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Provides case assistance for aged, blind, or diabled legal immigrants who do not qualify for Supplemental Security Income(SSI) due to their immigration status. Recipients are eligible for In Home Supportive Services (IHSS) if there is a need for in-home care. Visit website for more information: https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/2800/refugee-and-immgrant-programs

Provides Problem Gambling Helpline, outpatient counseling, inpatient treatment, support group information, education materials, legal and financial resources. Extensive internet resources are available on their website. They also have literature distribution, speakers bureau, clinical training and employee awareness training.

Provides prevention programs in East County and outpatient substance abuse programs for adolescents grades 9-12 and adults. The prevention programs include REACH skills and similar topics for teens grades 6-12 and parent-child (ages 11-18) groups in English and Spanish. Offers free drug testing services for adults and adolescents.

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.

Supports families of individuals with mental illnesses, educates families and the public about mental illness, advocates for improved treatment and treatment facilities, fight stigma and discrimination, supports legislation that helps those with neurobiological brain disorders, improves private and public sector policies, increases outreach to people with mental illnesses and their families. Refers clients to local support groups provided through other organizations or local churches.

Recruits and trains resource family applicants; conducts family evaluations;, approves resource family homes for children ages birth to 18. The resource family approval process includes approximately 20 hours of pre-approval training. Ongoing training and support to resource families and children in placement. Provides adoption services for children birth-18 and special needs children.

Provides a variety of programs for families with young children, age 0-5 years. Information on HMG playgroups and various activities available on Facebook page. Offers virtual and in-person parenting classes and workshops, and activities for families such as art, music and more. Clients can meet with a community resource specialist and socialize with other parents. Center offers Kinder Readiness classes, ages and stages developmental questionnaire and HMG playgroup.

Provides a broad range of outpatient, psychotherapy services to adults, facing moderate to severe psychiatric disabilities. Issues include, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, depression, bipolar, anxiety, relationship conflict, prescription management, and family communication. Services are offered in weekly individual or group therapy sessions.

Provides emergency treatment, general and pediatric dentistry, children's dental exams, fluoride and sealant treatment, and cleaning and polishing for low-income, uninsured individuals.

Provides daily service to BART, work, school, the doctor, the library, parks, movie theaters, shopping centers, grocery stores, recreation activities, as well as door-to-door service for seniors and individuals with disabilities, and Tri MyRide – an on-demand ride hailing shuttle service in select locations. All Tri Delta Transit buses are wheelchair accessible and equipped with wheelchair lifts/ramps. Serves eastern Contra Costa County (Antioch, Pittsburg, Brentwood, Oakley, Bay Point, parts of Discovery Bay and Knightsen), Concord, and Martinez with 16 local bus routes Monday-Friday and six on weekends and holidays. Concord and Martinez routes run Monday-Friday only.

Provides domestic violence intervention which consists of crisis and peer counseling, risk assessment, safety planning, domestic violence education, court accompaniment, legal advocacy and referrals, peer support groups and other related support resources for the clients and their family. STAND! has offices in Central, East and West counties, as well as services and shelters at confidential locations. Volunteers are used extensively.

Provides administration over all Hercules city parks and recreational activities, aquatic facilities and community centers. All parks are open from sunrise to sunset. Park restrictions are listed online including special reservations.

Provides employment, vocational and life skills services to at-risk youth and young adults. Services include tutoring in English and Math, GED scholarships, assistance with college applications, job search, resume assistance, mock interviews, entrepreneur workshops and counseling, life skills workshops, and referrals to community programs.

Some cities provide water to their residents; some cities belong to larger districts that include several cities. All water utilities will work with customers regarding payment. Antioch 925-779-7060 City of Antioch Water Department Bay Point 800-999-4033 Golden State Water Company Brentwood 925-516-5415 City of Brentwood Utility Billing Department Martinez 925-372-3575 Martinez Water District Oakley 925-625-3798 Diablo Water District (also serves Bethel Island, Knightsen) Pittsburg 925-252-4940 City of Pittsburg Utility Payment Center Contra Costa Water District offers LifeLine Service 925-688-8044 covers Clayton, Clyde, Concord, Pacheco, Port Costa, parts of Martinez, parts of Pleasant Hill and parts of Walnut Creek. EBMUD 866-403-2683 for application serves Alamo, Crockett, Danville, Diablo, El Cerrito, El Sobrante, Hercules, Kensington, Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda, Pinole, parts of Pleasant Hill, Richmond, Rodeo, San Pablo, San Ramon and parts of Walnut Creek. DSRSD 925-828-8524 serves Dougherty Valley area of San Ramon.

Provides hot nutritious meals, hydration, snacks and sandwiches, clothing and shoes, access to laundry program, access to shower program, a safe place to eat and relax for a while. Clients must attend one of two park locations to register and be eligible for showers and laundry.

Administers five elementary schools and two middle schools in Oakley. Programs and classes are available for special needs children, ages 0-22; call for information.

Assists individuals clean their prior records in order to overcome barriers to employment, housing, education, and public benefits that a prior record can present. Our attorneys and advocates can provide the following types of assistance for those with prior arrests, convictions, or juvenile adjudications in Contra Costa County.

Administers eight elementary schools and three middle schools in Brentwood. Programs and classes are available for special needs children, ages 0-22; call for information.

Provides academics and career readiness, including job application workshops and support, financial literacy workshops, after school tutoring, California High School Exit Exam preparation and support. Offers a full computer lab on-site with staff who provide job search and resume assistance.

Administers Department of Motor Vehicle offices throughout California, registration of vehicles and issuance of drivers licenses. Website has extensive information.

Due to COVID-19, limited services by email and phone, and classes are online. New students accepted. Provides a variety of adult education classes including computer classes at various levels, art, exercise, cooking, personal growth, GED, ABE, ESL, parenting, business and vocational classes. Classes are available for adults with disabilities. Catalog is available online. Courses available for age 18+. Martinez residency not required.

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.

Helps people cope with life-limiting illnesses by providing medical, emotional, spiritual, and practical support for patients and families, regardless of their ability to pay. Serves patients in their home, specialized nursing facilities or assisted living facilities. Provides acute care at Bruns House Hospice facility in Alamo. Hospice of the East Bay's Bereavement Department offers bereavement support for patients and groups and classes that are open to the general public.

Provides fire suppression, emergency medical including paramedic, rescue, fire/arson investigation, building plan review, code enforcement, public education on fire and life safety, and weed abatement to Antioch, Clayton, Concord, Lafayette, Martinez, Pittsburg, Pleasant Hill, San Pablo, Walnut Creek, and most unincorporated areas of Contra Costa County. Division is comprised of four Battalions consisting of 30 fire stations. The communications center provides dispatch services for most of the county.

Provides a residential career and job training program for transitional aged youth ages 16 to 24. Participating clients can train in a variety of high-growth career areas including medical, culinary, and carpentry . All training programs are hands-on, with real work environments. Students also have access to training and academic classes with local community colleges and/or technical institutions through partnerships with the Job Corps Centers.