RIL Services & Advocacy Information & Referral
RIL provides warm referrals to partner agencies to over 7,000 persons annually. If you would like basic information about our programs and services, or have questions about local resources and just don't know where to start, we can assist you with making an appropriate connection.
For more information, please complete our Contact Us form or call (916) 446-3074 during regular business hours.
Search Below for Information & Referral Resources:
Advocacy
Californians For Disability Rights (CDR)
Website: http://www.disabilityrights-cdr.org
Contact: 916-447-2237
Description:
Improving the quality of life for all persons with any disability through education and training, by working to remove barriers through advocacy and change in public policy.
Disability Rights California (DRC)
Website: https://www.disabilityrightsca.org
Contact: 916-504-5800
Description:
DRC works to bring about fairness and justice for people with disabilities. To reach those goals, DRC may file lawsuits on behalf of individuals or groups, investigate charges of abuse and neglect, build peer/self-advocacy group, provide information to those who may not know about their rights and more.
Employment
California Department of Rehabilitation – DOR Office Locations
Website: https://www.dor.ca.gov
Contact:
Main Number-Placerville Branch
530-626-0900
Main Administration
916-324-1313
Description:
Vocational rehabilitation and employment services creating opportunities for people with disabilities. Helps people with disabilities get and keep jobs to maximize their ability to live independently in their communities. Services include: employment counseling training and education, mobility and transportation aids, job search and placement assistance. Specialized services for the blind, visually impaired, deaf and hard of hearing.
Family Services
Birth & Beyond – Family Resource Center
Website: https://www.birth-beyondfrc.com
Contact:
Sacramento Children’s Home location
916-679-3743
River Oak Center for Children location
916-244-5800
La Familia Counceling Center
916-452-3601
Description:
A Family Resource Center (FRC) offering a variety of free programs to families with children up to the age of 18 that live within Sacramento County.
Major Programs:
- Birth & Beyond In-Home Visitation – Assistance for at-risk families, that are pregnant or have children birth – 17 years old, improve their parenting skills in order to reduce instances of abuse and neglect in the community.
- Parent Education – Workshops at the Family Resource Center are available at no charge that covers a variety of parenting issues.
- Programs specifically for the 6 – 11-year age groups.
Other services located within the FRC include, but not limited to:
- Crisis intervention and CPS joint visitation
- Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) assistance
- Play & Learn classes
- Baby bonding classes
- Nutrition classes
- Healthy marriage & Spanish moms support group
- Stress management & coping
- Socialization & recreational activities
- Sign language infant communication class
- Free baby car seats available after completion of classes
- Group exercise classes
Limited transportation available to current clients to get to FRC classes and events. Playcare available to current clients attending classes.
Sacramento City Unified School District – Youth & Family Resource Centers
Website: https://www.scusd.edu/student-support-centers
Contact: 916-643-9144
Description:
Youth and family resource centers serving families with children attending Sacramento City Unified School District. A spectrum of integrated support that spans the areas of youth development, family services, academic enrichment, health and mental health. Targeted primarily to low-achieving students, YFRC services address critical student needs that pose barriers to learning.
Student Services
- Advocacy
- Counseling
- Classroom Support
- Conflict Resolution
- Dental Screening
- Mentoring
- Recreational Activities
- School Supplies/Uniforms
- Tutoring
- Youth Development Activities
Family Services
- Case Management
- ESL and Citizenship Classes
- Health Insurance Enrollment
- Home Visits
- Immunization Clinics
- Parenting Classes
- Parent Leadership
School Services
- Attendance Services
- Community and School Safety
- Crisis Intervention
- SART Participation
- Student Study Team Support
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- Translation Services
Financial Help (Income & Benefits)
California Department of Social Services – Public Assistance
Website: https://www.cdss.ca.gov
Contact: 916-651-8848 / 800-952-5253
Description:
Supervises the administration of financial aid and CalFresh (formerly known as food stamps) benefits for eligible low-income California families. Handles inquiries, complaints, and requests for administrative hearings concerning public assistance benefits for CalFresh, TANF and General Assistance.
