Public Assistance Offices

Coronavirus Information: Accessing Services Remotely

• Visit BenefitsCal.com to apply online, upload documents, renew benefits, or report changes.
• Call 530-265-1340 if you have questions about your case or need to request a new BIC or EBT card.
• Call 1-877-328-9677 to check your EBT balance. All Medi-Cal renewals are waived until further notice.
• CalFresh and CalWORKs renewals may be completed without an interview in some situations.
• Employment Services orientation can be completed online.

Public Assistance Offices

Nevada County has three public assistance offices:

• Eric Rood Administrative Center in Nevada City
• Brighton Greens Resource Center in Grass Valley
• Joseph Center in Truckee

You can apply for benefits, drop off paperwork, ask questions about your case, or get a replacement EBT card or BIC at any of the three offices.