Welcome to the Employment Development Department

Quick Links

Contact Workforce Services Branch

  • Online
  • By Phone
    • (916) 654-7799
    • TTY Users, please call the California Relay Service at 711.

Services for People with Disabilities

Programs and Services

Governor’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities
Provides leadership to increase the number of people with disabilities in the California workforce.

Disability Program Navigators (DPN)
Assists people with disabilities to access and navigate the various programs that impact their ability to gain or retain employment. The DPN initiative was established to better inform people with disabilities about the work support programs now available at One-Stop Career Centers.

Media Access Office (MAO)
Actively promotes the employment and accurate portrayal of persons with disabilities in all areas of the media and entertainment industry, ensuring that the industry recognizes people with disabilities as part of cultural diversity.

Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Program
The DHH Workforce Services Sites, and the One-Stop Career Centers provide interpretive, job placement, and follow-up services to help you find a job. For additional information, contact EDD by using the TTY toll free numbers, which will put you in direct contact with a representative for the following programs:

  • Disability Insurance: (TTY) 1-800-563-2441
  • Employment Tax: (TTY) 1-800-547-9565
  • Unemployment Insurance (TTY) 1-800-815-9387

Disability Insurance
If you are unable to work due to a non-work related illness, injury, or pregnancy, you may be eligible for short-term disability insurance benefits.

Veterans Services Program
Special assistance is available for veterans with disabilities.