Responsible for State supervision of Title XX-mandated social services, licensing of community care facilities, disability claims evaluation, and adoption services.
California Employment Development Department – Disability Insurance
Website: https://www.edd.ca.gov/disability/sdi_online.htm
Contact:
English
1-800-480-3287
Spanish
1-866-658-8846
Fraud Reporting
1-800-229-6297
Description:
Provides affordable, short-term benefits to eligible workers who suffer a loss of wages when they are unable to work due to a non-work-related illness or injury, or due to pregnancy.
Coalition of California Welfare Rights Organizations
Website: https://www.ccwro.org/advocateresources
Contact: 916-736-0616
Description:
Provides advice, co-counseling, forms-completion, and full representation on issues relating to public benefit programs such as CalWORKs, refugee assistance, CalFresh, SSI, General Assistance, Medi-Cal, child care and the welfare employment programs, litigation regarding these programs, and legislative/administrative advocacy. Training to welfare rights groups or interested parties on CalWORKs, General Assistance, food stamps, and welfare. Representation of low-income clients in dealings with the welfare department, including representation at administrative hearings when referred by a legal service. Class action suit specialist on staff.
Sacramento County Department of Human Assistance – General Assistance
Website: http://www.dha.saccounty.net/Pages/default.aspx
Contact: 916-874-3100
Description:
Provides assistance to all eligible indigent residents of Sacramento County who are at least eighteen (18) years of age, unemployed or verified unemployable and who have no other means of support. It is a re-payment program and is intended to provide short-term financial assistance and limited services that will enable a recipient either to find employment or to obtain support from another source.
United States Social Security Administration – Field Offices
Website: https://www.ssa.gov/site/menu/en/
Contact: 855-782-9153 / 800-772-1213
Description:
NOTE: Card services are NOT available at any of the field offices. Clients need to fill out the Application for a Social Security Card (Form SS-5).
Administers Titles II and XVI of the Social Security Act by processing applications for monthly cash benefits for:
- Retirement benefits to workers over age 62 and eligible dependents (SS).
- Disability Benefits [SSDI (also referred to as SSD)] to workers severely disabled prior to age 65.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for the needy aged, blind, and disabled individuals.
- Survivor Benefits to eligible dependents of deceased workers, including a lump-sum payment of $255 to assist with funeral/burial expenses. (limited to a surviving spouse or an entitled child)
- Ticket To Work program helps SS beneficiaries to find work.
- Medicare enrollment applications. (Assistance available to complete application), Online application available at www.socialsecurity.gov/medicareonly
- Medicare Handbook available online
Financial Help (Money Management)
Money Management International
Website: https://www.moneymanagement.org
Contact: 866-889-9347 Customer Service
Description:
Credit counseling and education programs available for personal money management and debt repayment, including home default, foreclosure counseling, and student loans. May intercede with creditors and others on behalf of the client to adjust or negotiate payments for debt management program. Workshops on topics related to credit, money management, bankruptcy, and housing issues. Evenings, Saturdays, and phone appointments are available. Counseling also available via the internet.
Free home loan default, foreclosure credit counseling is available by appointment (confidential, one-on-one). Reverse mortgage and bankruptcy counseling also available for a fee.
Financial Help (Utilities)
Energy Crisis Intervention Program – Community Resource Project
Website: http://www.communityresourceproject.org/Services/Energy-Programs
Contact:
916-567-5200
Yuba/Sutter
520-671-7590
Description:
Provides assistance to eligible households that are in a crisis situation. Examples include a household that has received a 24- to 48-hour disconnect notice or service termination by its utility company or a household facing an energy-related crisis of life-threatening emergency in the applicant’s household, including a combustible appliance.
Eligiblity
To qualify for ECIP Applicants must:
Be a resident within the Community Resource Project, Inc. Northern California region.
Be low-income.
Have a valid social security card.
Provide current income verification (pay stubs for the previous 6 weeks).
Present ID such as a driver’s license, California ID, and/or valid US identification.
Provide pages 1-3 of current energy bill or 48-hour notice or shut off or provide a current receipt of wood, propane, home heating oil, or gas.
