Resources
Food
TCV Mobile Food Pantry Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday 10:30am - 11:30am (Please do not line up before 9:30am) FRC Courtyard between the two buildings near the Millennium Room, Suite #A120
CityServe’s Compassion Network
Weekly Thursday lunch for unhoused individuals, with meal distribution and hygiene/clothing support.This food. Located behind Building ABCD near the grass and trees. Every Thursday, year round 11:30am – 12:30pm. Located behind Building ABCD, facing the new Downtown Fremont Event Center
Alameda County Community Food Bank (510) 635‑3663
Countywide food bank distributing food to partner agencies and pantries. 7900 Edgewater Dr., Oakland, CA 94621
Buddhist Tzu Chi Charity Foundation, known as Tzu Chi Foundation
Every Sunday morning 8:00am – 9:00am FRC Courtyard, between the two Hot breakfast, coffee, hygiene items
Federal nutrition benefit program providing food purchasing assistance to low-income individuals.
Salaam Food Pantry Community-run food pantry offering monthly grocery and meal distributions in Fremont. Irvington area, (exact location varies) 4th Saturday of each month
Lunch Time for Homeless Friends Sponsored by one world one family foundation every 1st Sunday of the month @11:30am Fremont Family Resource Center (Between ABCD & EFGH Buildings) info@owof.founcation
SOS Service Opportunity for Seniors - Meals on Wheels 510-894-0370
Harbor Light - Monthly Food Distribution Every 3rd Saturday of the month @ 2pm partnering with CityTeam Ministries to distribute boxes of food to low-income families. 4760 Thornton Ave. Fremont.
Irvington Presbyterian Church Wed 7am-9am Mon/Wed/Fri - Sit in breakfast
Newark Salvation Army 36700 Newark Blvd 3rd Fri of every month from 1pm-3pm
Centerville Prebyterian Church 4360 Central Ave. Dinner to Go - Tues/Thurs 4pm-5:45pm
Our Lady of the Rosary 703 C St. Union City Dinner to Go - Fri 4pm-7pm
The San Lorenzo Family Help Center – Food Pantry (341) 314‑6770 Emergency food pantry serving San Lorenzo and nearby communities. 20960 Corsair Blvd., Hayward, CA 94545
Centro de Servicios (510) 489‑4100 Union City–based nonprofit offering food distribution, immigration/legal support, and thrift store access. 525 H Street, Union City, CA 94587
Family Benefit Programs & Assistance
Alameda County Social Services 510-795-2428 County agency providing social safety net services—CalWORKs, CalFresh (food stamps), Medi-Cal, general assistance, IHSS, foster care, and referrals. 39155 Liberty Street, Suite C330
FRC Welcome Center/Fremont Healthy Start 510-574-2141 On-site human-services hub offering multilingual family support, benefit application assistance, and referrals for health, legal, school enrollment, and basic needs.
Women, Infants & Children (WIC) 510-795-2457 39155 Liberty Street, Suite D-470 Nutrition education program providing food vouchers, breastfeeding support, and health referrals to pregnant/postpartum women, infants, and children up to age 5.
Diaper Resource List
St. Vincent de Paul (Oakland) The Community Center 2272 San Pablo Ave. Oakland, CA 94612 Open Tues through Saturday 9:30am-3pm Must go to to front desk and register, needs to bring any picture identification and child birth certificate.
Women’s Daytime Drop-In Center (Berkeley) 2218 Acton St. Berkeley, CA 94702 510-548-2884 Diaper Pantry: Free diapers and wipes available to women only. Women do not need to show any id or proof of child.
Child Care Links (Pleasanton) 6601 Owens Dr. Suite 100 Pleasanton, CA 94588 925-8733 Diaper Pantry (they also distribute pull ups)
Tri-Valley Haven (Livermore) 418 Junction Ave. Livermore, CA 94550 925-449-7889 Offers a parent support program “parents creating change program” this resource is available to Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton residents with children 0-5 years old.
Centro de Servicios - Union City - leverages social services resources, community partners, volunteers, and donors to improve the quality of life for low-income families in the local area and neighboring cities. 33750 6th Street
Union City, CA 94587 (510) 489-4100
Cultural & Faith Based Services
Afghan Coalition 510-745-1680 39155 Liberty Street, Suite D460 Community-based nonprofit serving Afghan families through case management, domestic violence support, mental health navigation, CalFresh enrollment, youth programs, microenterprise, and advocacy.
