County Adult Assistance Programs (CAAP) CAAP Benefits

Eligible San Franciscans can receive up to $687 a month from CAAP as well as a wide range of additional services and assistance. 

Services and support

• Possible options for shelter placement
• Free Muni passes 
• Counseling for mental health, substance abuse, and domestic violence issues
• Working Families Credit
• Homeward Bound Program reunites people experiencing homelessness with friends and family who can provide a safe place to stay. 

Employment and training assistance 

• Immediate access to JobsNOW!, HSA’s job matching and internship program: Call to apply at (877) 562-1669 , email applyforjobsnow@sfgov.org or submit an interest form.

• Placement in a job with a guaranteed starting pay of at least $16.99 per hour
• Participation in Youth Employment and Training Services.
• Earned Income & Asset Disregard Program: The program is designed to promote self-sufficiency.

Assistance with applications

• Free California DMV Identification Card (one-time assistance only) 
• Birth certificate if required for your CAAP eligibility

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI) if you have a long-term disability.

For more information:  Call (415) 558-2227 or fax (415) 558-4104.

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