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Santa Barbara County Department of Social Services Santa Maria

Website: http://www.countyofsb.org


Santa Maria, CA - 93455
(805) 346-7135

Financial Help Provided: General Relief Assistance, Cash Assistance




Full Description:

The mission of the Department of Social Services is to provide protective services, employment services, and financial assistance that support the residents of Santa Barbara County in being productive and self-sufficient members of the community.

We do this by identifying their needs and administering federal, state and county programs to meet those needs, while establishing partnerships with individuals and community groups to ensure collaborative solutions.

The Department aligns its activities around the goals set forth by the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors for county government: Accountability, Customer Service and Efficiency.

General Relief

The county funded General Relief program offers short-term assistance to adults without children who need assistance with meeting their most basic shelter and personal needs.  Adults applying for General Relief fall under two categories, employable or unemployable.

Employable participants are required to repay county funds by participating in Work Project. Other employment services include referrals to Job Club and Job Search where they receive four weeks of assistance in seeking and securing a job.

Unemployable participants must provide proof of disability. Many people in this group are awaiting federal government approval of their total disability claims.  Participants must sign an agreement to repay county funds issued, by deductions from future disability benefits.  Our Social Worker/SSI Advocates provide assistance with the SSI/SSP application process.





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Tips For Prompt And Professional Assistance
1. Make an appointment - Always attempt to make an appointment. Oftentimes this will save you hours waiting in lines. When on the phone make sure you ask for the documentation needed in order to receive assistance.

2. Do not be late for your appointment - This tip should speak for itself.

3. Dress appropriately - If you want to be treated with respect, dress as appropriately as possible. We are not saying wear a suit. Just make sure you and your clothes are clean and non offensive. We have found that clients who dress in this manner have a better chance of receiving aid.

4. Bring all pre determined documentation - Bring all of the documents you were advised to bring from your appointment phone call. Without them, you will not receive aid.





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To help the needy find financial aid and assistance. This nation is going through tough times and providing a helping hand can help make the world a better place.