Below please find a list of resources that may be helpful. Please note that links and other information are included when available. Please be sure to check with the organization directly for any updates on support.

2-1-1

2-1-1 is a free telephone number providing access to local community services. -1-1 is available in multiple languages, allowing those in need to access information and obtain referrals to physical and mental health resources; housing, utility, food, and employment assistance; and suicide and crisis interventions. 2-1-1 also provides disaster preparedness, response, and recovery during declared emergencies. 

HEALTH INSURANCE

Covered California is a free service that connects Californians with brand-name health insurance under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. It’s the only place where you can get financial help when you buy health insurance from well-known companies. That means when you apply, you may qualify for a discount on a health plan through Covered California, or get health insurance through the state’s Medi-Cal program. Covered California offers coverage for the entire family. Call: (800) 300-1506

Ability Tools is California’s Assistive Technology Act Program we provide a variety of services for Californians with disabilities of all ages. They provide technology free of charge to help people to continue live independently.  They lend devices as well as portable wheelchair ramps. etc  Call: 800-390-2699

California’s Low-Cost Automobile Program (CLCA)

California Law requires that all drivers of vehicles within the State maintain evidence of financial responsibility. The CLCA program is designed to provide income eligible persons with liability insurance protection at affordable rates as a way to meet California’s financial responsibility laws. 

Call: (866) 602-8861 

MEDI-CAL 

Medi-Cal is California’s Medicaid program. This is a public health insurance program which provides needed health care services for low-income individuals including families with children, seniors, persons with disabilities, foster care, pregnant women, and low income people with specific diseases such as tuberculosis, breast cancer, or HIV/AIDS.  Medi-Cal is financed equally by the state and federal government.   You must apply in your local county.

Alameda County Social Services Agency

Call: (888) 999-4772

alamedasocialservices.org

Contra Costa County 

Employment and Human Services Dept. & Workforce Services Bureau

Call: (800)709-8348

Santa Clara County

Social Services Agency

Call: (408) 758-3800

San Joaquin County 

Human Services Agency

Call: (209) 468-1000

UTILITIES

CARE and FERA are PG&E discount programs that help eligible customers pay their energy bills California Alternate Rates for Energy Program (CARE). A monthly discount of 20% or more on gas and electricity. Participants qualify through income guidelines or if enrolled in certain public assistance programs. Call (800) 753-5000 

California Lifeline Program (California Lifeline)

The California Lifeline Program (California Lifeline) is a state program that provides discounted home phone and cell phone services to eligible households. The California Lifeline discounts help consumers lower the cost of their phone bills. Only one discount per household is allowed (except for teletypewriter users and for Deaf and Disabled Telecommunications Program participants). Each household must choose to get the discount either on a home phone or on a cell phone, but not on both. Check out the Types of Discounted Services Available to learn about the program’s benefits. Call (866) 272-0349