CityServe's Compassion Network 510-796-7378 faith-based organization that matches volunteers and resources from 50+ local Christian churches with those in need throughout the Tri-Cities
Family Rebuilding Center (FRC) (510) 790-3366 39155 Liberty Street, Suite D450 Nonprofit offering family therapy, lay counseling, marriage restoration, single-parent support, parenting classes, and growth groups—primarily for Chinese-speaking families.
Employment & Training
Fremont Family Resource Center (FRC) Collaborative center offering employment assistance, career coaching, job training referrals, and SparkPoint financial coaching for low-income residents of Fremont/Union City/Newark. (510) 574‑2000; Welcome Center info desk: (510) 574‑2141
Alameda County Behavioral Health Vocational Services 510-795-2300 Supported employment services using Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model to assist individuals with mental health challenges in obtaining and retaining competitive employment.
America's Job Center/EDD 510-794-3669 One‑Stop employment center providing job‐search support, resume workshops, workshops on unemployment insurance, and employer referrals. Fremont Family Resource Center, Suite B200, 39155 Liberty St.,
LaFamilia Vocational ESL 510-329-3739 Offers vocational ESL to improve English proficiency and employability among immigrant adults in Alameda County.
Ohlone College Tri‑Cities Career Center (510) 742‑2323 Career development services and job placement support for students and community members in Fremont/Newark tri‑city area. 39399 Cherry Street, Room 1211, Newark, CA 94560
International Rescue Committee (IRC) (510) 452‑8222 Provides refugee resettlement, job placement, legal, and social service support to immigrant and refugee populations across Alameda County. Oakland IRC office, 440 Grand Ave., Suite 500, Oakland, CA 94610
Tri‑City Workforce Training Resource (City of Fremont) Online resource hub listing short-term, low-cost training and certificate programs for Tri‑City residents.
Southern Alameda County Workforce Development Project (SACWDP) Regional workforce development initiative supporting underserved populations in South Alameda County with training and placement.
City of Fremont Human Services Department (510) 574‑2000 Lead agency operating the Fremont FRC and Workforce Training Resource coordinating services for employment, training, benefits, and human services. 39155 Liberty St., Suite A110, Fremont, CA 94538
Family Support & Financial Coaching
FRC Welcome Center/Fremont Healthy Start 510-574-2141
Family Support Services 510-574-2021
Lincoln Families Kinship Support Program 510-583-8026
SparkPoint Fremont Financial Services 510-574-2026 Provides free one-on-one financial coaching, credit/debt counseling, budgeting, tax preparation, peer lending, benefits screening (CalFresh, etc.), job search aid, and homeownership assistance. 39155 Liberty St., Suite A110
Real Options provides comprehensive reproductive healthcare 510-574-2020
PG&E Payment Assistance - 800-743-5000
Spectrum Utility Assistance - 510-881-0300 Offers utility assistance programs (LIHEAP), weatherization services, meals (including Meals on Wheels and community dining), and fall risk reduction programs for low-income seniors and residents
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program 510-881-0300
United Way Bay Area (UWBA) (415) 808‑4300 Regional nonprofit mobilizing anti-poverty programs including financial stability initiatives, free tax preparation (Free Tax Help Bay Area), and referral support via the 211 helpline and Emergency Assistance Network. 550 Kearny St., Suite 1000, San Francisco, CA 94108 (UWBA headquarters)
TruConnect (Lifeline Wireless Service)
Mobile virtual network operator providing low-cost or free government-supported wireless services (phones, data, talk & text) through Lifeline and EBB programs.
Children/Youth Services
Lincoln Kinship Support Services (Lincoln Families) (510) 273‑4700 ext. 200 - 39155 Liberty St, Suite D450 - Provides supports to kin caregivers—such as case management, advocacy, and referrals for financial, legal, mental health, emergency, and education services—to help keep children with relatives.
CityServe’s Compassion Network – Diaper Program (510) 796‑7378 Monthly supplemental diaper distribution—eligible low-income families register to receive several bundles of diapers.
Hively (510) 775‑4439 - 39155 Liberty Street, Suite D400 Offers child care subsidies/referrals, parent education/support, mental health services, workshops, and essential goods at family resource centers.
4Cs of Alameda County (510) 582‑2182 -22351 City Center Dr., Suite 100, Hayward Regional resource referrals connecting families to subsidized child care, payment assistance, provider training, and family supports.
Tri-City Children & Youth Services 510-795-2434 39155 Liberty St., Suite G710 Provides individual, family, and group psychotherapy and case management for children through culturally responsive care, coordinated with on-site physician.
