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Family help in San Joaquin County, California

102 places and programs in and around San Joaquin County that help families with food, diapers, healthcare, childcare, housing, and bills. Everything here is free to browse and free to contact.

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Food assistance

24 listed
  • Calvary Community Church - Food Distribution Center

    815 W Lathrop Rd, Manteca, CA 95336, USA

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • Catholic Charities of Stockton - Food Pantry

    804 N Hunter St, Stockton, CA 95202, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • Emergency Food Bank

    7 W Scotts Ave, Stockton, CA 95203, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

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  • Food Distribution Center

    Somnuon Hem Female college seniors TRAY UR A ElR445, 445 S San Joaquin St, Stockton, CA 95203, USA

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • Food Pantry Referrals

    1220 Vanderbilt Cir, Manteca, CA 95337, USA

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • Good Samaritan Training Center Multi-Service - Food Distribution Center

    1331 E Fremont St, Stockton, CA 95205, USA

    Monday: 9:00 – 11:45 AM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 9:00 – 11:45 AM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 9:00 – 11:45 AM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • Greater Christ Temple - Food Distribution Center

    1616 E Main St, Stockton, CA 95205, USA

    Monday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • Jesus Saves Ministry - Food Distribution Center

    438 S Sutter St, Stockton, CA 95203, USA

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • lifeline Food Bank

    540 S Hutchins St, Lodi, CA 95240, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • Lighthouse Community Church - Food Distribution Center

    2393 Vail Ave, Stockton, CA 95205, USA

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • New Beginnings Deliverance Center - Food Distribution Center

    2571 Waterloo Rd, Stockton, CA 95205, USA

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • Our Lady of Guadalupe - Food Distribution Center

    16200 Cambridge Dr, Lathrop, CA 95330, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 10:00 – 11:00 AM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • Prayer Valley Church - Food Distribution Center

    14172 Avon Ave, Lathrop, CA 95330, USA

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • River of Life - Food Distribution Center

    136 Chung Wah Ln, Stockton, CA 95202, USA

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • Saint Anthony's - Saint Vincent de Paul - Food Distribution Center

    525 E North St, Manteca, CA 95336, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 2:00 – 3:30 PM · Wednesday: 2:00 – 3:30 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 2:00 – 3:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • Saint Mary’s Dining Room - Food Distribution Center

    545 W Sonora St, Stockton, CA 95203, USA

    Monday: 8:30 – 9:15 AM, 12:00 – 1:00 PM, 4:30 – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 – 9:15 AM, 12:00 – 1:00 PM, 4:30 – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 – 9:15 AM, 12:00 – 1:00 PM, 4:30 – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 8:30 – 9:15 AM, 12:00 – 1:00 PM, 4:30 – 5:30 PM · Friday: 8:30 – 9:15 AM, 12:00 – 1:00 PM, 4:30 – 5:30 PM · Saturday: 8:30 – 9:15 AM, 12:00 – 1:00 PM, 4:30 – 5:30 PM · Sunday: 8:30 – 9:15 AM, 12:00 – 1:00 PM, 4:30 – 5:30 PM

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • Salvation Army-Stockton Multi-Service - Food Distribution Center

    1305 E Weber Ave, Stockton, CA 95205, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • San Joaquin County Human Services Agency

    2736 North Teepee Drive, Suite C, Stockton, CA 95205

    Food bank serving San Joaquin County, California. They distribute food through local pantries, mobile distributions, and meal programs in the San Joaquin County area. Visit their website or call to find the food assistance nearest you.

    Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food.

  • Second Harvest of the Greater Valley

    1220 Vanderbilt Cir, Manteca, CA 95337, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food. Call ahead to ask what to bring.

  • Second Harvest of the Greater Valley (SHGV) - Food Distribution Center

    704 Industrial Park Dr, Manteca, CA 95337, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • Seventh-day Adventist Church - Food Distribution Center

    115 W Vine St, Stockton, CA 95202, USA

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • St. Paul's United Methodist Church - Food Pantry

    910 E North St, Manteca, CA 95336, USA

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • Valley Community Seventh Day Adventist Church - Food Distribution Center

    2929 S B St, Stockton, CA 95206, USA

  • Van Buskirk Park Pet Pantry

    Van Buskirk Park pet pantry, 1112 Houston Ave, Stockton, CA 95206, USA

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

Maternal & infant health

8 listed
  • Community Medical Centers WIC Program - Stockton

    425 N California St #7, Stockton, CA 95202, USA

    Monday: 8:15 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:15 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:15 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 8:15 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 8:15 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.

