community Resources
PUSD
Every Scholar, Every Day. They Deserve Nothing Less Than Our Best
Below you will find several community resources. Please check back for regular updates.
click here to access the pusd resource guide
Crisis counseling and resources from Calhope
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low cost internet and computer offers for eligible contra costa residents
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upcoming pusd & Community workshops
click here for more pusd parent workshops.
community resources
Healthcare Resources
If you need health insurance:
Covered California: Free service that connects people with health insurance Medi-Cal: health insurance program that offers free or low cost health insurance coverage for children and adults with limited income and resources. Application is the same for both:
https://www.coveredca.com/individuals-and-families/getting-covered/special-enrollment/
Undocumented community members may qualify for Emergency Medi-Cal, see links for more information:
https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal/eligibility/Pages/Medi-CalFAQs2014b.aspx
https://www.coveredca.com/individuals-and-families/getting-covered/immigrants/
If you don't have or don't qualify for health insurance:
Free Clinic Directory has nationwide resources for uninsured people to connect with clinics
RotaCare Concord Free Medical Clinic: Urgent Care Clinic (Not a Corona Virus Testing Site)
Call appointment line at 925-429-6409 and leave the following information in a message:
Name, Date of Birth, Phone Number, Brief description of reason you are calling
A staff will return your call within 48 hours, currently most calls being returned the same day.
Social Emotional & Mental Health Resources
Pittsburg Unified School District
Mental Health and Behavior Support Services
Coping and Social Emotional Resources (includes downloadable and printable files).
contra costa crisis center
Contra Costa Crisis Center provides 24/7 counseling, support, help, and hope by phone or text to people who are in emotional crisis, or feeling depressed, distressed, anxious, or have thoughts of suicide, 24-hour language translation services available. Call 211, 800-833-2900 or Text HOPE to 20121
lincoln
Lincoln's HOPE program is a school based mental health program providing services to students in K-12. Lincoln provides integrated behavioral support for students, families and schools to develop tools and learning environments for academic success across all levels from teacher consultation, student counseling and whole school support. For students referred for more comprehensive support, Lincoln provides an array of services including: in-class/playground support (elementary level), individual, group and family therapy, teacher consultation, crisis intervention and community outings. Click here for more information.
West contra costa county youth services bureau (YSB)
Wraparound is a philosophy of care that includes a definable planning process involving the child and family that results in a unique set of community services such as Mentor support, Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS), individual therapy, school counseling, to name a few. Additionally the program involves natural supports like family members or a supportive friend of the family individualized for that child and family to achieve a positive set of outcomes. For more information click here.
Dealing with coronavirus anxiety: expert tips
Psychology.org. Click here.
Mindful Life Project
What is Mindfulness (English and Spanish): Click Here
Mindfulness practices for adults in English and Spanish (Videos updated regularly):
English Click Here
Spanish Click Here
ANTI-API (Asian pacific islander) violence Resources
Facing History: Combating the API Experiences and Anti-API Violence
Learning for Justice- After Atlanta:Teaching About Asian American Identity and History
The Wellness Society
CASEL CARES Initiative
SEL Resource During COVID - 19
Sanford Programs
The Harmony at Home Toolkit supports educators, families, and caregivers with social emotional learning resources for boys and girls of all ages.
Mind Heart
Printable Children’s Interactive Book to reassure children during COVID - 19
Talking to your child about COVID 19
community safety resources
catholic charities east bay
Services include: immigration/legal, free consults, representation for unaccompanied minors and removal proceedings. Click here for more information or call 510-768-3100.
Domestic Violence
STAND! For Families Free of Violence 24-hour toll free crisis line site: 1-888-215-5555 (Contra Costa County)
National Domestic Violence Hotline site (24/7): 1-800-799-7233
Sexual Assault and Human Trafficking
Community Violence Solutions 24-hour toll free crisis line site: 1-800-670-7273 (Contra Costa County)
RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline (24/7) site: 1-800-656-4673
LGBTQIA
Trans LifeLine, staffed exclusively by trans operators site: 1-877-565-8860
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex & 2-Spirit information and resources for the Eastbay (Contra Costa and Alameda Counties) and the San Francisco Bay Area click here.