Women, Infants & Children (WIC) 510-795-2457
Fremont Youth & Family Services (YFS) 510-574-2100 39155 Liberty St., Suite E500, Fremont Offers individual and family counseling to strengthen relationships and develop coping strategies for youth ages 0–18.
CalWORKs Child Care (Stage One) (510) 584‑3101
Child care subsidies for current and former CalWORKs recipients during work, training, or education.
Safe Kids Alameda County (510) 618‑2027 - 1000 San Leandro Boulevard, Suite 200, San Leandro - Coalition dedicated to reducing childhood injuries via car‑seat checkups, safety workshops, sports clinics, helmet fitting, and annual wellness fairs—all designed around community needs and led by Alameda County Emergency Medical Services.
East Bay Agency for Children (EBAC) (510) 268‑3770 2828 Ford Street, Oakland -A trauma-informed nonprofit providing a broad range of services aimed at helping children, youth, and families recover from trauma, build resilience, and thrive. Offers counseling, school-based behavioral health, preschool interventions, family resource centers, grief support, afterschool programming, and professional training through its Trauma Transformed initiative.
One Child (510) 713‑8050 39380 Civic Center Dr., Fremont
Provides jackets, school supplies, books, and clothing to underprivileged children in Fremont.
Stanford Medicine Children’s Health – Care‑A‑Van for Kids (650) 736‑2108 -520 Sand Hill Road, Packard Administrative Suite, Palo Alto
Free transportation service for low-income children and their families receiving medical care at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital. Operated entirely by community volunteers, this program bridges access gaps for families without reliable transportation—including those traveling long distances or from out of state.
Alameda County Behavioral Health – Building Hope Program 510-383-5429 - 7200 Bancroft Ave, Ste 125D Oakland -Provides home-based and clinic-based child-parent psychotherapy and family therapy for children ages 0–8, including case management and advocacy.
California Youth Crisis Line (CYCL) 1‑800‑843‑5200 (Call or Text, available 24/7)
A 24/7 statewide emergency response system for youth ages 12–24 and their concerned families, providing crisis counseling, emotional support, and confidential listening. Professional staff and volunteers address issues like suicide ideation, depression, bullying, trauma, family conflict, running away, and identity struggles. Callers receive empathetic support—not advice—and are connected to local referrals
Mental Health/Counseling
Family Education and Resource Center (FERC) 510-790-1010 A caregiver- and family-centered program of the Mental Health Association of Alameda County, offering free education, advocacy, peer support, and navigation for families and caregivers of individuals with mental health conditions across all age groups. Utilizes a “warm line” for emotional support and connects families to crisis services and system-wide mental health resources.
Working Wellness (CalWORKs Counseling) 510-574-2023 3300 Capitol Ave, Fremont, CA 94538 Counseling and supportive services for CalWORKs recipients to overcome life obstacles and achieve employment self-sufficiency.
Fremont Youth & Family Services (YFS) 510-574-2100
Tri‑City Community Support Center (ACBH) (510) 795‑2434 39155 Liberty St., Suite G710 Outpatient mental health services, including therapy and case management, for adults with chronic mental health challenges.
Newark Health Center 6066 Civic Terrace Ave. Newark 510-505-1600 Mon-Fri 8:15am-5pm
Alameda County ACCESS: 510-492-9099 510-869-7200 (Mandarin/Cantonese/Vietnames)
Union City Outpatient Services 510-474-7414
Community Health Education - Tiburcio Vasquez 3845 Beacon Ave. Suite #A Fremont 510-471-5913 Mon-Thurs 8am-5pm
Tiburcio Basquez Health Clinic 33255 9th St. Union City 510-471-5907 Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
The 3Crosses Care Ministry - Christian Counselling - Castro Valley
Bay Area Women Against Rape (BAWAR) (510) 845-7273 (24/7 hotline) 470 27th Street, Oakland, CA 94612 Offers crisis intervention and advocacy for survivors of sexual assault.
Tri-Valley Haven (925) 449-5842 3663 Pacific Avenue, Livermore, CA 94550 Provides shelter, legal support, and counseling for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Legal
FRC Welcome Center / Fremont Family Resource Center (510) 574‑2141 39155 Liberty St., Fremont, Collaborative center offering on-demand legal assistance via on-site legal clinic and referrals.
FRC Homeless Services Team (510) 574‑2000 39155 Liberty St., Fremont - Offers legal and housing referrals for homeless individuals, including landlord tenancy resources.