Income Guidelines
- 1 Person: $2,092.98 Monthly, $25,115.76 Annually;
- 2 People: $2,743.52 Monthly, $32,922.24 Annually;
- 3 People: $3,389.05 Monthly, $40,668.60 Annually;
- 4 People: $4,034.58 Monthly, $48,414.96 Annually;
- 5 People: $4,680.12 Monthly, $56,161.44 Annually;
- 6 People: $5,325.65 Monthly, $63,907.80 Annually;
- 7 People: $5,446.69 Monthly, $65,360.28 Annually;
Avaliablity
Up to 1 time every 12 month(s).
Application Process
Call to schedule an appointment or download the application. Mail or bring completed application to the County office you reside in.
Documents Required
- Copies of all sources of income from everyone residing in your home for the last 6 weeks.
- Copies of your current utility statement all pages from SMUD, PG&E, Propane, Oil, and Wood bills.
- Copies of Social Security card and a State-issued identification for all adults in the household.
- Rental agreement or a receipt, or mortgage statement showing the rent amount, utility allowance and reimbursement payment. You will find this information on you calculation summary page or HUD-50059 form when you do a yearly certification with these programs.
Francis House Center – A Program of Next Move
Website: https://www.nextmovesacramento.org/family_shelter/francis-house-center/
Contact: 916-443-2546
Description:
Works to help families stabilize their housing by providing financial assistance for utility assistance. Eligibility is families and individuals in need of financial assistance to help stabilize their housing situation.
Utility Assistance: A PAST DUE utility bill with your name on it, a receipt from the utility company that you paid your said portion of the bill, with your name on it. In addition, must meet income guidelines of:
Federal Poverty Income Guidelines (Cash ONLY, do not include CalFresh):
- 1 person – $1,011.66
- 2 people – $1,371.66
- 3 people – $1,731.99
- 4 people – $2,091.66
- 5 people – $2,451.66
- 6 people – $2,811.66
- 7 people – $3,171.66
- 8 people – $3,531.66
- 9 people – $3,891.66
- 10 people – $4,251.66
CSBG eligible incimes for households receiving TANF or CalWorks
- 1 person – $1264.58
- 2 people – $1714.58
- 3 people – $2164.58
- 4 people – $2614.58
- 5 people – $3064.58
- 6 people – $3514.58
- 7 people – $3964.58
- 8 people – $4414.58
- 9 people – $4864.58
- 10 people – $ 5314.58
Availability
Up to 1 time every 1 year(s).
Application Process
Telephone for appointment. Please note that an appointment does not guarantee assistance, as all requirements must be met.
Payment Methods
No fee
Documents Required
Identification, proof of all income sources for members living in the household, if you are currently in a program of any kind and have a worker, we need a letter on your behalf requesting the assistance, If you are not in a program, we need a letter from you requesting what assistance you need and the reason. Utility Assistance: A PAST DUE utility bill with your name on it, a receipt from the utility company that you paid your said portion of the bill, with your name on it.
Food (Groceries)
Central Downtown Food Basket
Website: http://cdfb.org
Contact: 916-761-5624
Description:
The Central Downtown Food Basket distributes USDA commodities, special dietary foods, baby formula, and hygiene products when available, through three separate locations in Sacramento County, to anyone with limited resources. Volunteer opportunities.
River City Food Bank (Choice Model Emergency Food Distribution)
Website: https://rivercityfoodbank.org
Contact:
916-446-2627
Food boxes for families with children and seniors. Guidelines to request a food box:
916-447-3268
Contact by phone or via online form prior to arriving
Pickup days are Tuesdays & Thursdays; 1 – 2 pm Only
Must bring a valid ID and utility bill showing current address
Description:
A three-day supply of emergency food once a calendar month, including travel size toiletries, baby food, formula, and diapers when available. Other services include:
- Needs assessment
- Information and referral
- Follow-up
- Client advisory
- Crisis intervention
Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services (Produce for All program)
Website: https://www.sacramentofoodbank.org/produce-for-all
Contact: 916-456-1980
Description:
Food is distributed from different locations throughout Sacramento County each month. Consult the website for the partner agency distribution times and locations. Use the Mapply Search tool to find the locations closest to you.
