General Assistance Frequently Asked Questions
When will I get my benefits?
Benefits are issued on the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd of each month to your EBT card based on case number. Contact your worker for more information.
You can have your check stamped by the main office and you need to get a photo ID as soon as possible.
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My neighbor receives General Assistance but doesn't attend Job Connection or job search. Why do I?
Every case is different and may have different requirements.
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How can you ask me to look for work when I have no money? Can you help me out with clothing and transportation?
Contact your worker for information.
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Do I have to pay back my General Assistance benefits?
Yes, General Assistance is a loan and must be repaid to the County.
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Contact Information
9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday
818 South Main Street
Yreka, CA 96097
Phone: 530-841-2700
Fax: 530-841-2723
Sarah Collard, Ph.D, Agency Director
Trish Barbieri, Director, Social Services Division
Corey Watson, Deputy Director Social Services Division
Jamie Kimball, Program Manager, ETAS
Veronica Rivera, Program Manager, ETAS