Rainbow Community Center of Contra Costa County (925) 692-0090. Website here.
Pacific Center for Human Growth Information and Resource List for Providers click here.
Domestic & Family Violence, Sexual Assault and Human Trafficking
Family Justice Center
Program that brings together the community to support the healing of family violence survivors. A navigator is available to help connect people with resources in the community. Multilingual: English, Spanish, Cantonese, Lao, Thai, Korean. Richmond, Concord and Antioch locations are open Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm
Concord: 925-521-6366
Richmond: 510-974-7200
Antioch: 925-281-0970
Legal Assistance
Bay Area Legal Aid Advice Line site: 1-800-551-5554
Provides legal help to ensure Bay Area residents live in safe homes, free from violence.
technology Resources
affordable laptops
Newegg refurbished laptops between $100-$200. Click here for more information.
low-cost internet service and computers
Everyoneon
In response to the coronavirus pandemic and its impact on society, multiple Internet Service Providers (ISPs) have made updates to their low-cost internet service programs to ensure individuals and families stay connected to the internet during this challenging time. Everyoneon has updated their low-cost internet service options tool to reflect these changes. Click here to learn more.
Internet
Everyone can now access 1.5 million out-of-home Xfinity WiFi hotspots for free: These hotspots are normally located in business areas, retail locations and transit areas. To find your nearest hotspot, enter your zip code in the link. Once you are at the location, follow the instructions at xfinity.com/wifi to join the hotspot. These 1.5 million hotspots are now free for all who need them through this challenging time. Find tips on how to access Xfinity hotspots here.
AT&T (Access Internet)
Access from AT&T is a program to provide low-cost wireline home Internet service to qualifying households with at least 1 resident who participates in the U.S. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) with an address in AT&T's 21-state service area at which AT&T offers wireline home Internet service.
California households with at least one resident who receives Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits are also eligible for this offer under the same Access requirements that apply to SNAP participants.
AT&T has temporarily expanded eligibility to include National School Lunch Program (NSLP), Head Start or income based. Click here for more information.
Comcast - Internet Essential English / Spanish
As our country continues to manage the COVID-19 emergency, Comcast is taking immediate steps to make it easier to connect low-income families to home Internet.
california department of education
Additional list of providers offering access to affordable internet offers. Click here for information.
relief funds for undocumented workers in california
resources for staff and partners
teaching resources
TIME for Kids teaching materials. Click here.
Educational Resources with printable worksheets by grade level and subject area for Pre-K to 12th Grade (Amazing Educational Resources). Click here.
Printable Worksheets, Activities, Songs, & Videos for Pre-School to 5th Grade (Have Fun Teaching). Click here.
Distance Learning Articles (Teachers Pay Teachers blog)
Webinars
Kaiser Permanente Thriving Schools Webinars
Click here
Parent/family Resources
Substance abuse and mental health services administration (SAMHSA)
Check out these resources to help you start - and keep up - the conversation about the dangers of drinking alcohol and using other drugs are a young age. Click here.
Offers one time financial assistance to county residents who are laid off or had hours reduced, not able to work due to COVID 19 school/childcare closures, unable to telework due to lack of equipment or technology, and/or unable to work because you or your family member were high risk for contracting COVID 19.
Financial Assistance is for: Housing and utilities, childcare, equipment to telework, or other assistance. Call 510-323-1104 for more information.
shelter assistance program
Shelter Inc. Rental Assistance Application found here.
PUSD Online parent workshops (October 2021)
FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS/FAMILIES:
Need help writing your college application essays? with Dr. Roxanne Ocampo, National College Admissions Expert & Published Author, Tuesday, Oct. 5th, 5pm
PUSD High School Students Who Attend will receive Dr. Ocampo's "Nailed It! 2 " book !
