COVID-19 Resources

The Santa Ana CARES program, which provided millions of dollars in rental assistance, business grants, free COVID-19 tests for residents and more, has ended. Other COVID-19 testing options are below, and the City of Santa Ana is still accepting applications for rental assistance and some small business grants.

OC Health Care Agency Hotlines

General questions: COVID-19 HOTLINE (714) 834-2000
Medical questions: Health Referral Line (800) 564-8448

Current Health Rules

Orange County and most of California is under a Stay Home Order. Essential work and activities such as buying food are allowed, but gatherings, outdoor dining and group activities are prohibited. Masks are required when around others in public;.

COVID-19 Facts and Figures

Symptoms and Health Tips

COVID-19 Testing

City of Santa Ana is no longer offering free local testing, but other testing options are available.

Free COVID-19 Testing
Order At-Home Tests: Saliva Test or Nasal Swab Test
Isolation Assistance Program: Provides hotel rooms to family members who live in the same household as a COVID-19 positive family member.

Vaccine Information

The County of Orange is establishing Super Points-of-Distribution to provide the COVID-19 vaccine countywide. Vaccinations are currently only for health care professionals, first responders, people living in skilled nursing facilities and those 65 and older.

The City of Santa is working with the County to establish local vaccination sites within our city as soon as possible.

Mental Health Support and Services

County Mental Health Resources
Santa Ana Family Justice Center
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-TALK (8255)

Resources for Businesses

Financial Assistance for Residents

Rental Assistance
Eviction Moratorium
Isolation Assistance Program: Provides hotel rooms to family members who live in the same household as a COVID-19 positive family member.
No Street Sweeping Tickets During Stay Home Order

Free Food Resources

Senior Meals: Frozen, to-go meals are available at Santa Ana senior centers.
Food Distributions in Santa Ana
Orange County Free Food Map

Using City Services During the Pandemic

Santa Ana City Hall: Appointments are required for most services.
City Libraries: Digital collections, curbside pickup, Wifi hotspots available
City Parks: Open to the public, but no gatherings allowed.

Eviction Moratorium

The State eviction moratorium for those financially affected by COVID-19 ends on Feb. 1, 2021. The federal eviction moratorium ends on Dec. 31, 2020.

City Council Actions and Executive Orders

The Santa Ana City Council declared a local emergency on March 17, 2020, and City Manager Kristine Ridge has signed 12 executive orders related to COVID-19 to protect public health and provide financial assistance to the community.