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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on September 25, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in California, we recommend that you visit the Secretary of State's website or the California COVID-19 portal.
Food-Related Relief Programs
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Meals on Wheels Orange County
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, Meals on Wheels Orange County is providing grab-and-go and home delivered meals to individuals 60 years of age and older. » more information -
Sacramento Loaves & Fishes
During the COVID-19 outbreak, Sacramento Loaves & Fishes is continuing to provide food to homeless men, women, and children. A to-go breakfast is provided to guests on weekdays, and a to-go lunch is available every day (including weekends). In … » more information -
Meals on Wheels of San Francisco
During the COVID-19 outbreak, Meals on Wheels of San Francisco is preparing and delivering shelf-stable meal boxes to homebound seniors. » more information
Health-Related Relief Programs
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Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority
This section of the CARES Act addresses proper procedures to be used by the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority in implementing countermeasure research, development and procurement with respect to biodefense and infectious … » more information -
CARES Act Provisions for Seniors and Healthy Start
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) includes provisions addressing senior assistance programs and Healthy Start. » more information -
CARES Act: Coverage of Testing and Preventative Services
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) mandates that private health insurers cover certain testing and preventative services for COVID-19 without prior authorization and at no cost. » more information -
CARES Act: Support for Healthcare Providers
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) appropriates funds to detect, prevent, diagnose, and treat coronavirus, and provides additional funding for telehealth: … » more information -
Defense Health Program
This program appropriates $82 million in additional funding to the Department of Defense to cover the costs of COVID-19 diagnostic tests and related services for beneficiaries of military TRICARE health plans, as described in Division F, Section … » more information -
Families First Coronavirus Response Act Health Provisions
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) provides no-cost COVID-19 testing for participants in private health insurance plans and beneficiaries of federal health insurance programs, and expanded Medicaid benefits. » more information -
Indian Health Services
This program provides funding to the Indian Health Service to cover the cost of COVID-19 testing. Specifically, the program appropriates $64 million in new funding to the Indian Health Service to be used to cover the costs of COVID-19 diagnostic … » more information -
Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund
This section appropriates an additional $1 billion for a “Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund” for the Department of Health and Human Services (“DHHS”) to pay claims submitted by providers for reimbursement for the cost of COVID-19 … » more information -
California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs)
CalWORKs is a public assistance program that provides cash aid and services to eligible families that have a child or children. Families with little or no cash, or those that require housing, food, utilities, clothing or medical care, may also be … » more information -
Child and Adult Care Food Program
California’s Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is a state and federally-funded program that predates COVID-19, and can be used by eligible participants at this time. » more information -
City of Sacramento, California: Free Masks Available to Sacramento Businesses
The City of Sacramento is distributing masks provided by the California Department of Public Health to businesses in Sacramento. There are approximately 50,000 masks available. Mask pick-ups are available by appointment at the Coloma Community … » more information -
Community Testing Database
As a special COVID-19 relief measure, California has launched an interactive website to help Californians find COVID-19 community testing sites near them. The new site allows Californians to search for testing sites by current location, address … » more information -
Discounted Hotels for Health Care Workers
Governor Gavin Newsom has announced a statewide partnership with various hotels that have opted in to provide discounted rates to health care workers who come in direct contact with or are suspected of having direct contact with COVID-19 patients … » more information -
Statewide COVID-19 Hotline
On March 31, 2020, Governor Gavin Newsom announced the creation of a statewide hotline as a one-stop shop resource to answer questions and help provide assistance to Californians during the COVID-19 crisis. The hotline, for example, will assist … » more information -
Testing
All insurers providing commercial health insurance coverage must immediately reduce cost-sharing (including, but not limited to, co-pays, deductibles and coinsurance) to zero for all medically necessary screening and testing for COVID-19 and … » more information -
The CalFresh (SNAP) Program
The CalFresh Program (federally known as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)) provides monthly food benefits to low-income individuals and families and provides economic benefits to communities. CalFresh is federally mandated, and, in … » more information -
Toll-Free Friendship Line to Provide Emotional Support for Older Californians
Governor Gavin Newsom announced the Friendship Line, a toll-free line to provide emotional support to older Californians who are isolating at home due to California’s stay at home order and facing loneliness, isolation and anxiety. » more information -
Waiver of Certain Eligibility Requirements for In-Home Supportive Services and Early Learning and Care Services
As authorized by Governor Gavin Newsom’s Executive Order N-47-20, the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) has issued a temporary waiver of certain requirements and procedures for In-Home Supportive Services Program (IHSS) services … » more information -
Waiver of Eligibility Re-Determinations for Medi-Cal; CalFresh; CalWORKs; Cash Assistance for Immigrants; In-Home Supportive Service
On March 18, 2020, Governor Gavin Newsom issued Executive Order N-29-20. The order temporarily suspends the application of any state law that would require the re-determination of eligibility for benefits for individuals currently receiving services … » more information -
Free COVID-19 Testing
The City of Berkeley has expanded its COVID-19 testing program to provide free testing at its West Berkeley testing site to anyone in Berkeley showing COVID-19 symptoms. » more information -
Emergency Cooling Centers
Los Angeles County has identified several public facilities to serve as Emergency Cooling Centers, which will operate based on heat forecasts from the National Weather Service and in regions identified by the Department of Public Health. These … » more information -
Free COVID-19 Testing
LA County is offering free COVID-19 testing. A list of testing sites, and an interactive tool to find a nearby testing site, can be found here. Appointments are required and can be scheduled using this link. » more information
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