Sacramento County, CA Assistance Programs

Our housing assistance programs include HUD, housing assistance, Section 8, subsidized housing programs in Sacramento County.

Legal Services of Northern California - Sacramento

515 Twelvth Street
Sacramento, CA - 95814
916-551-2150
Services: Offers free legal services for low-income clients in civil law such as housing, health care and social security. Please call them for more information. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm ..

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Sacramento Community Family Resources

89 Dean Road E
Sacramento, CA - 95815
(916)514-6333
We are the largest, and only updated, directory of services, including emergency shelters, food banks, etc., in the County of Sacramento. Victor Stark, Certified Social Worker...

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North Highlands Salvation Army

3213 Orange Grove Avenue
North Highlands, CA - 95660
(916) 678-4010
Services at this location: Rent and utilities assistance Food assistance Hygiene assistance Counseling with child-parent relationships, marital problems, adolescent issues, unmarried mother's situations, and unemployment Christmas activities and summer camp holidays Shelter programs we currently offer. Center of Hope Mens and Womens Shelter in Sacramento Our 124 bed facility located in downtown Sacramento provides homeless men and women a safe and secure place to call home for up to 30 days. Hope Harbor Family Service Center in Lodi Men, women and children may stay for up to 56 nights per year at the only emergency shelter in the city. Oakland Garden Center Family Shelter in Oakland One of the only shelters in the area that serves entire families. The Depot Family Crisis Center in Yuba City This six-month program assists families with rebuilding their lives after the trauma of homelessness and substance abuse. ..

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Loaves and Fishes - Sacramento

1321 North C Street
Sacramento, CA - 95811
916-446-0874
They provide a shelter that provides a clinic, legal aid, AA, NA meetings, drug and alcohol treatment program, mental health services, library, dining room for noon meals and Maryhouse a daytime shelter for women and children. No ID is necessary. Call for best times to come in. ..

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Loaves & Fishes Friendship Park

1200 N C St
Sacramento, CA - 95811
(916) 443-7378
Friendship Park is a private park that provides activities, information and a safe environment for our guests during the day. 323,000 cups of coffee were filled in 2015 as well as 218,967 pastries served for morning breakfast. The Park provides telephones and free local telephone calls to our guests. There is an Information Service Center (916 446-9316) to assist and sign up guest for services: Noon meal, hair cut vouchers, toiletries, and locker storage. With the help of donations from the community, Loaves and Fishes has built a Wash House which provides laundry service for our homeless guests as well as a place for men to shower and shave (with toiletries included) Wash House Showers, shaves, toiletries, laundry services, and clothing exchange available to men every weekday. ..

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St. Johns Shelter Program - Sacramento

4410 Power Inn Road
Sacramento, CA - 95826
916-453-1482
A shelter for women and women with children up to four children. Classes offered are anger management, parenting, budgeting, relapse prevention, job skills, and basic computer. Public Health Nurse available. Mental health and substance abuse counseling also available. The services are free. Call for best times to come in...

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A Program of Next Move Homeless Services

1422 C Street
Sacramento, CA - 95814
(916) 443-2646
Direct Services: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9:00 AM 12:00 PM Doors open exactly at 9:00 AM, please do not line up before 8:45 AM Numbers are handed out lottery style so arriving early will not guarantee service. DMV Voucher for CA-ID: Please bring documentation with your name on it showing you are currently receiving government benefits (i.e. EBT card, MediCal card, Notice of Action/DHA printout, Social Security award letter) to be eligible for a reduced fee voucher. Bus Pass: One bus pass is given every seven days for verifiable medical, dental, or court appointments. Verifiable meaning a written, email, text or voicemail confirmation of the appointment. Hygiene Kits: Essential toiletry items are available upon request during normal hours of operation. Clothing Donation Center: Must have a Valid ID to enter. Can take up to 15 items per visit, limited to 6 visits in a 6-month period. Open Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri from 9:00 AM 12:00 PM. Diversion Program: This program provides assistance with utilities, first months rent, or eviction avoidance to low income families. We may be able to assist you with your PG&E or SMUD bill if you have a 15-day, 48 hour or FINAL notice. In order to qualify for eviction avoidance, you must have a 3-Day Notice to Pay or Quit. Please call to complete an eligibility assessment over the phone, or you can come and complete one in person. Eye Glass Voucher Program: Low income and homeless individuals are eligible to receive one free pair of eyeglasses per year. You must be able to provide:  A recent eyeglass prescription from the last 12 months  Your pupillary distance measurement  Proof of income Please call to schedule an appointment. Homeless Verification and Birth Certificate Affidavits for Homeless Individuals: Francis House Center will only verify homelessness if you have received services from us in the past 6 months, and if we have verification of your homelessness on file through our own records ..

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The Effort Medical Clinic, J Street - Sacramento

1820 J Street
Sacramento, CA - 95811
916-737-5555
Provides primary care including family practice, family planning, well child care, immunizations, sexually transmitted disease diagnosis and treatment, HIV testing and counseling, and breast cancer screening. This services is for low income, uninsured, and under insured clients. Many services, such as family planning and well child exams, are free. Call for more information...

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Mercy Clinic, North C Street - Sacramento

1321 North C Street
Sacramento, CA - 95814
916-446-3345
Provides an urgent care clinic where minor medical services are available free of charge to homeless people. This program is part of the Loaves and Fishes shelter. Call for more information...

