New Lemon Grove Family Resource Center Celebrates Ribbon Cutting

August 24, 2026

The County of San Diego has opened a newly relocated and renovated Lemon Grove Family Resource Center at 3285 Lemon Grove Avenue, positioned closer to public transportation and the community center. The facility successfully transitioned from its previous location with only a weekend closure, maintaining uninterrupted service delivery to residents. Since reopening, the modernized center has accommodated over 7,000 customer visits while providing essential services including food assistance, healthcare enrollment, and cash aid programs.

Who is affected

Nearly 115,464 residents in the Lemon Grove area who rely on self-sufficiency programs
Local families requiring food assistance, health insurance enrollment, and cash assistance
More than 7,000 customers who have visited since the center reopened
35 county employees who staff the facility
More than 1.2 million San Diegans served annually by the County's Self Sufficiency Services department

What action is being taken

The center is operating at its new location from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday
Staff are providing on-site CalFresh, Medi-Cal, and CalWORKs services
35 employees are supporting the community daily
The County's Self Sufficiency Services department is helping more than 1.2 million San Diegans across the region each year

Why it matters

The relocation significantly improves accessibility to critical support services for vulnerable populations by positioning the center next to trolley and bus stops in the heart of Lemon Grove. The modernized facility represents the county's commitment to delivering essential self-sufficiency programs—including food assistance, medical coverage, and cash aid—in dignified, contemporary spaces that better serve the community. With nearly 115,000 area residents depending on these programs for stability and pathways to independence, the improved access and enhanced service delivery environment can meaningfully impact families' ability to obtain necessary support.

What's next

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