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Butte 2-1-1 / HelpCentral

Free information and referral service for local health and human services.

Hours
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Service area
Butte County

Countywide referral service; no destination address needed.

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Who it serves
Anyone seeking health and human-service resources in Butte County.
Alternate phone
866-916-3566
Text
Text your ZIP code to 898211
Last checked
2026-09-26
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Butte County Housing & Homeless Connection Center

Coordinated Entry enrollment, housing navigation, landlord advocacy, service coordination and other housing resources.

Hours
Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Address
78 Table Mountain Blvd, Oroville, CA 95965

Phone option 1 for housing resources; option 2 for Continuum of Care inquiries.

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Who it serves
People seeking housing or homeless services in Butte County.
Last checked
2026-09-26
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Butte County Employment & Social Services — Chico

County access point for employment and social services and public-benefit programs.

Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Address
765 East Avenue, Chico, CA 95926
More details
Who it serves
Eligibility varies by program.
Last checked
2026-09-26
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Butte County Employment & Social Services — Oroville

County access point for employment and social services and public-benefit programs.

Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Address
78 Table Mountain Boulevard, Oroville, CA 95965
More details
Who it serves
Eligibility varies by program.
Last checked
2026-09-26
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Butte County Community Services Center — Paradise

Butte County community-services access point in Paradise.

Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Address
7204 Skyway, Paradise, CA 95969
More details
Who it serves
Eligibility varies by program.
Last checked
2026-09-26
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Butte County Behavioral Health — Mobile Crisis Response

24/7 mental-health crisis support with mobile field response throughout Butte County.

Hours
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Service area
Butte County

For a life-threatening emergency call 911.

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Who it serves
Crisis intervention is available to the community regardless of insurance status.
Alternate phone
800-334-6622
Last checked
2026-09-26
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Butte County Behavioral Health — Crisis Services

Walk-in crisis evaluation and stabilization, with 24/7 phone and mobile crisis support.

Hours
Walk-in Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM; mobile response available 24/7
Address
560 Cohasset Rd, Suite 100, Chico, CA 95926

For a life-threatening emergency call 911.

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Who it serves
People needing behavioral-health crisis support.
Last checked
2026-09-26
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Butte County Behavioral Health — Chico Adult Services

Adult outpatient behavioral-health services including psychiatric support, case management, medication management, housing and benefits support.

Hours
Monday-Friday, 11:00 AM-4:30 PM
Address
560 Cohasset Avenue, Suite 140, Chico, CA 95926

Behavioral Health Access Line: 530-891-2810.

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Who it serves
Adults; program eligibility and coverage vary.
Last checked
2026-09-26
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Butte County Behavioral Health — Paradise Adult Services

Assessment, diagnosis and treatment including mental-health and substance-use assessment, medication services, counseling and referrals.

Address
7200 Skyway, Paradise, CA 95969

Call to confirm current hours before visiting.

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Who it serves
Adults age 18 and over; program eligibility and coverage vary.
Last checked
2026-09-26
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Butte County Behavioral Health — Oroville Wellness & Recovery Center

Wellness and recovery support, consumer-led groups, medication support, and computer/printer access.

Hours
Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
Address
82 Table Mountain Blvd, Oroville, CA 95965
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Who it serves
Behavioral-health consumers; call for current access requirements.
Last checked
2026-09-26
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Butte County Public Health Clinic — Chico

Immunizations, confidential testing and screening, family planning and related public-health services.

Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM; closed 11:45 AM-12:45 PM
Address
1930 Notre Dame Blvd, Chico, CA 95928

Often offers same- or next-day appointments.

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Who it serves
Services and fees vary; low-cost or free services are available.
Last checked
2026-09-26
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Butte County Public Health Clinic — Oroville

Immunizations, confidential testing and screening, family planning and related public-health services.

Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM; closed 11:45 AM-12:45 PM
Address
78 Table Mountain Boulevard, Oroville, CA 95965
More details
Who it serves
Services and fees vary; low-cost or free services are available.
Last checked
2026-09-26
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Community Action Agency of Butte County

Programs include food and nutrition, energy assistance and weatherization, housing, tax preparation and other anti-poverty services.

Address
181 E. Shasta Avenue, Chico, CA 95973

Phone menu: 1 energy services, 2 North State Food Bank, 3 Esplanade House, 4 Butte CARES.

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Who it serves
Varies by program; many programs serve low-income residents.
Last checked
2026-09-26
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Fresh Choice Pantry

Choice-based food pantry operated by Community Action Agency of Butte County.

Hours
By appointment; appointment availability changes daily.
Address
181 E. Shasta Avenue, Chico, CA 95973

Appointment slots are released as the schedule extends two weeks out.

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Who it serves
Butte County residents experiencing food insecurity; confirm current requirements when scheduling.
Last checked
2026-09-26
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Butte CARES

Enhanced Care Management and housing-support navigation for eligible unhoused or at-risk Medi-Cal members.

Service area
Butte County

County-oriented service; contact CAA for intake details.

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Who it serves
Adults or families with children under 21 who are enrolled in Medi-Cal and unhoused or at risk of homelessness.
Last checked
2026-09-26
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Chico Housing Action Team (CHAT)

Provides housing opportunities and directs applicants through Butte County Coordinated Entry.

Service area
Chico

CHAT directs housing seekers to 211 or the Butte County Housing Navigation Center first.

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Who it serves
People and families without housing who can sign a lease and pay rent; availability and program criteria apply.
Last checked
2026-09-26
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Torres Community Shelter

Emergency shelter in Chico operated by Chico Community Shelter Partnership.

Address
101 Silver Dollar Way, Chico, CA

Call before traveling for current intake and bed availability.

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Who it serves
Single adults and families with children; call for current intake and availability.
Last checked
2026-09-26
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Esplanade House

Transitional housing and supportive services for families experiencing homelessness.

Address
181 E. Shasta Avenue, Chico, CA 95973

Call CAA and choose option 3 for Esplanade House.

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Who it serves
Families experiencing homelessness; program criteria apply.
Last checked
2026-09-26
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Catalyst Domestic Violence Services

Crisis intervention and emergency shelter services for people affected by intimate partner violence.

Hours
24-hour hotline
Service area
Butte County

Location omitted for safety; use the hotline.

More details
Who it serves
People affected by intimate partner violence; contact Catalyst for service details.
Last checked
2026-09-26
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Legal Services of Northern California

Free or low-cost legal help on issues including public benefits, housing, discrimination, health care, education and employment.

Service area
Butte County

Call to identify the appropriate office and confirm eligibility.

More details
Who it serves
Low-income clients; eligibility depends on matter and program.
Last checked
2026-09-26
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Butte County Veterans Service Office

County Veterans Service Office providing assistance with veterans services and benefits.

Hours
Appointments Monday-Friday, 8:00-11:30 AM and 12:30-4:00 PM; walk-ins Tuesday and Thursday, 1:00-4:00 PM
Address
765 East Avenue, Suite 200, Chico, CA 95926

Office closes daily for lunch 11:30 AM-12:30 PM.

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Who it serves
Veterans and eligible family members seeking veterans services or benefits assistance.
Last checked
2026-09-26
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