Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA)

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Who is it for?

RCA is a cash assistance program for refugees who are not otherwise eligible for any other cash aid. RCA also includes employment and other social services to assist a refugee in becoming self-sufficient.

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How to Apply

To apply for RCA, please call or visit any DHS office Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. -4:00p.m.

To apply online, go to Benefitscal.org
You may apply in person at any Kern County Department of Human Services office in Bakersfield or District offices in outlying areas. Click here for a list of those offices.
By phone at either DHS Public Line (661) 631-6000 or CAT line (877) 410-8812.
By fax at (661) 631-6573

Local Refugee Support Services

Family Justice Center

Address: 1300 18^th St. Bakersfield, CA 93301

Phone: (661) 868-5950

South Kern Family Justice Center

Address: 12022 Main Street (inside Lamont courthouse)
Lamont, CA 93241

Phone: (661) 868-5820

Website(For both this and Family Justice Center): Family Justice Center | Kern County, CA

Catholic Charities Diocese of Fresno

Address: 825 Chester Avenue Bakersfield, CA 93301

Phone: (661) 281-2130

Website: Catholic Charities Diocese of Fresno

Kern County, CA - Department of Human Services

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Who is it for?

To apply for RCA, please call or visit any DHS office Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. -4:00p.m.