Distribution items for the Produce For All program are fresh fruits and vegetables. Clients receive 15-35 pounds of fresh produce per recipient. Food demonstrations, recipe cards, and nutrition information may be available during distribution. Clients are not limited to the frequency that they can go to these food distributions in a month. CalFresh application assistance and educational resources will be available during Produce for All distributions.
Union Gospel Mission Sacramento (Food Basket Program)
Website: https://ugmsac.com/food-box-program/
Contact: 916-447-3268
Description:
Food boxes for families with children and seniors. Guidelines to request a food box:
- Contact by phone or via online form prior to arriving
- Must bring a valid ID and utility bill showing current address
- Pickup days are Tuesdays & Thursdays from 1-2pm only
Health Care Services (Medical/Dental Care)
Kaiser Permanente – Medical Center
Contact:
Sacramento-Morse Avenue
916-973-5000
South Sacramento
916-688-2000
Roseville
916-784-4000
Member services
1-800-464-4000
Medicare members
1-800-443-0815
Description:
Full inpatient and emergency services, critical care, medical and surgical services, adult medicine, laboratory, pharmacy, adult medicine, x-rays, obstetrics/gynecology, physical therapy, health education center, pediatrics, dermatology, eye care, allergy, podiatry and other outpatient services to enrolled health plan members. Hospice program. Hospital and emergency room open to the community. Medical office facilities are available to health plan members only. Health Education Center and some health education programs are open to the community. Confidential HIV antibody testing is available to health plan members by appointment with a primary care provider.
Loaves & Fishes – Mercy Clinic
Website: http://www.sacloaves.org/programs
Contact: 916-446-3345
Description:
Health service and information clinic for homeless individuals to come to receive assistance obtaining the health care they need. A collaborative effort including Dignity Health, Sacramento County, and Loaves & Fishes. Registered Nurses identify patient’s immediate and long-term needs and assist with linkage to available care for health, dental, mental health, and social services. TB screening for mandated shelters.
Mercy General Hospital
Contact: 916-453-4545
Description:
General acute hospital care and related services.
- Cancer Care
- Emergency Services
- Heart and Vascular
- Neurology
- Orthopedics
- Women’s Health
- Health Education
Mercy San Juan Medical Center
Contact: 916-537-5000
Description:
Comprehensive trauma care, general acute hospital care and related services.
- Cancer Care
- Emergency Services
- Heart and Vascular
- Neurology
- Orthopedics
- Women’s Health
- Health Education
Methodist Hospital of Sacramento
Website: https://www.dignityhealth.org/sacramento/locations/methodist-hospital-of-sacramento
Contact: 916-423-3000
Description:
General acute hospital care and related services.
- Cancer Care
- Emergency Services
- Heart and Vascular
- Neurology
- Orthopedics
- Women’s Health
- Health Education
One Community Health – Midtown Campus
Website: https://onecommunityhealth.com/locations/midtown-campus/
Contact:
Main number and for appointments
916-443-3299
Dental appointments
916-914-6221
Pharmacy
916-914-6256
Description:
Federal Qualified Health Center providing the Sacramento community with comprehensive health care services. Services provided include:
- Primary medical care – preventive care; routine checkups; immunizations; chronic illness
- Dental care – pediatric and adult dentistry including exams; X-rays; cleanings; fillings; root canals; extractions; crowns; bridges; dentures; urgent dental care; fluoride treatments; and mouth guards.
