Call 415-473-3450 for questions.
General Relief - Cash Aid for Individuals
Help meeting your basic needs
General Relief provides temporary cash assistance for individuals who have little or no money. It can be approved for up to 6 months in a 12-month period, and possibly longer for people with disabilities.
Who may be eligible for General Relief
- Residents of Marin County intending to stay
- U.S. citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents, or residing under PRUCOL
- Adults aged 18 or older with no dependents (or less than 50% custody)
- Married couples
We will review to see if you meet the income and resource limits of the program, including:
- Reviewing any money received
- Cash and bank balances of $400 or less for an individual/$800 or less for a couple
- Personal property of $600 or less for an individual/$1200 or less for a couple
You may qualify for CalWORKs instead if:
- You are pregnant
- Are caring for a child under 18
Services you may receive can include:
- Monthly cash aid for General Relief, paid on an EBT card, to help pay for essentials such as food, personal items, or transportation
- CalFresh and Medi-Cal, if eligible
- Assistance through CalFresh Employment & Training program to prepare for and find a job
- Help with applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
How to apply
- Online: www.benefitscal.com
- In-Person or by mail at any HHS locations
- By Fax: 415-473-3333
Office Locations Hours
120 N. Redwood Dr. San Rafael
Hours: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Note: Closed for Lunch 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
3240 Kerner Blvd., San Rafael
Hours: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Note: Closed for Lunch 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
1 6th St., Pt. Reyes Station
Hours: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
1:00 pm -4:30 pm
Note: Closed for Lunch 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
If you need assistance for the application or need an interpreter, assistance is available upon request.
