Community Resources

There are many agencies and organizations offering assistance to Santa Clara County residents. Those listed below either provide information to get you the help you need, or are agencies that offer a wide variety of services. If you are in a position to do so, there is also information on how to get help for others.

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General Assistance

211 Bay Area Information and Referral Services, opens a new window

This free helpline connects those in need with a trained specialist to get matched with the right services. Available 24/7 in multiple languages.

Dial 2-1-1 or 800-273-6222, or text your zip code to 898211, or search online., opens a new window

County of Santa Clara Behavioral Health Services, opens a new window

Offers information on a variety of community resources for everything from transportation to food assistance to showers.

Santa Clara County Network of Care, opens a new window

Provides a searchable geographic directory, opens a new window to find a wide variety of support services in Santa Clara County.

Santa Clara County Social Services Agency, opens a new window

This directory contains all the services offered by Social Services Agency of the County of Santa Clara.

Charitable Agencies

The agencies below assist many of our neighbors throughout the Bay Area and rely on charitable contributions in order to provide these services. If you do not currently require their assistance and are in a position to help out, these links also provide information on donating and volunteering.

United Way Bay Area, opens a new window

Operates a variety of community assistance endeavors throughout the Bay Area serving all ages. (Donation information), opens a new window

Catholic Charities, opens a new window

Provide assistance, opens a new window with food, health, education, economic security and immigration services. Ways to help, opens a new window as well.

Bill Wilson Center, opens a new window

Offers a wide variety of services, opens a new window for children, adolescents and adults. Programs include service to foster families, the LGBTQ community, and trafficked minors. You can also find information on ways to give, opens a new window.

Community Services Agency of Mountain View, Los Altos and Los Altos Hills, opens a new window

Provides vital social services, opens a new window for all ages with food and emergency financial assistance, a senior lunch and nutrition program, services to the homeless and a community resources navigator, opens a new window program. Ways to help., opens a new window

Clothing and Hygiene

Sacred Heart Community Service, opens a new window

Twice a month, families can visit the Clothes Closet to access high-quality clothes, shoes, accessories, linens, and books donated by community members. Each family can take home 5 articles of clothing each, free of charge. Survival Sacks, backpacks filled with essential hygiene items, are provided once every 3 months for homeless customers.

Santa Maria Urban Ministry, opens a new window

Its Clothes Closet provides adult and children’s clothing, shoes, and accessories twice a month. Through its Warm Hearts initiative, the ministry also provides hygiene kits, daily bag lunches, and fresh fruits and vegetables to homeless clients, and during the winter months, coats, blankets, and sleeping bags.

Project WeHope: Dignity on Wheels, opens a new window

Offers mobile shower and laundry services. Locations and times vary.

Milpitas Food Pantry and Clothing Closet, opens a new window

Emergency Food and food assistance for residents of Milpitas and Alviso. Our Clothes Closet offers a wide variety of garments and household items donated by the community. It features sections for school uniforms and a Career Closet along with clothing for all ages and sizes. (Hours vary.)

Phone: (408) 946-5564

Domestic Violence Survivors

Victim Services Unit, opens a new window

The Victim Services Unit offers comprehensive advocacy services to all victims of violent crime, including victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. All services are available in person or through phone/video conferencing – including crisis intervention, emergency assistance, court updates, and court escort, victim compensation assistance. VSU is open Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, and is located at 70 West Hedding Street in San Jose. For more information, please contact them at (408) 295-2656 or email victimservices@dao.sccgov.org.

The Restraining Order Help Center, opens a new window

The Restraining Order Help Center is the place to go for information on how to get a restraining order. ROHC staff are trained to ask the specific questions that help identify the correct forms and information for each customer, since each person's case is unique.

Pro Bono Project, opens a new window

Talk to an attorney regarding DV/IPV Restraining Orders and custody and visitation issues at no cost for qualifying clients. Call the Pro Bono Project to apply at 408-998-5298, Monday – Friday 8:30 am -5 pm.

The National Domestic Violence Hotline, opens a new window

Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) to connect with highly trained expert advocates who are available 24/7 to talk confidentially with anyone in the United States who is experiencing domestic violence, seeking resources or information, or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationship. They will connect clients to local resources.

