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For The Formerly Incarcerated
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The Resource Directory Includes: •Housing •Employment •Food Aid •Health Care •Identification •Information Services •Financial Assistance •Legal Assistance •Education/Training
“Yesterday’s struggle, today’s win, tomorrow’s success”
Dear Reader:
When I became Mayor, members of this community stood together and said the City of Oakland must step up to take a leadership role in providing much-needed services for our reentry community. If we are going to reduce crime and violence in our city, we must support our reentry population in a substantive and comprehensive way.
I am pleased that we have made significant progress in this effort. In the last two years, we have:
• Hired a reentry specialist who facilitates a bi-weekly orientation on how to access City of Oakland jobs and other resources • Banned the box on our city applications • Partnered with state and local correctional facilities to better prepare the reentry population • Collaborated with Alameda County to identify jobs in Oakland and the surrounding communities
This reentry resource guide builds upon the work done so far. It includes information about educational, employment and housing opportunities, so that our men and women reentering Oakland from correctional facilities have a road map to success. I encourage you to take advantage of the recommendations contained in this guide.
Our fight cannot end here. We must continue to give the re-entry population a sense of dignity and we must make a collaborative effort to aide those who are making a gallant attempt to rebuild their lives.
If you would like more information on the City of Oakland’s Prison Reentry Program, call Isaac Taggart at (510) 238-6905, or our Public Safety Coordinator Dorlista Reed at (510) 238-7535.
Sincerely,
Mayor Ron Dellums
Community Re-Entry Service Provider’s Network (CRSPN)
April 2009
Dear Reader:
On behalf of the Community Reentry Service Provider’s Network (CRSPN), we are excited to present this Resource Directory for the formerly incarcerated. This important resource has been a 3-year project that started with a discussion about the challenges the formerly incarcerated face in finding comprehensive and accessible information on services in key areas of need such as housing, health care, and employment.
Without funding but a lot of determination and a cooperative spirit, CRSPN took on the project and insisted on exploring ways to get it done. In 2008 with the help of the Mayor’s Office and his reentry specialist, in-kind support of the Oakland Private Industry Council and other CRSPN members, this Directory started to became a reality.
We, as a community are faced with crime and violence and concerned about the recidivism that continues to contribute to the problem. With over 2300 reported crimes in Oakland in 2008 and a growing prison population of over 2 million in California, it is imperative that we make information on these needed services accessible and available.
While the Directory will continue to change and get updated, we hope it will serve as a valuable framework to identify and share information on resources in the community that will give the formerly incarcerated the ability to gain access to necessary networks and services to support their reintegration into family and community life successfully.
Please email any questions, changes to information or if you would like to be added as a resource in the one of the categories in this directory to: [email protected].
Sincerely,
CRSPN Steering Committee Members
HOW TO USE THIS DIRECTORY
The Directory for the Formerly Incarcerated is arranged by general category. Under each subject heading, the organizations are listed in order according to the city. Some categories have been divided into sub- categories, for example; Housing – transitional housing, emergency shelters, family shelters etc. For each organization, the address, phone number, website, hours, services, requirements, and fees are provided.
This directory is intended as a reference and aid to those who have been formerly incarcerated, homeless, and the general population that are in need of services that this directory offers.
To find a specific category in a section you want to know about, use the list in the Table of Contents.
The Contents, at the front of the book, lists the sections in the order in which they appear. Each organization in this directory begins on the numbered page listed.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
HOUSING ………………………………………………………………………………………… I
Berkeley …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1 Fremont …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3 Hayward …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5 Livermore .………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10 Oakland .………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11 San Leandro .………………………………………………………………………………………………… 17
FOOD AID .………………………………………………………………………………………… II
Berkeley ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 20 Fremont ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 25 Hayward ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 27 Newark ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 30 Oakland ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 31 San Leandro ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 40 Meals Calendar – Berkeley …………………………………………………………………………… 41 Meals Calendar – Oakland …………………………………………………………………………… 44
IDENTIFICATION …..………………………………………………………………………… III
Alameda County …………………………………………………………………………………………… 45
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE …………………………………………………………………… IV
Alameda County …………………………………………………………………………………………… 48
EDUCATION AND TRAINING ………………………………………………………………… V
Berkeley ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 54 Fremont ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 56 Oakland ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 58 Vocational Schools …………………………………………………………………………………… 64 Correctional Education …………………………………………………………………………………… 72 Community Colleges …………………………………………………………………………………… 73 Adult Schools ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 74 Regional Occupational Programs (ROP)…………………………………………………………… 75
EMPLOYMENT ………………….……………………………………………………………… VI
East Bay ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 76 One-Stop Career Centers …………………………………………………………………………… 85 Temp-Agencies ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 94
HEALTH CARE ………………….……………………………………………………………… VII
Berkeley …………………………………………………………………………………………………96 Fremont ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 102 Oakland ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 104 Pleasanton ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 117 San Leandro ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 118 Planned Parenthood…………………………………………………………………………………………120
INFORMATION SERVICES .……………………………………………………………… VIII
Berkeley ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 121 Hayward ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 122 Newark ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 124 Livermore ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 125 Child Support Services …………………………………………………………………………… 126 211 Information Referral …………………………………………………………………………… 127 Inmate Services …………………………………………………………………………………………… 128 Probation Departments ………………………………………………………………………………… 129 Parole Departments ……………………………………………………………………………………… 130 Libraries ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 131
LEGAL ASSISTANCE …...... ……………………………………………………………… IX
Berkeley ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 133 Fremont ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 136 Oakland ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 137 Union City ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 144 San Francisco ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 145
Words of Encouragement
HOUSING
Berkeley …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1
Fremont …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3
Hayward …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5
Livermore ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10
Oakland ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11
San Leandro ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 17
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“Home is not where you live, but where they understand you.” ~ Christian Morgenstern
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Berkeley Food & Housing Project
To ease and end the crisis of homelessness in our community, the Berkeley Food and Housing Project provides emergency food and shelter, transitional housing and assistance, and long-term housing placement with support services to homeless individuals and families.
Address 2362 Bancroft Way Berkeley, CA 94704 Phone Number(s) 510.649.4965 1-866-960-2132 Website http://www.bfhp.org/
Email [email protected]
Hours Monday - Friday, 10:00am - 5:00pm Service(s) Quarter Meal, Men's Overnight Shelter, Multi- Service Center, Women's Overnight Shelter, Women's Resource Center / Independent House, Transitional House, Russell Street Residence Requirement(s) Call to get onto the waiting list.
Cost FREE
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Women's Daytime Drop-In Center
The Women's Daytime Drop-In Center is a nonprofit program addressing the needs of homeless women and children to ensure that they have a safe, daytime refuge where they receive support, nourishing meals, and access to community resources to overcome homelessness and regain their self-sufficiency. It is the only daytime program for women in Berkeley, and one of two in the East Bay. They serve an average of 150 women and children a month in a nurturing, homelike environment. Services are available at no fee to any homeless woman or child.
Address P.O. Box 3298, Berkeley, CA 94703 Phone Number(s) 510.548.2884 or 510-547-4663 Website http://www.womensdropin.org Email [email protected] Hours Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Service(s) This is an emergency shelter and transitional housing program for women, many with children. The majority of the families are victims of domestic violence. They are provided with counseling, legal assistance, housing search, parenting education and skills to secure employment. Graduates act as mentors to new families.
Requirement(s) Women and Children Cost FREE
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Shelter Against Violent Environment – S.A.V.E
SAVE's mission is to provide alternatives to domestic violence through support services, advocacy and education, and to assist domestic violence victims and their families to end the cycle of violence. SAVE is located in Southern Alameda County, California, but serves clients from any city, county, state, or country.
Address 39155 Liberty St., Suite C310, Fremont, CA 94538
Phone Number(s) 510-574-2250 - 24 Hour Crisis Hotline 510-794-6055
Fax Number (s) 510-574-2252 Website www.save-dv.org Email [email protected] Hours Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Prevention Services – These services encompass our outreach and education programs to the community and schools. Intervention Services– From the moment of crisis to resolution, SAVE offers a number Service(s) of services to meet the victim’s immediate and short- term needs. Support Services – Recovering from the effects of domestic abuse is an ongoing and often long-term process. SAVE’s support services are available to assist the victim in this process. SAVE will assist any victim of domestic violence Requirement(s) regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, language spoken, or geographic location. Cost FREE
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Abode Services
Tri-City Homeless Coalition is a nimble organization, with the ability to respond quickly and effectively to the emerging needs of homeless families and individuals.
Address 40849 Fremont Blvd. Fremont, CA 94538 Phone Number(s) (510) 657-7409 (510) 252-0910 Fax Number (s) (510) 657-7293 Website http://www.tricityhomeless.org Email [email protected] Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm; Saturday, Hours 10:00am; Sunday 11:00am
Whether a homeless person or family is living on the street or in their car, is in short-term shelter or moving from motel to motel until their money runs Service(s) out, with Abode Services they have a range of housing options and a full-spectrum of supportive services to help them successfully transition to independent living. Requirement(s) Waiting list, clean and sober. Cost FREE
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ECHO Housing Assistance
ECHO's ultimate goal is to promote equal access in housing and provide support services which would aid in the prevention of homelessness and promote permanent housing conditions.
Address 770 A Street, Hayward, CA 94541
Phone Number(s) 510-581-9380
Fax Number(s) 510-537-4793
Website http://www.echofairhousing.org
Email [email protected]
Hours Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
To provide education and charitable assistance to the general public in matters relating to obtaining and maintaining housing generally, and improving their social, economic, familial and educational conditions generally, To promote fairness and equality of opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, gender, age, sexual Service(s) orientation, disability, or HIV status in the areas of education, employment, housing and public and private services, To provide rental assistance, housing assistance, tenant/landlord counseling, home seeking, home sharing, and mortgage and home purchase counseling.
Requirement(s) None
Cost FREE
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Emergency Shelter Program
The mission of Emergency Shelter Program, Inc. is to provide shelter, support, and education to women and children who are the victims of domestic violence or homelessness and to provide safe challenging and nurturing childcare for children in the community.
Address 22634 Second St. #205, Hayward, CA 94541 Phone Number(s) (510) 581-5626 - 24 Hour Crisis Hotline (888) 339- SAFE Website http://www.espca.org/ Email [email protected] Hours Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm Service(s) ESP Provides: SHELTER in our own home-like facility which houses 32-40 women and children daily, FOOD three full meals a day, INFORMATION & REFERRAL is given to clients, for ongoing community resources, HOUSING counseling and search assistance, EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE referrals and placement assistant as well as job training and referrals, COUNSELING for domestic violence, homelessness, and parenting issues, CHILD CARE & INFANT CARE in our licensed infant care/preschool, at no cost to shelter clients. We also provide low cost child care to members of our community, HOUSEHOLD GOODS AND CLOTHING from our stock of community donations
Requirement(s) Women and Children Cost FREE
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The Family Emergency Shelter Coalition
FESCO — the Family Emergency Shelter Coalition — is a nonprofit organization comprised of over 30 churches and community members in the Hayward, Castro Valley, San Lorenzo and San Leandro, California area…reaching out to serve homeless families with food, shelter, clothing, counseling and links to community resources.
Address 227671 Third Street, Hayward, CA 94541 Phone Number(s) 510.581.3223 Website http://www.fescofamilyshelter.org Email [email protected] Hours 24 Hours Service(s) Housing, Security, Food and clothing, Medical evaluations, Counseling, Goal setting, Money management assistance, Life skills training, Parenting, Child development activities, Linkages to job training, Housing education and search assistance, Resettlement program, Aftercare and follow-up and much more (such as the annual Thanksgiving food boxes and Christmas Adopt-a-Family programs)
Requirement(s) Family with Children Cost FREE
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Housing Authority Alameda County
Through the delivery of housing assistance and other related services, our mission is to enable our clients to become self-sufficient and economically independent.
Address 22941 Atherton St., Hayward, CA 94541-6633 Phone Number(s) (510) 538-8876, TDD # (510) 727-8551 Fax Number (s) (510) 886-1964 Website http://www.haca.net Email [email protected] Hours Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Service(s) For able-bodied family members, economic independence and self-sufficiency means short term reliance on housing assistance; participation in education, training or job development activities designed to lead self-sufficiency in return for the housing assistance; and personal responsibility for the economic consequences of the family's decisions.
Requirement(s) Income Eligibility, Assistance status eligibility, screening for eligibility requirements other that income eligibility and assistance status will occur during the application verification process. Cost May vary according to service.
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Women on the Way Recovery Center
Women on the Way Recovery Center is a non profit organization that provides housing and reentry support to formerly incarcerated women and their children. Licensed by the state as a residential drug and alcohol recovery program, WW is located in Hayward, California. In 2004 WW expanded to include a Sober Living Environment (SLE) residence in San Leandro.
Address 20424 Haviland Ave, Hayward, CA 94541 Phone Number(s) 510-317-5934 Fax Number (s) 510-278-7933 Website http://www.wotwrc.org Email [email protected] Hours Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Service(s) Framework to Recovery, Drug Education, Stress Management, Avoiding Domestic Violence, How to Build healthy Relationships, Self-Esteem/Self-Image, Goal Setting, Anger Management , Family Parenting Skills, Co-dependency, Communication Skills, Relapse Prevention, Working the 12 Steps
Requirement(s) Women Only Cost FREE
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Shepherd’s Gate
Shepherd’s Gate’s provides emergency shelter for women and children displaced by abuse, financial hardships, or addictions. While in this program, these precious women receive counseling, housing and job assistance, as well as case management. They find refuge, nutritious meals, warm beds, and compassionate understanding from their first entry through the door of Shepherd’s Gate.
Address 1660 Portola Avenue, Livermore, CA 94551 Phone Number(s) 925.443.GATE (4283) Fax Number (s) 925.449.3114 Website http://www.shepherdsgate.org Email [email protected] Hours Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Service(s) Education, job skills training, referrals and placement, Professional counseling, Anger Management/ Conflict Resolution courses, Parenting, and basic life skills training, Child care for the children at Shepherd’s Gate, Exercise Program and Nutritional Classes, Educational Scholarships/ GED Classes, Bible Studies, Financial Management and budgeting, Medical Services, Volunteering to help others in need, Mission trips. Requirement(s) Women and Children Cost FREE
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Casa Vincentia
Casa Vincentia is a non-profit, social service agency located in Oakland, California, founded in 1986 by Sister Maureen Webb, SNJM, with the assistance of the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Casa is a sacred home where expectant mothers are nurtured, loved and respected in a non-denominational environment.
Address 3210 62nd Avenue, Oakland, CA 94605 Phone Number(s) 510-729-0316 Fax Number(s) 510-729-0319 Website http://www.casavincentia.org Email [email protected] Service(s) Our programs are designed for the empowerment of women: Case Management & Counseling, Domestic Violence Prevention, Support Groups, Birth Preparation, Money Management, and Infant Care. Parenting, Infant CPR, Child Abuse Awareness, Basic Living Skills, Self Esteem, Stress Management & Personal Development, Sewing/Quilting, Cooking Instruction, Career Opportunity Workshops, Employment Referrals Requirement(s) Pregnant Women Only. Expectant mothers must be willing to participate in prenatal care, Live in a structured environment, Continue their education, Pursue work or volunteer, Establish goals that will ultimately lead to self-reliance
Cost FREE
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The Oakland Housing Authority
To assure the availability of quality housing for low-income persons and to promote the civic involvement and economic self-sufficiency of residents and to further the expansion of affordable housing within Oakland.
Address 1619 Harrison Street, Oakland, CA 94612 Phone Number(s) 510.874.1500 or 510.587.2100 Fax Number(s) 510.587.2168 Website http://www.oakha.org Email [email protected] Hours Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:30pm Service(s) The Housing Choice Voucher Program, known as Section 8, helps participants who are low-income rent housing from property owners in the private market.
Requirement(s) To qualify for the Oakland Housing Authority’s Conventional Public Housing program, applicant households must not exceed 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI) for the Oakland metropolitan area.
Cost Section 8 participants pay the property owner a portion of the rent based upon their income (30%- 40% of their income) and OHA pays the difference.
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ECHO Housing Assistance
ECHO's ultimate goal is to promote equal access in housing and provide support services which would aid in the prevention of homelessness and promote permanent housing conditions.
Address 1305 Franklin Street Suite 305 Oakland, CA 94612 Phone Number(s) 510-496-0496 Fax Number(s) 510-763-3736 Website http://www.echofairhousing.org Email [email protected] Hours Monday - Friday 8:00am - 6:00pm Service(s) To provide education and charitable assistance to the general public in matters relating to obtaining and maintaining housing generally, and improving their social, economic, familial and educational conditions generally, To promote fairness and equality of opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or HIV status in the areas of education, employment, housing and public and private services, To provide rental assistance, housing assistance, tenant/landlord counseling, home seeking, home sharing, and mortgage and home purchase counseling. Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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Elizabeth House
Elizabeth House is a transitional residence for single women and women with children who have experienced homelessness, violence, addiction or poverty. We are located in a former convent at St. Augustine Church, in the Rockridge neighborhood of North Oakland, California.
Address 6423 Colby Street, Oakland, CA 94618 Phone Number(s) 510.658.1380 Fax Number(s) 510.653.4256 Website www.oakehouse.org Email [email protected]
Hours Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm
Service(s) Offers a resident-directed transitional housing program to single women and women with children. Has room for 9 families who live communally, enjoying peer support, excursions and activities. Provides some food (primarily for the evening meal), but residents supplement this with their own food. Allows residents to stay, on average, 12 months, but evaluates them every three months. Assesses each client’s efforts to meet agreed-upon benchmarks. Requires residents to attend weekly house meetings and complete the cooking and chore obligations.
Requirement(s) Low-income women, age 18 or over, Requires residents with substance abuse issues to be at least 6 months clean and sober and to attend outside group meetings addressing substance abuse issues. Requires all mothers to attend a monthly on-site parenting group and to participate with their children in after-school homework club.
Cost $330 to $440 depending on family size. Rent includes some meals.
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A Safe Place
A shelter for battered women and their children who are in danger and have no other resources. Services include legal advocacy, counseling, support groups, and assistance in locating housing and employment. The maximum length of stay is 8 weeks. Shelter capacity is 20 beds. Works closely with Family Violence Law Center to assist with restraining orders. Non-shelter clients can make an appointment to see a domestic violence counselor.
Address PO Box 23006 Oakland, CA 94604 Phone Number(s) (510)986-8600 or Crisis Hotline (510)536-7233 Fax Number(s) (510)986-8606 Service(s) Employment/Job Readiness, Family Support/Counseling, Mentoring Requirement(s) Battered women with or without children
Cost FREE
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New Life & Love Recovery Home, Inc.
New Life & Love Recovery Home, Inc., a faith-based, is a place where those who need a clean and sober environment to live while working on areas of their lives, which they desire to change. Participants of the program will learn to overcome circumstances and substances through counseling and daily class workshops that are designed to provide direction.
Address 9400 Coral Road, Oakland, CA 94603 Phone Number(s) (510) 978-1021 Fax Number(s) (510) 536-8411 Website http://www.newlifeloverecovery.org Email [email protected]
Service(s) Instructional Workshop, Individual Counseling, Co- dependency Support, Recreation, Drugs, Sex, & Alcohol (DSA), Financial Counseling, Job Preparedness, Image & Communication, Transitional Housing Requirement(s) Women Only Low Income/ No income
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Operation Dignity
Assist homeless veterans and families attain self sufficiency through the provision of housing and comprehensive support services.
