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	Home > Table of Contents > Health Services Hospitals Adventist Health Clear Lake 15630 18th Ave., PO Box 6710, Clearlake 994-6486 See www.AdventistHealthClearLake.org. Adventist Health Howard Memorial One Marcella Dr., Willits 459-6801 See www.AdventistHealthHowardMemorial.org. Adventist Health St. Helena 10 Woodland Rd., St. Helena 963-3611 Physician Referral 800-540-3611 See www.AdventistHealthStHelena.org. Adventist Health Ukiah Valley 275 Hospital Dr., Ukiah 462-3111 See www.AdventistHealth.org/ukiah-valley/ Mendocino Coast District Hospital 700 River Dr., Fort Bragg 961-1234 See www.mcdh.org. San Francisco VA Medical Center (Fort Miley) (see Veterans section) Sutter Lakeside Hospital 5176 Hill Rd. E., Lakeport 262-5000 ER 262-5050 See www.sutterlakeside.org. Health Clinics & Public Health Non-profit primary care settings that offer family practice and/or internal medicine health services and accept Medicare, Medi-Cal/Partnership HealthPlan, and Covered California insurance plans, amongst others. Most of these providers also offer services for a variety of specialty medicine areas (at their or affiliate office locations) and accept sliding scale and private pay arrangements. For individuals with Partnership HealthPlan insurance required to be treated at a facility to which they are assigned, call Partnership member services to request permission if seeking to be treated elsewhere. For those on CMSP, due to program changes please confirm whether your provider still accepts CMSP insurance. Adventist Health Clear Lake Medical Offices Transportation is available through shuttle program. See www.AdventistHealthClearLake.org. · Clearlake 15230 Lakeshore Dr., Clearlake 995-4500 Pediatrics 995-4530 Primary and specialty care medicine, behavioral health, and dental programs. Specialty care areas include obstetrics and women’s health, pediatrics, general surgery services, podiatry, physical therapy, nutritional and lab services, eye care, oral and maxillofacial surgery, endocrinology, nephrology, neurology, otolaryngology, rheumatology, and sleep medicine. · Hidden Valley 18990 Coyote Valley Rd., Ste. 10, Hidden Valley Lake 987-8344 OB/GYN 967-7550 Neurology 963-1882 Internal medicine, psychiatric services for adults, and specialty medicine care including cardiology, OB/GYN, oncology, otolaryngology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, urology, general surgery, pain management, and lab services. · Kelseyville 5290 State St., Kelseyville 279-8813 Family practice and cardiology services. · Lakeport 801 11th St., Lakeport 263-3746 Comprehensive primary care and cardiopulmonary testing. · Middletown 21337 Bush St., PO Box 1519, Middletown 987-3311 Family practice and obstetric services. Anderson Valley Health Center 13500 Airport Rd., PO Box 338, Boonville 895-3477 Comprehensive primary health care, dental, and behavioral health services. See www.avhc.org. Consolidated Tribal Health Project 6991 N. State St., Redwood Valley 800-642-CTHP or 485-5115 467-5649 central scheduler Primary, dental, and behavioral health services and support programs for American Indian/American Native patients. Includes medical care for injuries and illness, annual wellness checkups, immunizations and exams, sports and camp physicals, men's and women's health care, pediatric care, chronic disease management, HIV/AIDS/STD testing, and case management. Transportation services available for eligible patients. See www.cthp.org. Lake County Public Health 922 Bevins Ct., Lakeport 800-794-9291 or 263-1090 Multi-program agency works to safeguard and promote the health and wellness of the people of Lake County. Services emphasize prevention and education and include programs to lessen communicable and infectious diseases. Includes programs such as Child Health & Disability Prevention Program (CHDP), California Children’s Services (CCS), Office of Vital Statistics (birth and death), Communicable Disease investigation & surveillance, Emergency Preparedness, assistance with accessing Medi-Cal health care services, Maternal, Child, & Adolescent Health Program (MCAH), Immunization assistance and clinics, Flu clinics, SNAP-Ed (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education), Tobacco Control Program, Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program, AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP),  and Medical Marijuana ID Program. See http://health.co.lake.ca.us/site10.aspx. Lake County Tribal Health Consortium 