  • Community Medical Centers WIC Program - Tracy

    73 10th St, Tracy, CA 95376, USA

    Monday: 8:15 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:15 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:15 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 8:15 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 8:15 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.

  • Delta Health Care - WIC - Sierra Vista

    1604 E 11th St, Stockton, CA 95206, USA

    Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.

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  • San Joaquin County WIC Program

    620 N Aurora St, Stockton, CA 95202, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.

  • WIC

    287 Spreckels Ave, Manteca, CA 95336, USA

    Monday: Open 24 hours · Tuesday: Open 24 hours · Wednesday: Open 24 hours · Thursday: Open 24 hours · Friday: Open 24 hours · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.

  • WIC - Delta Health Care - Lodi

    318 S Crescent Ave, Lodi, CA 95240, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.

  • WIC Lodi - Community Medical Centers

    2401 W Turner Rd Ste #470, Lodi, CA 95242, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.

  • WIC Program-Delta Health Care

    4662 Precissi Ln #500, Stockton, CA 95207, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.

Healthcare & clinics

3 listed
  • Delta Health Care

    1425 S Center St, Stockton, CA 95206, USA

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • San Joaquin County Public Health

    420 S Wilson Way, Stockton, CA 95205, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.

  • San Joaquin County Public Health Services

    1601 E Hazelton Ave, Stockton, CA 95205, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

Childcare & early education

25 listed
  • Artesi III Montessori

    333 W Mathews Rd, French Camp, CA 95231, USA

    Monday: 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • CAMP Preschool

    540 N California St, Stockton, CA 95202, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Creative Head Start

    7505 Tam O'Shanter Dr, Stockton, CA 95210, USA

    Monday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

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  • Early Childhood Education/ School Readiness Program

    1144 E Channel St, Stockton, CA 95205, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Early Head Start

    166 E Rose St, Stockton, CA 95202, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Grant Village Head Start

    2040 S Grant St, Stockton, CA 95206, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Head Start

    115 N Walnut Ave, Manteca, CA 95337, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Head Start

    701 S Hutchins St, Lodi, CA 95240, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Head Start Cdc Inc

    5361 N Pershing Ave # A, Stockton, CA 95207, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Head Start Child Development

    6119 Danny Dr # 7, Stockton, CA 95210, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Head Start Child Development

    5506 Tam O'Shanter Dr, Stockton, CA 95210, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Head Start Child Development

    8633 Mokelumne Ave, Thornton, CA 95686, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Head Start Child Development

    639 W Worth St #3, Stockton, CA 95206, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Head Start Child Development

    1701 E Main St, Stockton, CA 95205, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Head Start Child Development

    1315 Woodcreek Way, Stockton, CA 95209, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Head Start Child Development

    1721 Carpenter Rd, Stockton, CA 95206, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Head Start Child Development

    1509 N Golden Gate Ave, Stockton, CA 95205, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Head Start Child Development

    1050 S Stockton St, Lodi, CA 95240, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Head Start Child Development

    377 W Mt Diablo Ave # 20, Tracy, CA 95376, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Head Start Child Development

    2629 Nightingale Ave, Stockton, CA 95205, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Head Start Child Development

    2040 S Grant St, Stockton, CA 95206, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Head Start Child Development

    1139 W Mendocino Ave, Stockton, CA 95211, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Head Start Child Development Council

    340 W 4th St, Tracy, CA 95376, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Headstart Child Development

    955 W Center St #11, Manteca, CA 95337, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Joan Richards Learning Village

    5211 Barbados Cir, Stockton, CA 95210, USA

    Monday: 8:15 AM – 3:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:15 AM – 3:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:15 AM – 3:30 PM · Thursday: 8:15 AM – 3:30 PM · Friday: 8:15 AM – 3:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

Housing & shelter

9 listed
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  • Family Promise of San Joaquin County

    6148 Gettysburg Pl, Stockton, CA 95207, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

    Shelter and services for families experiencing homelessness

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Gospel Center Rescue Mission

    445 S San Joaquin St, Stockton, CA 95203, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

  • Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin

    2575 Grand Canal Blvd, Stockton, CA 95207, USA

    Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

  • Sierra Vista Housing Authority

    1648 E 12th St, Stockton, CA 95206, USA

    Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

  • Stockton Shelter for the Homeless

    411 S Harrison St, Stockton, CA 95203, USA

    Monday: Open 24 hours · Tuesday: Open 24 hours · Wednesday: Open 24 hours · Thursday: Open 24 hours · Friday: Open 24 hours · Saturday: Open 24 hours · Sunday: Open 24 hours

  • Tracy Community Connections Center

    95 W 11th St #206, Tracy, CA 95376, USA

    Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Housing assistance, homelessness services

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

Utilities & financial help

22 listed
  • Action Community Document Assistance

    1201 N Center St A, Stockton, CA 95202, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • ACTION COMMUNITY DOCUMENT ASSISTANCE

    1338 S School St, Lodi, CA 95240, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • Arnold Rue Community Center

    5758 Lorraine Ave, Stockton, CA 95210, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

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  • Boggs Tract Community Center

    533 S Los Angeles Ave, Stockton, CA 95203, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Community Action Resources

    1531 2nd St, Escalon, CA 95320, USA

    Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.