Address 1504 Franklin St. Suite 102, Oakland, CA 94612 Phone Number(s) (510) 287-8465 (510) 844-0785 Website www.operationdignity.com Transitional housing is offered in several facilities, including the House of Dignity and, Dignity Commons. We also have 10 beds at the Ashby House at 1621 Ashby Ave. in Berkeley. Residents contribute part of their income and work to help manage the residence.
Up to 18 months housing (30% of household income), full kitchen services (including assistance with special diets), laundry services on site, telephone messages and mail services, kitchen& microwave facilities for Service(s) emergency and medical use, transformation services and training, health care assistance and educational programming, parenting classes, relapse prevention and anger management training, empowerment training and skills building activities, childcare and full children services programming, employment counseling and referrals, benefits & income advocacy, computer and Internet assistance for housing and employment search, (EBT) Electronic Banking Transactions for housing & food fees available, clothing assistance. Requirement(s) Veterans & Homeless Persons Cost FREE
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Phatt Chance Community Services
Phatt Chance Community Services (PCCS) is a clean and sober living arrangement which provides after care and continuum of treatment to clients in early recovery.
Address 1905 90th Ave Oakland, CA 94603 Phone Number(s) (510) 632-6468 Email [email protected] A transition facility, providing stable housing for men of any sexual orientation, bilingual support therapy and life skills training.
PCCS offers quality affordable housing and early intervention to high-risk clients within a community based setting. PCCS serves as the focal point in life development and change. PCCS is run by a house Service(s) manager and monitored by staff to make sure that good examples are set and PCCS house standards are maintained.
PCCS refers clients to individual and group after care services which include motivational speakers, substance abuse education, relapse-prevention and intervention. Requirement(s) Males 18 years of age and older Cost Sliding Scale
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Oakland House of Ruth
The Oakland House of Ruth is a 501(c) 3, non-profit organization, sponsored by Acts Full Gospel Church, under the leadership of Bishop Bob Jackson. Oakland House of Ruth is dedicated in remembrance of Tanya Hill McCall, who was a victim of domestic violence. In her memory, our major objective is to assist women re-establish their lives, regain dignity, break the cycle which they are currently in and bring them into a closer relationship with God.
Address 7801m MacArthur Blvd. Oakland, CA 94605 Phone Number(s) (510) 562-1593 Fax Number (s) (510) 568-4125 Website www.oaklandhouseofruth.org Email [email protected] Our mission is to provide a clean and sober living environment that includes accountability and responsibility. Four apartments equipped with complete kitchens, two full baths, three bedrooms, and fully furnished. Oakland House of Ruth provides safe and structured transitional housing for a Service(s) maximum of one-year. With emphasis on education, vocation, spiritual formation and building life skills, our efforts are to empower women to become self- sufficient and lead productive lives. Our transitional housing allows us to remove individuals from distressed situations and provide a sense of well being and stability in a Christian environment. Requirement(s) Women who are over the age of 18 years. Cost Varies according to income
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Midway Shelter
The Midway Shelter is the City of Alameda’s only homeless shelter. Building Futures renovated and opened Midway in January 2001. The 25–bed shelter offers the same services as the San Leandro Shelter, and is supported by the Alameda Homeless Network, an umbrella organization of community partners.
Address 1395 Bancroft Avenue, San Leandro, CA Phone Number(s) 510.522.2936 Hours 24 Hours Service(s) Midway Shelter is open 24 hours daily offering 25 beds for women and women with children. Serves three meals a day, showers, laundry, clothing, case management, support groups, and children's activities. Length of stay is 29 days with the possibility of extension depending on progress with case plan. Midway is operated by Building Futures with Women and Children, formerly the San Leandro Shelter for Women and Children, who also operates the San Leandro Shelter and Sister Me Home.
Requirement(s) Homeless women with or without children Cost FREE
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FOOD AID
Berkeley ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 20
Fremont ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 25
Hayward ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 27
Newark ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 29
Oakland ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 31
San Leandro ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 40
Meals Calendar Berkeley ……………………………………………………………………………………… 41
Meals Calendar – Oakland …………………………………………………………………………………… 44
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“We are indeed much more than what we eat, but what we eat can nevertheless help us to be much more than what we are.” ~ Adelle Davis
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Berkeley Emergency Food and Housing Project
The Quarter Meal, so-named because it used to cost a quarter, provides a nutritious evening meal to approximately 100 individuals each night of operation.
Address 2362 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704 Phone Number(s) (510) 649-4965 Fax Number(s) (510) 649-4982 Website http://www.bfhp.org Email [email protected]
Service(s) Sit down meals are served Mondays through Wednesdays in a welcoming, cafeteria-style, dining venue with the latest food preparation equipment. A take-out, brown bag dinner is available on Thursdays and Fridays. Requirement(s) None
Cost 25 Cents
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McGee Avenue Baptist Church
Provides a nutritional Lunch for people in need.
Address 1640 Stuart (at McGee), Berkeley, CA 94704 Phone Number(s) 510-843-1774 Hours Monday-Wednesday - Friday 12:00pm-1:00pm
Service(s) Hot noon meal for homeless or unemployed or anyone in need. Also provides an annual Thanksgiving meal and Christmas food baskets.
Requirement(s) None
Cost FREE
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Swar Sangam Square Meals Project
To reflect the love of Jesus Christ by freely providing nutritious meals to hungry people.
Address 3200 Saint Pablo at St. Andrews Church, Berkeley, CA Phone Number(s) 510.649.8154 Fax Number(s) 770.410.1002 Website http://www.divineresourcing.org Email [email protected]
Hours Mon.-Fri. 1:00-2:00 pm and last two Sundays, 2:00 pm of every month Service(s) Provide sack lunches, and hot evening meals.
Requirement(s) None
Cost FREE
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Berkeley Food Pantry
The best way to address hunger and homelessness in our community is to prevent it.
Address 1600 Sacramento Street, Berkeley, CA 94702 Phone Number(s) 510-525-2280 For Referral call (800) 870-3663 Fax Number(s) 510-524-4112 Website http://www.volunteersolutions.org Hours Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 2:00pm - 4:00pm (Hours vary) Service(s) Provides three-to-four day donated food packages to serve emergency needs of low-income persons referred by appropriate Berkeley community service agencies. Also serves walk-in clients. People may receive one referral per month.
Requirement(s) Low-income persons needing emergency food. Referral by approved Berkeley community service agency, photo ID and proof of Berkeley or Albany residency required Cost None
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Newman Hall - Holy Spirit Parish
An outreach to the poor and homeless in the Berkeley-Oakland area.
Address 2700 Dwight Way at College Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94704 Phone Number(s) (510) 848-7812 Fax Number(s) (510) 848-0179 Website http://calnewman.org/loaves Email [email protected]
Hours Preparation for Community Diner: Preparation for the monthly community dinner is Friday and Saturday mornings of the dinner weekend (first Saturday of the month). Newman Hall, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Community Dinner: Sit-down dinner for 100 guests and their children and distribution of 125 dinners-to- go. Volunteers help with the children, cook, serve food, host tables and clean up. First Saturday of the month at Newman Hall, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Shelter Hospitality Night at the Men's Shelter: Volunteers share conversation and a meal with guests at the Men's Shelter on the first Monday and third Wednesday of each month. Breakfast at Women's Shelter: Volunteers prepare a full breakfast for guests at the Women's Shelter. Preparation begins at 5:45 a.m. every Saturday and Sunday. Sunday Evenings at the Women's Shelter: Volunteers prepare and serve a meal to the guests at the Women's Shelter on Sunday evenings.
Service(s) Our monthly activities include a community dinner on the first Saturday of each month and food programs at the Men's & Women's Shelters in Berkeley. Throughout the year we conduct special drives for canned food, school supplies, baby items, and sundries. If you are interested in any of the activities
Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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Centerville Free Dining Room
Providing hot meals, hygiene packs, canned food to people in need.
Address 4360 Central Ave, Fremont, CA 94536 Phone Number(s) 510.793.9063 Fax Number(s) 510.793.1974 Website www.cvpc.org Hours Every Tuesday and Thursday, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Service(s) Offers a hot, nutritious meal every Tuesday and Thursday, 4-6pm and offers personal items, canned goods, other food items, as well as other non-food items. Also offers fresh fruit and vegetables from local produce markets and home gardens. Accepts donations of food. HOPE VAN (sponsored by Tri-City Homeless Coalition) is on site Tuesdays and Thursdays. Services include nurse practitioner, mental health counseling and referrals. Church also provides counseling, some clothing, some transportations, and canned food.
Requirement(s) Anyone who is hungry and in need. Cost FREE
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Tri-City Volunteers, Inc.
A multi-emergency center providing food, clothing, furniture, and household items to people in need.
Address 37350 Joseph Street, Fremont, CA 94536 Phone Number(s) (510) 793-4583
Website http://www.tri-cityvolunteers.org Email [email protected]
Hours Monday-Friday, 8:30-12, 1-4:30
Service(s) Provides a three day supply of food. Also provides information and referral, and when funding is available, motel vouchers. Can provide limited financial assistance for persons with a three-day eviction notice or who are unable to afford a security deposit for housing. Distribution site for government surplus food, Monday- Friday, 8:30-12, 1-4:30. Operates a thrift shop which is open five days a week, Monday-Friday, 8:30-4:30. Provides pick-up service for donated items of food, clothing and furniture.
Requirement(s) Initial screening process includes completion of client information card for all applicants. Referral from social service agency is necessary for household items and clothing. Walk-ins okay for food. Individual must have proof of low-income.
Cost FREE
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Full Gospel Mission Ministries
RESIDENTIAL REHABILITATION programs are offered for men and women with drug, alcohol or other lifestyle problems. Offers three meals per day, lodging, spiritual education, a 12-step program and employment in church-sponsored activities
Address Soup Kitchen 27948 – E.12th Street Hayward, CA 94544 Alameda County Food Bank - 28060 E.11th Street Hayward CA 94544 Phone Number(s) 510-537-7338 Hours Lunch: Monday-Friday, 12pm-1:30pm (Except Wed.)
Food Bank: Tuesday, 2pm– 4pm Saturday 8am – 10am Service(s) SOUP KITCHEN offers free lunch available Monday- Friday, 12-1:30 (Except Wednesday). Bags of donated groceries are available once a month on Tuesday and Saturday. Requirement(s) Men and youth, age 18 or over, with consent of parent or guardian for men's program. Single women and women with children for women's program. Cost Vary according to service
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Salvation Army (Food Vouchers and Boxes)
Adult Program Services - Food & Nutrition, Emergency Assistance - Food & Nutrition Programs, Older Adult Services - Nutrition Programs
Address 430 A Street, Hayward, CA 94541 Phone Number(s) 510-581-6444 Website http://www.salvationarmyusa.org Email [email protected]
Hours Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 10:00am-12:00pm, 1:00pm-4:00pm; Wednesday, 1:00pm-4:00pm Service(s) USDA COMMODITY PROGRAM provides food on a monthly basis for poverty-level and low-income families as determined by USDA guidelines. Hayward residents north of Jackson Street must pre-register with proof of residence and ID. Distribution is the third Wednesday of each month from 1-3. BROWN BAG LUNCH PROGRAM is distributed Monday-Friday from 1-3. SENIOR MEAL PROGRAM provides a hot lunch Monday-Friday at noon. Reserve lunch one day ahead, 510-538-1669. HOLIDAY PROGRAM provides a Thanksgiving dinner and Christmas food packages. Also offers a Christmas toy giveaway for Hayward residents. THE BREAKFAST CLUB is an education and meal program operated during the winter and spring school breaks for school-age children and their parents. Provides breakfast, parent workshops, recreational activities and speakers from the community.
Requirement(s) Hayward residents north of Jackson Street must pre- register with proof of residence and ID
Cost FREE
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Shiloh Baptist Church
SHARE distributes high quality affordable and nutritious food as a way to build community and strengthen families.
Address 22582 S Garden Avenue, Hayward, CA 94541 Phone Number(s) 510-783-4066 Hours Thursday, 12pm-1:30pm Service(s) Distribution of donated food packages to serve emergency needs of low-income persons.
Requirement(s) None
Cost FREE
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Viola Blythe Community Services Center of Newark
Viola Blythe helped homeless, helpless and hungry men, women and children in Fremont, Newark and Union City for over fifty years.
Address 37365 Ash Street, Newark, CA 94560 Phone Number(s) (510) 794-3437 Fax Number(s) (510) 739-0343 Website http://www.violablythe.org Email [email protected]
Hours Jan. – Oct. Monday, Wednesday from 12pm - 4pm Tuesday Thursday from 9am - 1 pm
Nov. – Dec. Monday – Friday 10am – 4pm Service(s) The City of Newark provides Viola with a facility for warehousing and distribution of food and clothing.
Requirement(s) Fremont Newark and Union City residents only I.D. and proof of residence and income required Cost FREE
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Alameda County Community Food Bank
To alleviate hunger by providing nutritious food and nutrition education to people in need, educating the public, and promoting public policies that address hunger and its root causes.
Address 7900 Edgewater Drive, Oakland, CA 94621 Phone Number(s) (510) 635-3663 Fax Number(s) (510) 635-3773 Website http://www.accfb.org Email [email protected]
Hours Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 12:00pm; 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Service(s) Provide food to 300 community agencies that serve on- site meals and/or food bags for their clients, Distribute bags of food to school children in need, Distribute fresh fruits and vegetables several times a week to member agencies, Operate a toll-free emergency food helpline that makes over 1,000 referrals each month, Conduct food stamp outreach clinics, Educate the community and public officials about the causes of hunger and poverty. Requirement(s) Children, Seniors, Low Income, No Income Cost FREE
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Beth Eden Baptist Church
Beth Eden Baptist Church extends a welcome to you. Whether you are looking for a long-term relationship or you are temporarily in this area and need “watch care”, we may be what you need for spiritual health.
Address 952 Magnolia, Oakland, Ca 94601 Phone Number(s) (510) 832-2730 Fax Number(s) (510) 444-7405 Website http://www.betheden.com Email [email protected]
Service(s) We have numerous programs geared to the immediate community including support for nearby elementary, junior and high schools, tutorial programs, cooking classes, free hot meals, grocery distribution, etc. We conduct summer programs and Easter Sunrise and Thanksgiving Day services with churches of other denominations within a three-mile radius of each other. Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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Brookins African Methodist Episcopal
Offers food programs.
Address 2201 73rd Avenue, Oakland, CA 94605 Phone Number(s) (510) 568-8954 Website http://www.brookinsoakland.org Email [email protected]
Hours Monday-Friday, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Service(s) A breakfast served the second and fourth Saturday of the month at 8-10am to low-income residents of Oakland, primarily East Oakland. Also provides limited food baskets at Christmas and Thanksgiving. Food giveaway every fourth Monday, 10-12pm.
Requirement(s) Application: Walk In. Cost FREE
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East Bay Food Not Bombs
Food Not Bombs recovers healthy, nutritious, vegetarian food that would have been otherwise discarded and cooks and serves it to people in immediate need.
Address 3124 Shattuck Avenue, Oakland, CA Phone Number(s) 510-644-4187 Fax Number(s) 510.540.0751 Website http://www.ebfnb.org Email [email protected]
Hours People's Park - Telegraph Ave., Berkeley Monday - Friday 3pm
Triangle Park - 32nd and Filbert, Oakland Wednesday 4pm
Recycling Center Park - 34th and Peralta, Oakland Thursday 1:30 pm
Sutter Hotel - 14th St. & Jefferson, Oakland Sunday 3pm
Service(s) By giving away free, vegetarian food in public places Food Not Bombs brings the invisible hungry and poor into the public's eye, forcing passers-by to examine, at least for a moment, their own complicity and involvement in allowing the unaccountable global economic system that oppresses every one of us to continue.
Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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The Mother Mary Ann Wright Foundation
Mother Mary Ann feeds the homeless and travels from city to city. Our non-profit organization has traveled from Arizona to Mexico to New Jersey to Russia, and everywhere in between.
Address 1112 26th Street, Oakland, CA 94607 Phone Number(s) (510) 601-8119 Hours Monday-Friday, 1:30pm – 4:30pm
Service(s) We serve about 400 families a day in the Oakland area. All of the food all of the food is highest quality and we serve hot meals in the park every Sunday. Turkeys will be given away on November 24th for Thanksgiving. We will also be doing the same for Christmas dinner.
Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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Open Door Mission Inc.
The people here are a mission to fill your stomach and your empty souls.
Address 92 7th (at Oak), Oakland, CA Phone Number(s) 510-451-7924 Hours Monday-Friday - 7:00am(Breakfast) - 7:00pm(Dinner); Sunday 3:00pm
Service(s) Offer breakfast and dinner.
Requirement(s) Arrive half an hour prior. Cost FREE
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Peniel Mission aka City Team Ministries
We at CityTeam in Oakland are determined to move ahead with aggressive plans to expand the scope of our work to include reaching out to the fastest growing sector of homeless people in our city - battered and underprivileged women with children, many of whom are being eliminated from welfare rolls, and not making a successful transition to independent living. We intend to help families face this life transition successfully.
Address 722 Washington (at 7th Street), Oakland, CA 94607 Phone Number(s) 510-452-3758 Fax Number(s) 510.251.1114 Website http://www.cityteam.org/oakland Email [email protected]
Hours Breakfast at 5:30am daily (except Sunday). Closed Wednesdays Free dinner 7pm Service(s) Providing hot meals, safe shelter, showers, and clean clothing to this city's homeless population.
Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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St. Vincent de Paul Society
St. Vincent de Paul’s Food Locker is the second-largest food bank in Alameda County. Staff and volunteers work to secure donations of food staples, ranging from bread to canned and dried foods. In turn, groceries and staples are distributed to St. Vincent de Paul Conferences and other community agencies dedicated to feeding the hungry. During the holiday season, the Food Locker distributes turkeys, ham and food boxes to needy families in the community.
Address 675 23rd Street, Oakland, CA 94612 Phone Number(s) (510) 451-7676 Fax Number(s) (510) 451-0302 Website http://www.svdp-alameda.org Email [email protected]
Hours Sunday - Saturday 10:45AM - 12:30PM
Service(s) DINING ROOM provides a free meal daily to persons in need on a drop-in basis, as well as brown bag suppers for seniors or those with a medical referral. Counselors are available to assist with individual concerns
Requirement(s) Low income or homeless individuals and families, developmentally or physically disabled persons, victims of disasters or elderly who need emergency help with food, clothing, lodging or furniture Cost FREE
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Telegraph Community Center
Emergency food, personal care items, household items.
Address 5316 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA 94609 Phone Number(s) 510-658-4457 Hours Wednesday, 12:00pm - 5:00pm - Friday, 10:00pm – 2:00pm
Service(s) Emergency services provide food packages containing three days of food. Operates food pantry, one requiring referral from the Alameda County Department of Social Services or based on income screening. Accepts donations of personal care items such as soap, deodorant and toothpaste, nonperishable food, produce, books, formula, diapers, clothing and small household items (dishes, pots and pans). Clients can choose 3 articles of clothing per visit up to two times per month.
