General Relief in Placer County provides temporary cash aid for those who are not eligible for federal or state programs or other assistance programs. All General Relief applicants must apply in person and be interviewed by an Eligibility Specialist to complete the application process.

Apply for / Access your Public Benefits Online (Medi-Cal, CalFresh, CalWORKS, Disaster CalFresh, General Relief)
Go to BenefitsCal.com to apply for or renew benefits, upload verification, and view information regarding health coverage, food, and cash assistance. BenefitsCal also makes it easy for community partners to create accounts and act as application assistors.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.placer.ca.gov/2150/General-Relief-General-Assistance
• BenefitsCal - http://www.benefitscal.com/

The Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCV), formerly known as the Section 8 Voucher Program, helps low and very low-income families, persons with disabilities, and seniors live in affordable, safe, and decent housing. This program covers all of Placer County with the exception of the City of Roseville.

Pre-applications will only be taken online during open application periods. All inquiries, questions, and applications can be made as follows:

• Online
• PCHA's call center: 530-889-7676
• Mail: P.O. Box 5346, Auburn, CA 95604
  

Web pages

• Home - https://www.placer.ca.gov/2134/Housing-Vouchers
• Applications - https://www.placer.ca.gov/2134/Housing-Vouchers
• Roseville Housing Authority - https://www.roseville.ca.us/cms/one.aspx?pageId=8904319

For any complaints related to housing or shelter providers in Placer County, you may contact:

Jamie Gallagher
HHS Program Manager
Housing/Homeless Services
Adult System of Care
(530) 889-7283

Housing complaints include but, are not limited to:

• Homeless shelters
• Transitional housing programs
• Other housing providers

Your input is valued. Providing your complaint/s to Jamie is a way for your complaint/s to be heard and recognized outside of the organization that you may have an issue with.

Medi-Cal assistance is available through Human Services, one of six Divisions of County of Placer Health & Human Services.

Medi-Cal offers medical, dental, vision and mental health care to eligible individuals and families at little or no cost. If you are ineligible to Medi-Cal, affordable insurance plans are available through the health benefits exchange, Covered California, during their November through December open enrollment.

The information on Placer County's Medi-Cal web page is for reference only. Speak to a staff person for the most up-to-date information.

Apply for/Access your Public Benefits Online (Medi-Cal, CalFresh, CalWORKS)
Go to BenefitsCal.com to apply for or renew benefits, upload verification, and view information regarding health coverage, food, and cash assistance. BenefitsCal also makes it easy for community partners to create accounts and act as application assistors.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.placer.ca.gov/2125/Medi-Cal-Program
• BenefitsCal - http://www.benefit…

Placer County Human Services provides the 1 Pill Can Kill campaign to raise awareness about the dangers of fentanyl and counterfeit pills, and to share local overdose prevention resources.

Services include:

• Education on fentanyl risks and opioid-related overdoses
• Information on naloxone (NARCAN) and how to use it
• Access points for naloxone and fentanyl test strips
• Prevention resources for youth, parents, and schools
• Links to treatment, recovery, and harm reduction programs

Web pages

• Home - https://1pillcankillplacer.com

The Placer County Veterans Service Office in Rocklin assists veterans, dependents, and survivors with access to local, state, and federal benefits.

Services include:

• Assistance filing VA claims and appeals
• Information about compensation and pension benefits
• Referrals for education, employment, housing, and mental health services
• Help accessing CalVet and federal VA programs
• Survivor and dependent benefit assistance
• Guidance with discharge upgrades and record requests

Services are available to veterans of all eras and discharge types, depending on eligibility.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.placer.ca.gov/1875/Veterans

The Placer County Public Defender's Office provides legal defense for those facing criminal allegations who are financially unable to retain an attorney.

Services include:

• Representing indigent individuals facing criminal charges
• Providing legal representation for appeals
• Arranging for necessary investigators, experts, and other defense services
• Connecting clients with services for addiction, housing, and employment

Web pages

• Home - https://www.placerpublicdefender.com/

The County of Placer Recorder’s Office is responsible for the recording or filing of documents which give constructive notice of transactions relating to real estate and are authorized by law. Documents are preserved and archived for reproduction for property searches and genealogical research.

Our office registers all Placer County:

• Births
• Deaths
• Public marriages

Records are available to the public to search, view, and copy for a fee, as allowed by law.

Clerk’s Office Responsibilities

The County Clerk’s Office:

• Real Property records
• Issues Marriage licenses
• Performs marriage ceremonies (English only)
• Registers confidential marriage licenses
• Files Fictitious Business Name Statements
• Files Notary Bonds
• Files other professional registrations\
  
  

Web pages

• Home - https://www.placer.ca.gov/1709/Clerk-Recorder

Placer County Vital Statistics Office provides the following services and information:

• Birth Registration - https://www.placer.ca.gov/2976/Birth-Registration Find information about birth registration for in hospital and out-of-hospital births. The Placer County Public Health Department no longer sells birth certificates to the public. Please contact the Placer County Clerk Recorders Office - https://www.placer.ca.gov/1709/Clerk-Recorder
• Burial Permits - 530-889-7158, https://www.placer.ca.gov/2978/Burial-Permits If you need to change the location of remains, you will need a new burial permit. A funeral director can arrange this for you, or contact us and we can assist you.
• Correcting or Amending Vital Records - https://www.placer.ca.gov/2979/Correcting-or-Amending-Vital-Records Find out about how to correct or amend a vital record.
• Death Registration - https://www.placer.ca.gov/2980/Death-Registration Death certificates and permits for disposition of human remains are usually generate…

The Business Resource Hub, hosted by the Placer Business Resource Center, offers tools, guidance, and expert support for entrepreneurs and small business owners in Placer County.

Offerings include:

• Startup tools for navigating permits, licenses, and registrations
• One-on-one advising through SBDCs, SCORE, veteran, and women’s business centers
• Regulatory and compliance guidance for local and state requirements
• Workforce development and hiring assistance
• Webinars and self-guided learning on licensing, business formation, and more
• Links to city- and county-level licensing, tax, and fictitious name registration
• Contact information for procurement, business data, and business structure resources

Additional notes:

Includes tools and links for businesses operating in Auburn, Colfax, Lincoln, Loomis, Rocklin, Roseville, and unincorporated areas of Placer County.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.placer.ca.gov/brc
• Placer Business Resource Hub - https://www.placer.ca.gov/10408/Resources