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Offers Nurturing Parenting Program (NPP) an evidence based, voluntary parent education program that supports parents from the Strengthening Families Approach and Protective Factors Framework to prevent child abuse and neglect. Classes are available to parents with special needs children as well.

Offers a hot noon meal in a seat in dinning room. Offers free groceries including bread, pastries, canned goods, fruits and vegetables as they become available.

Accepts and redistributes donations of reusable, durable home healthcare equipment as well as unused medical supplies. Commonly accepted items include; wheel chairs, canes, rollators, walkers, shower chairs, transfer benches, adult diapers, wet wipes, gloves, and more. Visit website for a full list of acceptable and non-acceptable items. Provides the equipment and supplies (adaptive aids, physical and occupational therapy supplies) free to individuals who otherwise would have difficulty obtaining them due to financial reasons. There is no fee for obtaining equipment or supplies, but monetary donations are accepted.

Offers clients up to $7,500 to purchase a new or used Electric Vehicle through a partnership with California Air Resources Board and local lenders who provide low-interest vehicle loans. The program provides financial education, credit, and budget counseling.

Offers financial support for residential care, tuition for school, weekly therapy, equine therapy, medical, dental and vision care, and other essential needs to CSEC (Commercially Sexually Exploited Children) and youth. The children are enrolled in fully accredited schools with their curriculum adapted to their individual academic level and life goals.

Provides HUD-subsidized independent living apartments, all low income, for mobility impaired individuals age 18+.

Provides suicide prevention and crisis hotline for Marin county residents. Counselors provide 24 hours immediate and confidential support.

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.

Offers a variety of dance classes for children, teens and adults. Classes include, aerobics, dance, theatre, jazz, tap, ballet, Zumba, and tai-chi. Classes may fill up fast or may be cancelled depending on registration.

Serves Thanksgiving meal.

Provides low cost primary health care for adults, teens and children regardless of insurance or immigration status. Services include; immunizations, STD testing, and physicals. Provides comprehensive pregnancy services and well-baby care. In addition to prenatal visits, it includes education and support related to staying healthy during pregnancy, good nutrition, breast feeding, and psycho-social services, including psychiatric evaluations. Offers Covid testing and vaccination appointments.

Provides gently used toys, games, books and home items. Also provides non-perishable foods, toiletries and diapers. All items are free for individuals and families. Community members can donate items that are gently used.

Offers employment and workforce services. Basic services include; workshop on job readiness, soft skills, labor market information, resumes, interviewing, State careers, keyboarding (typing speed) certifications, free online career training through Skill Up Contra Costa and schedules appointments with partner agencies; Job Corps, Senior Employment, Dept. of Rehabilitation. Amenities include computers, phone, copier, and fax. Provides individualized services via the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) program which includes career coaching, on-the-job training, occupational skills training.

Provides legal services regarding immigration and reunification of families, family reunification, citizenship, battered spouse and child petitions, asylum and deportation defense. Counsels clients on the general legal framework of living in the United States, such as proper documentation for employment, due process, consumer rights and the necessity of auto insurance. Also provides information and referral for persons with questions about immigration. Offers immigrant related workshops for citizenship or DACA renewals.

Acts as the primary hazardous response agency for Contra Costa County. Protects public health and the environment from chemical spills and hazardous releases. Provides a 24-hour hazardous materials technical assistance to all response agencies. Collaborates with Community Warning System for notifications or alerts. Performs oversight of hazardous materials clean-up activities.

Offers behavioral therapy provided by a licensed clinical social worker. Services includes; individual, family, adolescent counseling, eating disorders, sexual orientation counseling, anxiety, depression, daily obstacle support, and mental wellness and health.

Provides Assisted Living Waiver to move Medi-Cal patients from Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) to Community Assisted Living Facilities that accept the waiver.

Offers Special Needs Aquatic Program (SNAP), a swimming/water program for children with cerebral palsy, helping them gain muscle strength and movement. Program is offered in Berkeley and Palo Alto for ages 1 to 18.

Provides resources too black mothers and babies by empowering them to make healthy choices for a brighter future. All services are free and provided by Family Health Advocates, Group Facilitators, Public Health Nurses and Mental Health Workers. Services include Interactive social support & empowering group sessions for pregnancy and postpartum, Nutrition, breastfeeding and infant care information, Prenatal yoga and meditation exercises, Linkage and referrals to community resource, Stress reduction techniques

Investigates and prosecutes real estate related crimes. Criminal real estate crimes may involve home equity fraud, mortgage fraud, grand theft, securities fraud, forgery, foreclosure fraud etc.

Treats voluntary adults ages 18 and up for all types of alcohol and chemical dependency including, prescription medications such as Vicodin, OxyContin, Methadone and Valium and street drugs such as methamphetamines, heroin, cocaine and crack; designer drugs such as Ecstasy and GHB. Services are offered through a detoxification program or day treatment programs.

Provides assistance to Contra Costa County residents who have sustained severe storm-related damages including flooding, landslides, and mudslides.

Provides 90-day residential drug and alcohol services for pregnant and parenting women. Services include assessment, treatment planning, addiction education, individual and group counseling, addictive family system education, pre-vocational skill building, specialized women's issues and health groups, parent education, child enrichment services and other perinatal related services.

Provides a community-based approach to help families and communities connect with each other and to learn (or relearn) practices for moving through conflict, reducing violence, and strengthening connections. This program is based on the principles and practices of restorative justice and circles. Offers restorative justice processes, facilitated circles, safe accountability work for people who have caused harm, guidance and resources for support people, coaching and support for gathering, and training and community learning opportunities

Provides online classes for adults including GED and High School diploma, ESL, citizenship, clinical medical assistant training, and classes for older adults.