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Elk Grove - Sacramento - Rancho Cordova
Elk Grove - Sacramento - Rancho Cordova
While we will do our best to frequently update this information, access to community resources and services is constantly changing, so please be sure to check individual websites for current updates.
Food Banks & Food Pantries
Food Banks & Food Pantries
Free Food Distribution - Calvine High School - 8333 Vintage Park Dr., Sacramento CA 95828 - 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month from 3:45 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Elk Grove Food Bank - 9888 Kent Street, Elk Grove, CA 95624 - Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., EXCEPT 4th Wednesdays open 12 p.m. - 3 p.m., and Saturdays open 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Now open every Friday from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. for Senior and Disabled Clients only.
Sacramento Food Bank and Family Services - Family Services Campus - 3333 3rd Ave, Sacramento, CA 95817 | Food Bank Services Campus - 1951 Bell Avenue - M-TH 8:30 a.m.- 4 p.m., F 8:30 a.m.-3:30 pm
River City Food Bank - 1800 28th Street, Sacramento, CA 95816 - Tuesday - Thursday 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Cordova Community Food Locker -10497 Coloma Road, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 - M, W, F 9:30 a.m. until 1:20 p.m. Closed Holidays & Good Friday
Healthy Habits
Healthy Habits
Visit our EGUSD Food & Nutrition Services Parent Resource web page to access nutrition information, online learning resources and healthy eating tips and guidelines for families.
Child Care and preschool Services
Child Care and preschool Services
Child Care - Most elementary schools in EGUSD contract with outside agencies in order to offer extended-day student care.
Preschool - EGUSD is committed to providing opportunities for pre-kindergarten early childhood education by offering several programs that help 3 and 4 year old children get ready for kindergarten.
Local Libraries
Local Libraries
Digital services are available - Remote Access to Research and Ebooks - Access over 50 online resources including books, magazines, newspapers and research.
English Language Learning Groups - Improve your English speaking, reading and writing skills. Take advantage of free language learning groups led by volunteers and online resources.
Library Card Registration - Apply for a library card online and start using our online databases right away.
Online Homework Help for Kids - The Sacramento Public Library is now offering weekly, virtual homework help sessions for students in grades K-8! See below flyers for more information. English | Spanish | Dari | Russian
Counseling Services
Counseling Services
Sacramento County Behavioral Health Services (BHS) - BHS SAC provides mental health and substance use services, including outpatient care, crisis intervention, and 24/7 helplines.
Care Solace - Care Solace provides the network necessary to help faculty, students and families determine when support is needed, and assists in coordinating community-based mental healthcare options.
Mental Health Urgent Care Clinic (MHUCC) - Operated by Turning Point Community Programs - (916) 520-2460
2130 Stockton Boulevard, Building 300,
Sacramento, CA 95817
Hours: Monday-Friday, 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM (last walk-in at 9:00 PM)
Weekends & Holidays, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (last walk-in at 5:00 PM)
A walk-in clinic for individuals with an urgent mental health need. The clinic welcomes anyone experiencing mental health distress regardless of age and ability to pay.
Soluna - California's mental health app for 13 - 25 year olds.
Interpretation Services
Interpretation Services
Primarily provides culturally competent interpretation services to clients and providers of the Division of Behavioral Health Services (Mental Health Services and Alcohol & Drug Treatment Services) of Sacramento County.
Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation
CSD maintains more than 90 parks throughout the Elk Grove community. CSD is resuming some activities including recreation swim, with limited capacity, and the virtual recreation center offering fun and educational resources for families.
Crisis Lines
Crisis Lines
24 Hour Parent Support Line (WellSpace Health) - 1 (888) 281-3000
24 Hour Suicide Prevention Lifeline (WellSpace Health) - Confidential support via talk/text/chat 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you are in suicide or mental health crisis, call or text 9-8-8.
Sacramento Crisis Nursery (Children ages 0-5) - (916) 679-3600 - Crisis Nursery Program provides free emergency childcare for children age 0-5.