925 Bevins Ct., PO Box 1950, Lakeport 800-750-7181 or 263-8382 Also satellite clinics (by appointment only): Clearlake - 14678 Lakeshore Blvd. Middletown - 22223 Hwy 29. Provides primary and specialty medicine services, dental, and behavioral health/human services for Native Americans and the general public. Speciality medicine services include pediatrics and obstetrics, chiropractic, acupuncture, podiatry and pain management. Outreach and transportation supports for Native Americans only. See www.lcthc.com. Long Valley Health Center 50 Branscomb Rd., PO Box 870, Laytonville 984-6131 Integrated primary health care, chiropractic, acupuncture, dental, and behavioral health services. See www.longvalley.org. MCHC Health Centers Comprehensive healthcare services including medical, dental, and counseling services; pediatrics; chronic disease management; women’s health and prenatal services; and referrals to specialty care. Urgent care offered at the Hillside and Little Lake centers on Saturday. Transportation supports may be possible for some appointments. The Mendocino Community Health Clinic network is a local, nonprofit organization with four health centers. See www.mchcinc.org. · Dora Street Health Center 1165 S. Dora St., Ukiah 468-1015 · Hillside Health Center 333 Laws Ave., Ukiah 468-1010 · Lakeview Health Center 5335 Lakeshore Blvd., Lakeport 263-7725 · Little Lake Health Center 46 Hazel St., Willits 456-9600 Mendocino Coast Clinics 205 South St., Fort Bragg 964-1251 Primary, dental, behavioral health and other specialty medicine services for all ages. Same day appointments available. Transportation assistance may be available in the local Fort Bragg area. See www.mccinc.org. Mendocino County Health and Human Services Agency, Public Health 800-734-7793 Toll-Free from within Mendocino County 120 W. Fir St., Fort Bragg 964-4713 (info line only) 1120 S. Dora St., Ukiah 472-2600 221-B S. Lenore St., Willits 456-3800 (info line only) Multi-program, multi-site agency works to safeguard and promote the health and wellness of the people of Mendocino County. Services include, but may not be limited to, flu shots, immunizations, TB clinics, Sharps disposal, tobacco control services, car seat program, WIC, CA Children's Services, Vital Records, field nursing, prevention and planning programs/services, Environmental Health, and Animal Care. Not all programs are available at each location. See www.mendocinocounty.org/government/health-human-services-agency/public-health. North Coast Family Health Center 721 River Dr., Fort Bragg 961-4631 Primary, immediate (minor medical needs), and specialty medical services. Specialty services include women’s health, pain management, nephrology, general and orthopedic surgery, podiatry, and ophthalmology. Part of Mendocino Coast District Hospital. See www.mcdh.org. Redwood Coast Medical Services See www.rcms-healthcare.org. · Gualala Medical Center 46900 Ocean Dr., PO Box 1100, Gualala 884-4005 A full array of primary and preventive medical services including family practice and urgent care. Specialty consultations available for orthopedics by appointment. On-site X-rays and lab. · Point Arena Medical Center 30 Mill St., Point Arena 882-1704 A full array of primary and preventive medical services. Redwood Medical Clinic 3 Marcela Dr, Ste. C, Willits 459-6115 Family medicine clinic. See www.AdventistHealthHowardMemorial.org. Round Valley Indian Health Center Corner of Hwy 162 & Biggar Ln., PO Box 247, Covelo 983-6181 Primary, dental, behavioral health and other specialty medicine services for all ages. Also chiropractic and physical therapy services. See www.roundvalleyindianhealthcenter.com/. Sutter Lakeside Community Clinic 5196 Hill Rd. E., Lakeport 263-6885 Comprehensive primary care including obstetric and gynecological medicine services. See www.sutterlakeside.org. Sutter Lakeside Family Medical Practice 987 Parallel Dr., Ste. C, Lakeport 262-5088 Primary care (internal medicine and family practice) and specialty medicine services including diabetes education, podiatry, and on-site phlebotomist. See www.sutterlakeside.org. Ukiah Valley Rural Health Center ~ Primary Care Offices Mail to: 260 Hospital Dr., Ukiah Part of the network of comprehensive primary, specialty, and behavioral health centers affiliated with Adventist Health Ukiah Valley. Specialty areas include internal medicine, orthopedics and physical medicine, cancer and oncology, pain management, urology, women's health, allergy, pediatrics and family care. Rapid Care in Ukiah