- Pharmacy – access to steeply discounted medications
- Clinical Pharmacy – individual consultations for medication therapy management; education
- Mental health services – individual, couples and family; psychiatric evaluation; medication management
- Substance abuse treatment – screening; assessment; and outpatient group; individual treatment
- HIV medical care – antiretroviral therapy; support groups; partner services; case management
- HIV/STD testing – free on a walk-in basis, or by appointment
- Urgent Care Clinic on Saturdays – Limited services for urgent needs (not required to be a patient), some dental appointments scheduled for established patients
- Assistance with Covered California Enrollment and Medi-Cal enrollment
Shriners Hospitals for Children – Northern California
Website: https://www.sutterhealth.org/smcs
Contact:
Main line (24 hours)
916-453-2000
Patient referral center
916-453-2191
Emergency referral
916-453-2111
Description:
Acute and rehabilitative inpatient and outpatient services to children with complex medical needs that include orthopedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries, scars from any cause, cleft lip, gastro-intestical diseases, ano-rectal disorders, chest wall malformation and other surgical needs. Physical and occupational therapy, recreation therapy, on-site school, school re-entry program, pet therapy, assistance dogs.
In cases of spinal cord injury or burns, will serve patients throughout the Western United States, Canada and Mexico. Partners with emergency air ambulances to transport critically injured children and coordinates transportation for patients whose families cannot provide or afford transportation.
Any child under 18 is eligible for admission if child’s condition is within the scope of services provided. Care may continue until age 21.
Sutter Medical Center
Contact:
Main number for hospital
916-887-0000
Physician referral line
1-800-478-8837
Patient resource center
1-800-866-7724
Description:
General acute medical care, surgical services, and sub-acute care with specialty services in neurology and neurosurgery, orthopedics, adult oncology, maternity services, pediatrics, organ transplantation; 24-hours emergency services, hospice care and support groups, spine and diabetes care.
WellSpace Health
Website: http://www.wellspacehealth.org
Contact:
Information and appointments for Community Health Centers
916-737-5555
Description:
Provides comprehensive medical care for every member of the family, from newborns to seniors. Staff is available to help with enrollment in Medi-Cal or other programs than can cover services. Same day urgent care appointments may be available.
Homelessness (Shelters)
Francis House – A Program of Next Move
Website: https://www.nextmovesacramento.org/francis-house-center/
Contact: 916-443-2646
Description:
Emergency motel vouchers for parents or guardians with minor children and pregnant women in the last trimester (7 months).
Sister Nora’s Place
Website: http://www.sacloaves.org/programs/sisternorasplace
Contact:
916-669-7000
1351 North C Street, Sacramento, CA 95811
Description:
An emergency overnight shelter designed to provide a safe, hospitable and welcoming environment for chronically homeless women with a mental health diagnosis. Its residents receive one-on-one services which includes case management and a variety of motivational and life-skill classes in preparing them to transition to stable permanent housing.
The Salvation Army
Website: https://sacramento.salvationarmy.org/sacramento_metro/center-of-hope-shelter/
Contact: 916-442-0331
Description:
Lodging and meals for homeless single women and veterans for 30 days, including a support system of multiple resources and specialized programs. Offers job development, computer training, employment counseling, referral to mental health services, recreational activities, referral to substance abuse counseling, Alcoholics Anonymous, alternative housing, spiritual counseling, chapel services, and bible studies. Case management, counseling, and referral services provided for other needs.TB test required. Free TB tests given by Mercy Clinic- Loaves & Fishes.
Missing Persons phone line helps people locate a family member who has been missing for more than 6 months.
Union Gospel Mission
Website: https://ugmsac.com
Contact:
916-447-3268
400 Bannon Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
Description:
Shelter, food, clothing, mail room service, haircuts, showers, and counseling service through spiritual guidance for men. Blankets, tarps and sleeping bags provided when available. Provides bicycles to those in need. Check-in time for overnight guests is from 5:30 to 6:45 pm on a first-come/first serve basis. Attending chapel is mandatory to receive services. Maximum stay is seven days with three days out before returning. TB test required. Free TB tests given by Mercy Clinic – Loaves & Fishes. Men can come in off the streets to get clean clothes and shower at no cost. Open to all homeless men even if not staying at the shelter. Toiletries provided.
