Refugee Resources
The County of Sonoma Human Services Department is dedicated to connecting people to opportunity through responsive safety net services. To support our refugee community, we have compiled a list of public benefits and services available to the refugee population.
Jobs and Immigration
Job Link: Get Connected with Work and Employers
Sonoma County Job Link is a partnership of more than 30 employment and training providers that offer personalized assistance to job seekers.
Support for Immigrant Communities
Sonoma County is committed to all who are in need and are eligible for services, regardless of immigration status.
Cash Assistance
CAPI: Cash Assistance for Immigrants
CAPI provides cash benefits for legal non-citizens in financial need who are ineligible for federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) due to their immigrant status.
SonomaWORKS: Cash Assistance for Families
SonomaWORKS provides temporary help in the form of cash assistance for families with minor children who have little or no money.
Cash Assistance for Non-Citizens
SonomaWORKS has cash assistance programs that may be able to help certain non-citizens who have arrived in the United States and have little or no money.
Additional Resources
Public Transportation
Provides local and intercity public transportation services.
Offers fixed-route bus service in Santa Rosa with connections to other transit services.
Provides bus service in Petaluma, connecting to other transit services.
A commuter rail service that connects major cities in Sonoma County.
A program that offers free transit for passengers ages 18 and under.
Provides transportation services for seniors, including rides to medical appointments and social activities.
Financial Literacy Information
Mental Health Services
- Sonoma County Department of Health Services Mental Health Services - Provides mental health and substance use disorder services to Sonoma County residents.
- NAMI Sonoma County Warmline - The Warmline provides local resources, information, and confidential emotional support in Sonoma County.
Affordable Housing and Rental Assistance Programs
- Sonoma County Housing Authority - Provides safe, decent, and quality affordable housing.
- Low Income/Subsidized Rental Housing - 2-1-1 Sonoma County
- COTS Rental Assistance and Housing Location Services - COTS offers case management, supportive services, and financial assistance to prevent and address homelessness throughout Sonoma County.
- Catholic Charities of Northwest California Homelessness & Housing Solutions
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