provides care for urgent, but not life-threatening, situations. See www.AdventistHealthUkiahValley.org. · Ukiah Rural Health Center 260 Hospital Dr. 463-8000 1050 N. State St. 463-7495 · Mendocino Family Health Center 115 Hospital Dr., Ukiah 463-1900 · Fort Bragg Rural Health Center 850 Sequoia Circle, Fort Bragg 964-0259 · Lakeport Rural Health Center 487 S. Main St. 263-4360 VA Outpatient Clinics (see Veterans section) Dental Clinics Dental care settings that accept Medi-Cal/Partnership HealthPlan and may accept other dental insurances plans and private pay arrangements depending on provider. For individuals with Partnership HealthPlan insurance required to be treated at a facility to which they are assigned, call Partnership member services to request permission if seeking to be treated elsewhere. For those on CMSP, due to program changes please confirm whether your provider still accepts CMSP insurance. Adventist Health Clear Lake Medical Office – Clearlake, Dental Clinic 15230 Lakeshore Dr., Clearlake 995-4540 Transportation services available through shuttle program. See www.AdventistHealthClearLake.org. Anderson Valley Health Center 13500 Airport Rd., PO Box 338, Boonville 895-3477 See www.avhc.org. Consolidated Tribal Health Project 6991 N. State St., Redwood Valley 800-642-CTHP or 467-5601 Services for American Indian/American Native patients. Transportation services available for eligible patients. See www.cthp.org. Jodi Todd, RDHAP Mobile Dental Hygiene Practice 169 Mason St., Ste. 400 (mail to: 1340 Despina Dr.), Ukiah 272-4426 In-office and mobile dental hygiene services. Mobile services are provided at private homes, skilled nursing facilities, independent care facilities, assisted living facilities, group homes, retirement communities, hospitals and clinics, adult and special needs day care. See www.mobiledentalhygienist.com. Lake County Tribal Health Consortium 925 Bevins Ct., PO Box 1950, Lakeport 800-750-7181 or 263-8382 Services for Native Americans and the general public. Transportation supports available to Native American patients only. See www.lcthc.com. Long Valley Health Center 51 Branscomb Rd., PO Box 870, Laytonville 984-8222 See www.longvalley.org. MCHC Health Centers Transportation supports may be possible for some appointments. The Mendocino Community Health Clinic network is a local, nonprofit organization with dental services at three locations. See www.mchcinc.org. · Hillside Health Center 333 Laws Ave., Ukiah 468-1010 · Lakeview Health Center 5335 Lakeshore Blvd., Lakeport 263-7725 · Little Lake Health Center 45 Hazel St., Willits 456-9600 Mendocino Coast Clinics 205 South St., Fort Bragg 964-1251 Transportation assistance may be available in the local Fort Bragg area. See www.mccinc.org. Redwood Coast Medical Services ~ Point Arena Dental Center 175 Main St., Point Arena 882-2189 See www.rcms-healthcare.org. Round Valley Indian Health Center Corner of Hwy 162 & Biggar Ln., PO Box 247, Covelo 983-6181 See www.roundvalleyindianhealthcenter.com/ Tribal Health Outreach & Support Consolidated Tribal Health Project ~ Community Outreach Services 6991 N. State St., Redwood Valley 800-642-CTHP or 467-5644 Wellness programs and patient support through individual and group education, home and hospital visits for eligible patients. Contact Patient Resource Advocate at 467-5641 or 467-5604 regarding required documentation. Transportation services available for eligible patients. See www.cthp.org. Guidiville Indian Rancheria 419 H Talmage Rd., Ukiah or PO Box 339, Talmage 463-3693 Provides tribal members with transportation to doctor appointments plus counseling for drug and alcohol prevention. Hopland Tribal Health 3000 Shanel Rd., Hopland 472-2100 Advocates and schedules appointments with medical, dental, and behavioral health providers. Provides transportation in accordance with transportation policies. Operates an Indian Child Welfare Program including family advocacy, visitation services, and placement services. Serves youth and families within the boundaries of the Hopland Reservation. See www.hoplandtribe.com. Lake County Tribal Health Consortium Outreach Services 925 Bevins Ct., PO Box 1950, Lakeport 800-750-7181 or 263-8382 Public Health Nurse and Community Health Representatives provide home visits, hospital follow-up and patient education, smoke detectors, transportation to medical and dental appointments. Program also sponsors diabetes education, screening and health checks, nutrition counseling, cooking classes, and walking