Here are some specific topics you can find information about:

If you are unsure whether you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, learn more here, opens a new window.

If you need information specific to LGBTQ relationship violence, learn more here, opens a new window.

If you need to access resources for those who are Deaf or hard of hearing, those resources can be found here, opens a new window.

Environmental Organizations

350 Bay Area

Aims to eliminate carbon pollution and achieve a clean energy future with racial, economic, and environmental justice.

Acterra

Provides free workshops, public lectures and community events to address climate change. Some of their strategic priorities include switching to clean energy sources, promoting healthy food policies and educational outreach.

Amah Mutsun Land Trust

Seeks to conserve and restore indigenous cultural and natural resources within the traditional territories of indigenous Mutsun and Awaswas peoples. Includes sites such as the Fisher Creek Restoration and Mt. Umunhum Cultural Easement.

Green Foothills

Aims to protect the open space, farmland, and natural resources of San Mateo, Santa Clara and San Benito Counties.

Peninsula Open Space Trust

Aims to protect open space and support local sustainable agriculture throughout the Peninsula and South Bay.

Save The Bay

Aims to protect and restore the San Francisco Bay for people and wildlife.

Sierra Club – Loma Prieta Chapter

Serving San Benito, San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties, the Loma Prieta chapter of the Sierra Club offers opportunities to be involved in local conservation efforts and connect with the community.

Family Services

Cal Fresh, opens a new window

CalFresh is California's food stamps (SNAP) program

CA Meals for Kids (App), opens a new window

The CA Meals for Kids mobile application helps you find nearby California Afterschool and Summer Meal Programs Sites through your iOS, Android, or Microsoft devices.

The Emergency Meal Sites section may be used during unanticipated school closures due to emergency situations.

Sacred Heart Community Services, opens a new window

Sacred Heart provides supplementary groceries and a clothes closet. Hygiene materials may also be available.

Santa Clara Family Health Plan, opens a new window

Low cost health care benefits with programs geared towards families and children

Valley Health Plan - County of Santa Clara, opens a new window

Low-cost health care benefits provided through Valley Medical Center

Family Resource Centers, opens a new window

First Five Family Resource Center, sign up here to receive assistance with formula, diapers, and other essentials for young children

Dependency Advocacy Center , opens a new window

Dependency Advocacy Center (DAC) is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization providing interdisciplinary family defense legal services to indigent parents and children involved in Santa Clara County’s child welfare system. Our adult clients face the removal of their children due to concerns of abuse and neglect with a myriad of issues presented, including poverty, trauma, substance abuse, domestic violence, and mental health. DAC’s goal is to promote timely reunification and preservation of these families in a safe, healthy environment.

Financial & Job Assistance

American Job Center Finder, opens a new window

Search for work and offer job search workshops, free computer access, and more.

California Benefits Page, opens a new window

Use this site to apply for benefits including: insurance, cash aid, and food assistance.

Labor Standards Enforcement, opens a new window

Provides links to benefits you may be eligible for including: Unemployment, Disability, Paid Family Leave, etc.

San Jose Location
224 Airport Parkway,
Suite 300
San Jose, CA 95110-1022
(408) 277-1266
LaborComm.WCA.SJO@dir.ca.gov

Open Monday to Friday:
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
1:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Work2Future Resources, opens a new window

work2future helps Santa Clara County residents get the skills and coaching they need to find a new job, get a promotion, or start a new career. We partner with employers to help them stay competitive and manage change with supportive and advisory services.

Phone: (408) 794-1101

Email: work2future@sanjoseca.gov

PG&E CARE and FERA, opens a new window

CARE and FERA are PG&E discount programs that help eligible customers pay their energy bills.

Unemployment Benefits (Employment Development Department of California), opens a new window

Register and apply for unemployment, certify for benefits, and manage your claim. EDD also provides tools and information to find out if you qualify and to learn about the process before you start, including a benefits calculator, FAQs, and a How to Apply for Unemployment, opens a new window guide.

Financial Assistance - Social Services, opens a new window

Services and programs to assist financially even if you have not previously qualified for services.