  • Community Partnership for Families (CPFSJ): Dorothy L. Jones/CUFF Family Resource Center

    2044 Fair St, Stockton, CA 95206, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • Family Resource & Referral Center

    1776 W March Ln Ste 140, Stockton, CA 95207, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Family Resource Center

    3127 Transworld Dr, Stockton, CA 95206, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • Garden Acres Community Center

    607 Bird Ave, Stockton, CA 95215, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Good Samaritan Training Center

    1331 E Fremont St, Stockton, CA 95205, USA

    Monday: 9:00 – 11:45 AM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 9:00 – 11:45 AM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 9:00 – 11:45 AM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • HSA Human Services Agency

    333 E Washington St, Stockton, CA 95201, USA

    Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • Kennedy Community Center

    2800 S D St, Stockton, CA 95206, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • Larch Clover Community Center

    11157 W Larch Rd, Tracy, CA 95304, USA

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • Lodi Community Services Center

    415 S Sacramento St, Lodi, CA 95240, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • Magdalene Magdalene Community Services

    1149 N El Dorado St, Stockton, CA 95202, USA

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • Main Street Youth & Family Services: Formerly Parents By Choice - Stockton

    306 E Main St Ste 300, Stockton, CA 95202, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Northeast Community Center

    Gianone Park, 2885 E Harding Way, Stockton, CA 95205, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • Salvation Army Corps Community

    1305 E Weber Ave, Stockton, CA 95205, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • San Joaquin County Human Services Agency

    333 E Washington St, Stockton, CA 95202, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • St. Mary's Community Services

    545 W Sonora St, Stockton, CA 95203, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • Stockton Community Services Department

    650 N El Dorado St, Stockton, CA 95202, USA

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • Taft Community Center

    389 Downing Ave, Stockton, CA 95206, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

Public benefits & family services

2 listed
  • San Joaquin County Department of Child Support Services

    409 E Market St, Stockton, CA 95202, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Child support services and family support

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • San Joaquin County Family Justice Center

    400 E Main St 7th Floor, Stockton, CA 95202, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Public benefits and family services

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

Domestic violence & safety

2 listed
  • Child Abuse Prevention Council of San Joaquin County

    540 N California St, Stockton, CA 95202, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Women's Center-Youth & Family Services

    620 N San Joaquin St, Stockton, CA 95202, USA

    Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

Disability & special needs

1 listed
  • The Arc San Joaquin

    41 W Yokuts Ave, Stockton, CA 95207, USA

    Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

Community centers & general help

5 listed
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Other

1 listed
  • United Way of San Joaquin County

    777 N Pershing Ave #2b, Stockton, CA 95203, USA

    Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    The local United Way. It funds community agencies rather than giving help directly, and can point you to the right one.

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Wherever you are

National helplines, open to every family

These work anywhere in the United States, most of them around the clock.

  • Feeding America Food Bank Finder

    Find your local Feeding America food bank and nearby pantries anywhere in the United States.

    Who it is for: Open to everyone

  • SNAP Food Assistance (USDA state directory)

    Apply for SNAP (food stamps) to help buy groceries. Use the directory to find your state SNAP office and application.

    Who it is for: Income-eligible households

  • USDA National Hunger Hotline

    Monday to Friday, 7am to 10pm ET

    Free help finding food assistance anywhere in the country. Call to be connected with food pantries, meal sites, and benefit programs. Available in English and Spanish.

    Who it is for: Open to everyone

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  • National Diaper Bank Network

    Find a diaper bank near you anywhere in the United States.

    Who it is for: Families in need of diapers

  • National Maternal Mental Health Hotline

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Free, confidential support before, during, and after pregnancy. Call or text 24/7; interpreter services available.

    Who it is for: Pregnant and postpartum people and their families

  • Postpartum Support International

    Support and resources for parents experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety challenges. Call or text the helpline to be connected with local support.

