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Provides legal representation for indigent persons accused of crimes in Contra Costa County. Offers assistance with clearing prior criminal records through the Clean Slate Program.

Provides fire suppression, emergency medical services, fire/arson investigation, public education on fire and life safety, and weed abatement to Pinole residents.

provides affordable homeownership opportunities to qualifying households, earning up to 80% of the Area Median Income. To qualify, applicants must show a need for housing, be willing to partner with Habitat by contributing sweat equity in the construction of the home, and demonstrate the ability to pay.

Oversees lawful immigration to the United State. Website has the necessary forms for all aspects of the immigration process and has extensive information on immigration and citizenship. Questions can be answered by calling the Customer Service number. An appointment is necessary to enter the field office in San Francisco; appointments can be made online. The field office handles scheduled interviews on non-asylum related applications.

Provides services for adults, ages 18 to 65, with a wide range of physical, intellectual, or other developmental disabilities including a self-employment training program, an adult development center, a technology center with assistive technology, and other programs to assist participants in reaching their highest potential, respecting their choices as adults, protecting their rights and interests, teaching advocacy and self-help skills, offering moral support to consumers and their families and raising community awareness and enlisting support.

Administers a variety of child care programs from part-day to full-day preschool, after schools programs, and operates a mental health program.

Offers a Career and Technical Education (CTE) Program which provides multiple stand alone classes and programs that may lead to employment opportunities. Programs are 3-12 months long and include: Administrative Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Dental Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), EMS Corps and Medical Assistant. Student services include financial assistance, resume writing, interviewing skills, job search workshops, assessment, and information on job trends. CTE offers stand-alone classes, including Keyboarding and Computer Basics, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, CPR, First Aid, Food Safety Certificate Training, and more.

Provides a food pantry to eligible households every 30 days.

Provides a residential and non-residential job training program for men and women ages 18 to 25. Jobs include a variety of outdoor work, including landscaping, trail building, tree planting, brush clearance, minor construction work, wildlife habitat improvement, flood prevention and more. Responds to natural disasters and other emergencies. Individual can obtain GED while serving in the corps and receives a minimum wage while in training. Expedited enrollment to homeless individuals who meet the eligibility criteria. Residential stay is up to one year and enrollees may be eligible for $2500 scholarship towards further education.

Provides a variety of medical services including family medicine, women's health, pediatrics, chronic disease management, immunizations, health education, HIV testing, optometry services and dental care. Optometry services also available, hours have been expanded; please call for hours and appointments.

Provides services for ham radio operators in Contra Costa County including licensing exams. During a disaster or emergency crisis, Amateur Radio operators set up and operate organized communication networks locally for governmental and emergency officials, as well as non-commercial communication for private citizens affected by the disaster. Amateur Radio operators are most likely to be active after disasters that damage regular lines of communications due to power outages and destruction of telephone, cellular and other infrastructure-dependent systems.

Provides on-site urgent treatment for acute and chronic medical conditions such as diabetes, asthma, hypertension, cough, cold, and/or sore throat, minor laceration repair, wound care, sprains and muscle strains, urinary tract infections, allergies and sinusitis, ear infections, headache, stomach ache, rashes, poison oak and minor skin infections as well as burns. Offers flu immunization (Nov-Apr). Offers health education for diabetes, hypertension and nutrition. Does not offer women's health services.

Provides a variety of animal services which include licensing, microchipping, a low-cost spay/neuter and vaccination program, adoption, and provides dead animal pick-up and disposal, public information and education for schools and community groups. After hours contact is the Antioch Police.

Provides services to the public by utilizing the highway transportation system and assists local government during emergencies when requested.

Processes claims for all Social Security programs including Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and issues original and duplicate Social Security cards. Applications for all benefits may be made by phone or over the internet. It is recommended that individuals wishing to apply call first for information regarding qualifications and required documentation. Extensive information online.

Provides a wide variety of health care services for women that include free pap smears, breast exams, birth control and STD/HIV testing to all women who qualify.

Provides empowerment to black fathers by providing 12 sessions of evidence based curriculum in a group or one-on-one setting. Sessions focus on fatherhood skills, parenting/relationship skills, self-awareness, and self care.

Answers and responds to reports of suspected safety defects in vehicles, vehicle equipment, and child safety seats. Provides information about air bags, highway safety, and the proper use of child safety seats.

Provides treatment to families who are reunifying after separation resulting from domestic violence, divorce and or child abuse. Offers family therapy which assists blended families and divorced parents who are attempting to parent cooperatively. Also assists children who are struggling with school and social issues through family therapy.

Provides rent, deposit, or mortgage payment assistance including furniture assistance. Provide mortgage or rent assistance if there has been an unexpected rise in utilities and emergency car repairs. New furniture needs with valid proof of need. Offers deposit assistance to young adults with child/children who are leaving home, neighborhood safety and room rental. Restrictions apply, clients must call SOS to inquire about eligibility.

Supports child care programs by facilitating and increasing access to care. Family recertifications and eligibility will continue. Provides free services related to child care to parents/guardians and child care professionals in Central Contra Costa County. Services include assistance with finding and selecting child care and family resources, guidance and support applying for subsidized child care, technical assistance to child care professionals, child care needs assessment upon request, and parent education opportunities.

Provides a food pantry.

Offers bereavement program open to the public for individual and group support to those who have experienced a loss. Provides education, training, and emergency response to businesses and schools. Special programs are available to meet other needs i.e. Daughters Grieving their Mothers, Writing Through Loss, Handling the Holidays and Evening of Remembrance.

Offers one-stop center for people affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, elder abuse, child abuse and human trafficking. Center helps people in crisis to find hope, safety, and healing by being a one-stop center where many service providers are readily available including connections to telehealth appointments, mental health counseling and more.

Provides a mentoring program for men and women exiting the jail system. Refers individuals to alternative treatment for those with substance abuse issues. Mentors provide housing and employment referrals, self-sufficiency skills training and linkage to various community services.