Marin County Changes Public Health Department's Phone Number

MARIN COUNTY, CA -- The Marin County Department of Public Health and Human Services has a new public assistance branch and phone number, extended hours and a revamped West Marin office for its clients.

The new phone number is (877) 410-8817, and the previous number (415) 473-3400 will be phased out in the next few months.

The extended reception hours at the San Rafael offices at 120 North Redwood Drive and 3240 Kerner Blvd. are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays.

To reduce the wait time for people calling the public assistance call center, more workers will be available by phone to answer questions about food assistance and temporary cash aid.

At the Novato center, eligibility workers can no longer take drop-in appointments or in-person interviews. Other services are still available.

The West Marin Service Center in Point Reyes Station has reopened following a building renovation, and eligibility workers are available on Tuesdays.

--By Bay City News Service/Photo via Shutterstock