2-1-1
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.
MEDICAL RESORCES
COVID-19 Assistance Navigation
Providing safety net services like unemployment, food, housing, and others by helping you understand what is available and guiding you through the application process. Support is available in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Tagalog.
Email: scc-can-info@wpusa.org Call: (408) 809-2124
Santa Clara County Public Health various locations and services call: (408) 490-0992 or 211
FAMILY RESOURCES
First Five Santa Clara County helps young children grow up healthy and ready to learn during the most important time in their development. They offer various services to prepare children for school. Cultural Access services are available (translators) 408-260-3700. Visit www.first5kids.org
Sourcewise Community Resource – Solutions for the aging population they provide. Caregiver referrals, Care management, Meals on Wheels etc. 408-350-3200 or visit https://mysourcewise.com/programs-services/
Santa Clara Office of Education – Providing information to help connect families to childcare.
Call: 669-212-5437 or email childcarescc@sccoe.org
FAITH BASED ORGANIZATIONS
Salvation Army Silicon Valley Providing 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. Call (408) 282-1165
FOOD RESOURCES
Second Harvest Food Bank of the Silcon Valley Food available daily. Cal fresh applications available (SNAP) meals for kids and nutrition guidance. Call: 800-984-3663 or visit www.shfb.org
The Health Trust Food Basket – Food bank, meals, vegetables, baby food, and nutritional items are all offered to those who need help. 1043 Garland Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126.
Call: (408) 513-8700
FINANCIAL RESOURCES
Technology Credit Union: 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
Mortgage Credit Certificate The MCC Program provides various assistance to eligible first-time home buyers. Call: (408) 278-6400
Sacred Heart Community Service Public Benefits Screening & Financial Coaching Asset Building for Independence program to help people increase income, decrease debt, establish credit, and develop assets. They also help people determine if they are eligible for public benefits
Call (408) 278-2172.
HOMELESS AND HOUSING NEEDS RESOURCES
Santa Clara County’s Homeless Helpline for all people currently homeless or who are at risk of becoming homeless and need housing, services, or other resources. Call (408) 510-7600.
Adobe Services: With a mission is to end homelessness by assisting low-income, un-housed people, including those with special needs, to secure stable, supportive housing and to be advocates for the removal of the causes of homelessness. Call: (510) 657-7409
West Valley Community Services (WVCS): WVCS provides helpful information and referrals to clients in collaboration with other human services agencies in the community. WVCS services include food, housing, support & mobile/RV sites. Call: (408) 255-8033
Supportive Housing Emergency Housing Placement of Santa Clara County –
Call: 408-278-6420
Sacred Heart Community Service Providing housing and financial assistance –
Call: (408) 278-2160
Sacred Heart Homelessness Prevention System Referral Offering a referral for those experiencing homelessness. Call: (408) 926-8885. Email housinginfo@sacredheartcs.org.
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. Call: (800) 551-5554