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Offers access to public computers and free wi-fi is available at all 26 Contra Costa County Library branches.

Provides low-cost, sliding-scale individual and family therapy for survivors of domestic violence, as well as their friends and family. Also operates a dedicated Latinx Program offering in-depth case management for Spanish-speaking survivors as well as a 24-hour support line.

Provides list of ambulance services which provide non-emergency medical transport for those in Contra Costa County requiring gurney, wheelchair or oxygen. Drivers are local and state licensed, with CPR and first aid training. For emergency transport, call 911. Visit website for list of Contra Costa EMS permits non-emergency and Critical Care transport providers that operate within the county.

Adminsiters a number of special programs, benefits and services for California veterans and their families. For personalized assistance in learning about veteran benefits, or for help filing a claim for benefits call or visit website which has extensive benefit information.

Provides research on mind, brain and behavior to relieve the burden of mental illness. Provides extensive mental health information online, current research and clinical trials. Offers a variety of publications in addition to the information available on the website.

Provides bilingual services that support mental health, developmental disabilities, substance use recovery, housing, employment, and reentry programs. Additionally they assist individuals and families with counseling, job training, peer support, and community engagement.

Provides telephone assistance in English or Spanish for questions relating to the federal government such as grants, passports, travel issues, citizenship questions, Social Security or veteran issues, or locations of government offices, post offices, and Red Cross offices. Website provides a vast array of online information about federal programs and how to connect to the programs.

Provides a variety of volunteer opportunities including, legal translation, legal immigration, office admin work, housing intake services, front office reception, etc.

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.

Provides needs based services for Moraga residents which may include; utility and financial assistance, and vouchers for clothing that can be used in lieu of cash at St. Vincent de Paul thrift stores for discounted clothing and furniture.

Provides Parent Child Support Services (PCSS) program that supports and provides service to children and families who are directly referred from the SAMHworks assessment liaison a a result of parents being on CalWORKs, Welfare to Work or CalWORKs Families Stabilization. Services can include screening and assessment, children's individual therapy, parent/child therapy, family counseling and child socialization groups.

Provides advice and counseling by phone, and, when appropriate, referrals to other attorneys and non-profit legal organizations. Specializes in discrimination of women and girls in employment and education including unequal pay, sexual harassment, pregnancy discrimination, family medical leave issues, different treatment at work or school due to gender.

Provides low-cost transportation services to seniors (55 and older) and persons with disabilities who reside in the City of Richmond and the unincorporated areas of East Richmond Heights, El Sobrante, Kensington, North Richmond, Hasford Heights and Rollingwood. Offers door-to-door demand-response trips, and standing orders. Program registrants can travel within a specified geographic service area to include cities of Richmond, El Cerrito, San Pablo, North Richmond, El Sobrante, Kensington, and Pinole. Reservations are required and can be made up to 30 days in advance; same day service is based on availability.

Provides prenatal care, pill abortion services, birth control services, emergency contraception, HIV testing, HPV vaccines, LGBT services, men's health services, patient education, pregnancy testing, options & services, STD testing & treatment, and women's health services including breast and cervical cancer exams.

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 adult basic education classes in the areas of reading, writing, math, and computer literacy. Best for people who want to improve their skills to prepare for college, pass employment and trade school tests, or meet personal goals. Morning and evening classes available.

Provides a special need payment to meet their costs for temporary housing. The maximum Temporary Homeless Assistance payment is based on size of the CalWORKs family and is for a maximum of 16 days. Homeless Assistance is available once in a 12-month period unless the family is homeless due to domestic violence, natural disaster, inhabitable living conditions, or a physical or mental disability. All exceptions must be verified by a third party agency. Provides Homeless Assistance Grant, a rental payment paid directly to the landlord to prevent loss of housing or eviction by eligible families due to financial hardship or circumstances beyond their control, not for lease violations. This assistance would be for a rent arrearage of up to two months or $1,500, whichever is less.

Connects people 55+ with people and organizations that need their skills through the Foster Grandparents, Senior Companions and RSVP programs. Helps them become mentors, coaches or companions to people in need, or contribute their job skills and expertise to community projects and organizations.

Provides prenatal care, pill abortion services, birth control services, emergency contraception, HIV testing, HPV vaccines, LGBT services, men's health services, patient education, pregnancy testing, options & services, STD testing & treatment, and women's health services including breast and cervical cancer exams.

Operates a clothing donation program for enrolled members of the center. On specific times during the day, members can drop in and get new/slightly worn clothing. Due to current pandemic center is not accepting clothing donations. However, in partnership with White Pony Express the donation room is stocked for current members.

HICAP Volunteer Counselors provide free, confidential, counseling service to directly assist eligible individuals better understand their Medicare benefits and services. Medicare benefits including Prescription Drug Plan Coverage, low income plans, Medicare Advantage Plans, Medicare Supplemental options, Medicare Savings Programs Medicare and Medi-Cal (dually eligible) benefits, and long-term care insurance. HICAP provides information on long-term care planning and issues concerning long-term care. HICAP can also assist with referring Medicare matters involving Medicare appeals or insurance that require legal support.

Provides suicide prevention mobile application called MY3. Developed by the Know the Signs Campaign. Connects clients with their three primary contacts when having thoughts of suicide. Offers customizable safety plan and resources page. Cellular phone application is available for clients with iPhones or Androids. Website has extensive information.

Provides 24-hour non-medical detoxification for women. Program includes a 30-90 day residential substance abuse treatment, an ongoing alcohol recovery program, one-on-one planning for recovery from alcohol and drug problems, and AA/NA meetings. The center is licensed and certified by the State of California, offering a social model alcohol detoxification program.

Provides information on power outages including a map of affected area. Clients can input their address to check for an estimated power restoration online. Electric service maintenance and natural gas service maintenance and repair. Web site has detailed instructions. Clients can sign up to receive phone alerts and notifications.

Provides a broad range of individual and group psychotherapy and prescription management services via an outpatient and Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) to adults, facing mild, moderate, and severe psychiatric disabilities. Issues include, depression, bipolar, schizophrenia, anxiety, and relationship conflict concerns.