Requirement(s) Low Income Cost FREE
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Family Resource Center
Provides residents of San Leandro, San Lorenzo, Castro Valley and Hayward with a 5-7 day food package and workshops on nutrition and menu planning on a shoestring budget.
Address 3081 Teagarden Street, San Leandro, CA Phone Number(s) 510-347-4620 Fax Number(s) 510-483-4486 Website http://www.davisstreet.org Email [email protected]
Hours Monday - Friday, 11:00am - 3:45pm
Service(s) The food pantry receives food from the USDA, Alameda County Social Services, and community donation. Each family can access these food resources once a month.
Requirement(s) Clients must be income eligible and meet with a Family Advocate to discuss their current situation and provide resources that will address their needs.
Cost FREE
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Meals Calendar - Berkeley Breakfast
Phone Organization Address Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Number Dorothy Day House 2362 Bancroft Catholic Worker - Way, Berkeley, 510.466.5553 - 8:00am 8:00am 8:00am 8:00am 8:00am 8:00am Trinity United CA 94704 Methodist Church Berkeley Men's 1931 Center Shelter - Veterans Street, PO Box Center 12701, - 6:00am 6:00am 6:00am 6:00am 6:00am 6:00am 6:00am Berkeley, CA 94712 Women's Daytime 2218 Acton St., Drop-In Center Berkeley, CA 8:00am - 8:00am - 8:00am - 8:00am - 8:00am - 8:00am - 510.548.2884 - (Homeless Women 94702 9:00am 9:00am 9:00am 9:00am 9:00am 9:00am and Children Only)
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Meals Calendar - Berkeley Lunch
Organization Address Phone Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Number Food Not Bombs - 2556 Haste St, Peoples Park Berkeley, CA 510.642.3255 - 2:30pm 2:30pm 2:30pm 2:30pm 2:30pm 2:30pm 94704 St. Paul AME 2024 Ashby Church Avenue, 11:30am 510.848.2050 ------Berkeley, CA 12:30pm 94703 South Berkeley 1802 Fairview Community Church St, Berkeley, CA 510.652.1040 - - - - 12:00pm - - 94703 McGee Avenue 1640 Stuart St, 12:00pm 12:00pm 12:00pm - Baptist Church Berkeley, CA 510.843.1774 ------1:00pm 1:00pm 94703 1:00pm Women's Daytime 2218 Acton St., 12:00pm Drop-In Center Berkeley, CA 12:00pm 12:00pm 12:00pm - 12:00pm - 12:00pm - 510.548.2884 - - - 1:00pm - 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm (Homeless Women 94702 1:00pm and Children Only)
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Meals Calendar – Berkeley Dinner Organization Address Phone Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Number Dorothy Day House 2362 Bancroft Catholic Worker- Way, Berkeley, 510.466.5553 - 4:15pm 4:15pm 4:15pm 3:30pm 3:30pm - Trinity United CA 94704 Methodist Church Newman Hall 2700 Dwight 4:00pm Way, Berkeley, 510.848.7812 ------(1st of the CA 94704 Month) St. Mary Magdalene 2005 Berryman 3:00pm (1st & 4th Church St, Berkeley, CA 510.526.4811 ------94702 of the month) First Presbyterian 2407 Dana St., 5:00pm (2nd & last Church Berkeley, CA 510.848.6242 ------94704 of the month) St. Mark’s Episcopal 2300 Bancroft 4:00pm Church Way, Berkeley, 510.848.5107 ------(3rd of the CA 94704 month)
University Lutheran 2425 College 4:30pm Ave, Berkeley, 510.843.6230 - - - 6:30pm - - (4th of the CA 94704 month)
All Souls Episcopal 2220 Cedar St, 4:00pm Parish Berkeley, CA 510.848.1755 (2nd of the ------94702 month) Church By the Side 2108 Russell St, 1:00pm - of the Road Berkeley, CA 3:00pm 510.644.1263 nd ------94704 (2 of the month) Congregation Beth 1301 Oxford St, 5:00pm El Berkeley, CA 510.848.3988 (3rd of the ------94702 month)
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Meals Calendar - Oakland Breakfast
Phone Organization Address Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Number Open Door Mission 92 7th St., 510.451.7924 7:00am 7:00am 7:00am 7:00am 7:00am 7:00am Oakland, CA City Team Ministry 722 Washington 510.452.3758 5:30am 5:30am 5:30am 5:30am 5:30am St., Oakland, CA
Meals Calendar - Oakland Lunch
Organization Address Phone Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Number St. Vincent de Paul 675 23rd St., 10:45am- 10:45am- 10:45am- 10:45am- 10:45am- 10:45am- 10:45am- 510.451.7676 Dining Facility Oakland, CA 12:45pm 12:45pm 12:45pm 12:45pm 12:45pm 12:45pm 12:45pm St. Andrew's Soup 3320 San Pablo, 1:00pm- 1:00pm- 1:00pm- 1:00pm- 1:00pm- 510.658.6622 - - Kitchen Oakland, CA 2:00pm 2:00pm 2:00pm 2:00pm 2:00pm City Team Ministry 722 Washington 2:00pm 2:00pm 2:00pm 2:00pm 2:00pm St., Oakland, CA (Alameda (Alameda (Alameda (Alameda (Alameda 510.452.3758 - County County County - County Food County Food Food Food Bank) Food Bank) Bank) Bank) Bank)
Meals Calendar - Oakland Dinner
Organization Address Phone Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Number Open Door Mission 92 7th St., 6:25pm 6:25pm 6:25pm - Oakland, CA 510.451.7924 3:00pm 6:25pm 6:25pm Shattuck Avenue 6300 Shattuck 4:00pm- United Methodist Ave., Oakland, CA 510.653.4028 ------6:00pm Church City Team Ministry 722 Washington St., Oakland, CA 510.452.3758 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm - 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm
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IDENTIFICATION
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“Committing yourself is a way of finding out who you are. A man finds his identity by identifying. A man's identity is not best thought of as the way in which he is separated from his fellows but the way in which he is united with them.” ~ Robert Terwilliger
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Department of Motor Vehicles
DMV registers vehicles in California and licenses their drivers. Issues legal identification cards as well as drivers licenses.
HAYWARD - 150 Jackson Street, Hayward, CA 94544 FREMONT - 4287 Central Avenue, Fremont, CA 94536 OAKLAND - 5300 Claremont Avenue, Oakland, CA 94618 Address OAKLAND - 501 - 85th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94621 PLEASANTON - 6300 W. Las Positas Blvd, Pleasanton, CA 94588
Phone Number(s) 1-800-777-0133 or TTY 1-800-368-4327 Website www.dmv.ca.gov Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 8-5; Wednesday, Hours 9-5; Appointments also available every third Saturday of the month.
DMV functions include: recording ownership (certificate of title) of the vehicles DMV registers, maintaining driving records (accidents and convictions) of licensed drivers, issuing identification cards for individuals, registering and recording ownership of vessels, licensing Service(s) and regulating driving and traffic violator schools and their instructors, licensing and regulating vehicle manufacturers, transporters, dealers, distributors, vehicle salespeople, and dismantlers, and investigating consumer complaints.
Requirement(s) Walk in, apply by phone, or online Cost Varies according to service
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County Recorder’s Office
Preserve and provide for the public a true and reliable, readily accessible, permanent account of real property and other official records and vital human events, both historic and current, and to do so with commitment, courtesy, and excellence.
Address 1106 Madison Street, Oakland, CA 94607
Phone Number(s) 1-888-280-7708 or TDD 1-510-444-1396 Website http://www.acgov.org/auditor/clerk/ Hours Monday – Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Process and maintain public records on business names and on individuals from certain professions, and to Service(s) process and issue licenses and certificates for marriage in compliance with statute, and to do so with commitment, courtesy, and excellence.
Requirement(s) Walk in, apply by phone, or online Cost Varies according to service
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Social Security Office
Processes claims for all Social Security programs
HAYWARD - 24301 Southland Drive, Suite 500, Hayward, CA 94545 FREMONT - 3100 Mowry Avenue, Suite 100, Fremont, CA 94538 Address SAN LEANDRO - 320 Davis Street, San Leandro, CA 94577 BERKELEY - 2045 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94704 OAKLAND - 7200 Bancroft Avenue, Suite 263, Oakland, CA 94605 OAKLAND - 1111 Jackson Street, Oakland, CA 94607 Phone Number(s) 1-800-772-1213 Website www.socialsecurity.gov Email [email protected] Hours Monday-Friday, 7:00am - 7:00pm
Social Security provides continuing income to workers and their families in the case of retirement, disability or death. Benefits are based on the worker's wages and may be paid to the worker or the worker's dependents or survivors. Medicare is the federal health insurance program for people age 65 or over and some people age 64 or under who are disabled or have chronic kidney Service(s) disease. People in need of financial aid who are 65 or over or who are blind or disabled, including blind and disabled children, may apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI). SSI recipients automatically qualify for Medi-Cal. Issues original and duplicate Social Security cards. Medicare and post entitlement actions, such as change of address, direct deposit and return to work, are also handled in the local office.
Requirement(s) Walk in, apply by phone, or online Cost Varies according to service
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FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
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“When it comes to finances, remember that there are no withholding taxes on the wages of sin.” ~ Mae West
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Alameda County Social Services Agency
Part of our Mission is to provide continuing economic support for individuals and families through culturally sensitive, courteous, accurate and timely services.
HAYWARD - 24100 Amador Street, Hayward, CA 94544 FREMONT - 39155 Liberty Street, Fremont, CA 94538 Address OAKLAND - 6955 Foothill Blvd, Suite 100, Oakland, CA 94605 OAKLAND - 8477 Enterprise Way, Oakland, CA 94621 OAKLAND - 2000 San Pablo Avenue, Oakland, CA 94612 LIVERMORE - 3311 Pacific Avenue, Livermore, CA 94550 Phone Number(s) 1-877-328-9677 Website www.alamedasocialservices.org Hours Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm General Assistance (GA) aids indigent adults who are legal residents of Alameda County and who have no other means of support. It is a state-mandated program that is locally administered and funded by the County of Alameda. CalWORKs (California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids) replaced the program called Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) and Greater Avenues to Independence (GAIN) in January 1998. Financial assistance available for elders and disabled adults. Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) program is for newly- arrived refugees who are single and families without children. These people are entitled to receive Cash Assistance, Medical and Food Stamps during the first 8 months in the United States. Service(s) The Food Stamp Program provides monthly nutrition assistance for low-income people to purchase nutritional food. Electronic Benefit Transfer, or EBT, is a new way to get Food Stamp and cash benefits. Instead of issuing benefits to customers with paper checks and Food Coupons, they will receive a plastic card, called the Golden State Advantage card, that can be used at ATMs and Point of Sale or POS machines in grocery stores, banks, gas stations, convenience stores, etc. to buy food and get their cash benefits. Direct deposit means your monthly cash aid check will be deposited into your checking or savings account instead of mailed to you. Switching to direct deposit is your choice. You can continue to have your check mailed to you. Requirement(s) None Cost May Vary
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Spectrum Community Services, Inc.
Our mission is to support low-income, disadvantaged families, individuals and elderly residents of Alameda County in their efforts to improve self-sufficiency and the overall quality of their lives.
HAYWARD - 1435 Grove Way, Hayward, CA 94546 Address OAKLAND - 1 Frank H Ogawa Plaza, Suite 123, Oakland, CA 94612
Phone Number(s) 510-881-0300 Website www.spectrumcs.org Email [email protected] Hours Monday-Wednesday, 10:00am -11:30am; 1:30pm - 3:00pm
HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HEAP) assists low- income individuals with a one time payment toward their Service(s) PG&E bill. Serves residents of Alameda County except for those living in Albany, Berkeley, Emeryville and Piedmont.
Requirement(s) Seniors, age 60 or over, minorities, low income, disabled, unemployed Cost Vary according to service. No fee for Energy Services or Senior Support Services
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Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E)
PG&E is dedicated to assisting low-income, disabled and senior citizen customers through numerous programs and community outreach projects.
HAYWARD - 24300 Clawiter Road, Hayward, CA 94545 Address OAKLAND - 1919 Webster Street, Oakland, CA 94612 OAKLAND - 6537 Foothill Blvd, Oakland, CA 94605 LIVERMORE - 998 Murrieta Blvd, Livermore, CA 94550 Phone Number(s) 1-800-743-5000 Website www.pge.com Hours Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Offers energy conservation information and sponsors: CARE (California Affordable Rates Energy) Program provides low- income households with a 20% discount off of the total monthly PG&E bill. ENERGY PARTNERS PROGRAM is PG&E’s, utility approved contractors, assisting low income families to permanently reduce energy bills by making their homes more energy efficient. Offers once in a lifetime refrigerator exchange, if older than 1992. Not an emergency service. Spectrum also offers assistance with residential Service(s) weatherization. For eligibility and more information, call 800- 989-9744.FERA (Family Electric Rate Assistance) Program is rate reduction offered to large households of three or more people with low-to middle- incomes. HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program) assists seniors, low-income, and disabled customers in paying their utilities bill. REACH PROGRAM (Relief for Energy Assistance through Community Help) Program, administered by the Salvation Army, to provide emergency financial assistance with past-due energy bills once in a 12-month period. Requirement(s) For low-income individuals and families who qualify.
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Berkeley City Housing Department (HEAP)
The state Department of Community Services & Development administers the federally funded Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) in California.
Address 1013 Pardee Street, Berkeley, CA 94710
Phone Number(s) 510-981-7770
Website www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/energy
Email [email protected]
Hours Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Program includes Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Service(s) and offers assistance with PG&E bills.
Requirement(s) Priority to households with very young children, disabled and/or elderly individuals
Cost FREE
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Consumer Credit Counseling Service of the East Bay
Our mission is to educate the public on sound personal financial skills and money management principles by developing, delivering, and supporting programs that teach those skills and principles.
OAKLAND - 7677 Oakport Street, Suite 210, Oakland, CA 94621 FREMONT - 3100 Mowry Avenue, Suite 403-A, Fremont, CA Address 94538 BERKELEY - 2140 Shattuck Avenue, Suite 1208, Berkeley, CA 94704 CONCORD - 1070 Concord Avenue, Suite 105, Concord, CA 94520-5693
Phone Number(s) 1-866-515-2227
Fax Number(s) 925-969-8485
Website www.crediteducation.org or www.,moneymanagement.org
Email [email protected]
Hours Monday-Friday, 7:30am - 5:00pm ; Saturday, 8:00am - 4:30pm CCCS provides credit and budget counseling, housing counseling and debt repayment plans. Most counseling is face- to-face in local offices, although telephone or Internet counseling may be arranged. Assists in developing a workable plan for the orderly repayment of debts with the cooperation Service(s) of creditors, including administration of client's monthly disbursements. Monthly budget workshops, usually on Saturdays and in the evenings. Provides education and guidance for individuals wanting a better understanding of budget and credit techniques. Requirement(s) None None for housing counseling or credit and budget counseling. Cost For people entering the Debt Management Program (DMP), there are low fees for counseling, education (one-time only), and monthly maintenance. No charge for most workshops
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Bay Area Community Services (BACS)
Since 1953, Bay Area Community Services has been a leader in developing and delivering cost-effective services to adults with mental illness and seniors in Alameda County. We are committed to providing effective alternatives to institutionalization and improving the quality of life for those whom we serve.
Address 459 - 22nd Street, Oakland, CA 94612
Phone Number(s) 510-271-6075
Fax Number(s) 510-569-4589
Website www.bayareacs.org
Email [email protected]
Hours Monday-Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Program uses trained volunteers to assist older adults who meet eligibility criteria with bill paying, balancing checkbooks, and basic financial management. For those older adults who Service(s) are deemed incompetent by a physician to manage their own funds, BACS can be appointed as Representative Payee for individuals and with regard to deposit and expenditure of Social Security funds.
Requirement(s) Referral necessary
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EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Berkeley ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 54
Fremont ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 56
Oakland ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 58
Vocational Schools ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 64
Correctional Education …………………………………………………………………………………………… 72
Community Colleges ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 73
Adult Schools ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 74
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“Education is not merely a means for earning a living or an instrument for the acquisition of wealth. It is an initiation into life of spirit, a training of the human soul in the pursuit of truth and the practice of virtue.” ~ Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit
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Berkeley Youth Alternatives
BYA believes in the innate human potential of youth and their families and strives to provide a comprehensive network of services for children - 1st grade to pre-college. BYA fosters the success of youth and families through prevention and intervention services catered to encompass the mental, emotional, physical and social dimensions of development.
Address (510) 845-9010 Phone Number(s) 1255 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94702
Website http://accfb.org Student Programs that include: After School Center Career Development Counseling Service(s) Center H.E.A.T. (Health & Environment Awareness Training) Summer Jam Teen Center.
Cost Free
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The Bread Project
THE BREAD PROJECT trains low-income and unemployed people in the skills needed for entry-level commercial baking and cooking positions. In addition, THE BREAD PROJECT staff helps students find and retain jobs in the food service industry.
Address 1701 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94702
Phone Number(s) (510) 644-4575
Fax Number (510) 644-4575 Website www.breadproject.org Email [email protected]
Hours 24 Hours Service(s) THE BREAD PROJECT teaches students to bake breads, pastries, and cakes; to decorate cakes; to make soups, pizzas, and salads; and other food preparation skills. Students also learn job readiness skills - how to write resumes, fill out job applications, conduct successful interviews and look for jobs. The program offers job placement assistance and follow-up services to students and graduates for as long as they need them. The program also provides a café management course to aspiring students. Internships are available to graduates to manage THE BREAD PROJECT bakery/café located at the training sites. A nationally-accredited ServSafe course in food safety and sanitation is offered to enhance the employability of our graduates. We have assisted victims of Hurricane Katrina by providing them with marketable skills, social support, and job referral assistance. Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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Mission Valley ROP Center Job Track
Mission Valley ROP serves high school and adult students by providing quality and cost-effective career preparation. Mission Valley ROP offers state-of-the-art classroom instruction, internship experiences, and leadership development resulting in employment, career advancement, and preparation for post secondary training.
Address 5019 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont, CA 94538
Phone Number(s) 510-656-0533
Fax Number 510-438-0378 Website http://www.mvrop.org Email [email protected]
Hours Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm Service(s) Provides vocational training through the Regional Occupational Program (ROP) for adults and high school students. Offers in- house, hands-on job skills training in Computer Technology, including Computer Science and Multimedia; Business and Marketing; Health Careers; Industrial Technology; HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning); Public and Human Services, and Cosmetology. Also offers job readiness instruction, including resume writing, job development, and on- site remediation of basic skills/GED preparation. Supportive services provides referral to community agencies. ADULT STUDENT SERVICES: Training available in Medical Assisting, Administrative Support, Computer Graphic Design, Website Design, E-Commerce Marketing, Cisco Academy, Computerized Accounting, Computer Service Repair, Construction, Automotive Technology, HVAC, Video Production and Welding. Adult Basic Skills computerized lab provides help with Math, Reading, Writing and GED Preparation. Requirement(s) None Cost May Vary
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Tri-City One Stop Career Center
The Tri-Cities One-Stop Career Centers is a community partnership, including local cities, chambers of commerce, community colleges, employers and other community based organizations.
