Kern County Department of Human Services – CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, IHSS (Kern County)

Human Services — Public Benefits Navigation in Bakersfield, California. Kern County Department of Human Services at 100 E. California Avenue, Bakersfield 93307 providing CalWORKs, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, and General Assistance. Main: (661) 631-6000, M–F 8am–5pm. IHSS office: 5357 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield 93309, (661) 868-1000, toll-free (800) 510-2020. Kern Regional Center serves Kern County for developmental disabilities: 3200 N Sillect Avenue, Bakersfield, (661) 327-

Phone: (661) 631-6000

Address: 100 East California Avenue, Bakersfield, California, 93307

Website: https://www.kcdhs.org/

Languages: Multiple languages

Services offered: CalWORKs, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, General Assistance, IHSS, developmental disabilities (Kern RC)

Ages served: All ages

Insurance & payment accepted: Medi-Cal, uninsured welcome

Good to know: IHSS: 5357 Truxtun Ave, (661) 868-1000. Kern RC: (661) 327-8531. M-F 8-5pm.

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Frequently asked questions about Kern County Department of Human Services – CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, IHSS (Kern County)

How do I contact Kern County Department of Human Services – CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, IHSS (Kern County)?

You can call Kern County Department of Human Services – CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, IHSS (Kern County) at (661) 631-6000 or visit 100 East California Avenue in Bakersfield, California. Their website is https://www.kcdhs.org/.

What services does Kern County Department of Human Services – CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, IHSS (Kern County) offer?

Kern County Department of Human Services – CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, IHSS (Kern County) offers CalWORKs, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, General Assistance, IHSS, developmental disabilities (Kern RC). Serves All ages. Kern County Department of Human Services at 100 E. California Avenue, Bakersfield 93307 providing CalWORKs, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, and General Assistance. Main: (661) 631-6000, M–F 8am–5pm. IHSS office: 5357 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield 93309, (661) 868-1000, toll-free (800) 510-2020. Kern Regional Cent

Are services at Kern County Department of Human Services – CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, IHSS (Kern County) free or low-cost?

Many community human services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Kern County Department of Human Services – CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, IHSS (Kern County) reports accepting: Medi-Cal, uninsured welcome. Call Kern County Department of Human Services – CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, IHSS (Kern County) at (661) 631-6000 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

What languages does Kern County Department of Human Services – CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, IHSS (Kern County) support?

Kern County Department of Human Services – CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, IHSS (Kern County) reports providing services in: Multiple languages. If you need another language, ask about translation services or call 988 for free crisis support in English and Spanish.

Who is eligible for services at Kern County Department of Human Services – CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, IHSS (Kern County)?

Kern County Department of Human Services – CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, IHSS (Kern County) reports serving All ages. Accepted insurance/payment: Medi-Cal, uninsured welcome. Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (661) 631-6000 to confirm before visiting.

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In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.