    Who it is for: New and expecting parents

  • WIC Nutrition Program (USDA)

    Free healthy food, nutrition support, and breastfeeding help for pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children under 5. Find and apply at your local WIC clinic.

    Who it is for: Income-eligible pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children under 5

  • Find a Health Center (HRSA)

    Find a community health center near you that provides care on a sliding fee scale, regardless of insurance or ability to pay.

    Who it is for: Open to all; sliding-scale fees

  • Health Insurance Marketplace (HealthCare.gov)

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Enroll in health coverage for your family, with financial help based on income. Call or apply online; the call center is open 24/7.

    Who it is for: Open to all; subsidies based on income

  • Insure Kids Now (Medicaid and CHIP for children)

    Free or low-cost health and dental coverage for children and teens through Medicaid and CHIP. Call to be connected with your state program and get help enrolling.

    Who it is for: Children and teens in income-eligible families

  • Childcare.gov

    Find child care options, financial assistance, and your state child care resources anywhere in the United States.

    Who it is for: Open to all families

  • Head Start and Early Head Start

    Free early education, child care, and family support for income-eligible families with children from birth to age 5. Use the locator to find a program near you.

    Who it is for: Income-eligible families with children birth to age 5

  • 211 (United Way)

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Free, confidential help available 24/7 in every state. Dial 211 to connect with local resources for housing, food, utilities, healthcare, and more.

    Who it is for: Open to everyone

  • HUD Housing Counseling

    Free, HUD-approved counseling for renters and homeowners. Get help finding rental assistance, avoiding eviction or foreclosure, and locating affordable housing.

    Who it is for: Open to renters and homeowners

  • National Runaway Safeline

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Help and resources for youth experiencing homelessness or thinking about running away, and for their families. Available 24/7 by call, text, or chat.

    Who it is for: Youth and families

  • LIHEAP Energy Assistance (National Energy Assistance Referral)

    Monday to Friday, 9am to 7pm ET

    Free help paying heating and cooling bills. Call to be connected with the energy assistance office that serves your area, or visit EnergyHelp.us to find it.

    Who it is for: Income-eligible households

  • 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Free, confidential crisis support available 24/7 for anyone in emotional distress or thinking about suicide. Call or text 988, or chat online. Help is available in English and Spanish.

    Who it is for: Anyone in crisis; free and confidential

  • Disaster Distress Helpline

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Free, confidential crisis counseling for anyone in emotional distress related to a disaster. Call or text 24/7.

    Who it is for: Anyone affected by a disaster

  • SAMHSA National Helpline

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information for mental health and substance use, in English and Spanish.

    Who it is for: Open to everyone; free and confidential

  • Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline

    24/7 confidential support for children, teens, parents, and anyone worried about a child. Counselors answer questions, talk through difficult situations, and connect you with local resources. Call or text.

  • National Domestic Violence Hotline

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Free, confidential support 24/7 for anyone affected by domestic violence. Call, text START to 88788, or chat online to talk with an advocate, plan for safety, and find local help.

    Who it is for: Anyone affected by domestic violence; free and confidential

  • RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Free, confidential support for survivors of sexual assault, available 24/7. Call or chat online to reach a trained advocate.

    Who it is for: Survivors of sexual assault; free and confidential

  • Find Legal Aid (Legal Services Corporation)

    Search for the free civil legal aid office that serves your county. LSC funds nonprofit legal aid organizations in every state for issues like housing, custody, benefits, and debt.

  • LawHelp.org (free legal aid finder)

    Find free legal aid and self-help resources in your state for housing, family, public benefits, safety, and more.

    Who it is for: Income-eligible individuals and families

  • CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)

    Free job search help, training and certification info, and resume guidance from the U.S. Department of Labor. Use the Local Help section to find your nearest American Job Center for free in-person employment services.

  • 211 Transportation Help (United Way)

    Free, confidential referrals to local transportation help such as rides to medical appointments, bus passes, and gas vouchers where available. If you have Medicaid, also ask your state Medicaid office about free rides to covered medical appointments.

  • Boys & Girls Clubs of America (club finder)

    After-school and summer programs for ages 6 to 18, including sports leagues, STEM labs, and meals at many clubs. Use the finder to locate a club near you.

  • Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

    Free, age-appropriate books mailed each month to children from birth to age 5, at no cost to families. Available where a local program operates; use the finder to check your area and register your child online.

    Who it is for: Any Missouri child under age 5, regardless of income

  • YMCA (Find Your Y)

    Youth programs, child care, camps, and family activities at local YMCAs nationwide. Use the locator to find your nearest Y and see which youth programs it offers.

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