groups. Eligibility: Native American patients. See www.lcthc.com. Round Valley Indian Health Center Community Outreach Corner of Hwy 162 & Biggar Ln., PO Box 247, Covelo 983-6404 Home visits to elders; senior center blood pressure checks; tele-health/tele-medicine (diabetics and ophthalmology); diabetic support groups, check-ups and wound care. Some transportation provided. See www.roundvalleyindianhealthcenter.com/. Scotts Valley ~ Band of Pomo Indians Health & Social Service Dept. 1005 Parallel Dr., Lakeport 263-4220 Wellness and referral assistance. Alcohol and substance abuse prevention and counseling. Child care assistance and referrals, nutrition/weight management, AIDS/STD prevention, social health services advocate, health planning, youth activities, and resource library. Provides forum for coping with addiction issues. Sherwood Valley Rancheria 190 Sherwood Hill Dr., Willits 459-9690 ext. 111 Community Health Representative and Patient Chauffeur support rural clients in getting to their medical appointments. Must be Sherwood Valley Rancheria Tribal member. Disability or Condition Specific Supports ~ Adaptive Aids & Durable Medical Equipment ~ For companies that provide medical equipment (ranging from canes, walkers, wheelchairs, and commodes to hospital beds, oxygen, etc.), see yellow pages of your phone book under "Medical Equipment and Supplies" or "Hospital Equipment, Instruments, and Supplies." Senior Centers often have some of these smaller items to loan out. CA Telephone Access Program (CTAP) 2033 Howe Ave., #150, Sacramento 800-806-1191 Provides free telephone equipment for anyone who is disabled in hearing, seeing, moving, remembering, or speaking. See www.ddtp.org. Disability Services & Legal Center 415 Talmage Rd., Ste. B, Ukiah 463-8875 Information on assistive technology solutions. See www.mydslc.org. ~ AIDS/HIV & Hepatitis C ~ AIDS/HIV Nightline Toll-Free CA phoneline 800-628-9240 or 800-273-2437 TTY 415-227-0245 HIV textline 415-200-2920 After-hours telephone or text support when other service agencies are closed. Emotional support, crisis counseling and basic information for anyone with HIV-related concerns. HIV text-specific line is suited to all the same topics as the phone service. Textline terms and conditions apply, which can be reviewed at the website. See www.sfsuicide.org/our-programs/hiv-nightlines/ AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) Public Health, 922 Bevins Ct., Lakeport 800-794-9291 or 263-1090 Public Health, 1120 S. Dora St., Ukiah 472-2710 Helps insure people living with HIV and AIDS, who are uninsured or under-insured, have access to medication on the ADAP Formulary. Must be HIV or AIDS infected, a resident of California, 18 years or older, have a modified adjusted gross income that does not exceed 500% Federal Poverty Level based on family size and household income, and are not fully covered by or eligible for Full Scope Medi-Cal or any other third-party payer. See program updates at www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DOA/Pages/OAadap.aspx#. Community Care HIV/AIDS Program (CCHAP) and Drop-In Center 8050 Lake St., #A, Lower Lake 995-1606 301 S. State St., Ukiah 462-3041 CCHAP provides case management and support services to persons in Lake, Mendocino, and Sonoma Counties who have been diagnosed with HIV or AIDS. Lower Lake Drop-in Center provides counseling, social activities, informational meetings, support groups, and literature to persons living with HIV and AIDS, their family, friends, and caregivers. See www.communitycare707.com. Mendocino County AIDS, Viral, Hepatitis Network (MCAVHN) 148 Clara St., PO Box 1350, Ukiah 462-1932 Case management, practical assistance, emotional support, drop-in center, referral and information, food vouchers, transportation, rent and utilities assistance. HIV/HCV counseling and testing, syringe exchange, HCV support groups, and client socials. For any person affected by, living with, or at risk for HIV/HCV in Mendocino County. CUSOC case management for those with co-occurring disorders (mental health/substance abuse.) See www.mcavhn.org. ~ Cancer ~ American Cancer Society National 24/7/365 800-ACS-2345 TTY 866-228-4327 1451 Guerneville Rd., Ste 220, Santa Rosa 545-6728 Option 3 for local office Services for cancer patients include transportation, wigs information, clinical trial matching service, lodging, breast cancer support, online support, emotional support, referral to local and national resources. Information specialists available to answer questions 