Working Partnership USA, opens a new window

Working Partnership USA and work2future are now offering the Trades Orientation Program: a free, 130-hourcourse that prepares you to enter a state certified apprenticeship leading to a high demand traders career.

Phone: (408) 809-2120

Flood Preparation

The resources below have been selected by the Santa Clara Valley Water District to help residents protect their homes from flood damage and provide information about flood insurance programs.

Above the Flood: Elevating Your Floodprone House, FEMA-347

Answers to Questions About the National Flood Insurance Program, F-084

Coastal Construction Manual, Volume 1, FEMA-P-55

Coastal Construction Manual, Volume 2, FEMA-P-55

Elevated Residential Structures, FEMA-54

Protecting Manufactured Homes from Floods and Other Hazards, FEMA P-85

Mitigation of Flood and Erosion Damage to Residential Buildings in Coastal Areas, FEMA-257

Protecting Building Utilities From Flood Damage, FEMA-P-348

Protecting Floodplain Resources, FEMA-268

Reducing Damage from Localized Flooding, FEMA-511

Food Assistance

Second Harvest Food Bank, opens a new window

Second Harvest is committed to doing whatever it takes to build a hunger-free community. That means distributing nutritious food to nearly every neighborhood in Silicon Valley, leveraging every available food resource, and collaborating with organizations and people who share our belief that hunger is unacceptable. Nutritious food is the foundation for a healthy, productive life.

If you are physically unable to leave your home, you may be eligible for free grocery delivery. Call 1-800-984-3663 for more information.

Sourcewise, opens a new window

Sourcewise supports seniors and caregivers as we expand our reach to include persons with disabilities and all adults in Santa Clara County. The “Great Plates Delivered, opens a new window” program connects older adults across California to meal delivery services.

Contact Form: https://mysourcewise.com/contact-us/

Santa Clara County Senior Meal Programs, opens a new window

Find free or discounted meals for Adults 60 and older. Spouses and caregivers may also be eligible depending on location.

Meals on Wheels, opens a new window

The Health Trust Meals on Wheels delivers hot, nutritious meals five days a week, sometimes with the option of a once-a-week frozen meal, to seniors and adults with disabilities. In addition to the meals, our drivers also provide daily wellness checks, making sure that our clients are safe, alert, and cared for.

Phone: (408) 513-8700

Email: info@healthtrust.org

Urban Village Farmers' Market Association, opens a new window

Find information using food assistance at the Farmers' Market.

Sacred Heart Community Service , opens a new window

We all deserve access to healthy, affordable food. Our volunteers offer two essential food programs: a three-day supplemental supply of groceries and an assortment of food for members who are currently homeless that requires no prep or cooking. Due to COVID-19, we are currently not zip-code restricted and everyone who lives in Santa Clara County can come for food once per week. Interested community members can register online to become a member of Sacred Heart

Contact Form: https://www.sacredheartcs.org/contact

CalFresh, opens a new window

CalFresh Food is California's name for the federal food program called Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) that used to be known as Food Stamps.

CalFresh Food is a nutrition program for California residents with low income that increases your food budget. It allows you buy healthy food at most stores, such as food outlets, grocery stores, farmers markets and some restaurants.

Check if you are eligible for this program., opens a new window

California Food Assistance Program (CFAP), opens a new window

The State of California provides state-funded CalFresh food benefits through the California Food Assistance Program (CFAP) for qualified non-citizens who do not qualify for federal benefits. CFAP benefits are issued through the same case as federal CalFresh benefits.

Phone: (877) 847-3663

Email: CFAP@dss.ca.gov

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

SNAP provides nutrition benefits to supplement the food budget of needy families so they can purchase healthy food and move towards self-sufficiency.

Check if you are eligible for this program. , opens a new window

Women, Infants and Children (WIC), opens a new window

WIC program provides a debit card for pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age 5 to buy nutritious food. The debit card can easily be used at your local grocery stores and farmer’s markets.

Need help with food and nutrition? Call 1-408-792-5101 or text 888-413-2698 to check if you qualify for WIC.