California Parent & Youth Helpline - (855) 427-2736 - Call, text or chat for free - 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. every day - https://caparentyouthhelpline.org/
Child Abuse Resources and Domestic Violence Services
Child Abuse Resources and Domestic Violence Services
(Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault/Human Trafficking)
24 Hour Multi-lingual Helpline: (916) 478-3271
Helpline and services for women including crisis support, a safe haven shelter program, support groups, job training and other supportive services in a culturally appropriate and responsive setting. Committed to serving Asian/Pacific Islander and underserved women.
(Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault/Human Trafficking & LGBTQ)
24 Hour Support Line: (916) 920-2952
Support line, safe shelter and transitional housing programs are operational. WEAVE services are for all relationships, all genders and all ages.
1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
Advocates are available 24/7/365 to talk confidentially with anyone experiencing domestic violence, seeking resources or information, or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationship. This free service is available in more than 200 languages.
The Sacramento Regional Family Justice Center offers a safe, healing environment for victims of domestic violence, child and elder abuse, sexual assault, and human trafficking.
HOMELESS AND HOUSING INSECURITY SERVICES
HOMELESS AND HOUSING INSECURITY SERVICES
Wind Youth Services - Emergency Shelter and Drop-in Center (ages 12-24)
24 hour Youth Shelter Line: (916) 628-1492 | Drop-in Center Line: (916) 504-3313
Wind Youth offers access to shelters for youth 12-24. There are three separate shelters - Adolescent Shelter (ADO) for youth 12-17, Common Ground Shelter (CoC) for ages 18-24, and the Transition Age Youth (TAY) shelter for youth 18-24 after successful completion of the common ground shelter. The drop-in center offers warm meals, laundry, peer support, counseling, education and employment services.
Food, cash aid and health care supports for families including Calfresh, CalWORKS, General assistance, refugee cash assistance and more.
HART stands for Homeless Assistance Resource Teams and there are nine area teams in Sacramento County, including Elk Grove, South Sacramento and Folsom Cordova. These are volunteer, non-profit organizations that are assisting adults and families achieve sustainable housing. Each program serves a specific community and offers different programs and services. All HART programs are linked with Sacramento Self-Help Housing (SSHS) Navigators who assist with tenant/landlord or property management problems including the eviction process. Customers can contact the HART program in their area through the website to learn about programs and services.
Offers direct services, housing, employment, healthcare, and education to its clients, enabling them to become self-sufficient.
support for Newcomer and immigrant families
support for Newcomer and immigrant families
The State of California welcomes Afghan newcomers as they resettle and integrate into Californian communities. These resources are intended to help Afghan families build bridges to their new homes and communities across the state.
This website provides resources and information for undocumented young people to pursue educational and career goals.
Providing a warm welcome to newly-arrived refugee children by providing basic necessities and programs. To make a request for assistance, complete this form: https://www.startingpointworld.com/receive
(916) 486-8626
Monday - Friday, 9am – 5pm
Dedicated Islamic organization offering social services with a focus on mental health.
Videos address coping with ongoing stress and examples of self-care strategies:
Check the Pashto Version here https://youtu.be/aYfmIOGzh_s
Check the Dari Version here https://youtu.be/mTCWfdzCDsU
Video addressing how to cope with grief:
Check the Pashto Version here https://youtu.be/VzYIWQSl9Jo
Available: 6pm - 10pm Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Texting available for youth:
6pm - 10pm
Wednesday and Friday
855-95-AMALA
Amala Hopeline is a FREE warm-line (help-line) that provides easily accessible, confidential, culturally competent peer counseling and resource referrals for American Muslim Youth.
Offers a comprehensive approach to meet immediate basic needs, workforce, education, housing and health needs to affected communities.
Legal Aid Work
Free legal services for workers in California and advocacy for employment laws and systems that empower low-paid workers and marginalized communities.
Legal Aid Work Website (English) / Legal Aid Work Website (Spanish) / Legal Aid Work Website (Chinese)
If you’re an immigrant living in California, here’s what you need to know to protect yourself, your family, and your community from coronavirus.
