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Get a cash loan for adults and emancipated minors who have no other means of support

Alameda County Social Services Agency Information Status

The General Assistance (GA) program provides cash aid to indigent adults and emancipated minors who are legal residents of Alameda County and who have no other means of support. The maximum cash grant for a single person on GA is $336 per month and $548 per month for a couple.
Schedule
Monday - Friday8:30 am - 5 pm

Lobby hours.
Eligibility Requirements
Resident of Alameda County, No dependent children. Applicants may have up to $1,000 in personal property. If you own a car or home you live in, it will not be counted towards your personal property limit.
ADA accessible
Yes
Citizenship Requirements
US citizen or permanent resident (Green Card Holder)
Cost Details
All GA benefits are considered a loan to the individual receiving aid. GA recipients must sign a reimbursement agreement as a condition of eligibility.
Cost or fees
Yes
Counties Served
Alameda

Alameda County Social Services Agency

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