Free and Low-Cost Medical Services

Rotacare Bay Area, opens a new window

Free and Sliding Scale Clinics in San Jose & Gilroy.

SAN JOSE

Washington Elementary School - Washington Neighborhood Health Clinic
100 Oak Street
San Jose, CA 95110

Phone: (408) 715-3088
Email: sjclinic@rotacarebayarea.org

Gardner Health Services, opens a new window

Gardner Health Services is one of the biggest medical providers in Santa Clara County. Financial aid and charity care may be offered to those that qualify.

Medical Appointments (408) 457-7100
Dental Appointments (408) 457-7101
Mental Health (408) 287-6200
WIC (408) 254-5197

Valley Homeless Healthcare Program, opens a new window

Valley Homeless Healthcare Program (VHHP) provides healthcare services to people experiencing homelessness in Santa Clara County.

Phone: (408) 321-2300
Location: 1685 Westwood Dr. #1, 4, San Jose, CA 95125

Better Health Pharmacy, opens a new window

Better Health Pharmacy is the first and only dedicated drug donation pharmacy in California. They receive unused, unopened, and unexpired medications from licensed healthcare facilities, and dispense the drugs at no cost to their patients who have a valid prescription.

725 E. Santa Clara St.
San Jose, CA 95112
Phone: (408) 794-0564

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center Dental Clinic, opens a new window

A variety of locations are available and hours, contact information and services can be found on the website.

Healthier Kids Foundation , opens a new window

This organization provides critical services and learning opportunities for children and families in our community. Programs emphasize prevention and wellness to ensure that children and their families obtain health coverage, access health services, and develop and implement healthy lifestyles in their homes.

Mission Street Recovery Station, opens a new window

The Mission Street Recovery Station, located in Santa Clara County, provides drug, alcohol, and mental health triage and support services. This program is an alternative to incarceration or hospitalization for individuals under the influence of alcohol or other drugs. The program also provides an alternative to those experiencing a mental health crisis.

The goal for this program is to stabilize the individual and provide a direct link to services and treatment. Your stay is voluntary, and people can stay up to 23 hours and 59 minutes.

Phone: (510) 582-2100

ODfreeSCC

ODfreeSCC is managed by the County of Santa Clara Public Health Department, but is strengthened by active collaboration with multiple partners who share the goal of ending overdose in Santa Clara County. This countywide collaboration aims to increase access to information, services, data, and other resources to support empowered decisions around safer drug use, treatment options, and other methods to prevent overdose.

Have any questions? Contact ODfreeSCC at ODFreeSCC@phd.sccgov.org.

Help for Seniors

Santa Clara Department of Aging and Adult Services, opens a new window

The Department of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS) promotes an Age-friendly community for all residents of Santa Clara County. DAAS strives to ensure a safe and independent lifestyle for older adults, dependent adults, and the disabled.

Institute on Aging, opens a new window

Do you need someone to talk to? The Institute on Aging has a free Friendship Line for when you need to talk to somebody.

Sourcewise, opens a new window

Sourcewise coordinates tools, resources, and services for adults and caregivers in Santa Clara County, including information on employment for Seniors., opens a new window

Chinese Senior Health Resource Guide, opens a new window

Navigating the US medical system can be a challenge for Chinese seniors, especially if they are not born in the US and have limited command of the English language. A collaborative effort between our Chinese-speaking physicians and leaders from the Chinese community, the bilingual Guide is written in Chinese and English so that senior citizens can share it with families and care givers.

Meals on Wheels, opens a new window

Provides meals to Seniors, Persons with Disabilities and also those with medical conditions and isolation. Meals on Wheels also provides companionship through the Friends of Meals on Wheels

Immigration

Rapid Response Network, opens a new window

If you see or think you see Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in your community, please call the number provided. Services provided in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, and more.

Phone: (408) 290-1144

Amigos de Guadalupe: Center for Justice & Empowerment, opens a new window

Free or low-cost consultation and legal representation for immigration support. Services available in English and Spanish.

Phone: (408) 341-6080

Santa Clara County Office of Immigrant Relations, opens a new window

Information about connecting to immigration support and legal services. Services available in a variety of languages.