Address FREMONT - 39155 Liberty St, B200, Fremont, CA 94538 NEWARK - 39399 Cherry St, Room 1211, Newark, CA 94560
Phone Number(s) Newark - (510) 742–2323 / Fremont - (510) 794–3669
Fax Number Newark - (510) 742-2332 / Fremont - (510) 794-2400 Website http://www.tricitiesonestop.com Email [email protected]
Hours Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm (Fremont)
Monday & Wednesday 9:00am – 5:00pm (Newark) Tuesday & Thursday 12:00pm – 7:00pm Service(s) We offer universal resources available to the general public for the purpose of seeking jobs, training, or education. In addition, we offer resources specifically for job seekers and more focused support for special populations in the community. We also offer business resources and services specifically for employers. There is no charge for any of our services.
Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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Allen Temple Baptist Church Dr. J. Alfred Smith Senior Training Academy (DJASSTA)
Our mission is to provide employee training and career development for formerly incarcerated individuals recently released from prison. In addition, we assist them is becoming self-sufficient so they can reunify their families, and help build strong communities, while lowering the recidivism rate.
Address 8501 International Blvd, Oakland, CA 94621 Phone Number(s) (510)-567-1494 (510) 567-1490
Website http://www.allen-temple.org Hours Monday - Sunday, 8:00am - 8:00pm Service(s) With a comprehensive intervention designed to enable formerly incarcerated individuals develop employment skills through our 1)4-week work place Orientation training; 2)2-week Personal Responsibility [Mentoring]; 3)6-week Behavior Modification/Substance Abuse group. Our program includes: outreach, recruitment, developing collaborations with other community base organizations, and wrap around services. Additionally, we have a One-Stop Center, and GED lab for participants, and the community. DJASSTA has established an extremely positive working relationship with Parole and Probation Departments, Oakland Police Department, the California Department of Corrections, and the County Jails. These relationships allow us to conduct regular outreach and orientation sessions to inmates prior to release (180 days) and at the meeting required for parolees upon release. We receive direct referrals from Parole and Probation. Parole, Probation, the District Attorney's Office, and Alameda County Superior Court are all represented on the DJASSTA Advisory Board. Requirement(s) Low-income, men, women, homeless, substance abusers, non-custodial fathers Cost FREE
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Cypress Mandela Training Center
The Cypress Mandela Training Center is the community resource committed to enhancing the viability of the construction trades industry through quality life skills and technical training in directed pre-apprentice programs that promote positive life changes, teach multi-trade expertise, environmental assessment, administrative operations and bridge career connections for empowering a diverse socio-economic community at large.
Address 2229 Poplar Street, Oakland, CA 94607 Phone Number(s) (510) 208-7350 Fax Number (s) (510) 835-3726 Website www.cypressmandela.org Hours Monday – Friday 7:00am – 3:00pm Significant elements of the curriculum include both classroom and hands-on instruction in: Applied math for construction purposes, Environmental training, Introduction to cement work, Introduction to framing, form and foundation work, Introduction to structural steel and ironwork, Job safety, Orientation to the construction industry and the apprentice structure, Tool and material identification, Site surveying, Blueprint reading, Electrical fundamentals, Plumbing fundamentals, Introduction to operating engineers, Fundamentals of Solar, Solar Installation, Solar Service(s) Techniques and Training, Life skills: time management, budgeting, nutrition, chemical dependency education, sexual harassment, job survival skills, mentoring, team building and relationships, Videotaped and live presentations by industry experts further enhance the training. Students that successfully pass any of the environmental training modules will receive certification in that particular discipline. Students can also receive from 3 to 6 units of credit in carpentry from Laney College.
Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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Goodwill Industries of the Greater East Bay, Inc.
Goodwill Industries of the Greater East Bay is a nonprofit agency providing job training, employment experience and life skills, enabling disadvantaged and disabled individuals to achieve self-sufficiency.
Address 1301 - 30th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94601 Phone Number(s) 1-888-446-6394 Website www.eastbaygoodwill.org Hours Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Service(s) Offers a job club, training workshops, job search, placement and follow-up to Alameda County residents with employment barriers such as language and lack of experience. Serves dislocated workers, displaced homemakers, GA recipients and anyone needing the services. Requirement(s) None
Cost FREE
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Men of Valor Academy - Acts Full Gospel Church
The Men of Valor Academy's Mission is to provide spiritual, physical, emotional, and mental growth and development. The Men of Valor program encourages these positive facets in three phases: Man of Valor Phase, Educational Enhancement Phase, and the Vocational Training Phase.
Address 6118 International Blvd., Oakland, California 94621 Phone Number(s) (510) 567-1308 Fax Number(s) (510) 568-4125 Website http://www.actsfullgospel.org Email [email protected] Service(s) Phase I - Basic orientation format covering eight essential components: A Man of Valor, Character, Relapse Prevention, Spirituality, Individual Counseling, Anger Management, Finances, Physical Exercise. Phase II - Educational Enhancement Component: Structured to prepare men to successfully pass the General Education Diploma Requirements (GED): Geared to provide advanced learning for those with a high school diploma, Computer literacy training, Completion of this phase in 5 months. Phase III - Vocational Training: Comprehensive combination of classroom and practical application of the construction trade in 5-months, Vocational training in basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical and sheet rocking. The Men of Valor assists graduates in securing gainful employment in the construction industry. Once the graduate is hired, M.O.V.A. will be the liaison between our graduate and his employer to ensure a successful transition back into the workforce.
Requirement(s) None
Cost FREE
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Second Start Adult Literacy Program
To enable individuals who are functioning at basic levels of literacy to further develop their knowledge and potential and to attain higher levels of literacy while achieving their goals.
Address 1801 Adeline Street, Oakland, CA 94607 2nd Floor Phone Number(s) 510-238-3432 Fax Number(s) 510-238-6934 Website www.oaklandlibrary.org/services/secondstart/ Email [email protected] Hours Tuesday, 10:00am – 8:00pm Wednesday, 10:00am – 5:00pm, Thursday, 2:00pm – 8:00pm Friday, 10:00am – 5:00pm Saturday, 10:00am – 5:00pm Service(s) Offers individuals private and confidential tutoring to improve reading, writing and spelling skills. Also recruits, screens and trains volunteers in effective tutoring. Provides a Computer Learning Center. Tutor/student teams design a meeting routine suitable to everyone's schedule, and then work together in twice weekly sessions for at least 9 months. Requirement(s) Adults, age 16 or over, who speak English
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California's Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL)
The vocational and other Schools included in the following pages of this directory are a small example of the many schools listed on the State of California's Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL). This listing can be found at: http://etpl.edd.ca.gov/WiaEtplInd.htm
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Argosy University
Address 1005 Atlantic Avenue, Alameda, California 94501 Phone Number(s) 510.217.4700, Toll Free: 1.866.215.2777 Fax Number(s) 510.217.4800
Website http://www.argosy.edu
Argosy University offers professional certificates, programs, and doctoral, master's, and bachelor's Program(s) degrees in the following colleges: College of Psychology Offered and Behavioral Sciences, College of Education, College of Business, and College of Health Sciences. A high school graduate, hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate or have earned a Requirement(s) bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of postsecondary education as a prerequisite for admissions. Cost Affordable Rates, Financial Aid, Grants
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California Culinary Academy
Address 350 Rhode Island Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
Phone Number(s) 415-771-3500, Toll Free: 888 / 897-3222
Website http://www.baychef.com
Our Culinary Arts school welcomes those with a passion seeking excellence in: restaurant management training, Program(s) Offered cooking school, chef school, culinary school, career training in culinary arts, hospitality management training, chef training, cooking courses.
Proof of high school graduation or a General Educational Development certificate (GED), or its equivalence. Requirement(s) Completion of the Academy Application Form with an administrative fee. Pass entrance exam. Cost Financial Aid, Grants
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Heald College
Address Concord - 5130 Commercial Circle, Concord, CA 94520 Hayward - 25500 Industrial Blvd, Hayward, CA 94545 San Jose - 684 El Paseo De Saratoga, San Jose, CA 95130 San Francisco - 350 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94105 Phone Number(s) 1-800-88-Heald (1-800-884.3253) Website http://www.heald.edu
Program(s) Offered Business program options: Accounting, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Hospitality and Tourism, Office Skills, Sales and Marketing, Software Technologies. Technology program options: Cisco® and Advanced Cisco® Systems, Computer Support, Electronics Technology, Microsoft® Windows® 2003, Network Security, Network Systems Administration, Red Hat Systems Administration, Web Design and Administration. Healthcare program options: Dental Assisting, Health Information Technology, Medical Assisting, Medical Insurance Billing and Coding, Medical Office Administration. Legal program options: Paralegal. Requirement(s) A high school diploma or equivalent, a General Educational Development (GED) certificate or a post- secondary degree.
Cost Scholarships, Grants, Financial Aid, Student Loan
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National Holistic Institute
Address Emeryville - 5900 Hollis Street, Suite Q, Emeryville, California 94608 San Francisco - 1665 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94103 San Jose - 3031 Tisch Way, Suite 1 Plaza South, San Jose, CA 95128
Phone Number(s) 1.800.315.3552
Website http://www.nhimassage.com Program(s) Offered All we teach is Massage Therapy. Our faculty and staff are 100% dedicated to your success in the field of massage. Along those lines, our facilities were designed exclusively for Massage Therapy as well which creates a warm and welcoming environment.
Requirement(s) A high school diploma or equivalent, a General Educational Development (GED) certificate or a post- secondary degree.
Cost Scholarships, Grants, Financial Aid, Student Loan
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NCP College of Nursing
Address 21615 Hesperian Blvd. Suite A, Hayward, CA 94541 Phone Number(s) (510) 785-0454
Fax Number(s) (510) 785-4165 Website http://www.ncpvocational.com
Program(s) Offered Vocational Nursing Program, Nursing Assistant Training Program, C.N.A. Acute Care Training Program, NCLEX- PN Comprehensive Review Class, General Psychology – Required, General Science Class Anatomy Physiology – Required, General Science Class, IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification.
Requirement(s) A high school diploma or equivalent, a General Educational Development (GED) certificate or a post- secondary degree.
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University Of Phoenix
Address Pleasanton - 7901 Stoneridge Drive Suite 130, Pleasanton, California 94588 Concord - 1401 Willow Pass Road Suite 200, Concord, California 94520 Fremont - 40440 Encyclopedia Circle , Fremont, California 94538 Oakland - 1200 Clay Street Suite 200, Oakland, California 94612 San Francisco - One Front Street Suite 200, San Francisco, California 94111 San Jose - 3590 North 1st Street Suite 100, San Jose, California 95134 Phone Number(s) 1.800.266.2107 Website http://www.phoenix.edu Program(s) Offered The colleges and divisions within the University offer a range of programs that enable you to explore various disciplines, including business, communication, criminal justice, education, health care, management, nursing, information technology and more.* Additionally, we develop out degree programs, often in collaboration with industry professionals, to ensure quality, relevance and rigor.
Requirement(s) A high school diploma or equivalent, a General Educational Development (GED) certificate or a post- secondary degree.
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Western Career College
Address Emeryville - 6001 Shellmound, Suite 145, Emeryville, CA 94608 San Leandro - 15555 E. 14th Street, Suite 500, San Leandro, CA 94578 San Jose - 6201 San Ignacio Ave., San Jose, CA 95119 Phone Number(s) 1.888.203.9947 Website http://www.westerncollege.edu Program(s) Offered Western Career College is a leading provider of career training in the areas of health care, graphics design and criminal justice. Select a program of study from the list below and take the first step towards achieving your educational and career goals.
Requirement(s) A high school diploma or equivalent, a General Educational Development (GED) certificate or a post- secondary degree.
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WyoTech
Address 200 Whitney Place, Fremont CA, 94539 Phone Number(s) 1.888.577.7559
Fax Number(s) 510.490-8599 Website http://www.wyotech.edu Program(s) Offered Programs Offered: Automotive Technology-Advanced Automotive Diagnostics, Applied Service Management. HVAC. Motorcycle Technology-Asian Motorcycles, European Motorcycles, Harley-Davidson. Plumbing Requirement(s) A high school diploma or equivalent, a General Educational Development (GED) certificate or a post- secondary degree.
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Tri-Valley Regional Occupational Program Correctional Education
The mission of the Tri-Valley Regional Occupational Program’s Correctional Education program is to educate incarcerated adults and thereby reduce the impact of crime on the community by helping incarcerated adults acquire the skills, attitudes and values needed to find and hold jobs, become socially responsible, and make positive contributions to their families and the community.
“Reentry” is the word. The way out of no way… 3,000 incarcerated adults go through classes at two sites. Alameda County Sheriff’s Office has offered 20 years of educational programs through Tri-Valley ROP.
Address Santa Rita Jail, Inmate Services -Dublin Glenn Dyer Jail Facility -Oakland Phone Number(s) (925) 551-6694 Fax Number (s) (925) 551-6586 Website www.tvrop.org Email [email protected] The Tri-Valley Regional Occupational Program (ROP) provides basic education, drug recovery, and career and vocational programs.
D.E.U.C.E. class Drug Recovery Program, Adult Basic Education (ABE), Service(s) General Educational Development (GED), are available in the classroom and through Independent Study (IS) At Santa Rita Jail. English-as-a-Second Language, Food Service and Sanitation, Computer Applications, Cosmetology & Barbering classes are also offered.
Requirement(s) Individuals are screened by the Sheriff’s Office for security reasons. Registration is voluntary. Cost There are no charges to inmates
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Community Colleges
Phone College Address Website Number College of Alameda 555 Atlantic Avenue, Alameda CA 94501-2109 www.alameda.peralta.edu (510) 522-7221 Berkeley City College 2050 Center Street, Berkeley CA 94704-1205 www.berkeley.peralta.edu (510) 981-2800 Chabot College 25555 Hesperian Blvd PO Box 5001, Hayward CA 94545-5001 www.chabotcollege.edu (510) 723-6600 Contra Costa College 2600 Mission Bell Drive, San Pablo CA 94806-3195 www.contracosta.edu (510) 235-7800 DeAnza College 21250 Stevens Creek Boulevard, Cupertino CA 95014-5797 www.deanza.edu (408) 864-5678 Evergreen Valley College 3095 Yerba Buena Road, San Jose CA 95135-1598 www.evc.edu (408) 274-7900 Laney College 900 Fallon Street, Oakland CA 94607-4893 www.laney.peralta.edu (510) 834-5740 Las Positas College 3000 Campus Hill Drive, Livermore CA 94551-7623 www.laspositascollege.edu (925) 424-1000 Los Medanos College 2700 East Leland Road, Pittsburg 94565 5197 www.losmedanos.edu (925) 439-2181 Merritt College Peralta 12500 Campus Drive, Oakland CA 94619-3196 www.merritt.peralta.edu (510) 531-4911 Ohlone College (Fremont) 43600 Mission Boulevard, Fremont CA 94539-0911 www.ohlone.edu (510) 659-6000 Ohlone College (Newark) 39399 Cherry Street Newark, CA 94560-4902 www.ohlone.edu (510) 659-6000
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Adult Schools
District School Address Phone Number
Alameda Unified Alameda Adult School 2250 Central Ave., Alameda, CA 94501-4465 (510) 522-3858, FAX: (510) 522-0846 Albany Unified Albany Adult School 601 San Gabriel Ave., Albany, CA 94706 (510) 559-6580 Berkeley Unified Berkeley Adult School 1701 San Pablo Ave., Berkeley, CA 94702 (510) 644-6130 Castro Valley Unified Castro Valley Adult School 4430 Alma Ave., Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 886-1000 Fremont Unified Fremont Adult School 4700 Calaveras Ave., Fremont, CA 94538 (510) 793-6465 Fremont Unified Noll Adult School 39600 Sundale Dr., Fremont, CA 94538 (510) 651-9030 Hayward Adult School - Sunset Hayward Unified Community Center 22100 Princeton St., Hayward, CA 94541 (510) 293-8595 Hayward Adult Education - Laurel Hayward Unified Site 2652 Vergil Court, Hayward, CA 94546 (510) 293-8599 Livermore Valley Joint Unified Livermore Adult Evening 1401 Almond Ave., Livermore, CA 94550 (510) 606-4722 New Haven Unified New Haven Adult School 600 G St., Union City CA 94587 (510) 489-2185, FAX: (510) 471-0554 Newark Unified Newark Adult School 35777 Cedar Blvd., Newark, CA 94560 (510) 818-3700 Edward Shands Adult Education Oakland Unified Center 2455 Church St., Oakland, CA 94605 (510) 879-4040 Oakland Unified Pleasant Valley 920-53rd St., Oakland, CA 94608 (510) 879-4090, FAX:(510) 879-1806 Neighborhood Centers Adult Oakland Unified School 750 International Blvd., Oakland, CA 94606 (510) 451-7300 Piedmont Unified Piedmont Adult 800 Magnolia Ave., Piedmont, CA 94611 (510) 594-2654 Amador Valley Adult & Community Pleasanton Unified Education 215 Abbie St., Pleasanton, CA 94566 (925) 426-4280 San Leandro Unified San Leandro Adult School 2255 Bancroft Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577 (510) 618-4420 San Lorenzo Unified San Lorenzo Adult School 820 Bockman Rd., San Lorenzo, CA 94580 (510) 317-4200
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ROP Centers
District Address Phone Number
Eden Area ROP - Hayward Center 26316 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward, CA 94545 (510) 293-2900, Fax (510) 293-8325 Mission Valley ROP/C 5019 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont, CA 94538 (510) 657-1865, Fax (510) 438-0378 Oakland Adult and Career Education, Oakland-Alameda ROP, Oakland Site McClymonds Educational Complex, 2607 (510) 879-3036 Myrtle St., Oakland, CA 94607 Oakland-Alameda ROP, Alameda Site 2200 Central Ave., Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 337-7094 2600 Kitty Hawk Rd., #117, Livermore, CA Tri-Valley ROP 94550 (510) 455-4800, Fax (510) 449-9126
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Allen Temple Baptist Church
Dr. J. Alfred Smith Senior Training Academy (DJASSTA)
Our mission is to provide employee training and career development for formerly incarcerated individuals recently released from prison. In addition, we assist them is becoming self-sufficient so they can reunify their families, and help build strong communities, while lowering the recidivism rate.
Address 8501 International Blvd, Oakland, CA 94621 (510)-567-1494 Phone Number(s) (510) 567-1490
Website http://www.allen-temple.org
Hours Monday - Sunday, 8:00am - 8:00pm With a comprehensive intervention designed to enable formerly incarcerated individuals develop employment skills through our 1) 4-week work place Orientation training; 2) 2-week Personal Responsibility [Mentoring]; 3) 6-week Behavior Modification/Substance Abuse group. Our program includes: outreach, recruitment, developing collaborations with other community base organizations, and wrap around services. Additionally, we have a One-Stop Center and GED lab for participants, and the community. DJASSTA has Service(s) established an extremely positive working relationship with Parole and Probation Departments, Oakland Police Department, the California Department of Corrections, and the County Jails. These relationships allow us to conduct regular outreach and orientation sessions to inmates prior to release (180 days) and at the meeting required for parolees upon release. We receive direct referrals from Parole and Probation. Parole, Probation, the District Attorney's Office, and Alameda County Superior Court are all represented on the DJASSTA Advisory Board. Requirement(s) Low-income, men, women, homeless, substance abusers, non-custodial fathers Cost FREE
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Allied Fellowship Program
Provides services to individuals affected by the criminal justice system and homelessness.