Services and public benefits are available to you, some regardless of immigration status.
Email: info@sacfuelnetwork.org
Tel: (916) 329-8669
The FUEL Network offers free legal consultations, legal representation, and mental health services to individuals and families living in Sacramento City. Sacramento residents can call (916) 329-8669 to be connected with these services. Additionally, the following FUEL partners may offer resources and assistance, including refugee resettlement services, to those who are attempting to leave Afghanistan or have recently arrived in the United States.
2121 Broadway, Sacramento, CA 95818-8331
We're community members organizing for a better world, and we invite you to join us. We're building infrastructure against oppression and empowering our communities through shared resources and support.
(916) 978-3410
The Immigration Legal Services (ILS) program at World Relief Sacramento exists to partner with local churches and the wider community to provide low-cost, high-quality legal services to immigrants throughout the Sacramento area. World Relief Sacramento is recognized by the U.S. Department of Justice and its attorney and caseworkers can represent clients before the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service.
Our services are available by appointment only. Schedule a consultation today by booking online or by calling (916) 978-3410. Fees for services vary based on service type, client income and whether a service can be provided under a California state grant.
Immigration Legal Services Client Resources: https://worldrelief.org/sacramento/for-clients/immigration-legal-services/
To Schedule Appointment Click Here: https://wrsils.as.me/schedule.php
DACA
DACA Resources
Free Remote DACA Renewal Assistance for Californians - World Relief:
https://worldreliefsacramento.org/daca
DACA Know Your Rights-CHIRLA:
https://nevhc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/CHIRLA_COVID_19-DACA_English.pdf
Step-by-Step application assistance to apply for unemployment benefits: English or Spanish
DACA Legal Services:
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/13/immigration/DLS_Providers.pdf
DACA updates:
https://www.informedimmigrant.com/guides/daca-renewals-2022/
Sign up for DACA updates:
info@lafcc.org
3301 37th Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95824
Hours of operation:
Monday – Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
General Info.
(916) 210-8773
TDD (800) 735-2929 or 711
Emergency After Hours:
(916) 227-2600
Our mission is to improve the quality of life for at-risk youth and families of diverse backgrounds by offering multicultural counseling, support and outreach services and programs to help families to overcome adversity, to become empowered, and to succeed in their lives.
Free Clinic Directory
Employment resources for immigrant families
Relief funds for undocumented workers in CA (updated weekly)
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IsPLuHoYK6ec7Gzxaw0i7On-NT1Z9IEj/preview
COVID-19: Unemployment Insurance Claims
https://www.edd.ca.gov/about_edd/coronavirus-2019/unemployment-claims-espanol.htm
Center for Workers Rights
Line to direct aid about questions related to workers rights
Línea directa de ayuda sobre preguntas relacionadas a sus derechos de trabajo 1 (916) 905-1625
Visite esta página para más información sobre sus derechos en el trabajo durante el COVID-19
Housing Aid
Housing Resources
Understanding California’s COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act of 2020 - English | Spanish
SACRAMENTO 2-1-1
SACRAMENTO 2-1-1
Resource Information Line: 211 or (916) 498-1000
Resource information for all areas of need throughout Sacramento County. Volunteers answer the resource line and provide community resource information. Putting you in touch with the services you need.
Basic human needs such as food, clothing, housing, utility assistance.
Mental health and health resources like counseling, support groups, drug and alcohol treatment, and health insurance and health programs.
Employment support - job training, employment services, and transportation assistance.
Older adults and persons with disabilities including referrals for transportation and home maker services, adult day care, community meals, respite and home health care.
Children youth and family support such as child care and after school programs, family resource centers, recreation programs, mentoring and tutoring, and protective services.
Technology/Digital Citizenship Resources for Families
Technology/Digital Citizenship Resources for Families
This website includes articles, online guides, parent tips and videos to help navigate social media, online gaming, parental controls, family contracts, and more. We draw from a variety of vetted organizations, such as Common Sense Media, that continually update resources in response to timely issues and concerns.
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