Dr. Roxanne Ocampo is a national college admissions expert & author of five award-winning books. Since 2010, she has coached more than 10,000 students. Her students consistently earn admission to the most prestigious universities. Join our family webinar to learn strategies you can use in your college admission essays! Register online at: https://forms.gle/jpwQ3dEwsHWgjdiX6
FOR ALL PUSD PARENTS/FAMILIES:
Planning for College Expenses--It is never too early to start planning! September 30th at 6pm AND October 7th at 6pm
Join our parent/family webinar to learn more about planning for college expenses. Mr. Gary Veran, a financial services professional, will discuss various financial strategies to pay for college expenses. It is never too early to start planning! Register online at: https://forms.gle/CWXKKBfTwfDyujY59
FOR ALL PUSD PARENTS/FAMILIES:
Preparing Our Kids for College with Dr. Roxanne Ocampo, National College Admissions Expert & published author, Thursday, October 14th, at 5pm
PUSD parents who attend will receive Dr. Ocampo's book !
Join our parent/family webinar on Thursday, October 14th, at 5pm with Dr. Roxanne Ocampo. Dr. Ocampo is a national college admissions expert & author of five award-winning books. Since 2010, she has coached more than 10,000 students. Her students consistently earn admission to the most prestigious universities. How we support our scholars through elementary school, junior high, and high school matters! Come and learn what strategies you can implement today! Register online at: https://forms.gle/127BH6Vqf4149MdM7
renaissance entrepreneurship center
Looking forward to our next 30 years of impacting Bay Area communities, Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center is poised to help thousands of individuals achieve personal, financial, and social transformation through the power of small business. For more information on business classes please click here.
stand together contra costa
List of resources found here.
First 5 contra costa and aspiranet hope forward
Welcome Home Baby is a program that offers support services to expectant mothers and families of children ages 0-2. Click here for more information.
Career training
Opportunity Junction - Opportunity Junction’s Administrative Careers Training program was designed to help individuals gain the computer, professional, and life skills to excel in the administrative career field. Click here for more information.
Los Medanos College & JVS - Program to prepare for careers in the trades such as Electrician and Mechanic. Click here for more information and apply at the JVS website here.
Unemployment
Opportunity Junction - For help with unemployment insurance, call Kaylan Billeci at 925-331-0761 or email her at kaylan@opportunityjunction.org
city of pittsburg
Virtual Recreation Center with options on how to stay connected, healthy, and active during the shelter-in-place. Click here.
Contra costa county library
Connect to FREE Online Tutors. Trained tutors are available for academic assistance every day from 1:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Includes resume writing support help for adult learners. Spanish speaking tutors are also available. (Use your eCard or Library card number to log in). Click here for more information.
parents helping parents
Parents Helping Parents supports, educates, and inspires families and the community to build bright futures for youth and adults with special needs. Click here for more information.
Food Resources
Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano
Community Produce, Food Assistance, Food for Children, and Senior Food Program information here.
Contra Costa County COVID - 19 Food Distribution Map
This map will assist you in locating free and low cost food distribution centers in Contra Costa County (food banks, school meals, senior center food distribution sites):
california disaster relief assistance for immigrants (DRAI)
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, California is providing one-time state-funded disaster relief assistance to undocumented adults who are ineligible for other forms of assistance, including assistance under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and pandemic unemployment benefits, because of their immigration status. This state funding is expected to reach about 150,000 undocumented adults.
The California Department of Social Services has selected twelve immigrant-serving nonprofit organizations to help individuals apply for and receive this disaster relief assistance in their region. An undocumented adult who qualifies can receive $500 in direct assistance, with a maximum of $1000 in assistance per household.
The phones for the 12 nonprofits throughout California can be found in the link below:
emergency relief fund
Emergency Relief Fund
The Contra Costa County Employment & Human Services (EHSD) Volunteer & Emergency Services provides emergency relief for families and individuals adversely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
For more information or to apply for Season of Sharing, please contact the SOS hotline at (925) 521-5065.
For questions, contact Cindy Smith, VES Program Coordinator, at (925) 521-5062 or csmith@ehsd. cccounty.us; or Alvaro Florez, SOS Coordinator at (925) 521-5063 or aflorez@ehsd.cccounty.us. Visit Contra Costa County EHSD, VES for more details.
mindful life project - mindfulness videos
additional bay area resources
211 Contra Costa is available by dialing 211 or texting HOPE to 20121, 24/7 for information about local health and social services. The online resource database, which is available in multiple languages and regularly updated, can be found here
One Degree Resource Database (housing, unemployment, mental health, training, mentoring, food insecurities, etc.). Click here.