Address 1851 - 10th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94606-3023 Phone Number(s) 510-534-1986 Hours 24 hours daily Service(s) Offers CalWORKs-dedicated services. The Employment Program serves both men and women who are disadvantaged due to a criminal justice history or are currently on probation or parole. Program provides pre- employment training, work experience placement, direct job placement and post hire support. Both individual and group support to prepare clients for re-entry into the job market.
Requirement(s) None
Cost FREE
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America Works
An innovative private employment company. A resource for companies seeking motivated, qualified candidates for entry-level positions. A nationally recognized business with a 25-year-track record with offices in New York City, Albany, Oakland, Baltimore & Newark.
Address 1212 Broadway, 11th Floor, Oakland, CA 94612 Phone Number(s) (510) 891-9100 Fax Number (s) (510) 891-9105 Website www.americaworks.com America Works specializes in a full range of entry- level positions: receptionist, secretary, word processor, mail-room clerk, customer service rep, Service(s) cashier, factory/warehouse/ security worker, among others. The salary for our placements typically ranges between $15,500 to $18,000 per year. Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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Goodwill Industries of the Greater East Bay, Inc.
Goodwill Industries of the Greater East Bay is a nonprofit agency providing job training, employment experience and life skills, and enabling disadvantaged and disabled individuals to achieve self-sufficiency.
Address 1301 - 30th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94601 Phone Number(s) 1-888-446-6394 (510) 698-7200 Website www.eastbaygoodwill.org Hours Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Service(s) Offers a job club, training workshops, job search, placement and follow-up to Alameda County residents with employment barriers such as language and lack of experience. Serves dislocated workers, displaced homemakers, GA recipients and anyone needing the services. Requirement(s) None
Cost FREE
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Men of Valor Academy - Acts Full Gospel Church
The Men of Valor Academy's Mission is to provide spiritual, physical, emotional, and mental growth and development. The Men of Valor program encourages these positive facets in three phases: Man Of Valor Phase, Educational Enhancement Phase, and the Vocational Training Phase.
Address 6118 International Blvd., Oakland, California 94621 Phone Number(s) (510) 567-1308 Fax Number(s) (510) 568-4125 Website http://www.actsfullgospel.org Email [email protected] Service(s) Phase I - Basic orientation format covering eight essential components: A Man of Valor, Character, Relapse Prevention, Spirituality, Individual Counseling, Anger Management, Finances, Physical Exercise. Phase II - Educational Enhancement Component: Structured to prepare men to successfully pass the General Education Diploma Requirements (GED): Geared to provide advanced learning for those with a high school diploma, Computer literacy training, Completion of this phase in 5 months. Phase III - Vocational Training: Comprehensive combination of classroom and practical application of the construction trade in 5-months, Vocational training in basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical and sheet rocking. The Men of Valor assists graduates in securing gainful employment in the construction industry. Once the graduate is hired, M.O.V.A. will be the liaison between our graduate and his employer to ensure a successful transition back into the workforce.
Requirement(s) None
Cost FREE
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Oakland Private Industry Council (Oakland PIC)
It is the mission of the Oakland Private Industry Council, Inc. to provide accessible, high quality training and employment services to local residents and employers.
Address 1212 Broadway, Ste. 100, Oakland, CA 94612 Phone Number(s) 510.768.4473 Fax Number(s) 510.451.4049 Website www.oaklandpic.org Hours Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm The Oakland PIC has an easy to access downtown center, close to BART and bus lines. We offer programs to adults, dislocated workers, formerly incarcerated men and women, and emancipating foster youth. Career Center Resources Include: Career Counselors, and extensive resource library, Computers with Internet access and telephones, fax and copy machines, Tools to assess interests, skills and values, Listings of local, regional and national job opportunities 48-hour "resume critique" service, On-site employer events, including job fairs, recruiting, testing and Service(s) interviews, Information on Bay Area training, education and support services, Job Search Seminars, and workshops to enhance your marketability, Managing career and life transition, Exploring and accessing the job market, Developing your resume/cover letter and interview preparation and practice, Using the Internet as a job search tool, How to keep a job, coaching for job retention and career advancement, Basic Computer Skills Classes: Call for schedule
Requirement(s) None
Cost FREE
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Youth Employment Partnership, Inc. (YEP)
YEP’s mission is to enhance the employment opportunities of underserved Oakland youth and young adults (18-24) by providing training, job placement, access to education, and comprehensive support services. YEP serves some of the most at- risk young people in our community, including youth in foster care, teen parents, court-involved and formerly incarcerated youth. Ninety-five percent of YEP’s program participants come from households living at or below the federal poverty line.
Address 2300 International Blvd, Oakland, CA 94601
Phone Number(s) 510-533-3447 Hours Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 6:00pm (some Saturdays)
Website www.yep.org Email [email protected]
YEP is currently funded to provide 100 - 150 slots for Young Adult Reentry (18-24 year old). The program begins with a full time, three-week Job Readiness Training (JRT) program that focuses strongly on critical soft skills and educational outcomes. Participants receive a financial incentive for successful completion of JRT. Upon graduation from JRT, participants are invited to receive comprehensive services – lasting anywhere from 2 to 6 months. YEP’s comprehensive services offers participants 20 hours per week of paid vocational training, but also requires a 20 hour per week match of educational services. A 40 hour week includes 20 hours of education and 20 hours of paid work experience. Service(s) Achieving educational goals and benchmarks is also rewarded with financial incentives. YEP’s strong focus on education is a result of their understanding that research and reality indicates that education is the number 1 predictor of success in the workplace and the ability to earn a living wage. YEP’s educational programs include: GED preparation, tutoring, remedial basic skills, critical thinking skills, alternative learning environments, and developing self- sufficiency/education plans. Vocational training includes options such as: Construction, Computers & Technology, Healthcare, Customer Service, and Customized Skills Training.
Cost Free
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Rubicon Programs
The mission of Rubicon Programs is to create and deliver integrated solutions to profound social problems. Our purpose is to make a positive and lasting impact on people living in poverty and on people living with disabilities, especially psychiatric disabilities. We empower people to move out of poverty and improve their quality of life.
Address Locations throughout the East Bay
Phone Number(s) (510) 235-1516 Website www.rubiconprograms.org Email [email protected] Through the close coordination of our intake, mental health, housing, legal, and employment services we strive to provide a comprehensive approach to the multiple issues our clients have to overcome. Our programs assist people who are homeless, Service(s) economically disadvantaged, have mental health disabilities or other barriers. We have offices in Richmond, Berkeley, Hayward, and San Francisco. Our Hayward and San Francisco offices recently opened in 2008. Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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Department of Rehabilitation
The California Department of Rehabilitation works in partnership with consumers and other stakeholders to provide services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living and equality for individuals with disabilities.
Oakland- 1515 Clay St. Suite 119 Oakland, CA 94612 Address Berkeley- 1936 University Ave. Berkeley, CA 94704 Fremont- 39155 Liberty St. Fremont, CA 94538 (510) 622-2764 (Oakland) Phone Number(s) (510) 883-6000 (Berkeley) (510) 794-2458 (Fremont) Website www.dor.ca.gov DOR's vocational rehabilitation services program assists Californians with disabilities obtain and retain employment and maximize their ability to live independently in their communities. The Department Service(s) develops, purchases, provides, and advocates for programs and services in vocational rehabilitation, habilitation and independent living with a priority on service for persons with the most significant disabilities. Eligibility for DOR services is based on the following factors: 1. You have a physical or mental impairment. 2. Your impairment constitutes or results in a Requirement(s) significant impediment to employment for you; and 3. You require and can benefit from vocational rehabilitation services to prepare you to obtain, retain or regain employment.
Cost FREE
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Alameda One-Stop Career Center
The Alameda One-Stop Career Center is a self-directed career resource center. The Center provides resources and services that are focused on assisting any member of the community with job search, training information and career assistance.
Address 555 Ralph Appezzato Memorial Parkway, Room L-215 Alameda CA, 94501
Phone Number(s) (510) 748-2208, (510) 814-8302 Website www.eastbayworks.com Hours Monday / Tuesday / Thursday, - 10:00am - 4:30pm Wednesday - 10:00am - 7:00pm Friday 8:30am - 1:00pm Service(s) Through the cooperative partnership of many local agencies it is an effective service delivery system for individuals seeking first, new or better jobs and for employers seeking to hire new workers. Internet access to job listings, and other information. Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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North Cities One-Stop Career Center (Berkeley)
North Cities One-Stop Career Center offers comprehensive employment services to job seekers and employers. All services are offered at no cost.
Address 1918 Bonita Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704 Phone Number(s) (510) 982-7128 Fax Number(s) (510) 982-7130 Website www.eastbayworks.com Hours Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday, - 9:00am to 4:00pm Thursday 9:00am to 7:00pm Friday 9:00am to Noon Service(s) Through the JobStart network of local training and educational organizations, Berkeley's one stop employment system provides you with the services and information you need to conduct a job search or find qualified employees. Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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Eden Area Multiservice Center (Hayward)
We're the hub site for the Eden Area Partnership, a coalition of employment and service providers who primarily serve the cities of Castro Valley, Hayward, San Leandro and San Lorenzo.
Address 24100 Amador Street, 3rd Floor, Hayward, CA 94544 Phone Number(s) (510) 670-5700 Fax Number(s) (510) 265-8304 Website www.eastbayworks.com Hours Monday / Tuesday / Thursday, - 8:30am - 5:00pm Wednesday 8:30am - 7:00pm Friday 8:30am - 12:00pm Service(s) We provide FREE employment services to job-seekers and employers. We're one of 14 one-stop career centers throughout Alameda and Contra Costa counties, funded by the Department of Labor and the State of California to provide employment services to job-seekers. Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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Oakland One-Stop Career Center
The Oakland One-Stop Career Center is a self-directed career resource center. The Center provides resources and services that are focused on assisting any member of the community with job search, training information and career assistance.
Address 1212 Broadway Suite #100, Oakland, CA 94612 Phone Number(s) (510) 768-4473 Fax Number(s) (510) 891-9968 Website www.eastbayworks.com Hours Monday through Thursday 9:00am - 4:30pm Friday 10:00am - 4:30pm
Service(s) Through the cooperative partnership of many local agencies it is an effective service delivery system for individuals seeking first, new or better jobs and for employers seeking to hire new workers.
Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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Oakland Career Center East - One-Stop Career Center
We are one of 16 one-stop career centers throughout Alameda and Contra Costa counties, funded by the Department of Labor and the State of California to provide employment services to job seekers and employers.
Address 675 Hegenberger Rd. 3rd Floor, Oakland, CA 94621 Phone Number(s) (510) 563-5321 Fax Number(s) (510) 563-5331 Website www.eastbayworks.com Hours Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Service(s) The focus of the Oakland Career Center East is to offer services and resources in support of employers and all job, education and training seekers.
Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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Tri-City One Stop Career Center
The Tri-Cities One-Stop Career Centers is a community partnership, including local cities, chambers of commerce, community colleges, employers and other community based organizations.
Address NEWARK - 39399 Cherry St, Room 1211, Newark, CA 94560 FREMONT - 39155 Liberty St, B200, Fremont, CA 94538 Phone Number(s) Newark - (510) 742–2323 / Fremont - (510) 794–3669 Fax Number(s) Newark - (510) 742-2332 / Fremont - (510) 794-2400 Website http://www.tricitiesonestop.com Email [email protected]
Hours Monday / Wednesday 9:00am – 5:00pm (Newark) Tuesday / Thursday 12:00pm – 7:00pm
Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm (Fremont) Service(s) We offer universal resources available to the general public for the purpose of seeking jobs, training, or education. In addition, we offer resources specifically for job seekers and more focused support for special populations in the community.
Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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Tri-Valley One-Stop Career Center (Pleasanton)
Since July 1, 1998, the Pleasanton Center staff has provided services to approximately 4,000 local residents in over 16,000 instances. There have been many collaborative efforts with our local partners to provide needed services to connect people.
Address 5020 Franklin Drive, Pleasanton, CA 94588 Phone Number(s) (925) 485 - 5262 Website www.eastbayworks.com Email [email protected]
Hours Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 9:00am – 5:00pm / Wednesday 12:00pm – 7:00pm / Friday 9:00am – 1:00pm. Service(s) Providing Job Search Workshops on campus to Las Positas students, Participating in the Las Positas Career Fair and Open House, Advertising in the Las Positas Express, Providing a referral source for Las Positas Counselors.
Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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Mayor Dellums Prison Reentry Initiative
The mayors reentry employment specialist/coordinator is located in the Mayors Office to stress the importance of creating training and employment opportunities for the formerly incarcerated by working in collaboration with Department Heads, staff, co- workers, CDCR, Community based, Faith based organizations and the business community.
rd Address City Hall 1 Frank Ogawa Plaza 3 Floor Mayors Office Oakland, Ca. 94612 Phone Number(s) 510-238-6905 Fax Number (s) 510-238-4731 Website www.oaklandnet.com Email
Service(s) Bi-weekly Orientations – 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. One-on-One Career Counseling. Work with residents through the City of Oakland Hiring process. Training and Job referrals.
Requirement(s) Oakland resident that is formerly incarcerated. Cost FREE
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Temp Agencies
Name Address Website Phone Number
(415) 434-1411, San Francisco - 101 Montgomery St. #1850, San Francisco, CA 94104 Accountants Fax: (415) 434-1124 www.accountantsintl.com International (925) 416-1101, Pleasanton - 7901 Stoneridge Dr. #320, Pleasanton, CA 94588 Fax: (925) 416-6431 (510) 744-6480, Fremont - 39141 Civic Center Dr. Ste 205, Fremont, CA 94538 Fax: (510) 744-9629 (510) 839-2100, Oakland - 1999 Harrison St. Suite 1100, Oakland, CA 94612 Fax: (510) 839-0635 (925) 460-0888, AccounTemps.com Pleasanton - 7901 Stoneridge Dr. Suite 204, Pleasanton, CA 94588 www.accountemps.com Fax: (925) 460-0177 (415) 434–1900 San Francisco - 50 California St. 10th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94111 Fax: (415) 986-7446 (925) 930-8180, Walnut Creek - 1255 Treat Blvd. Suite 200, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 Fax: (925) 930-6654 Union City - 32990 Alvarado Niles Rd # 970, Union City, CA 94587 (510) 429-8995 Adecco www.adecco.com San Francisco - 433 California St. Suite 620, San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 433-1091 Fremont - 3890 Mowry Ave Suite 200 Fremont, CA 94538 (510) 896-4961 Oakland - 1970 Broadway, Suite 110 Oakland, CA 94612 AppleOne www.appleone.com (510) 835-0217 Pleasanton - 4825 Hopyard Road, Suite F-21 Pleasanton, CA 94588 (925) 398-0000 San Francisco - 150 Post St. Suite 660, San Francisco, CA 94108 (415) 397-3201 (510) 528-2668, Artlinks 1600 Shattuck Ave. Suite 126, Berkeley, CA 94709 www.artlinks-staffing.com FAX: (510) 528-0521 (510) 420-3747, Emeryville - 2000 Powell St. Suite 1025, Emeryville, CA 94608 Cerified Fax: (510) 420-3757 www.certifiedemployment.com (415) 433-3600 Employment Group San Francisco - 111 Pine St. Suite 1200, San Francisco, CA 94111 Fax: (415) 433-7008 Emeryville - 1475 Powell St. Emeryville, CA 94608 (510) 595-2525 CLP Skilled Trade www.clp.com (415) 447-9302 San Francisco - 1508 Fillmore St. Suite 302, San Francisco, CA 94115 Fax: (415) 447-9332 (510) 979-2050, Fremont - 39465 Paseo Padre Parkway, Suite 2000, Fremont, CA 94538 Fax: (510) 979-0122 Pleasanton - 6200 Stoneridge Mall Road, Suite 310, Pleasanton, CA (925) 460-8436, Nelson Jobs www.nelsonhr.com 94588 Fax: (925) 460-8102 (415) 616-6380 San Francisco – 425 California St. Suite 606, San Francisco, CA 94104 Fax: (415) 616-6340
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(510) 744-6486, Fremont - 39141 Civic Center Drive Ste 205, Fremont, CA 94538 -5818 Fax: (510) 744-9629 Pleasanton - 7901 Stoneridge Drive Suite 204, Pleasanton, CA 94588 - (925) 847-9670, 3654 Fax: (925) 460-0177 OfficeTeam www.officeteam.com (510) 839-0539, Oakland - 1999 Harrison St. Suite 1100, Oakland, CA 94612 -4708 Fax: (510) 839-0635 (415) 434-2429 San Francisco - 50 California St. 10th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94111 Fax: (415) 434-4217 Outsource (510) 986-0686, 222 14th St. Suite 100, Oakland, CA 94612 www.osource.com Consulting Svcs Fax: (510) 986-0688 (415) 397-3384 San Francisco – 27 Maiden Lane Suite 202, San Francisco, CA 94108 Fax: (415) 397-2464 Randstad www.us.randstad.com (925) 847-9700, Pleasanton - 4807 Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, CA 94588 Fax: (925) 460-3248 Pleasanton - 4900 Hopyard Road Suite 100, Pleasanton, California (925) 463-4866, Renoir Staffing www.renoirstaffing.com 94588 Fax: (925) 463-4865 (510) 839-2100, 1999 Harrison Street, Suite 1100, Oakland, CA 94612 -4708 Robert Half Finance Fax: (510) 839-0635 www.roberthalffinance.com (415) 434-1900 & Accounting San Francisco - 50 California St. 10th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94111 Fax: (415) 434-4939 Sterling Personnel (510) 782-6187, 26236 Industrial Blvd. Hayward, CA 94545 www.sterlingjobs.net Svc Fax: (510) 782-6189 (415) 536-5844, San Francisco – 100 1st St. Suite 200, San Francisco, CA 94105 Fax: (415) 536-2845 Volt Info Sciences www.volt.com (510) 668-0580, Newark - 5600 Mowry School Road Suite 250, Newark, CA 94560 Fax: (510) 668-0581 (925) 680-4422 Concord - 1070 Concord Ave. Suite 112, Concord, CA 94520 Fax: (925) 680-4482 Workers.com www.workers.com (510) 476-1190 Union City - 32145 Alvarado Niles Road # 205, Union City, CA 94587 Fax: (510) 476-1199
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HEALTH CARE
Berkeley ………………………………………………………………………………………………96
Fremont ………………………………………………………………………………………………102
Oakland ………………………………………………………………………………………………104
Pleasanton ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 117
San Leandro ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 118
Planned Parenthood ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 120
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“A man too busy to take care of his health is like a mechanic too busy to take care of his tools.” ~ Spanish Proverb
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Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS)-Multi- Agency Service Center (MASC)
At BOSS our mission is simple: We help homeless, poor, and disabled people achieve health and self-sufficiency, while fighting against the root causes of poverty and homelessness.
Address 2065 Kittredge Street, Suite E, Berkeley, CA 94704 Phone Number(s) 510-843-3700 Website www.self-sufficiency.org Email [email protected] Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 8:00am – 4:00pm; Hours Friday, 8:00am – 2:00pm; Thursday, 8:00am – 12:00pm; Saturday, Sunday, 8:30am - 3:00pm
Provides comprehensive support services to the homeless population of the downtown Berkeley area, with an emphasis on the mentally disabled and substance abusers. Works in collaboration with area service agencies to provide money management counseling, respite and socialization, showers, phone Service(s) access, information and referral, alcohol and drug abuse counseling and education, health care, health information, HIV testing, housing counseling, veterans services, job counseling and workshops, payee services and benefits advocacy. Also offers the following groups: Women's Group, Housing Group and Substance Abuse Group.
