How to File a Complaint

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If you disagree with an action on your application, public assistance benefits or services plan, you can do any or all of the following:

You may talk with someone at your county welfare department. Explain why you disagree and ask for help.
You may file a formal complaint by writing or calling the Department:
California Department of Social Services
Public Inquiry and Response
P.O. Box 944243
Sacramento, CA 94244-2430
Phone 1-800-952-5253 (TDD 1-800-952-8349)
State that you want your problem to be handled as a "complaint" and give the reason for the complaint.