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NEVADA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES #4662012
CalFresh, formerly known as Food Stamps and known federally as SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), provides extra funds to help those who are in need each month to buy groceries.
With a CalFresh electronic “debit” card (known as EBT) you can buy most foods at many food stores and farmers markets.
Several Nevada County Farmers Markets offer a CalFresh matching program called Market Money (or Market Match), where you can double your CalFresh dollars up to a specified dollar amount per market per week. Amount may change from year to year.
Apply for CalFresh
Californians can visit BenefitsCal.com or GetCalFresh.org to apply or call 877-847-3663 (FOOD) to be connected to their local county social service office.
CalFresh is a low income program - the gross income limit is 200% of the Federal Poverty Line. However, CalFresh program rules are complex - some income is not countable, and some individuals with income below 200% FPL may not qualify for CalFresh.
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[read more]NEVADA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES #88597391
The Nevada County Department of Social Services provides information on how to Replace Lost or Damaged Food using CalFresh and that they lost or had damaged in an emergency such as fire, natural disaster, power outages, etc. A form must be submitted within 10 days of the end of an event, such as a power outage. Sometimes counties extend the deadline beyond 10 days.
To Apply for Replacement Benefits
Complete and submit Replacement or Disaster Supplement Affidavit (CF 303) to apply for CalFresh replacement benefits after disaster.
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Locations
Grass Valley - Brighton Greens
988 McCourtney Road, Grass Valley, CA 95949
530-265-1340
Nevada City - Eric Rood Administrative Center
950 Maidu Ave, Suite 120, …
NEVADA COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE #4661139
The Animal Control department oversees Animal Control Operations and the Sammie's Friends Animal Shelter.
Services include:
Shelter services, including lost or found pets and adoptions, are run by Sammie's Friends.
In the event of disasters and emergencies, the Animal Control department of the Nevada County Sheriff's Office oversees animal evacuation.
Animal Evacuation information is event specific. Details will come from the Nevada County Office of Emergency Services. Though animal evac may be at the Nevada County fairgrounds, it may somewhere else if, for example, there is an event underway at the fairgrounds.
Specific information will be available by calling 2-1-1 or 833-342-5211.
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NEVADA COUNTY ASSESSOR'S OFFICE #4662316
NEVADA COUNTY OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES #10456348
In the event of a disaster, the Ready Nevada County dashboard will display real-time data on the Ready Nevada County Dashboard.
The Nevada County Office of Emergency Services (OES) coordinates with County departments, municipalities, key stakeholders, and special districts to mitigate against, prepare for, respond to, and recover from all disasters.
Ready Nevada County is an effort coordinated by OES to raise awareness and mobilize the community to prevent and prepare for wildfires.
2024 READY, SET, GO! Handbook - English
2024 ¡PREPARADOS, LISTOS, A EVACUAR! Manual
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CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY AND FIRE PROTECTION (CAL FIRE) #4661018
Cal Fire serves and safeguards the people and protects the property and resources of California. Cal Fire is dedicated to the fire protection and stewardship of over 31 million acres of California's privately-owned wildland and provides varied emergency services in 36 of the State's 58 counties via contracts with local governments.
Cal Fire duties include:
NEVADA COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY #69767834
The Environmental Health Department manages programs focused on environmental protection and public health in Nevada County. This includes wildfire cleanup and recovery efforts.
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NEVADA COUNTY OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES #69767742
The Nevada County Office of Emergency Services is one of the County agencies that can provide information about wildfires, from preparation to recovery.
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UNITED WAY OF NEVADA COUNTY #95755487
United Way of Nevada County administers the Emergency Fund, which provides one-time financial assistance to Nevada and Sierra County residents experiencing a temporary and verifiable emergency that threatens their housing, health, or safety.
The fund is designed as a last resort to address unexpected crises where no other resources are available. It is not intended for ongoing needs or chronic financial hardship.
Services include:
Additional notes:
Applications are submitted online.
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CONNECTING POINT #68869729
The 211 Connecting Point Contact Center can refer people to other 211 call centers in California and around the USA.
Find contact centers around the United States here.
You can also call 866-FIND-211 (866-346-3211) to find your county's 211 in California. Your call can be transferred to your local 2-1-1.
(Note: If you work at a 2-1-1 in California and would like your county to route appropriately through the 866-find-211 phone line, please contact Eve Hamilton at ehamilton@icfs.org.)
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2‑1‑1 is a free telephone number providing access to local community services. 2‑1‑1 is available in multiple languages, allowing people access to information and to obtain referrals for resources such as physical and mental health, housing, utility, food, transportation, employment assistance, and suicide and crisis interventions. 2‑1‑1 also provides disaster preparedness, response, and recovery during declared emergencies. | |
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