Phone: (408) 678-1430

Services Immigrant Rights and Education Network (SIREN), opens a new window

Provides free legal consultation and immigration services in English and Spanish.

Phone: (408) 453-3003

Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County, opens a new window

Provides quality immigration legal services, opens a new window to those in need and advocates for social justice and immigrant rights. Services available in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese.

Phone: (408) 468-0100

Legal Services

Law Foundation of Silicon Valley, opens a new window

Provides free or low-cost consultation and legal representation in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese.

Housing | Vivienda | Chương trình Nhà ở, opens a new window: (408) 280-2424
WALK-IN HOURS: Tuesdays & Thursdays; 1 PM - 3 PM
PHONE INTAKE HOURS: Monday, 9 AM - 11:30 AM

Children & Youth | Niños y jóvenes | Chương trình cho Trẻ em, opens a new window: (408) 280-2416
WALK-IN HOURS: None, By Appointment Only
PHONE INTAKE HOURS: Monday - Friday; 9 AM - 12 PM & 1 PM – 4 PM

Health/Mental Health | Salud/Salud mental | Chương trình Sức khỏe tâm thần, opens a new window: (408) 280-2420
WALK-IN HOURS: Tuesdays 1 PM - 3 PM
PHONE INTAKE HOURS: Monday - Thursday; 1 PM – 4 PM

Visit us: 4 North Second Street, Suite 1300, San Jose, CA 95113

For general questions, please call (408) 293-4790

Legal Advocates for Children and Youth (LACY), opens a new window

Free and confidential legal assistance to children and youth in juvenile dependency, family law, probate guardianship, education matters and numerous other practice areas; advocacy to improve court and community systems designed to protect and promote child welfare; and workshops to educate youth, parents, caregivers, and members of the community about issues impacting child welfare and legal rights. Assistance available in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese.

Phone: (408) 280-2416

Legal Aid at Work, opens a new window

Legal Aid at Work is a nonprofit legal services organization that has been assisting familied with low income on Litigation, Policy Advocacy, Direct Services and Education. Assistance available in English, Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Vietnamese.

Phone: 415-864-8848

Bay Area Legal Aid - San Jose Office, opens a new window

Free or low-cost consultation and legal representation.

Address: 4 North Second Street, Suite 600, San Jose, CA 95113
Phone: (408) 283-3700
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 9am – 12pm and 1pm – 5pm

Asian Law Alliance, opens a new window

Free or low-cost consultation and legal representation. Services offered in English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Spanish, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Korean, and other languages as needed.

Phone: (408) 287-9710

Pro Bono Project, opens a new window

Provides free legal help with domestic violence and child custody law in English and Spanish.

Phone: (408) 998-5298

LGBTQIA+

County of Santa Clara - Office of LGBTQ Affairs, opens a new window

This page includes resources for medical care, mental and social health, homelessness, employment, and more.

Email: lgbtq@ceo.sccgov.org

Human Rights Campaign - Tools for Equality and Inclusion, opens a new window

The goal at the Human Rights Campaign is to ensure that every LGBTQ+ person is free to live their life openly, with their equal rights ensured.

Human Rights Campaign - LGBTQ+ Youth Resources, opens a new window

This collection of resources is specifically for LGBTQ+ youth.

The Q Corner, opens a new window

The Q Corner is a peer-driven, Behavioral Health Services Department program dedicated to supporting the LGBTQ+ community and their friends, families, and allies, in Santa Clara County. The Q Corner Services include: Support Navigating Resources and Referrals, Peer Support and Mentoring, Opportunities for Social Activities and Community Building and Information on available Trainings and Best Practices.

Support Form: https://bhsd.santaclaracounty.gov/2slgbtqia-information-and-support

The Family Acceptance Project, opens a new window

The Family Acceptance Project (FAP) are working together to increase family support for LGBTQ children, youth and young adults.

The LGBTQ Youth Space, opens a new window

The Youth Space is a program of Family and Children Services for Santa Clara County, including counseling, activities and events, and resources in the County community.

