Community Resources

Community Resources

There are many agencies and organizations offering a wide variety of assistance to Santa Clara County residents. Those listed below either provide information or referrals 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 you can help them help others.

General Assistance

211 Bay Area Information and Referral Services

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.

County of Santa Clara Behavioral Health Services

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

Santa Clara County Network of Care

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

Need Help Paying Bills  

Find how to get help with paying bills, rent, mortgages, debts and more with information on charities, churches, government assistance programs, and other nonprofits.

Santa Clara County Community Resource Guide 2022  

A guide to the social services that are provided by the Santa Clara County Social Service Agency.


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

Operates a variety of community assistance endeavors throughout the Bay Area serving all ages. It also provides referrals via 211.org (see above). (Donation information)

Catholic Charities

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

Bill Wilson Center

Offers a wide variety of services 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.

Community Services Agency of Mountain View, Los Altos and Los Altos Hills

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

Housing (Shelters and Rent Assistance)
Free and Low Cost Medical Services
Food Assistance
Legal Services
Financial & Job Assistance
Family Services
Domestic Violence Survivors
LGBTQIA+
Immigration
Help for Seniors
Clothing and Hygiene Assistance
Mental And Behavioral Health Assistance
Covid-19 Information
Reentry and Incarcerated Peoples Resources

Online Resources from SCCLD

Community Resource Online Resources

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Transitioning from military to civilian life? Get VA benefit support, standardized test prep and tutoring, and interview and resume help!

Digital Navigator: Internet and Technology Aid Appointments

Receive free one-on-one help with connecting to the internet and online resources. Assistance is available in English and Spanish.

Gale Presents: Peterson's Career Prep

Find resources on standardized test preparation, undergraduate & graduate program research, tuition assistance information, & career advice.

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Community Resource Online Resources

Nolo Press / EBSCO Legal Information Reference Center

Find legal forms, reference eBooks, and instructions for legal issues including business law, financial planning, family law, and much more.

Health Library by StayWell

A comprehensive consumer health information portal containing content by leading health information providers.

Adult Core Skills by LearningExpress

Access this resource to improve your skills in reading, writing, and math, and prepare for the U.S. citizenship exam.

GCFLearnFree: Computer Tutorials

Tutorials for computer basics, software products, internet, job searching, work life, and more. Available in multiple languages.

Additional Resources

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