The County of Santa Clara Social Services Agency's mission is to provide resources and opportunities in a culturally responsive manner to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting, educating, and empowering individuals and families. Our vision is to serve, empower, and transform.
Health Coverage
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Resources for Youth, Families and Older Adults
Foster parent support & assistance
In-Home Supportive Services
Transitioned Age Youth (TAY) services and programs
Affordable Connectivity Program
SSA News Room
The California Fruit and Vegetable EBT Pilot Project, which officially launched in Santa Clara County in October 2023, refunds CalFresh Food recipients up to $60 a month when they buy fruits and vegetables from participating stores.
Learn more about the EBT Pilot Project and see which stores are participating.
Santa Clara County Meals on Wheels program provides older adults with support and nutritious Meals.
The County of Santa Clara and community partners celebrated the beginning of construction Friday of an ambitious mixed-use development that will provide a new home for the Hub, a community center for current and former foster youth, and create up to 81 units of affordable housing.
Learn more about the New Foster Youth Community Center.
Express Lanes START will make the I-880 Express Lanes more affordable for Bay Area residents earning a low income. Drivers who meet eligibility requirements can apply and, if approved, will get at least 50% off all tolled trips in the I-880 Express Lanes using FasTrak®.
External Resources
Enrichment Activities for Children
California Safely Surrendered Baby
To find the nearest safe surrender site, call 1-877-BABYSAF (1-877-222-9723)
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Main Office
353 West Julian Street
San Jose, CA 95110
Media Inquiries: (408) 755-7760
Client Comment Line: (408) 755-7770
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