Volunteers of America (Men’s Shelter)
Website: https://www.voa-ncnn.org/mens-shelter-sacramento
Contact:
916-448-5507
Admistrative offices/all programs
916-265-3400
1400 North A Street, Building B, Sacramento, CA 95814
Description:
Men’s temporary shelter. Provides emergency shelter and meals (depending on availability) for 10 hours, starting at 8 pm that evening, until 6 am the following morning. Beds are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Volunteers of America (Senior Safe House)
Website: https://www.voa-ncnn.org/sacramento-senior-safe-house
Contact:
916-265-3400
3434 Marconi Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95821
Description:
Emergency shelter (up to 30 days) with 24-hour support for seniors (singles and couples) who are being abused, neglected, exploited or any senior needing shelter. The shelter is distinguished from other emergency shelter options by its home-like environment. Staff members and volunteers provide seniors in need with nutritious meals, emotional support, social interaction and reassurance, housekeeping and laundry service, and referrals to additional services. TB test required. Free TB tests given by Mercy Clinic – Loaves & Fishes.
Legal Assistance
Lawyer Referral and Information Service
Website: https://www.sacbar.org/home/for-the-public/lawyer-referral-and-information-service/
Contact: 916-564-6707
Description:
Lawyer referral service for people requiring the services of an attorney. Sets one-half hour consultation appointments by phone or online with an attorney for any member of the public calling in need of legal assistance in matters pertaining to the following areas of law:
- Administrative
- Adoption
- Appellate (Civil and Criminal)
- Bankruptcy
- Civil Litigation
- Conservatorship
- Copyright
- Corporation
- Criminal Law
- Employment
- Family Law
- General Business
- General Panel: Civil Rights, Education, Insurance, Military Law, Patent, Securities
- Guardianship
- Immigration and Naturalization
- Juvenile Court
- Landlord – Tenant
- Legal Malpractice
- Medical Malpractice
- Personal Injury
- Probate
- Real Estate Transactions
- Social Security Disability
- Taxation
- Trademark
- Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning
- Workers’ Compensation
Legal Services of Northern California – Sacramento County
Website: https://lsnc.net
Contact: 916-551-2150
Description:
Free legal services to low-income eligible clients in civil law matters such as housing, health, welfare, Social Security, landlord/tenant rights, unemployment, discrimination, and education. Assistance is given with 3-day notices and other types of eviction notices. Most services delivered through self-help counseling. No legal service offered via internet; website is informational only.
Program: Senior Legal Hotline
Website: https://lsnc.net/slh
Contact:
800-222-1753
916-551-2140
Description:
Provides free legal advice and counsel to Sacramento County residents age 60 and over, on a variety of civil legal issues, including but not limited to:
- Public benefits (Social Security, Supplemental Security, Supplemental Security Income, food stamps, etc…)
- Landlord/tenant disputes
- Housing Law
- Debt and consumer issues (debt collection, identity theft, scams, etc…)
- Estate Planning
- Financial and physical elder abuse
Eligibilty
Ages 60+. No age or income limit on Western States Pension Assistance Project.
Tommy Clinkenbeard Legal Clinic – Loaves & Fishes
Website: http://www.sacloaves.org/programs/legal-clinic-community-service
Contact: 916-446-0368
Description:
Provides free legal services at Loaves & Fishes to homeless people relating to infractions and misdemeanors in Sacramento County. The legal clinic also manages court-ordered community service sentences for homeless people to pay fines in lieu of incarceration. Community service workers provide trash pick-up, clerical assistance, or may be chosen to work in the kitchen, garden, warehouse or are chosen for special projects.
Assists those who have warrants, or tickets. Guests with non-criminal legal issues who have questions can also talk to the volunteer lawyers. Assistance with criminal record expungement. Screening for eligibility for public benefits, health care, veteran’s assistance, and low-income housing programs.
Public Defender Clinic offered monthly. A Public Defender comes to discuss legal concerns with clients and then schedules them for the Loaves & Fishes court at Sacramento Superior. It gives a guest court representation with a lawyer.
Loaves & Fishes Court offered monthly. At this court appointment they are assigned the appropriate community service hours and a due date instead of a financial fine.
