How to Apply for Public Assistance

How do I apply?

Do you know that you can apply for CalFresh, view documents, submit verifications, report new information, view your EBT balance and much more using BenefitsCal? BenefitsCal is also available on your mobile phone by going to the App Store or Google Play. For faster processing of your application fill out all questions on the application and submit proof of your income and identity.

Applicants can complete an online application at BenefitsCal or GetCalFresh.org.

Applicants can download the application:


How to apply for Public Assistance Online

  • Apply using the BenefitsCal website.
  • You will have to create a user login with BenefitsCal in order to apply online.
  • Once you create a user login, you will have to fill out the online forms and submit the e-application.

 How to apply for Public Assistance by Mail

  • Request an application by calling 209-533-7312 or 209-533-5725.
  • The county can mail you an application packet forms.
  • Or download the application form.
  • Fill out the application packet forms and mail it to:
Tuolumne County Department of Social Services
20075 Cedar Road N.
Sonora, CA 95370

 How to apply for Public Assistance in Person

  • Request an application in person at:
    Tuolumne County Department of Social Services
    20075 Cedar Road N.
    Sonora, CA 95370
  • Fill out the application packet forms at the office. Once completed, turn in the application.

How to apply for Public Assistance by Fax

  • Request an application by calling 209-533-7312 or 209-533-5725.
  • The county can mail you an application packet forms.
  • Or download the application form.
  • Fill out the application forms and fax to: (209) 533-5714.

(Note: You have the right to file an incomplete application containing only the name, address and signature of a responsible member of the household.)

Bilingual services are available upon request. Los servicios bilingües están disponible al pedido.

Additional Resources: 

CalFresh Outreach Toolkit-Verification

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