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Mercy Clinic Loaves & Fishes

1321 N C St #22
Sacramento, CA - 95811
(916) 446-3345
Health service and information clinic, sponsored and managed by the Sisters of Mercy, Dignity Health, and Sacramento County Department of Health and Social Services. The clinic is a place for homeless individuals to come to receive assistance obtaining the health care they need. Registered Nurses identify patients immediate and long term needs and assist with linkage to available care for health, dental, mental health, and social services. These services are available to people experiencing homelessness every weekday from 730 am to 3pm. Phone: 916-446-3345) ..

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Department of Health and Human Services, East Parkway - Sacramento

7001-A East Parkway Suite 1000
Sacramento, CA - 95823
916-875-6091
Provides assisted living, counseling, Health/Dental benefits, Health Education, WIC (a nutrition program that helps pregnant, new mothers with young children. This agency also offers an In-Home Supportive Service (IHSS) for the blind, aged, or disabled person. Call for best times to come in...

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Local Rehab Assistance: 866-481-4384
Specialists trained to find the best treatment solutions at little to no cost. Call for location and rates for rehab.

William R. Ridgeway Family Relations Courthouse - Sacramento

3341 Power Inn Road
Sacramento, CA - 95826
916-875-3400
Provides legal assistance in Family Law involving dissolution of marriage, legal separation, paternity, restraining orders, domestic violence, adoption, child custody and/or visitation. Assists with probate-guardianship, conservator ship, trusts, and juvenile dependency. The Self Help Center provides legal and procedural assistance for the Family Court Resource Referral Program, Self-Help Computer Room and a Community Resource Room for use by court customers free of charge...

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Wellsprings Womens Center - Sacramento

3414 Fourth Avenue
Sacramento, CA - 95817
916-454-9688
Hospitality center for mothers and their children. Serve nutritious breakfast; provide counseling, case-management, resource referrals, wellness activities and workshops. All services are free. To access services, drop-in between the hours of 7:30am-11:30am or call for an appointment. Provides Wellness Programs such as counseling, Referrals and other services...

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Voluntary Legal Services - Sacramento

501 12th Street
Sacramento, CA - 95814
(916) 551-2102
Offer pro bono legal advice in the areas of family law, guardianship/conservatorship/probate, employment law, debt collection and estate planning...

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Victims of Crime Resource Center - Sacramento

3200 Fifth Street
Sacramento, CA - 95817
800-842-8467
Provides assistance to victims with legal problems. Agency is located at the McGeorge School of Law. Services are in English and Spanish. Call or go online to learn more about this service...

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Senior Center of Elk Grove

8830 Sharkey Avenue
Elk Grove, CA - 95624
(916)685-3160
The Senior Center of Elk Grove is one of only four self funded non-profit Senior Centers in California. We are not run by the City, County or Recreation Department as most Centers are. We maintain complete control over our programs and services, so we may offer relevant and needed service for our seniors. The Senior Center of Elk Grove believes that healthy, happy seniors are vital to our community. Staying fit and active helps seniors maintain their independent, vibrant lifestyles. Come on in for a tour and let us show off our active and friendly Center...

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Folsom Senior Center

48 Natoma St.
Folsom, CA - 95630
(916)461-6612
The Folsom Senior Center is located at 48 Natoma Street, between Folsom City Hall and the Folsom Police Department. The Center is open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and offers a wide variety of informal and free drop-in activities for ages 55+ in the lounge. A hot lunch program is available Monday-Friday by reservation through Senior Nutrition. The Center also hosts frequent special events and themed parties, and provides access to a number of community resources and services. New faces are always welcome! Drop by any time during the regular hours of operation to take a tour and meet the staff...

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Disability Rights California - Sacramento

100 Howe Avenue Suite 235-N
Sacramento, CA - 95825
800-776-5746
Provides the following legal services for the disabled: file lawsuits, investigate charges, and information about client's rights. Call or got to website for more information...

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California Vision Foundation - Sacramento (K Street)

2415 K Street
Sacramento, CA - 95816
800-877-5738
Provides free comprehensive eye exams and low-cost glasses. Must be low-income, uninsured, must not have had an eye exam in the past two years or any insurance that covers vision services, have one employed person in the household--part-time is ok. Call to have an application mailed to you or go online and download one. Follow application instructions. Process can take up to 4 months...

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California Indian Legal Services - Butte County

3814 Auburn Boulevard, Suite 72
Sacramento, CA - 95821
916-978-0960
Provides free and low-cost legal services to Native American individuals and tribes. Also offers a tax preparation service. For landlord/tenant issues: visit website. Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am - 4 pm..

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All Of Us Or None - Sacramento

2100 Marconi Avenue
Sacramento, CA - 95821
916-501-9988
They provide advocacy and information services to prisoners, formerly incarcerated individuals with children and their families. Call for more information. ..

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ACC Senior Services

7334 Park City Dr.
Sacramento, CA - 95831
(916)393-9026
At ACC Senior Services (ACC) we are redefining "active aging." We offer programs and services that promote health, wellness, and independence for older adults and their caregivers. In 2007, ACC was designated a "Focal Point," by the Area 4 Agency on Aging and the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors. We provide seniors with a point of contact for information and referrals as well as coordination with needed services throughout the region...

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