The Imperial County Department of Social Services ( DSS ) will host an event to assist Federal employees.

The event is for those who have been furloughed or are working without pay as a result of the partial government shutdown. The event will be held Monday , January 14, 2019 , from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the DSS Office , 2895 S. 4th Street in El Centro.

DSS representatives , along with representatives from other agencies including the Employment Development Department , Inland Fair Housing , First Imperial Credit Union and Sun Community Federal Credit Union will be on hand to answer questions and provide information to assist with basic needs , loan deferments and unemployment benefits. All impacted federal employees are encouraged to attend. More information is available on the Imperial County website.