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  • HRSA health center finder

    Federal map of community health centers. Health centers adjust fees to income and family size and serve people who cannot pay. Search by ZIP code, then call the center.

    United States · Information or service finder · source checked October 21, 2026

  • California services and assistance

    Find state starting points for food, shelter, health coverage and community services.

    California · Information or service finder · source checked October 20, 2026

  • 211 California

    Free, confidential referrals to local help with food, housing, bills and more. Dial 211, or call 866-346-3211 and enter your ZIP code to reach your local 211. A few rural counties have no active 211 service.

    California · local 211 programs, not every county · Organization or resource · source checked October 21, 2026

  • Medi-Cal changes for immigrants

    The Department of Health Care Services page on 2026 and 2027 Medi-Cal changes tied to immigration status, including the enrollment freeze for some adults, dental changes and future premiums. A linked chart shows which changes apply to each status.

    California · Information or service finder · source checked October 22, 2026

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  4. What documents are needed, and are alternatives accepted?
  5. If you cannot help, which local organization should I try next?

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