2-1-1 is a free telephone number providing access to local community services. 2-1-1 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.
HOMELESS RESOURCES
Fremont Human Services Department: Laundry, shower and meal services are available to the homeless community in Fremont. FHSD has arranged several locations throughout the city that are open Monday through Friday.Call (510) 574-2222.
FAITH BASED AGENCIES
Catholic Charities East Bay: Provides help with back rent, deposit, and utility assistance. Provide services like one-time financial assistance, budget review and counseling, case management, and referrals for additional resources.Call (510) 768-3100.
Compassion Network: The Christian-based non-profit organization will be giving out food Mondays and Thursdays. www.compassionnetwork.org.Address: 39155 Liberty St. #H840, Liberty St, Fremont, CA 94538Hours: Monday and Thursday 10am -12pm, Phone: 510-796-7378
Salvation Army:Provides emergency assistance programs and services for Alameda County residents. Some of the assistance includes free food from a pantry, rental assistance, clothing, family stores, and funds for paying utility or heating bills, and free prescription vouchers.Address: 1027 A St., Hayward. 36700 Newark Blvd., Newark, Phone: 510-793-6319
FAMILY RESOURCES
ADULT EDUCATION
Fremont Adult School:Free English classes, virtual or onsite
FINANCIAL RESOURCES
Consumer Credit Counseling Service of the East Bay: Call 866-889-9347
Technology Credit: Call 408-451-9111 or toll free at 800-553-0880
Money Management International:At MMI, we specialize in providing nonprofit solutions to everyday financial challenges. Our success is your prosperity. We offer a range of financial education and counseling services to tackle the most common setbacks consumers face today.Call: 877-614-2227
FOOD RESOURCES
Alameda County Community Food Bank offers various services access to groceries free of charge. Help with enrollment of the Cal Fresh program (formally known as Food Stamps). Call: (510) 635-3663
MEDICAL INSURANCE RESOURCES
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 orget health insurance through the state’s Medi-Cal program.Call (800) 300-1506
HEALTH RESOURCES
Bay Area Community Health: Health and Social Services. Call: 510-793-6465
Haller’s Pharmacy: Vaccinations (Covid 19 first, second and boosters, Flu, and other immunizations)
Hers Breast Cancer Foundation:Call: (510) 790-1911.
MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI): NAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.
RCOZ.us:We are an open platform that connects the community via short video stories. These peer-to-peer conversations and personal narratives of everyday people who look and sound like you are relatable and help combat loneliness and uplift the mental and emotional well-being of society through human connections. Contact us
RENTAL ASSISTANCE AND HOUSING RESOURCES
ECHO Housing Assists residents living in Alameda County with move-in costs or delinquent rent due to a temporary financial setback. Livermore residents can call (925) 449-7340
Season of Sharing: Abode’s social services department coordinates health and supportive services for participants in shelter and supportive housing programs, offering comprehensive on-site assistance. Some of their housing programs are permanent supportive housing and rapid re-housing.Call: (510) 657-7409
Alameda County Social Services Agency: Provides cash aid or housing voucher assistance to Alameda County families and single adults who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.
Mortgage Credit Certificate Program: On a Countywide basis, the Mortgage Credit Certificate Program (MCC) is available to assist FIRST TIME HOMEBUYERS, who meet certain income limits, better afford a first mortgage on their first home.
Fremont Landlord, Tenant, & Fair Housing Services: Provides landlords and tenants with confidential counseling for all rental housing questions, including security deposits, repairs, and termination of tenancy, evictions, privacy, and right to entry, retaliation, and rent increases. The agency also provides confidential counseling and investigation of housing discrimination complaints, referrals for legal assistance, and community education on fair housing laws.Call (510) 574-2270
Affordable Housing in Alameda County Apply for affordable housing within Alameda County with both rental and ownership opportunities.
Operation Dignity Provides shelter, housing, street outreach, and supportive services to people experiencing homelessness, with a special focus on veterans in partnership with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.Call (510) 287-8465
Society of St. Vincent de Paul Alameda County: Provides various assistance to low-income families and the homeless in Alameda County.Resources offered include, but are not limited to, food pantries, computer and job training, health clinics, and other programs for the working poor and low income.
LEGAL RESOURCES
Bay Area Legal Aid Provides low-income clients with free civil legal assistance, including legal advice and counsel, effective referrals, and legal representation. Provider serving seven Bay Area counties.Call:(800) 551-5551Bay Area Legal Aid Provides low–income clients with free civil legal assistance, including legal advice and counsel, effective referrals, and legal representation. Provider serving seven Bay Area counties.Call:(800) 551–5551