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Human Services Department

Human Services Department

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

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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.

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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

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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. 

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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.

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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