Contra Costa County

Employment & Human Services

Quick Tips

Update your case quickly:

  • Call the Service Center (866.663.3225) early when the queue opens at 8 a.m., Monday-Friday.
  • Apply for services online:

Important Update

Community members without health insurance, including undocumented adults:

  • Starting January 1st, adults without satisfactory immigration status will no longer be able to 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.

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