reporting forms have been received
• Find out when reports are due
• Request replacement EBT or BIC cards
• Update or change your PIN number