Mental and Behavioral Health Assistance

Crisis & Suicide Prevention Lifeline, opens a new window

Crisis and Suicide Prevention Lifeline 24/7:
Call 800-704-0900, press 1 OR Dial 988 for local 408, 650 and 669 area codes.

CRISIS TEXT LINE 24/7: Send a text to 988. The service is always available.

CRISIS TEXT LINE en español 24/7: Envíe un mensaje de texto al 988. El servicio está siempre disponible.

Online Chat: 988lifeline.org/chat.

County of Santa Clara Behavioral Health, opens a new window

The Behavioral Health Call Center is the main entry point for anyone seeking mental health or substance use services in Santa Clara County.

Support is available 24/7, including holidays.

Call to get general information, referrals, or help for yourself or a loved one.

Here’s how it works:

Call the Call Center at (800) 704-0900, press 1.
A trained counselor will ask questions to understand your needs.
You’ll be connected to services—this could be a County program or a trusted community-based organization.

The Call Center helps people of all ages and backgrounds. Services are available for those with Medi-Cal, Medicare, or no insurance.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

Its warmline/helpdesk (408) 452-0400 ext. 1 offers help Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm. They also offer a resource page on where to get help with everything from local mental health clinics to housing and financial assistance for those with mental health disabilities to find a missing family member.

Momentum for Health, opens a new window

Momentum is the largest nonprofit provider of mental health services in Santa Clara County. Momentum offers adults, adolescents and families an array of high-quality programs and services that promote a healthier, independent future. To access Momentum for Health Services, you can call 988 if you are experiencing a mental health emergency. For other medical services, please contact them based on your insurance status, opens a new window, this service is also provided for those without insurance!

Eating Disorder Resource Center (EDRC)

This organization provides help to people affected by eating disorders through phone, e-mail, and in-person guidance. This includes education, treatment options, resources and more.

EDRC runs confidential support groups, opens a new window and offers information about treatment professionals, opens a new window, helplines, and crisis services, opens a new window in the Bay Area. In addition, EDRC provides information on insurance coverage, opens a new window and help clients receive insurance coverage for their eating disorder treatment.

Phone: 408-356-1212

Email: info@edrcsv.org

Reentry and Incarcerated Peoples Resources

Forensic, Diversion and Reintegration (FDR) Division , opens a new window

This unit is a part of the County of Santa Clara – Behavioral Health Services Department (BHSD), opens a new window. The department is designed to address the behavioral health needs of individuals with mental health, substance use disorders, or both who are involved in the criminal justice system.

Individuals can walk directly to the Reentry Resource Center, opens a new window located at 151 West Mission Street, San Jose, CA 95110

Phone: 408-535-4299 and be screened and referred by the Behavioral Health Reentry Resource Center Assessors.

Recovery Café San José, opens a new window

This café creates a community that supports healing from trauma, addiction, homelessness, and mental health challenges. Our loving accountability empowers growth and recovery. We envision a community where individuals living free from stigma reach their full potential and unjust societal systems are transformed.

Phone: (408) 294-2963

Email: info@recoverycafesj.org

Faith Based Reentry Collaborative, opens a new window

This group operate as programs of the Santa Clara County Behavioral Health Services Department (BHSD) in conjunction with other resource centers, faith-based providers, the BHSD, and the Faith Based Reentry Collaborative providing faith-based reentry support and services to individuals leaving jail or prison and returning to the Santa Clara County community.

Phone: (408) 535-4274

Reentry Resource Center, opens a new window

The Office of Diversion and Reentry Services (DRS) develops and manages programs and partnerships as part of a streamlined system of support for both individuals leaving jail or prison and those who are still incarcerated.

DRS operates two Reentry Resource Centers in San Jose and Gilroy which offer services to formerly incarcerated Santa Clara County residents for successful reintegration back into their home communities. In partnership with County and community organizations, these centers serve as one-stop shops for social safety net services. DRS also contracts with community organizations to provide employment, legal assistance, service navigation, behavioral healthcare, and other supports for clients in the community and in county jails.