Bay Area Legal Aid (Alameda County) (510) 250‑5270 1735 Telegraph Ave., Oakland, CA 94612 Free civil legal services including housing, benefits, immigration, and domestic relations for low-income Bay Area residents..
ACBA / Legal Access Alameda (formerly VLSC) (510) 302‑2222 ext. 4 - 1000 Broadway, Suite 290, Oakland Offers pro per legal clinics for low-income individuals in family law, bankruptcy, restraining orders, and eviction defense.
Centro Legal de la Raza (510) 437‑1554 3400 E 12th St., Oakland, Free legal services in immigration, housing, workers’ rights, and eviction defense for low-income communities.
Union City Family Center / Union City Community & Recreation Services 725 Whipple Rd., Union City Community center offering family services and referrals; legal assistance noted as referral partner.
Narika Support and helpline for South Asian survivors of domestic violence.
Shepherd’s Gate Programs 20537 Lake Chabot Rd., Castro Valley Nonprofit providing recovery support including legal referrals for survivors of abuse.
International Rescue Committee (IRC) (510) 452-8222 - 440 Grand Ave Suite 500, Oakland Supports refugees, asylees, victims of trafficking, and immigrants to rebuild their lives in the U.S.
Pars Equality Center (408) 261-6400 -1635 The Alameda, San Jose Supports the Iranian-American and Persian-speaking community with legal, social, and community services.
Housing/Homeless
Fremont Fair Housing & Landlord/Tenant Services 510-574-2270 39155 Liberty St., Suite D440, Fremont - Nonprofit providing confidential counseling on rental issues, including security deposits, repairs, evictions, habitability, and fair housing rights.
Safe Parking Program 510-574-2222 email safeparking@fremont.gov fore more info. Program is accepting individuals or couples over 18 living in their vehicle with a valid license. No RVs permitted.
City of Fremont “Keep Fremont Housed” Program - (510) 574‑2028 -39155 Liberty St., Fremont - Emergency rental and utility assistance with financial coaching, mediation, and eviction prevention.
Affordable Housing The City of Fremont provides several affordable housing programs and resources.
BACS – Fremont Homeless Wellness Center (Bay Area Community Services) 40963 Grimmer Blvd., Fremont - Drop-in wellness hub with housing navigation, peer support, employment counseling, assessments, and coordinated entry access for adults with homelessness or behavioral health needs.
Fremont Winter Relief Program (Operates Dec-April) 510-574-2222 for updates
Abode Services Unsheltered Adults 510-330-5822
City of Fremont Unsheltered Families - 510-574-2000
211 Eden Information and Resource 888-886-9660 to be connected to local housing resource centers and other social services
PG&E Energy Partners 888-216-8463 - Free weather stripping, caulking, compact florescent lights, showerheads, replacement of energy-hog ridge and repair/replacement of broken or unsafe furnaces and water heaters.
PG&E Care Program 886-743-2273 - Discounts on gas and electric bills for low-income people.
Alameda County Minor Home Repair 510-670-5398 Grant Program for emergency home repairs for homeowners. Maximum grant is $2499 or the actual cost of repairs, whichever is less.
Oakland Housing & Development 510-238-3909 They offer grants for access improvement, lead safe housing and paint program, minor home repairs. They offer loan based programs for home maintenance and improvement, emergency home repairs as well as weatherization and energy retrofit.
TruConnect (Lifeline Wireless Service)
Mobile virtual network operator providing low-cost or free government-supported wireless services (phones, data, talk & text) through Lifeline and EBB programs.
Habitat for Humanity East Bay / Silicon Valley (510) 803‑3388 -2619 Broadway, Oakland -Administers Renew AC, supporting homeownership and home repair affordability
Alameda County Housing & Community Development (HCD) - (510) 670‑6417- 224 W. Winton Ave., Room 108, Hayward -County department overseeing housing programs, including fair housing and home preservation.
Echo Housing (ECHO) 1‑855‑ASK‑ECHO (1‑855‑275‑3246) Fair housing nonprofit providing tenant-landlord counseling, dispute mediation, and discrimination assistance.
Swords to Plowshares – Bay Area Veterans Services (415) 252‑4788 1060 Howard St., San Francisco
Health
Bay Area Community Health (BACH) (510) 770-8040 - 40910 Fremont Blvd, Fremont Federally qualified community health center offering medical, dental, behavioral health, prenatal, vision, and specialty care; mobile clinics and street outreach services.