Requirement(s) Homeless, ethnic minorities, low-income persons, substance abusers, veterans, mentally disabled Cost FREE
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Berkeley Addiction Treatment Services (BATS)
Provides outpatient methadone maintenance services to heroin users, including counseling, medical and social services for the opiate addict with one prior treatment failure.
Address 2975 Sacramento Street, Berkeley, CA 94702 Phone Number(s) 510-644-0200
Hours Monday-Friday, 5:30am-12:45pm; Saturday, Sunday, 5:30am-9am; Holidays, 7am-9am
Provides medically supervised withdrawal for opiate- addicted persons. Offers enhanced services for Service(s) pregnant opiate addicted women. Also offers urine testing.
Requirement(s) Heroin user, age 18 or over, with an intense, recurring opiate addiction.
Vary according to income, $10 per day for detoxification, $300 for Methadone maintenance. Cost Medi-Cal accepted. Some slots available for MIA (Medically Indigent Adult) or those who do not qualify for Medi-Cal.
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Life Long Medical - Over 60's
LifeLong is known as the primary “safety net” provider of medical services to the uninsured and those with complex health needs in Berkeley, Oakland, Albany and Emeryville. In 2007, LifeLong provided approximately 115,000 primary care visits to over 18,000 people.
Address 3260 Sacramento Street, Berkeley, CA 94702 Phone Number(s) (510) 601-6060 Fax Number (s) (510) 652-3626 Website www.lifelongmedical.org Hours Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Medical Services Provided: Routine Physician Office Visits, 24 Hour Emergency Call and Urgent Care, Medical Lab Services, Podiatry / Foot Care. Screenings and Evaluations: Hypertension Screening, Medication and Nutrition Information. Specialized Care: Chronic Disease Management, Management of Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias. Service(s) Psychosocial Services: Home Visits, Psychosocial Assessments, Case Management, Coordination with Physicians, Psychotherapy, Family Consultation and Support, Chemical Dependency Assessment and Evaluation. Preventive Services: Home Visits, Individual Health Education Sessions, Nutrition Counseling, Weight Management, Smoking Cessation and Education Program.
Requirement(s) Over 60 years of age. Cost FREE
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Life Long Medical – Berkeley Primary Care
LifeLong is known as the primary “safety net” provider of medical services to the uninsured and those with complex health needs in Berkeley, Oakland, Albany and Emeryville. In 2007, LifeLong provided approximately 115,000 primary care visits to over 18,000 people.
Address 2001 Dwight Way, Room 1363, Berkeley, CA 94704 Phone Number(s) (510) 204-4666 Fax Number (s) (510) 204-5304 Website www.lifelongmedical.org Email Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm Primary Medical Care for All Ages Medical Lab Services Well and Sick Exams Referrals for Specialty Care Service(s) STD Treatment for Men and Women Confidential HIV/AIDS Testing and Treatment Acupuncture Detox for Alcohol and Drugs Podiatry / Foot Care
At-risk youth, ethnic minorities, low-income persons, Requirement(s) homeless, substance abusers, persons with HIV/AIDS, pregnant women, or parenting adult with child Cost Low- to no-cost
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The Berkeley Free Clinic
The Free Clinic was founded in 1969 as a grassroots “street medicine” clinic. A group of activists wanted to respond to an overwhelming need for healthcare in the absence of state and federal programs and services. Since the Clinic opened, there has been an ever-present need for its services, albeit a dynamic need, as social conditions have undergone shifts and changes.
Address 2339 Durant Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704 Phone Number(s) (800) 6-CLINIC Fax Number (s) (510) 548-2570 Website www.berkeleyfreeclinic.org Email [email protected] Monday-Friday 5:30pm – 8:45pm Hours Saturday 12:00pm – 5:00pm Sundays 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Services provided in areas such as addiction programs, medical needs, mental health resources, Service(s) shelters, foodstuffs and meals, legal services, HIV and STD programs, and much more.
Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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B.O.S.S. - Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency
At BOSS our mission is simple: We help homeless, poor, and disabled people achieve health and self-sufficiency, while fighting against the root causes of poverty and homelessness.
Address 2065 Kittredge St. Ste E Berkeley, CA 94704 Phone Number(s) (510) 649-1930 Fax Number (s) (510) 649-0627 Website www.self-sufficiency.org Email [email protected] We work in Alameda County, California with the people who need us most; not only the adults who face homelessness but the many children who are also caught up in desperate family circumstances. Many are trying to cope with homelessness while also struggling with mental illness, substance abuse, HIV/AIDS, domestic violence, or poor physical health. Service(s) Our goal is to work in a holistic way, supporting our clients at every stage as they rebuild their lives and create healthy and bright futures for their families. Success can mean full self-sufficiency—a home, a job, healthy kids doing well in school—or smaller steps towards a better life. We celebrate people’s strength in surviving under difficult conditions.
Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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Fremont Healthy Start
We strive to operate superior programs that serve as models for other service providers because they are innovative, responsible, result-oriented and improved through ongoing assessment and evaluation.
Address 43030 Newport Drive, Fremont, CA 94538 Phone Number(s) 510-656-4206 Fax Number(s) 510.268.1073 Website www.ebac.org Email [email protected]
Hours Monday-Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm Service(s) A school based program that assists families with many support services as well as information and referral. Services include case management, school advocacy (parent/teacher, Independent Education Plan (IEP) interpretations, school enrollment assistance, immunization and health care referrals for school nurses, etc.) and health insurance enrollment assistance (Healthy Families, on-site Medi-Cal). The program consists of 5 Family Resource Specialists (FRS).
Requirement(s) Ethnic Minorities, low-income, substance abusers, immigrants, refugees, men, women, children.
Cost FREE
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Tri-City Health Center
Tri-City Health Center (TCHC) provides a wide spectrum of educational, healthcare, and social services to everyone, without regard to financial position, ethnicity, language, culture, sexual orientation, or any other criterion. TCHC is committed to delivering excellent health services in a caring, nurturing, and respectful atmosphere; we strive to promote optimal health, eliminate preventable diseases, and improve the quality of life for every individual and family in our community. TCHC is a fiscally responsible, independent, not-for profit community health center and a key member of a vital health service provider network.
Address 39500 Liberty St., Fremont, CA 94538 Phone Number(s) 510-770-8040 Website www.tri-cityhealth.org Email [email protected]
Hours Monday, 8:30am-8:00pm; Tuesday-Thursday, 8:30am- 7:00pm; Friday, Saturday, 8:30am-5:00pm Service(s) Tri-City Health Center's main clinic provides a broad spectrum of services including: Women's Services, Adult Primary Care, Pediatrics and Immunizations, Teen City Clinic, Dental Care, Mental Health Services, Nutritional Counseling, Diabetes Counseling and Education, HIV/Hepatitis Services, LGBT Community, Outreach, Enrollment Services
Requirement(s) Low-income persons, Latinos, women, teens, children, the uninsured, homeless, Medi-Cal and Medicare recipients, HIV positive individuals, families and friends, undocumented children. Cost Vary according to family size and income, some services are free. Funding assistance for those who qualify. Medi- Cal, Medicare, private insurance, Healthy Families, Family First, Family Care, PACT and CHDP accepted. Offers free or low-cost doctor visits.
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C.U.R.A. Inc.
C.U.R.A., Inc. is a non-profit, tax-exempt corporation, established to provide 24-hour residential treatment related to chemical dependency. C.U.R.A. is fully certified and licensed by the State of California. C.U.R.A. operates facilities in Fremont and Oakland. It has been in continuous operation for thirty years.
Address Fremont-4510 Peralta Blvd. Ste 1, Fremont, CA 94536 Oakland- 531 24th St. Oakland, CA 94612 (510) 713-3202 (Admin Office) Phone Number(s) (510) 713-3200 (General Info & Intake) (510) 713-3217 Website www.curainc.com Email [email protected] [email protected] C.U.R.A. is a non-profit corporation that gives people the opportunity to live lives free from drugs and alcohol. Residents are given a chance to change their past behavior by working on their core issues, getting an education, attending trade schools and acquiring job experience. C.U.R.A.’s program is comprised of a number of phases, each with specific goals and expectations. Service(s) The facility serves both male and female adults (18 years and older). No person, regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, gender, sexual preference, age, physical disability or political affiliation shall be excluded from participation in C.U.R.A. Federal confidentiality regulations are strictly enforced. C.U.R.A. is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Requirement(s) Each individual requesting admission to the program is asked for a minimum commitment of one year.
Cost of care is entirely dependent on an individual's Cost ability to pay. No one is denied admission to C.U.R.A. for inability to pay.
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Health Care Homeless and Family Support Network
Provides comprehensive case management, housing and support services to homeless families in Alameda County.
Address 1900 Fruitvale Avenue, Suite 3D, Oakland, CA 94601 Phone Number(s) 510-533-4663 Email [email protected]
Hours Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm Service(s) HOMELESS FAMILIES PROGRAM offered to families that meet the following criteria: currently homeless, has legal/physical custody of at least one child under 18 years of age, and is willing to participate in case management services. Other services include referrals to alcohol and drug counseling, HIV education and prevention, child care, mental health services, employment assistance, food assistance and move-in assistance. Health care referrals and case management as well as mobile health van services are also provided as appropriate. Requirement(s) Homeless families or individuals with children.
Cost FREE
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AIDS Healthcare Foundation - The Earvin 'Magic' Johnson Jr. Clinic
The Earvin 'Magic' Johnson Jr. Clinic is one of 10 AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) healthcare centers in California. AHF is the largest community based HIV/AIDS medical provider in the nation. Established in 1987 by a small group of friends dedicated to the creation of dignified hospice care for people in the last stages of AIDS, AHF has grown to a $40 million healthcare, HIV prevention and advocacy agency today.
Address 400 - 30th Street, Suite 300, Oakland, CA 94609 Phone Number(s) 510-628-0949 Website www.aidshealth.org Hours Monday, 8:30am-12:00pm, 1:00pm-5:30pm; Tuesday, 10:00am-2:00pm, 3:00pm-7:00pm; Thursday, 8:30am- 12:00pm, 1:00pm-5:30pm Service(s) AHF provides healthcare to people living with HIV, regardless of their ability to pay. Provides clients with access to specialists, medications, treatment and services needed.
Requirement(s) Photo I.D. and Social Security Card required. Cost Vary according to income. Medi-Cal, Medicare and some private insurance. No one denied service because of inability to pay.
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Bay Area Community Services, Inc. (BACS) - Adult Day Care Services
Since 1953, Bay Area Community Services has been a leader in developing and delivering cost-effective services to adults with mental illness and seniors in Alameda county. We are committed to providing effective alternatives to institutionalization and improving the quality of life for those whom we serve.
Address 5714 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Oakland, CA 94709 Phone Number(s) 510-601-1074 Website www.bayareacs.org Email [email protected]
Hours Monday-Friday, 9:00am - 3:00pm Service(s) BAY AREA COMMUNITY SERVICES (BACS) ADULT DAY CARE SERVICES provides help and support for adults experiencing chronic health care problems, including Alzheimer's Disease, so that they may remain in their homes. The program also provides respite for family members and caregivers who are assured that their loved ones are receiving reliable care while they attend to their daily affairs. DAY CARE PROGRAM provides a structured program of activities including memory exercises, reminiscing, cooking, mild body movement, games such as chair volleyball, arts and crafts, gardening, music and singing, drama, group discussions, field trips, and speakers sharing information about resources and entitlements. Trained staff, both paid and volunteer, leads activities. Door-to-door transportation is available for all clients who need it. A hot nutritionally-balanced meal, on-going respite and support for caregivers and family members. Daily program leadership provided by adult education teachers and staff, client referrals to other community agencies as needed are also available.
Requirement(s) Adults 60+ with chronic illness including dementia Cost $35 per day
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IPOP – Improving Pregnancy Outcomes Program
[The Improving Pregnancy Outcomes Program (IPOP) is a program serving low- income, medically and socially at-risk pregnant and parenting African American women and their infants. IPOP‘s goal is to reduce infant mortality and improve other pregnancy outcomes by providing case management, care coordination, health education and fatherhood services.
Address 1000 Broadway Suite 500 Oakland, CA 94612 Phone Number(s) (510) 267-8000 Fax Number (s) (510) 267-3212 Website www.acphd.org/user/services/listing.asp Email [email protected] IPOP’s primary goals are accomplished by providing long-term case management and care coordination services to at-risk women and through IPOP’s community health education services. IPOP’s community education services promote community awareness and positive health behaviors through group workshops, an outreach campaign, information and referral, and special health events.
Service(s) IPOP also serves African American fathers of children 0-2 years of age and male partners of women with children 0-2 years of age. Fathers of infants and partners of pregnant and parenting women receive health education classes and care coordination services to support their productive involvement in the health outcomes of their families.
Must be no more than 28 weeks pregnant or no more Requirement(s) than 6 weeks postpartum. Must meet income eligibility requirements. Cost FREE
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Bay Area Consortium for Quality Health Care, Inc. - Family Life Resource Center
Provides health care services, family empowerment and health education programs to families in the Fruitvale-San Antonio community and all of Alameda county. The goal of the project is to reduce the rate of infant mortality in the community and reduce health risk factors in children, particularly among African-Americans.
Address 5709 Market St. Oakland, CA 94608 Phone Number(s) 510-652-3300 Email [email protected]
Hours Monday-Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm Service(s) Program provides case management services to pregnant women or to anyone who is the caregiver of a child age 0-6 years. Assists clients in identifying and accessing community resources, medical care and assists in obtaining Medi-Cal. Also provides health education classes, individual counseling, youth and parenting support groups. YOUTH SERVICE PROGRAM provides individual and group counseling to youth and their families, STD and HIV testing. The goal of this program is to reduce teen pregnancy and parenthood.
Requirement(s) At-risk youth, ethnic minorities, low-income persons, homeless, substance abusers, persons with HIV/AIDS, pregnant women, or parenting adult with child age 0-6 years Cost FREE
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East Bay Community Recovery Project (EBCRP)
East Bay Community Recovery Project’s mission is to support the well being of the community by providing substance abuse, mental health and other health related services. We respect and encourage the strengths of individuals and families, and their ability to make healthier choices.
Address Oakland - 2551 San Pablo Avenue, Oakland, CA 94612 Hayward - 22971 Sutro Street, Hayward, CA 94541 Phone Number(s) (510) 446-7180 (Oakland) (510) 728-8600 (Hayward) Fax Number(s) (510) 832-0609 (Oakland) Website www.ebcrp.org Hours Monday-Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm Service(s) Outpatient: Day Treatment for Co-occurring Mental Health and Substance Abuse, Psychiatry, Outreach, Assessment, Counseling, Case Management, Day treatment for clients with a criminal justice history, Psycho educational groups. Outreach Testing: Outreach, Early Intervention, Case Management, HIV Testing, Prevention/Early Intervention, Counseling. HIV/Health: Outreach, Assessment, Mental Health and Substance Abuse Counseling, Psychiatry, Case Management, Methadone, Housing Case Management. Criminal Justice: Assessment, Counseling, Psychiatry, Psycho educational Groups, Referral.
Requirement(s) Individuals with co-occurring disorders, specifically mental illness and substance abuse, HIV and those involved in the criminal justice system. The residential program serves pregnant and post partum women and their children.
Cost Vary according to income, and eligibility for certain programs. Schedule an appointment to find out eligibility status. Medi-Cal accepted for most services.
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Healthy Oakland
Our mission is to decrease violence and health disparities in primarily the African American community, but also in other ethnic communities as well. We shall accomplish this by collaborating with other community conscious organizations, churches, businesses, and individuals.
Address 2580 San Pablo Avenue, Oakland, CA 94612
Phone Number(s) (510) 444-9655
Website www.healthycommunities.us Email [email protected]
Every year our mobile health van provides health screenings at parks, churches, schools, BLACK EXPO and the African American Health Summit convened by the Bay Area Black United Fund at the Marriott Oakland Convention Center, and the Summer Concert Series, sponsored by Oakland City Councilwoman Desley Brooks and D’Wayne Wiggins, at Arroyo Viejo Park. Our medical van has provided men’s health services at San Quentin prison to over 300 male inmates, at the “State of the African American Male” Conference led by Congresswoman Barbara Lee, prostate cancer screenings at the Seventh Day Adventist Church in West Oakland, and throughout the Bay Area. After providing health screenings on our Service(s) mobile health van throughout the Bay Area for 2 ½ years, Healthy Oakland opened a Family Resource and Save A Life Wellness Center in 2004 on San Pablo Avenue in West Oakland so that we may provide more comprehensive services and case management to at-risk individuals and families. Healthy Communities, Inc. became the parent organization in May 2003 as Healthy Oakland expanded its outreach and services to other cities and states. Currently Healthy Communities, Inc. is providing, through collaboration, services in Oakland, Berkeley, Richmond, Vallejo, Silicon Valley, San Francisco, Stockton, and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Cost Call for complete information on all services
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Public Health Clearinghouse
Health and dental care for low income or no income families and individuals.
Address 1000 Broadway, Suite 500, Oakland, CA 94607 Phone Number(s) 1.888-604-4636 (888-604-INFO) Email [email protected]
Hours Monday-Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm Service(s) Clearinghouse callers receive assistance finding medical care for children and adults, dental care, and low-cost health insurance options for children. Callers can also be directed to other programs of the Public Health Department to address their needs. Ethnic minority, low-income, people with disabilities, women, pregnant women, children and youth.
Requirement(s) Ethnic minority, low-income, people with disabilities, women, pregnant women, children and youth. Cost FREE
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West Oakland Health Center
The West Oakland Health Council is a non-profit organization providing primary care, mental health, and substance abuse recovery services to residents of North, East and West Oakland, Emeryville and Southwest Berkeley. Its mission is to improve the health and well-being of residents and to reduce morbidity, preventable disability and premature death in the community.
Address 700 Adeline St. Oakland, CA 94607 Phone Number(s) 510-835-9610 Website www.wohc.org Hours Monday-Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm Service(s) WEST OAKLAND HEALTH CENTER offers primary medical services that include general and internal medicine, cancer screening, obstetrics-gynecology and pediatrics. Specialty services available include dermatology, minor general surgery, gastroenterology, ophthalmology, orthopedic surgery and urology. Dentistry and optometry are also provided. A Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program.
Requirement(s) Low-income persons needing health care.
Cost Vary according to income. No fee for cancer screening services for persons below 200% of poverty level or those without insurance. Medi-Cal, Medicare, private insurance accepted.
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East Oakland Health Center
The West Oakland Health Council is a non-profit organization providing primary care, mental health, and substance abuse recovery services to residents of North, East and West Oakland, Emeryville and Southwest Berkeley. Its mission is to improve the health and well-being of residents and to reduce morbidity, preventable disability and premature death in the community.