24/7/365 at toll-free national phone line. See www.cancer.org. Cancer Resource Centers of Mendocino County 45040 Calpella St., PO Box 50, Mendocino 937-3833 590 S. Dora St., Ukiah 467-3828 Provides a wide range of information, support, and advocacy to those faced with cancer. Lending library, individual assistance in treatment choices/planning, various support groups. Eligibility: cancer patients, cancer survivors, and those who support them. See www.crcmendocino.org. National Cancer Institute's Cancer Information Service National 800-422-6237 TTY 800-332-8615 Regional Office 510-608-5000 Provides up-to-date cancer information and personalized, confidential responses to specific questions about cancer via phone or on-line. Online assistance at the LiveHelp link at www.cancer.gov available Mon – Fri 6:00am – 8:00pm Pacific Time. See www.cancer.gov/aboutnci/cis. ~ Cognitive & Memory Loss ~ If forgetting to pay bills is an issue, contact utility, phone service, and other providers to sign up for "Third Party Notification" to let someone else know if payments become overdue. Also see “Adult Day Programs” section for other programs that serve those with cognitive impairment while providing respite for their care providers. Alzheimer's Association 24/7 800-272-3900 TDD 866-403-3073 24/7 toll-free helpline, support groups, family care consultations, MedicAlert + Safe Return registry and I.D. bracelet for persons with memory loss. See: www.alznorcal.org (N. CA chapter) or www.alz.org (National). CA Telephone Access Program (CTAP) 800-806-1191 TTY 800-806-4474 Provides free telephone equipment for anyone who is disabled in hearing, seeing, moving, remembering, or speaking. See www.ddtp.org. Redwood Caregiver Resource Center 1140 Sonoma Ave., Ste 1B, Santa Rosa 800-834-1636 or 542-0282 Provides services, including possible respite, to assist caregivers of older, frail individuals, or to assist older caregivers of people of any age who have disabilities. Also provides counseling and support for family caregivers of adults with adult onset cognitive impairments (traumatic brain injury, stroke, early onset dementia) through education, research, services, and advocacy. Helpful fact sheets and links at website: www.redwoodcrc.org. ~ Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities ~ Office of Clients' Rights Advocacy 427 F St., Ste. 232, Eureka 268-1388 Advocates on behalf of persons with a developmental/intellectual disability in Lake and Mendocino Counties; services include consultation, representation, training, investigating complaints, and assuring compliance of law by facilities and other service providers. May also assist the individual, who feels he/she has a developmental disability and should qualify for Regional Center services, in his/her attempt to be found eligible for those services. Eligibility: Any person who is a current Regional Center Client or Attempting to be a Regional Center Client. See www.disabilityrightsca.org/about/OCRA.htm. Redwood Coast Regional Center 180 3rd St., Lakeport 888-909-0470 or 262-0470 270 Chestnut St., Ste. A, Fort Bragg 964-6387 1116 Airport Park Blvd., Ukiah 800-281-3832 or 462-3832 One of 21 private, non-profit regional centers in California. Serves as an entry point through which residents with developmental/intellectual disabilities and their families can obtain community supports and services. Eligibility: Age 0-3 with developmental disability per Title 17 and at risk; or age 3+ with developmental disability or substantial handicaps (ex: cerebral palsy, seizure disorder, autism, traumatic brain injury) diagnosed prior to age 18. See www.redwoodcoastrc.org. State Council on Developmental Disabilities North Coast Office 505 S. State St., PO Box 245, Ukiah 463-4700 The council advocates promotes and implements policies and practices that achieve self determination independence productivity and inclusion in all aspects of community life for Californians with Developmental Disabilities and their families. See https://scdd.ca.gov/northcoast/ ~ Hearing & Vision Loss ~ American Council of the Blind 800-424-8666 Nation's leading membership organization of blind and visually impaired people. Information, referral, advocacy, governmental monitoring and involvement, and legal assistance on matters related to blindness. Provides scholarships for blind students. See www.acb.org. ATT Accessibility Resource Center 800-772-3140 TTY 800-651-5111 Provides services and equipment for eligible subscribers with vision, hearing, voice, and mobility