Press Releases

Stockton, CA – At its meeting last Tuesday, the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors received an independent review of the County’s emergency shelters . The report looks at how many beds are available, how the shelters are run, and how well they serve people who need a safe place to stay. It gives fact-based findings to help the County improve its work to reduce homelessness and to hold itself accountable with real results.

Stockton, CA – In response to the Federal government shutdown, the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) has confirmed that November CalFresh benefits will not be issued on the normal schedule. The State is coordinating communication efforts to inform recipients and stakeholders Statewide. This occurred between October 21-25 via text and email notifications.

San Joaquin County announced ten remaining dates for community clean-up events in 2024, inviting residents to dispose of unwanted trash and household items.

The San Joaquin County Human Services Agency’s Food For You Program will be distributing food at 20 different locations throughout San Joaquin County to eligible San Joaquin County residents in the month of December.

San Joaquin County Children’s Services, Parents by Choice, First 5 San Joaquin, and several other local community organizations have collaborated to bring the first Fatherhood Festival to San Joaquin County.