Seniors
California Department of Social Services – Community Care Licensing Division
Website: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/Community-Care-Licensing
Contact: 916-651-6040
Description:
Licenses non-medical residential care homes for the elderly, dependent adults, and children. Investigates complaints about violations of regulations in care facilities including foster family homes, group homes for children, adult residential facilities, and residential care facilities for the chronically ill and for the elderly. Monitors facilities to ensure compliance with licensing regulations covering physical plant, food service, personal rights and supervision, and pursues corrective action. Provides referrals to Adult Residential and Daycare facilities, Assisted Living, 24 Hour Residential Care for Children, Foster Family Agencies, and Home Care organizations.
California Department of Veterans Affairs
Website: https://www.calvet.ca.gov
Contact: 800-952-5626
Description:
Educational benefits including the Yellow Ribbon Program for disabled or deceased veterans’ children; assists veterans in filing claims for benefits from US Veterans Affairs Department; oversees and funds the County Veteran Service Offices program; manages the Medi-Cal “Cost Avoidance” program. Aggressive outreach provided to those veterans living on the streets and in shelters who would otherwise not seek assistance.
LeadingAge California
Website: https://www.leadingageca.org
Contact: 916-392-5111
Description:
California state’s leading advocate for quality, not-for-profit senior living and care. Represents nearly 600 nonprofit members providing information regarding affordable housing, continuing care retirement communities, assisted living, skilled nursing, and home and community-based care; as well as business partners and residents. The association’s advocacy, educational programs, and public relations help its members best serve the needs of the state’s older adults.
Substance Abuse
Another Choice, Another Chance
Website: http://acacsac.org
Contact: 916-388-9418
Description:
Behavioral health treatment center that specializes in providing alcohol and drug counseling for individuals, groups, and families. Clean and sober living program for individuals who are new in recovery and need support to prevent relapse. Mental health services for youth ages 7 – 21 including psychiatric services, post-adoption services, and trauma treatment. Family counseling includes support, parenting classes, education and networking opportunities. Distracted driving program for youth 14 – 19 who are new drivers.
C.O.R.E. Medical Clinic
Website: https://www.coremedicalclinic.com
Contact: 916-442-4985
Description:
Outpatient methadone maintenance and buprenorphine treatment for opiate addicts. Individual and group counseling; medical services; acupuncture, psychiatric evaluation, and treatment. Specialized pregnancy program for opiate-addicted pregnant women. Opiate withdrawal for opiate addicts. 21-day or 180-day medically supervised withdrawal; physical examination and lab findings; individual and group counseling; psychiatric evaluation and treatment; referral for post-withdrawal treatment. Smoking cessation classes available for clinic patients.
Sacramento Community Clinics – HALO
Website: http://halocares.org
Contact:
Assembly Court Clinic
916-642-1867
Del Paso Clinic
916-924-7988
Southgate Clinic
916-428-3788
Description:
A Federally Qualified Healthcare Center (FQHC) with the majority of services rendered towards Medi-Cal, Medicare, and uninsured patients (sliding scale fee). Services offered include primary care, immunizations, mental health, anger management, chiropractic, family planning, OB/GYN, hearing & vision screening, podiatry, dermatology, physical therapy, wellness, and prevention education, specialist referrals, and substance abuse.
The Salvation Army – Adult Rehabilitation Center
Website: https://sacramentoarc.salvationarmy.org/sacramento_adult_rehabilitation_center/
Contact: 916-441-5278
Description:
Six-month residential treatment program for men with chemical dependency issues. Work therapy assignments and training, Faith-based and supportive psychological counseling and groups, GED and educational training, and planned leisure time activities. 12-step program. 89 beds. Waiting list. Volunteer opportunities are available.
Valley Recovery Center of California – Intensive Outpatient Program
Website: https://valleyrecovery.com
Contact: 888-985-3099
Description:
Offers intensive therapeutic support for addiction recovery. Program groups are offered by Master’s level therapists who assist patients with managing emotions, behaviors, and cognitions to prevent relapse. Allows flexibility for patients who are concerned about balancing their recovery with work or school commitments. Outpatient groups are offered daily in the morning, afternoon, and evening.