Contra Costa County

Employment & Human Services

Important Update

  • As of January 1st, adults without satisfactory immigration status can not longer enroll in full-scope Medi-Cal (there are some exceptions for pregnant women and Foster Youth up to the age of 26).
  • For those already enrolled in full-scope Medi-Cal, including undocumented adults, it is important to take the steps necessary to maintain your coverage
  • Now is the time to start the process.
Visit BenefitsCal.com
If the paperwork feels overwhelming, you don’t have to do it alone.
We can help you get started and answer your questions.

Not sure of your Medi-Cal status? Make sure you complete your renewal on time. Discontinued? You may have 90 days from your discontinuance date to restart coverage.

Quick Tips

  • Apply for services, check the status of your case, make changes & submit documents at BenefitsCal.com.
  • Call the services center at (866) 663-3225 early when the queue opens at 8 a.m. Monday - Friday.

Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline


Toll Free
(877) 881-1116

Elder Abuse Hotline


Toll Free
(877) 839-4347

Outside Contra Costa
(925) 602-4179

Report Welfare Fraud


EHSD Welfare Fraud Office
 (925) 655-0881
California Social Services
(800) 344-8477

Help for Domestic Violence & Human Trafficking Victims


Contra Costa Alliance to End Abuse