Address 7450 International Blvd. Oakland, CA 94621 Phone Number(s) (510) 430-9401 Website www.wohc.org EAST OAKLAND HEALTH CENTER offers primary medical services that include general and internal medicine, cancer screening, obstetrics-gynecology and pediatrics. Specialty services available include Service(s) dermatology, minor general surgery, gastroenterology, ophthalmology, orthopedic surgery and urology. Dentistry and optometry are also provided. A Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program. Requirement(s) Low-income persons needing health care. Vary according to income. No fee for cancer screening Cost services for persons below 200% of poverty level or those without insurance. Medi-Cal, Medicare, private insurance accepted.
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Life Long Medical – Oakland
LifeLong is known as the primary “safety net” provider of medical services to the uninsured and those with complex health needs in Berkeley, Oakland, Albany and Emeryville. In 2007, LifeLong provided approximately 115,000 primary care visits to over 18,000 people.
Foothill Square- 10700 MacArthur Blvd. Suite 14B Address Oakland, CA. 94605
Downtown- 616 16th St. Oakland, CA 94612 Phone Number(s) (510) 563-4300 (Foothill Square) (510) 451-4270 (Downtown) Fax Number (s) (510) 563-4383 (Foothill Square) (510) 451-4285 (Downtown) Website www.lifelongmedical.org Email Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm Primary Medical Care for All Ages Medical Lab Services Well and Sick Exams Referrals for Specialty Care Service(s) STD Treatment for Men and Women Confidential HIV/AIDS Testing and Treatment Acupuncture Detox for Alcohol and Drugs Podiatry / Foot Care
At-risk youth, ethnic minorities, low-income persons, Requirement(s) homeless, substance abusers, persons with HIV/AIDS, pregnant women, or parenting adult with child Cost Low- to no-cost
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Alameda County Health Care Services Agency-Alameda County Medical Center –Highland Hospital
Alameda County Medical Center is committed to maintaining and improving the health of all County residents, regardless of ability to pay. The Medical Center will provide comprehensive, high quality medical treatment, health promotion, and health maintenance through an integrated system of hospitals, clinics, and health services staffed by individuals who are responsive to the diverse cultural needs of our community. The Medical Center, as a training institution, is committed to maintaining an environment that is supportive of a wide range of educational programs and activities. Education of medical students, interns, residents, continuing education for medical nursing, and other staff, along with medical research, are all essential components of our environments.
Address 1411 E.31st St. Oakland, CA 94602 Phone Number(s) (510) 437-4800 Website http://www.acmedctr.org
Emergency Acute Medical / Surgical Care Provides inpatient services including sub-acute Service(s) rehabilitation skilled nursing facility, counseling and case management
Requirement(s) None Cost Vary according to income. Medi-Cal, Medicare, private insurance accepted
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Axis Community Health
Axis Community Health provides medical care for all members of the community. Some of our programs are free. Others are available on a sliding fee scale based on income and family size. Some programs require residency in Alameda County. We will work with you to help you obtain the services you need.
Address PLEASANTON - 4361 Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton, CA 94566 PLEASANTON – 6666 Owens Drive, Pleasanton, CA 94588 LIVERMORE - 3311 Pacific Avenue, Livermore, CA 94550 Phone Number(s) 925-462-5544 Fax Number(s) 925-417-1503 Website www.axishealth.org Email [email protected]
Hours Monday-Friday, 9:00am – 8:00pm Service(s) MEDICAL CLINIC is a primary care community health clinic offering general medical, family planning, prenatal care, health education, and pediatrics. Offers sexually transmitted disease screening, TB testing, immunizations, pregnancy testing, and blood pressure checks. Anonymous HIV testing. MEDICAL CLINIC also provides: DRUG AND ALCOHOL RECOVERY PROGRAMS for teens and adults who are in need of outpatient recovery services. Court-ordered DUI classes are also available. MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING offers counseling services for adults, couples, families and children who seek assistance with issues such as anxiety, depression, parenting, relationship difficulties and school behavior problems. ANGER MANAGEMENT offers education and group counseling. Helps you feel in control, handle anger positively, improve relationships, resolve conflicts and reduce stress. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE offers education and counseling in a group setting. Helps you understand violence and abusive behaviors and their effects, develop anger control strategies, learn basic conflict management and assertiveness and improve communication skills. WIC provides supplemental food, nutrition counseling and support services for eligible pregnant, post partum and breastfeeding women and for children under the age of 5. COMPREHENSIVE YOUTH SERVICES (CYS) provides individual, family and group counseling. The goal is to prevent youth from entering the juvenile justice system. The program targets at-risk youth who live in Alameda County who have not entered the juvenile justice system. Juveniles who have entered the justice system are not eligible for this program. Requirement(s) Uninsured and low income families.
Cost Fees are based on a sliding scale according to the client's income. Medi-Cal is accepted.
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Alameda County Health Care Services Agency-Alameda County Medical Center - Fairmount
Alameda County Medical Center is committed to maintaining and improving the health of all County residents, regardless of ability to pay. The Medical Center will provide comprehensive, high quality medical treatment, health promotion, and health maintenance through an integrated system of hospitals, clinics, and health services staffed by individuals who are responsive to the diverse cultural needs of our community. The Medical Center, as a training institution, is committed to maintaining an environment that is supportive of a wide range of educational programs and activities. Education of medical students, interns, residents, continuing education for medical nursing, and other staff, along with medical research, are all essential components of our environments.
Address 15400 Foothill Blvd, San Leandro, CA 94578 Phone Number(s) 510-895-4200 Website www.acmedctr.org Hours Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Service(s) Provides inpatient services including sub-acute rehabilitation (physical therapy, outpatient and inpatient speech therapy, occupational therapy, audio logy, psychology for inpatient, etc.), a skilled nursing facility, counseling and case management. Also offers for inpatient EMG (Electromyography) and EKG (Electrocardiogram). There are no surgery or birthing services. AIDS DRUG ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ADAP) provides AIDS medication assistance. Cases are screened individually.
Requirement(s) None Cost Vary according to income. Medi-Cal, Medicare, private insurance accepted
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RotaCare Free Medical Clinic
Davis Street Family Resource Center’s RotaCare Free Acute Clinic serves over 1,000 uninsured and underinsured people each year. Over 60% are children.
Address 3081 Teagarden Street, San Leandro, CA 94577 Phone Number(s) (510) 347-4620 Fax Number(s) (510) 483-4486 Website www.davisstreet.org Email [email protected]
Hours Monday (Adults) Registration 8:00am – 4:00pm Treatment 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tuesday (Children) Registration 8:00am – 4:00pm Treatment 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Thursday (Physical Therapy) 2:30pm – 7:00pm
Wednesday (Dental Clinic) Registration 8:00am – 4:00pm Treatment 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Service(s) ROTACARE FREE MEDICAL CLINIC operates for low- income, uninsured or underinsured individuals in the Eden area. This clinic is open Monday evenings for adults, 4-7pm, Tuesday evenings 4-7pm for pediatrics and Thursdays 2:30-7pm. Physical therapy by appointment only. Also provides immunizations, physical exams, nutrition education, and diabetes and asthma management. Dental services are offered on Wednesdays, 5-7pm. The clinic is staffed by volunteer doctors, nurses and social workers. The clinic is a collaborative effort between Davis Street Community Center and the San Leandro Rotary Club.
Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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DIRECTORY
HEALTH CARE - Planned Parenthood Planned Parenthood delivers vital health care services, sex education, and sexual health information to millions of women, men, and young people.
Planned Parenthood health centers focus on prevention: 81 percent of our clients receive services to prevent unintended pregnancy.
Planned Parenthood services help prevent more than 642,000 unintended pregnancies each year. Planned Parenthood provides more than 1 million Pap tests and more than 880,000 breast exams each year, critical services in detecting cancer.
Planned Parenthood provides more than 3 million tests and treatments for sexually transmitted infections, including HIV. Three percent of all Planned Parenthood health services are abortion services. Planned Parenthood affiliates provide educational programs to 1.2 million young people and adults each year. Planned Parenthood has more than four million activists, supporters, and donors working for women's health and safety and our fundamental reproductive rights.
Location Address Website Phone Number
Hayward 1866 B Street, Hayward, CA 94541 www.plannedparenthood.org 800.967.7526 Fax: 510.537.6024 Oakland 482 W MacArthur Blvd., Oakland, CA 94609 www.plannedparenthood.org 800.967.7526 Fax: 510.547.7446 Oakland 7200 Bancroft Avenue #210, Oakland, CA 94605 www.plannedparenthood.org 800.967.7526 Fax: 510.562.9409 San Ramon 130 Ryan Industrial Court #115, San Ramon, CA 94583 www.plannedparenthood.org 925.838.2108 Fax: 925.838.9265 Walnut Creek 1357 Oakland Blvd., Walnut Creek, CA 94596 www.plannedparenthood.org 925.935.3010 Fax: 925.932.2231
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INFORMATION SERVICES
Berkeley ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 121
Hayward ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 122
Newark ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 124
Livermore ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 125
Child Support Services ……………………………………………………………………………………… 126
211 Information Referral ……………………………………………………………………………………… 127
Inmate Services ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 128
Probation Departments ……………………………………………………………………………………… 129
Parole Departments ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 130
Libraries ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 131
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“I find that a great part of the information I have was acquired by looking up something and finding something else on the way.” ~ Franklin P. Jones
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Bonita House, Inc.
CREATIVE LIVING CENTER provides services and support for people with psychiatric disabilities through a day socialization/clubhouse program.
Address 2340 Durant Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94704 Phone Number(s) 510-548-2269 Hours Monday, Friday, 9:00am – 3:00pm (Program and office) Service(s) Services include individual counseling, a prevocational program, hot lunch and various groups. Groups include: gardening, art studio/art therapy, creative writing, support/discussion, men's/women's groups, living skills, movement, relaxation and prevocational training.
Requirement(s) Adults with psychiatric disorders Cost $3 for lunch
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Bi-Bett Education Program
Provides a 16-week course for convicted first offenders that focuses on reducing the incidence of drinking and driving in the community.
Address 22429 Hesperian Blvd, Hayward, CA 94541 Phone Number(s) 510-783-8708 Hours Monday-Thursday, 12:00pm – 7:00pm; Friday, 8:30am – 11:00am, 12:00pm - 4:45pm; Saturday, 10:00am - 2:15pm; Classes only Service(s) The course has two components: An 8-week education class and an 8-week group process component. Additional courses; 6-month FOP Level II, 12-hour Wet and Reckless (6 weeks) and 9-month FOP Level II. Also offers substance abuse information and referral services.
Requirement(s) First offender, court referral. FOP Level 2 (6 months), Wet and Reckless Cost $345 for 16-weeks course. Call for fees regarding Wet and Reckless Program. No one denied service because of inability to pay. (Inability must be documented)
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Terra Firma
Provides drug and domestic violence diversion groups for court mandated individuals and education and group support services for the general public.
Address 30086 Mission Blvd, Hayward, CA 94544 Phone Number(s) 510-675-9362 Email [email protected]
Hours Monday-Friday, 9:30am – 7:00pm; Saturday, 9:00am – 4:00pm Service(s) Offers AIDS education classes and drug testing services. The battered women's group assists women who have been abused physically, verbally or emotionally. The drug relapse prevention group explores interpersonal relationships, group support, understanding the relapse process and promoting abstinence and recovery skills. Also arranges supervised visitations and exchanges between parents and children involved in custody disputes. Offers hair, urine and Patch Testing for drugs. Youth services for day education, anger management and petty theft. 12-15 weeks program. Primarily referred by Probation Courts, but is open to the public.
Requirement(s) Substance abusers, domestic violence offenders, teens, battered women, recovering addicts and alcoholics, family court services, anger management.
Cost Vary according to service
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Second Chance
Second Chance is a counseling and recovery agency which operates five outpatient centers and a short-term emergency shelter in southern Alameda County (California). We offer a wide variety of programs to deal with substance abuse, codependency, youth issues, family and relationship problems, domestic violence, homelessness and many other "life problems".
Address NEWARK- 6330 Thornton Ave. Newark, CA 94560 SAN LEANDRO- 1403 - 164th Avenue, San Leandro, CA 94578 FREMONT- 4673 Thornton Ave. Suite P, Fremont, CA 94536 HAYWARD- 107 Jackson St. Hayward, CA 94544 Phone Number(s) (510-792-HELP), Hotline Hours:24 hours daily Website www.secondchanceinc.com Email [email protected]
Service(s) Provides counseling, crisis intervention, shelter services, a 24-hour hotline, community education, support groups and special interest workshops. Counseling is offered for problems such as drugs, alcohol, family problems, domestic violence, depression, child abuse, parenting, communication, AIDS and others. Support groups offered include alcohol and drug abstinence support, stress reduction, parenting, teens, divorce and separation, marriage and others as needed. Provides a 17-week educational program for first-time drinking and driving offenders. Also offers AIDS workshops. A multipurpose emergency shelter provides 30 beds for single adults, battered women and families. Call anytime for availability information. Also provides drop-in showers. Call ahead for information on availability. Length of stay limited to 2-3 weeks.
Requirement(s) Homeless, individuals with substance abuse problems, teens.
Cost None, except for PC1000 diversion, DUI, AIDS education and domestic nonviolence.
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St. Matthews Baptist Church God’s Love Outreach Ministries
God’s Love Outreach Ministry Services include various programs including, Youth tutoring, God’s Love Christian Academy, Prison ministry, Transitional Housing for Women. The outreach through the Prison Ministry includes programs for formerly incarcerated inmates looking for re-entry into the community providing, transitional housing, employment and drug programs. Services offering an Exit Strategy Plan not just a release.
Address 1239 N. Livermore Ave, Livermore, CA 94550
Phone Number(s) (925) 449-3824
Website www.saintmatthewsbaptistchurch.org
Prison Ministry Services - Transitional housing, employment, and drug programs benefiting formerly incarcerated inmates. Transitional homes offer job skills training, referrals and placement, professional counseling, Service(s) Educational training/GED classes, Trade training, Anger Management, medical services, financial planning/budgeting and Drug programs
Requirement(s) Program for Men and Women
Cost Varies
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Alameda County Department Of Child Support Services
The Alameda County Department of Child Support Services establishes paternity and child support orders, collects child, medical and spousal support payments, modifies orders and provides medical enforcement services.
Address 5669 Gibraltar Drive, Pleasanton, CA 94588
Phone Number(s) 1-866 901-3212 toll free
Fax Number(s) (925) 468-9297
Website www.acgov.org/css
Email [email protected]
Hours Monday thru Friday, 8:30am to 4:45pm
Assist parents with establishing paternity, child and medical support orders. Enforce child and medical support orders. Review cases for appropriate orders and make referrals to Service(s) agencies that may be able to assist customers with issues beyond the jurisdiction of child support services, such as, custody, visitation, employment services and other related legal issues. Requirement(s) None
Cost Free
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Eden I&R 2-1-1 Alameda County Information and Referral Line
Eden I&R (Information & Referral) is a 501(c)(3) non profit agency committed to serving as a link between Alameda County families and individuals, and the full range of community resources available to them. Eden I&R is well known as THE source of information on, and referral to, low-cost housing, emergency shelter, and over 1,270 social service agencies for Alameda County Residents.
2-1-1 Phone Number(s) Or if 2-1-1 is unavailable call (888) 886-9660 Website www.edenir.org Email [email protected] 2-1-1 is a free, non-emergency, confidential, 3-digit phone number and service that provides easy access to housing information, and critical health and human services. Service(s) 2-1-1 operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with multi-lingual capabilities.
Requirement(s) None Cost FREE
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Alameda County Sheriff’s Office Maximizing Opportunities for Mothers to Succeed Program M.O.M.S.
It is the mission of the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office Maximizing Opportunities for Mothers to Succeed Program to promote the healthy development of children by increasing the capacity of their mothers for self-sufficiency and parent-child bonding. Empowered with new knowledge, treated with respect and dignity, and assisted by community resources, incarcerated women can reverse the effects of previous behaviors, life circumstances, build solid foundations to fulfill futures for themselves and their children, avoid repeat incarceration. The M.O.M.S. Program is offered through the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office Inmate Services Unit at Santa Rita Jail in the city of Dublin, Ca.
Address 5325 Broder Blvd. Dublin, Ca 94568 Phone Number(s) (925) 551-6580 Fax Number (s) (925) 803-7179 Website www.mymoms123.edblogs.org Email alamedacountysheriff.org/dc/inmate_svcs.htm Case Management services, assistance with parenting, educational, drug/alcohol treatment Service(s) options, housing and living skills. Monthly M.O.M.S. Alumni Support meetings (every 3rd Tuesday of the month). Requirement(s) Must have participated in or completed the in custody M.O.M.S. curriculum. Cost No Cost
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Probation Departments
The Alameda County Probation Department, as a partner in the criminal justice system, protects and serves our diverse community, offers services to victims, and provides rehabilitative opportunities to offenders in compliance with State law.
Location Address Website Phone Number Hours
Fremont 3155 Kearney St., Suite 100, (510) 795-2550 FAX: Monday through Friday, 8:00 www.acgov.org/probation/locations.htm Fremont, CA 94538 (510) 795-2524 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hayward 24085 Amador St., 4th Floor, (510) 670-5354 FAX: Monday through Friday, 8:00 www.acgov.org/probation/locations.htm Hayward, CA 94544 (510) 670-6444 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Oakland (510) 268-7050 FAX: Monday through Friday, 8:00 400 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94607 (510) 268-7274 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. www.acgov.org/probation/locations.htm 7200 Bancroft Ave., Suite 270, (510) 577-5669 FAX: Monday through Friday, 8:00 Oakland, CA 94605 (510) 577-5685 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pleasanton 5672 Stoneridge Dr., Pleasanton, CA (925) 551-6878 FAX: Monday through Friday, 8:00 www.acgov.org/probation/locations.htm 94588 (925) 551-6798 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (510) 667-7474 FAX: San 2500 Fairmont Dr., San Leandro, CA (510) 667-3683 Monday through Friday, 8:00 www.acgov.org/probation/locations.htm Leandro 94578 (510) 667-4970 FAX: a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (510) 667-3972
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Parole Departments
The Division of Adult Parole Operations (DAPO) is responsible for the following area of California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, which include: Protecting the community by enabling the parole agents to be an active part of the community’s public safety plans; providing a range of resources and services to offer the opportunity for change; and encouraging and assisting parolees in their effort to reintegrate into the community. DAPO produces a number of guidance documents as well as reports that provide information to parolees and the general public.
Location Address Website Phone Number Hours
1950 University BERKELEY PAROLE Avenue, Ste. 100, M-F, 8:00am- UNITS 1 & 2 Berkeley, CA 94704 http://www.cdcr.ca.gov/Parole/Public_Officers_and_Regional_Offices/index.html (510) 883-6664 5:00pm 1957 Parkside Drive, CONCORD PAROLE Ste. 300, Concord, M-F, 8:00am- UNITS 1 & 2 CA 94519 http://www.cdcr.ca.gov/Parole/Public_Officers_and_Regional_Offices/index.html (925) 602-6550 5:00pm 20609 Corsair Blvd., HAYWARD PAROLE 1st Floor, Hayward, M-F, 8:00am- UNIT CA 94545 http://www.cdcr.ca.gov/Parole/Public_Officers_and_Regional_Offices/index.html (510) 785-0233 5:00pm 7717 Edgewater Drive, Ste. 200, OAKLAND PAROLE Oakland, CA 94621- M-F, 8:00am- UNITS 1-3 7717 http://www.cdcr.ca.gov/Parole/Public_Officers_and_Regional_Offices/index.html (510) 577-2407 5:00pm 2555 El Portal Drive, RICHMOND Ste. B, Richmond, CA M-F, 8:00am- PAROLE UNIT 94806 http://www.cdcr.ca.gov/Parole/Public_Officers_and_Regional_Offices/index.html (510) 412-5820 5:00pm SAN LEANDRO 20609 Corsair Blvd., M-F, 8:00am- PAROLE UNIT Hayward, CA 94545 http://www.cdcr.ca.gov/Parole/Public_Officers_and_Regional_Offices/index.html (510) 785-0233 5:00pm
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Public Libraries
A library is a collection of information, sources, resources, and services, and the structure in which it is housed. There are many services that one may utilize at the library. Some of these include: Usage of a computer, Access to computer programs (e.g. MS Word, MS Excel … etc.), Internet access is also available.