impairment. Braille and Talking Book Library 900 N St., PO Box 942837, Sacramento 800-952-5666 or 916-654-0640 Library for blind individuals and those unable to read due to other disabilities. Braille books, recorded books, machines to play recorded books, and other materials go back and forth, free of charge, through the mail or via BARD (Braille & Audio Reading Download). Eligibility: Specified forms of visual or other disability, certified by doctor or other authorized agent. Call for application or download from website. See www.library.ca.gov/services/btbl.html. CA Telephone Access Program (CTAP) 800-806-1191 TTY 800-806-4474 Provides free telephone equipment for anyone who is disabled in hearing, seeing, moving, remembering, or speaking. Eligibility: All California residents with phone service and doctor's or other authorized agent's signature. Call for application or download from website. See www.ddtp.org. California Council of the Blind 2143 Hurley Way, Ste 250, Sacramento 916-441-2100 Toll-Free & After Hours Newsline 800-221-6359 Redwood Empire Chapter at Earle Baum Center 636-0082 Provides information and referral, technical assistance, membership and advocacy, leadership development, publications, emergency funds, accessible technology loans. Eligibility: Any visually impaired person. Call for details. See www.ccbnet.org. Council of Citizens with Low Vision International American Council of the Blind, Washington DC Membership organization provides information in various formats (large print, cassette, Braille); quarterly Vision Access magazine; conventions with topics related to vision impairment. See www.cclvi.org. Department of Rehabilitation 55 1st St., Ste. 215, Box B, Lakeport 263-3797 625 Kings Ct., Ste. A, Ukiah 463-4791 Provides services, training, and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living, and equality for individuals with disabilities. Special programs include "Personal Goal" and "Homemaker" services for blind and low-vision individuals. Eligibility: Permanent physical or mental disability. Call to apply or visit website. See www.dor.ca.gov. Ear of the Lion Hearing Foundation of California/Nevada, Inc. 850 San Jose Ave., Ste. 115, Clovis 800-327-8077 Provides reconditioned used hearing aids to low-income individuals. Also collects used hearing aids. Eligibility: Low-income eligibility of $24,000 or less for family of two unless special circumstances; physician referral and audiogram hearing test in prior six months; $150 "Lifetime Loan" fee for each hearing aid approved to be dispensed. Call, or visit www.earofthelion.org for application. Earle Baum Center of the Blind 4539 Occidental Rd., Santa Rosa 523-3222 Provides training to individuals with sight loss. Orientation and mobility adjusting to vision loss, daily living skills, and adaptive technology. Certified Dept. of Rehabilitation vendor. Fosters social and recreational activities. Facilitates support groups and provides in-home training in Lake and Mendocino counties. See www.earlebaum.org. International Hearing Society ~ Hearing Aid Helpline 16880 Middlebelt Rd., Ste. 4, Livonia, MI 800-521-5247 Professional association representing Hearing Instrument Specialists provides information and referral for those with hearing loss and hearing aids. See www.ihsinfo.org. TTY/TDD (Text Telephone aka Telecommunications Services for the Deaf) 711 all callers Relay operators that allow telephone communication by or to someone using a Text Telephone due to hearing or speech impairment. ~ Lung Disease ~ American Lung Association 333 Hegenberger Rd., Ste. 450, Oakland 800-LUNG-USA Provides education about chronic lung disease, tips and techniques to better manage lung disease. Visit website to learn more about Better Breathers Club support groups and the Freedom From Smoking online smoking cessation program. See www.lung.org. ~ Other Supports ~ Assistance Dog Special Allowance Program 744 P St., MS 9-7-96, Sacramento 916-657-2628 TTY 916- 653-7651 Provides a monthly payment of $50 to eligible persons who use a guide, signal, or service dog to help them with needs related to their disabilities. The allowance is to help pay the costs of food, grooming, and health care for the dogs. Eligibility: must live in California; be blind, deaf, hard of hearing, or disabled; use the services of a trained guide, signal, or service dog; and receive benefits from one or more of these programs: SSI, IHSS, CAPI, SSDI (meeting federal poverty guideline limits). See www.cdss.ca.gov/Assistance-Dogs.