Welcome to Human Services
Have you heard of BenefitsCal.com?
BenefitsCal is now live for all Sonoma County users! Apply for public assistance programs including: Medi-Cal, CalFresh, CalWORKs and General Relief
Watch the video below for additional information:
An Introduction to BenefitsCal Online Application Process - YouTube
See menu of videos on How to Access BenefitsCal
Click here to apply now!
New - HSD Strategic Roadmap Report
HSD Data Report
Click here to view our latest HSD Data Report on our key programs and services.
Get help with:

Health + Food
Food, health insurance, and other benefits for living a healthy life.

Jobs + Money
Financial assistance, job search and job training.

Housing + Shelter
Short-term and long-term housing services.

Older Adults + People with Disabilities
Programs, services and events that support independence and quality of life.

Children + Families
Foster care, Child Protective Services, child care and other programs for children and families.

Veterans
Benefits available to U.S. military veterans and their families.
Vision
People in our community live freely chosen lives up to their full potential throughout their lifespan.
Mission
Building upon strengths, we bridge people to opportunity through responsive safety net services.
HSD Vision, Mission and Core Values (PDF)
Racial Equity Commitment
Click here to view our Racial Equity Commitment for Sonoma County Human Services Department.
February 11, 2025
Study assesses gaps, opportunities for programs that address food insecurity in Sonoma County
A major new report released today by the Sonoma County Human Services Department identifies gaps and opportunities to improve local safety net services that distribute healthy, nutritious food to people in need.
September 10, 2024
July 10, 2024
April 29, 2024
Sonoma County to hold May 4 memorial service for 44 residents whose bodies were unclaimed