Phone Location Address Website Hours Number Albany 1247 Marin Ave., Albany, CA 94706 Sunday: 1 pm - 5 pm Monday: 12 pm - 6 pm (510) 526- Tuesday: 12 pm - 8 pm Wednesday: 12 pm- 8 pm www.aclibrary.org 3720 Thursday: 10 am - 6 pm Friday: Closed Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm Castro 20055 Redwood Rd., Castro Valley, CA 94546 Sunday: 1 pm - 5 pm Monday: 12 pm - 8 pm Valley (510) 670- Tuesday: 12 pm - 8 pm Wednesday: 10 am – 6 pm www.aclibrary.org 6280 Thursday: 10 am - 6 pm Friday: Closed Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm Dublin 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA 94568 Sunday: 1 pm - 5 pm Monday: 10 am - 8 p.m. (925) 828- Tuesday: 10 a.m. - 8 pm Wednesday: 10 am – 8 www.aclibrary.org 1315 pm Thursday: 10 am - 8 pm Friday: 10 am - 6 pm Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm Fremont Main - 2400 Stevenson Blvd, Fremont, CA Sunday: Closed Monday: 1 pm - 9 pm Tuesday: 1 94538 (510) 745- pm - 9 pm Wednesday: 11 am - 9 pm Thursday: 11 www.aclibrary.org 1400 am - 6 pm Friday: 11 am - 6 pm Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm Centerville - 3801 Nicolet Ave., Fremont, CA Sunday: Closed Monday: Closed Tuesday: 1 pm - 8 (510) 795- 94536 www.aclibrary.org pm Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 11 am - 6- pm 2629 Friday: Closed Saturday: Closed Irvington - 41825 Greenpark Dr., Fremont, CA Sunday: Closed Monday: Closed Tuesday: Closed (510) 795- 94538 www.aclibrary.org Wednesday: 10 am - 5 pm Thursday: Closed 2631 Friday: Closed Saturday: Closed Niles - 150 I St, Fremont, CA 94538 Sunday: Closed Monday: Closed Tuesday: 10 am - (510) 795- www.aclibrary.org 5 pm Wednesday: Closed Thursday: Closed Friday: 2626 Closed Saturday: Closed Hayward Main - 777 B Street, Hayward, CA 94541-5007 Sun CLOSED Mon 11:00am-8:00pm Tue 11:00am- (510) 293- www.library.ci.hayward.ca.us 8:00pm Wed 11:00am-8:00pm Thu 10:00am- 8685 5:00pm Fri 10:00am-5:00pm Sat 10:00am-5:00pm
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Weekes - 27300 Patrick Avenue, Hayward, CA Sun CLOSED Mon 11:00am-8:00pm Tue 11:00am- (510) 782- 94544 www.library.ci.hayward.ca.us 8:00pm Wed 11:00am-8:00pm Thu 10:00am- 2155 5:00pm Fri 10:00am-5:00pm Sat 10:00am-5:00pm Livermore 1188 S. Livermore Ave., Livermore, CA 94550 Mon. -Thurs. 10:00 am to 9:00 pm Friday 10:00 am (925) 373- www.livermore.lib.ca.us to 6:00 pm Saturday10:00 am to 5:00 pm Sunday 5509 noon to 6:00 pm Newark 6300 Civic Terrace Ave., Newark, CA 94560 Sunday: 1 pm - 5 pm Monday: Closed Tuesday: 1 (510) 795- pm - 9 pm. Wednesday: 10 am - 6 pm. Thursday: 1 www.aclibrary.org 2627 pm - 9 pm. Friday: 10 am - 6 pm Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm Pleasanton 400 Old Bernal Ave., Pleasanton, CA 94566 Monday 10 am to 9 pm Tuesday 10 am to 9 pm (925) 931- Wednesday 10 am to 9 pm Thursday 10 am to 9 pm www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us 3400 Friday 10 am to 5 pm Saturday 10 am to 5 pm Sunday 1pm to 5 pm San 395 Paseo Grande, San Lorenzo, CA 94580 Sunday: 1 pm - 5 pm Monday: 12 pm - 8 pm Lorenzo (510) 670- Tuesday: 12 pm - 8 pm Wednesday: 10 am - 6 pm www.aclibrary.org 6283 Thursday: 10 am - 6 pm Friday: Closed Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm Union City 34007 Alvarado-Niles Rd, Union City, CA Sunday: 1 pm - 5 pm Monday: 10 am - 6 pm 94587 (510) 745- Tuesday: 1 pm - 8 pm Wednesday: 10 am - 8 pm www.aclibrary.org 1464 Thursday: 1 pm - 8 pm Friday: 2 pm - 6 pm Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
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LEGAL ASSISTANCE
Berkeley ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 133
Fremont ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 136
Oakland ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 137
Union City ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 144
San Francisco ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 145
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“Justice has taken its course and the authority and legitimacy of the legal process must be respected.” ~ Kofi Annan
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East Bay Community Law Center
A core value of our society is equal access to justice. The complex nature of the legal system limits equal access, especially for people in poverty and those faced with language and cultural barriers. Well-trained legal advocates should be available to all people, regardless of economic status.
Address 2921 Adeline Street, Berkeley, CA 94703
Phone Number(s) 510.548.4040
Fax Number(s) 510.548.2566
Website http://www.ebclc.org
Email [email protected]
Hours Monday-Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Desperately-needed legal services to the low-income community in the areas of housing, welfare, HIV & health, homelessness and economic development; and hands-on Service(s) clinical education to law students to make these future lawyers aware of and skilled in addressing the needs of indigent communities.
Requirement(s) Serves individuals living at or below 125% of the federal poverty guidelines. Cost None
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Homeless Action Center (HAC)
Founded in 1990, the Homeless Action Center (HAC) provides free public benefits advocacy to people who are homeless and mentally ill in Alameda County.
Address 3126 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705
Phone Number(s) (510) 540-0878
Fax Number(s) 510) 540-0403
Website http://www.homelessactioncenter.org
Hours Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, closed for lunch from 12-1 PM. The Homeless Action Center provides free legal assistance with a range of public benefits programs, including Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Service(s) Insurance (SSDI), Medi-Cal, CalWorks, General Assistance (GA), Food Stamps, and Cash Assistance Programs for Immigrants (CAPI). We also provide informal advice and referrals for non-benefits related legal issues. All low-income, disabled residents of Alameda County are eligible for HAC's services. HAC represents individuals from a Requirement(s) variety of backgrounds, including Cambodian refugees, previously incarcerated individuals, children in foster care, survivors of domestic violence, and homeless veterans, to name but a few.
Cost FREE
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Housing Right Inc.
Our Mission is to fight for equal access to housing for everyone by eliminating barriers to housing choice such as discrimination, sub-standard housing, ignorance, apathy and malice in order to eradicate illegal housing discrimination, prevent evictions/foreclosures and encourage diversity in our neighborhoods.
Address 1966 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94702
Phone Number(s) 510-548-8776
Website http://www.housingrights.org
Email [email protected]
Hours Monday-Thursday, 8:30-4:30; Friday, 9-2
We do this by assisting individuals in exercising their housing rights to obtain and maintain the home of their choice and by promoting understanding by tenants and landlords, housing Service(s) consumers and housing providers of their rights and responsibilities through housing rights counseling/advocacy, education, outreach, investigation, mediation, self-advocacy, legal referrals and enforcement of fair housing laws.
Requirement(s) None
Cost Vary
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Project Sentinel
The City of Fremont contracts with Project Sentinel to provide information to tenants and landlords on their rights and responsibilities.
Address 39155 Liberty Street, Suite D440, Fremont, CA 94538
Phone Number(s) 510-574-2270
Website www.fremont.gov
Hours Monday-Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Security deposits, repairs, right to entry, evictions, retaliations, and rent increases. Also investigates housing discrimination complaints on the basis of race, color, religion, Service(s) sex, age, marital status, minor children, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation and/or any arbitrary reason.
Requirement(s) Primarily low- and moderate-income households (From 50% AMI to 120% AMI) Cost None
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Alameda County Bar Association
Alameda County residents in need of legal services and nonprofit community based organizations.
Address 70 Washington Street, Suite 200, Oakland, CA 94607
Phone Number(s) 510-302-2222
Fax Number(s) 510-452-2224
Website http://www.acbanet.org
Hours Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm
Offers a Lawyer Referral Service, pro bono legal services, Service(s) Lawyers in the Library, immigration clinics, Divorce Clinic.
Requirement(s) None
$30 includes referral service and includes brief consultation Cost with attorney. $20 for volunteer legal services. The fee is waived if you have been physically injured.
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Alameda County Self Help
Provides information concerning child support, child custody, child visitation, spousal support, establishing paternity and starting dissolution of marriage when children are involved.
Address 1225 Fallon Street, Room 109, Oakland, CA 94612
Phone Number(s) 510-272-1393
Website www.alameda.courts.ca.gov/courts
Hours Monday-Thursday, 2-4:30 (phone only); Monday-Thursday, 9- 11:30 (walk- in); Wednesday Evening Family Law Clinic, 5-7
Provide assistance with forms and education about issues and court procedures provided in workshops. Workshop topics are Starting a Divorce or Starting a Paternity Case, Getting or Service(s) Changing an Order for Child Support, Spousal Support, Health Insurance, Responding to a District Attorney Family Support Case, Asking for Relief in a District Attorney Family Support Case. Requirement(s) Walk in or apply by phone. Individuals must call or attend an intake session to determine eligibility. Cost FREE
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Bay Area Legal Aid
Bay Area Legal Aid provides free legal assistance and public education to low-income Alameda County residents who fall within mandated poverty guidelines.
Address 1735 Telegraph Ave. Oakland, CA 94612
Phone Number(s) 510-250-5270
Fax Number(s) 510-663-4710
Website www.baylegal.org
Email [email protected]
Hours Monday-Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Cases for housing, public benefits and family law accepted. Affiliated with CalWORKs. Other services include outreach to clients through workshops and clinics, legal referral, and public education through informational brochures and Service(s) publications. Translation services available by appointment. Staff is available to provide in-service training for non-profit and governmental agencies on client rights and responsibilities.
Requirement(s) Low-income persons
Cost None
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Family Violence Law Center
Family Violence Law Center serving family violence victims and their children throughout Alameda County, California.
Address P.O. Box 22009, Oakland, CA 94623
Phone Number(s) (510) 208-0220 or Crisis: (510) 208-0255
Fax Number(s) (510) 208-3557
Website http://www.fvlc.org
Email [email protected]
Hours Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Last year, FVLC provided legal, support, and crisis Service(s) intervention services to over 7,000 women and their families in Alameda County.
Requirement(s) None
Cost FREE
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All of Us or None
All of Us or None is a national organizing initiative started by formerly-incarcerated people to fight against discrimination faced after release and to fight for the human rights of prisoners. We are determined to win full restoration of our civil and human rights after release from prison. Our goal is to build political power in the communities most affected by mass incarceration and the growth of the Prison Industrial Complex. The emergence of All of Us or None is a concrete manifestation of the people most affected by an issue building a movement to combat it. Because the membership of All of Us or None is predominantly people of color, our emergence as a leading organization in the white-dominated criminal justice/anti prison movement has a concrete impact on this movement.
Address 1540 Market Street Suite 490, San Francisco, CA 94102 Phone Number(s) (415) 255-7036 ext 308 Fax Number (s) (415) 552-3150 Website www.allofusornone.org Email [email protected] All of Us Or None is a national organizing initiative of prisoners, former prisoners and felons, to combat the many forms of discrimination that we face as the result of felony convictions. After serving time in torturous conditions, we were met at the gate with Service(s) prejudice and discrimination that made our re-entry into society difficult and in some cases impossible. Many of us recognize that our prison sentence never ends as long as the discrimination against us continues.
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Legal Assistance for Seniors (LAS)
Legal Assistance for Seniors provides free legal advice and representation, health insurance counseling, and community education to qualified Alameda County residents.
Address 464 - 7th Street, Oakland, CA 94607
Phone Number(s) (510) 832-3040
Fax Number(s) (510) 839-0393
Website www.lashicap.org
Email [email protected]
Hours Monday-Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Provides legal counseling and representation to senior citizens in the following areas: Medicare, Medi-Cal, elder abuse, planning for long-term care, SSI, Social Security (except disability), some tenant problems, nursing homes, immigration issues, legal options for the incapacitated, Service(s) grandchild custody, and consumer issues. HEALTH INSURANCE COUNSELING AND ADVOCACY PROGRAM (HICAP) provides counseling and advocacy on Medicare and private health insurance. Appointments are available at outreach sites throughout the county, by telephone and in the downtown Oakland office.
Requirement(s) Senior citizens, disabled person on Medicare, age 50+
Cost FREE
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National Employment Law Project (NELP)
NELP is non-profit organization that specializes in the employment rights of people with criminal histories.
Address 405 14th Street, Suite 1400, Oakland, CA 94612 Phone Number(s) 510.663.5707 Fax Number (s) 510.663.2028 Website www.nelp.org
Email [email protected]
If you were denied employment or lost your job within the last 300 days because of your criminal record, you are African American or Latino, and the company has 15 or more employees, you may have an employment discrimination claim under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the agency that enforces Title VII, has acknowledged that African American and Latino workers are arrested and/or convicted at a disproportionately higher rate and as a result Service(s) recognizes that some employer hiring policies may form the basis of a race discrimination claim. Employers must justify employment decisions based on arrests or convictions. Your conviction must be “job-related,” which is determined by taking into account the nature and gravity of the offense or offenses, and the nature of the job held or sought. The conviction must also be relevant given the time that has passed since conviction and/or completion of sentence. In addition, employer policies rejecting all applicants with criminal records violate Title VII.
NELP can evaluate your case and possibly help you file a charge. In order to preserve your rights you Requirement(s) should file a charge as soon as possible and must file within 300 days of the discriminatory act.
Cost FREE
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Centro de Servicios
The mission of Centro De Servicios is to help needy Tri-Cities residents secure the services necessary to live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
Address 525 H Street, Union City, CA 94587
Phone Number(s) (510) 489-4100
Fax Number(s) (510) 489-4543
Website http://www.ci.union-city.ca.us/community/centro.htm
Email [email protected]
Hours Monday thru Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm
Assistance in obtaining social services, paralegal assistance, advocacy, immigration assistance, food and shelter Service(s) information, translation services, counseling, notary services, senior support group, on-site trauma unit and information and referral services.
Requirement(s) None
Cost FREE
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Legal Prisoners with Children (LSPC)
Founded in 1978, Legal Services for Prisoners with Children (LSPC) has provided significant leadership in challenging the expansion of the prison industrial complex and the concomitant damage that this expansion has wrought on low income communities and communities of color generally, and on women and their children specifically. Prior to that time, very few advocacy organizations worked with women prisoners or incarcerated mothers and their children. In fact, few organizations nationwide dealt with issues affecting prisoners’ families.
Address 1540 Market St., Suite 490, San Francisco, CA 94102 Phone Number(s) (415) 255-7036 Fax Number (s) (415) 552-3150 Website www.prisonerswithchildren.org Email [email protected] LSPC advocates for the human rights and empowerment of incarcerated parents, children, family members and people at risk for incarceration. We respond to requests for information, trainings, Service(s) technical assistance, litigation, community activism and the development of more advocates. Our focus is on women prisoners and their families, and we emphasize that issues of race are central to any discussion of incarceration.
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Words of Encouragement
“Every angel has a past and every sinner has a future.” – Oscar Wilde
“Dream what you want to dream, be what you want to be, because you have only one life and one chance to make a difference.” – Unknown
“Forgiveness is God's command.” - Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.
“Justice is a temporary thing that must at last come to an end; but the conscience is eternal and will never die.” – Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.
“Freedom is not worth having if it does not include the freedom to make mistakes.” – Mahatma Gandhi
“You must be the change you want to see in the world.” - Mahatma Gandhi
“For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.” - Nelson Mandela
“You can't separate peace from freedom because no one can be at peace unless he has his freedom.” - Malcolm X
“Next in importance to freedom and justice is popular education, without which neither freedom nor justice can be permanently maintained.” - James A. Garfield
“The only real prison is fear, and the only real freedom is freedom from fear.” - Aung San Suu Kyi
“ You don't know what power you have until you make choices in a hard time.” - Lord Dragnys
“Reformation, like education, is a journey, not a destination.” - Mary B. Harris
Mayor Ron Dellums, City of Oakland Mayors Re-Entry Taskforce, City of Oakland Mayors Community Policing Taskforce, City of Oakland Isaac Taggart, City of Oakland - Mayor's Office Christopher Tiffenson, City of Oakland – Mayor’s Office Charles Turner, Oakland Private Industry Council Pooja Bhakta, Oakland Private Industry Council Jo Ann Yoshioka, Port Of Oakland Lynette Hasan-Marshall, Tri-Valley ROP Jennifer Kennedy, Alameda Child Support Services Kenyatta Arnold, Urban Strategies Hamdiya Cooks, All Of Us Or None Gay Plair Cobb, Oakland Private Industry Council
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Alameda County Department of Child Support Services Alameda County Sheriff’s Office All of Us or None America Works California Coalition for Women Prisioners City of Oakland East Bay Community Law Center Employment Development Department Legal Services for Prisoners with Children Ron Dellums, Mayor of Oakland Oakland Private Industry Council, Inc. Port of Oakland, Social Responsibility Division Tri- Valley ROP, Santa Rita Jail Urban Strategies Council
The Resource Directory For the Formerly Incarcerated is made possible by: Ron Dellums-Mayor of Oakland, Community Re-Entry Service Providers Network (CRSPN), Oakland Private Industry Council, Port of Oakland, and Tri-Valley Regional Occupation Programs.
City of Oakland – Mayors Prison Re-Entry Initiative 510.238.6905 www.oaklandnet.com
R on Dellums - Mayor of Oakland
Community Re-Entry Service Provider’s Network 510.768.4485 www.CRSPN.org Community Re-Entry Service Provider’s Network (CRSPN)
Alameda County Department of Child Support Services 1-866-901-3212 www.acgov.org/css
Oakland Private Industry Council, Inc. 510.768.4400 www.oaklandpic.org
Port of Oakland 510.627.1183 www.portofoakland.com
Tri-Valley Regional Occupation Programs 925.455.4800 www.tvrop.org
Researched and created by: Pooja B. Bhakta & Christopher Tiffenson Directed by: Isaac Taggart, Charles Turner & Jo Ann Yoshioka