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contra costa county list of resources
Contra Costa Housing Authority
For housing programs and related resources.
ECHO Housing
ECHO HOUSING: Provides housing assistance.
THE DWELLING PLACE CHURCH
THE DWELLING PLACE CHURCH: Provides food to the community every 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month from 3:00pm - 4:00pm @ 90 Village Drive Brentwood CA.
st. vincent de Paul
Offers food pantry, clothing, and care ministries in the Pittsburg area.
Food Bank of Contra Costa & Solano
Provides access to free groceries and can help with CalFresh applications. o Phone: 855-309-FOOD (3663) or use their online map to find distribution sites in cities like Antioch, Oakley, Brentwood and Pittsburg.
Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa
The mission of Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa is to provide community based food programs and partner services that focus on basic needs. We Nourish Lives! Operates dining rooms providing free hot meals to anyone in need. Locations: Antioch, Martinez, Oakley, Pittsburg, and Walnut Creek.
SHELTER, Inc.
A non-profit that can provide one-time financial assistance for security deposits or rent to prevent homelessness. o Phone: 925-335-0698.
Housing Authority of Contra Costa County
The Housing Authority of the County of Contra Costa provides rental subsidies and manages and develops affordable housing for low-income families, seniors, and persons with disabilities in Contra Costa County.
Utility Assistance (REACH/LIHEAP)
Programs to help with paying energy and water bills, especially in emergency shutoff situations. o REACH: 1-800-933-9677. o LIHEAP: 1-866-675-6623.
EHSD (Employment & Human Services)
Area Agency on Aging (AAA), Adult Protective Services (APS), IHSS, and HICAP (health insurance counseling).
Contra Costa Senior Legal Services
Provides legal help for seniors.
Walnut Creek Specialized Recreation
Activities for disabled adults.
CocoKids
Free childcare and preschool referrals.
Contra Costa County Early Childhood Mental Health
Support for families dealing with child mental health issues.
head start
Programs for children and families.
Bay Area Legal Aid
Offering legal assistance and services.
Contra Costa County Tenants' Rights Line
For housing-related legal issues.
Catholic Charities of the East Bay
Social services for families and individuals.
Provides comprehensive health, housing, food, and employment help.
211 Contra Costa (Dial 2-1-1)
Contra Costa Crisis Center
Offers 24/7 crisis calls, suicide prevention, and grief support, with a language line.
County Connection
Provides resources for food, shelter, mental health, and family support, plus transit info.
NAMI of Contra Costa
The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Contra Costa County (NAMI CC) has been supporting individuals living with mental illness, their families, and the broader community for over 35 years.
Shepherd's Gate
Shepherd’s Gate exists to meet the physical, spiritual and emotional needs of women and children suffering from homelessness, addiction and domestic violence through the love of Jesus Christ, equipping them to lead lives of faith, hope and love, and to reach out to others in His name. Shepherd’s Gate helps women and children escape abuse, addiction, sex trafficking, and homelessness.
Contra Costa Health
Offers various services including health centers and clinics, behavioral health services, and substance abuse treatment. o Substance Abuse Services Phone: 1-888-678-7277.
STAND! For Families Free of Violence
Provides prevention, intervention, and treatment programs for domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. o Crisis Line: 888-215-5555.
Bay Area Crisis Nursery
Provides free, confidential, and voluntary residential care for children (birth through 11) during family crises. o Phone: 925-685-8052.