CHOMP / BACH - Mobile Health and Dental Clinic (510) 770-8040 Mobile dental services provided by BACH and associated university clinic; serves low-income and homeless individuals.
RealOptions (Pregnancy Medical Clinics) (510) 487-4357 -33523 Western Ave, Union City Reproductive healthcare including pregnancy options counseling, ultrasounds, STD testing, prenatal care, and gynecology services; Medi‑Cal and uninsured providers.
Crisis Support Services of Alameda County (800) 309-2131 -6117 LaSalle Ave, Suite 507, Oakland - 24/7 crisis intervention and suicide prevention for Alameda County residents.
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) (800) 656-4673 The nation's largest anti-sexual-violence organization, providing national hotline services and referrals.
Circle of Care – East Bay Agency for Children (EBAC) Integrated behavioral health services for children and families including therapy, case management, and school-based support.
Sutter Care at Home Home health and hospice services from Sutter Health for patients in home settings.
Hope Hospice Hospice and palliative care services serving Alameda County residents.
Eden Information & Referral (Eden I&R) Community resource and referral service for health, housing, and financial services in South Alameda County.
Kaiser Permanente – Thrive (Fremont) Thrive clinic offering wellness, prevention, and behavioral health integration through KP.
CURA Inc. Therapeutic Community Substance use treatment and therapeutic housing program for individuals and families.
Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services County agency providing mental health, substance abuse, and behavioral health services including children and families.
Grief Support at Kaiser Permanente – Fremont Grief counseling and support services for Kaiser members.
Grief Support at Washington Hospital – Fremont Bereavement and grief support services for patients and families.
Immigration
Pars Equality Center 510-894-3161 Offers immigration legal services, focusing on Afghan communities—covering asylum, DACA, citizenship, family petitions, and more. 39155 Liberty St., Suite F‑610
Immigration Institute of the Bay Area - 510-894-3639 39055 Hastings St. Suite 202 Fremont, CA 94538
International Rescue Committee (IRC) – Oakland Supports refugees, asylees, and survivors of trafficking with housing, legal assistance, employment services, financial coaching, healthcare, youth programming, and full resettlement support. 440 Grand Avenue, Suite 500, Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 452‑8222
Services for People with Disabilities
Community Resources for Independent Living (CRIL) 510-794-5735 Peer-based nonprofit advocating for independent living; offers education, advocacy, technical assistance, disability awareness training, and housing support for individuals with disabilities and seniors (60+). 39155 Liberty Street, Suite A100
Deaf, Counseling, Advocacy & Referral Agency (DCARA) 510-790-1433 TTY/VP510-371-0042 39155 Liberty St., Suite D420 Voice Provides counseling, interpreting, advocacy, employment assistance, family support, and communication access for Deaf and hard-of-hearing people.
State Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) 510-794-2458 State agency providing vocational rehabilitation, counseling, and employment services to individuals with physical or mental disabilities to promote independence and employment access.
Seniors
City of Fremont Age Well Center - 40086 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont, CA 94538 510-790-6600 - Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CAPS and TCEC programs designed to support senior wellness, community engagement, and senior-specific services.
OnLok - full service healthcare program that supports seniors to remain living at home. 1-888-886-6565
Legal Assistance for Seniors Mon-Fri 8am-5pm 510-832-2040
SOS Service Opportunity for Seniors - Meals on Wheels 510-894-0370
City of Fremont - Ride-on Tri City 510-574-2053 Mobility resources for seniors with disabilities
Hayward Area Senior Center 510-881-6766 Located at 17800 Redwood Rd. Castro Valley. Provides classes and activities, lunches and social services.
Meals on Wheels 510-582-1263 Home delivered meals for seniors unable to purchase or prepare meals for themselves
ReCares Equipment Recyclers 510-251-2273 Free medical equipment recycling program. Obtain used canes, crutches, walkers, wheelchairs.
Center of Elders’ Independence 510-251-2273 Health plan for seniors aged 55 and older who prefer not to move into a nursing home but who need help of health caregivers to stay at home.
Washington Hospital Healthcare System – Health Insurance Information Service 510‑818‑7005 2500 Mowry Ave., Suite 106, Fremont Offers health insurance support services, helping seniors navigate coverage options.
Alzheimer’s Association (Northern California & Northern Nevada) Provides education, support services, and resources for families dealing with Alzheimer’s disease.
City of Fremont – Human Services Division, Aging & Family Services Senior InfoLine (510) 574‑2041 39155 Liberty Street, Fremont Hub offering wellness programs, resource coordination, and outreach services for older adults.