Phone: (408) 535-4299

Email: reentrysj@ceo.sccgov.org

Concrete Rose Coalition , opens a new window

At Concrete Rose Coalition we aim to focus on generational healing for our system involved or system impacted men, women and youth, especially at the point of re-entry and/or reunification. We believe in order to know where you are going, you must know where you have come from, hence why we center cultural-based healing sessions and education. As a community we will thrive through mentorship by relatable individuals, offer focused training on communication, leadership and other essential life skills while simultaneously engaging in community relations.

Email: info@ConcreteRoseCoalition.org

San Jose State University Record Clearance Project, opens a new window

The Record Clearance Project provides the following services to guide people through the expungement process: court representation, helping clients get their Records of Arrests and Prosecutions (RAP sheets), brief legal advice sessions (Speed Screenings), and presentations on expungement law and employment rights of people with convictions.

San Jose State University Service Navigation Mentoring Program, opens a new window

The Service Navigation Mentoring Program hires former Record Clearance Project (RCP) clients who have had their criminal records expunged to serve as mentors supporting clients who are in custody or recently released. By pairing clients with mentors, justice-involved individuals gain structure and life skills.

Mentors connect clients to a wide range of services and help them meet immediate needs such as the following:

Drug or alcohol recovery
Transportation assistance
Employment searches and readiness
Food and benefits (e.g., EBT cards)
Housing and shelter searches
Education

Phone: (408) 924-7374 (Options 1-3)

Email: pathtoexpunge@sjsu.edu

New Skin Tattoo Removal, opens a new window

New Skin Tattoo Removal is a small nonprofit that provides low-cost tattoo removal for individuals seeking a lifestyle change, job promotion, military enrollment and other personal reasons. Our staff are volunteers who believe in our mission. Our fees cover the cost of free tattoo removal for referrals through programs.

Santa Clara County Public Defender Office, opens a new window

The Santa Clara County Office of the Public Defender provides legal representation to indigent clients who are charged with the commission of a criminal offense alleged to have been committed in this county.

The Office also represents minors against whom delinquency petitions have been filed in the Juvenile Courts of Santa Clara County, and clients who are the subject of conservatorship proceedings in the Mental Health departments of the Superior Court.

The Public Defender does not represent people in Family Court, Dependency Court, or Traffic Court

Phone: (408) 299-7700

Rent Assistance

Salvation Army, opens a new window

Salvation Army provides assistance to help families pay their rent and/or deposit in response to hardship or unforeseen difficulty. They also provide related services such as grocery assistance and clothing vouchers.

Call the Salvation Army at 408-282-1165 ext. 3210 or visit during business hours at 359 N. 4th Street, Room 202, San Jose, CA 95112. Se habla español.

Our hours are Tuesday-Thursday: 8 am - 12 noon and 1 - 3 pm, Fridays: 8 am - 12:00 noon.

Catholic Charities, opens a new window

Catholic Charities provides support for families and individuals facing housing instability or homelessness and a guide to affordable housing, opens a new window in the area. Call them at (408) 468-0100.

Community Services Agency of Mountain View, Los Altos and Los Altos Hills, opens a new window

Community Services Agency is a provider of various safety net services, including emergency rent assistance and other aid. Contact them at (650) 968-0836.

Shelters

HomeFirst, opens a new window

Homefirst is a leading provider of services, shelter, and housing opportunities to the homeless and those at risk of homelessness in the Bay Area of California.

Call the Here4You Hotline at (408)-385-2400, or Homelessness Prevention Services at hpsinfo@homefirstscc.org or (408)-786-8538.

Life Moves, opens a new window

Life Moves provides temporary housing to people experiencing homelessness with the goal of returning them to stable housing and long-term self-sufficiency. Check their Find a Shelter, opens a new window page for locations helping families, opens a new window, single adults, opens a new window, and veterans, opens a new window. Call 211 for services.

Heading Home Silicon Valley, opens a new window

Heading Home Silicon Valley is a collective effort by the County, various cities, and community partners to house all homeless families in Santa Clara County in the next few years.

To connect someone who is currently experiencing homelessness with assistance and resources, please call the Countywide Shelter Hotline: (408) 385-2400
To connect someone whose housing is unstable or is at-risk of becoming homeless, please call the Santa Clara County Homelessness Prevention System at (408) 926-8885

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