Supportive Services for Students
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COVID-19 TESTING SITESThere are no out-of-pocket costs for medically-necessary testing. If you have medical insurance, Verily or OptumServe will bill your insurance company (see testing sites below). If you’re uninsured, the government pays for your test.
www.co.fresno.ca.us/departments/public-health/covid-19/covid-19-testing-sites |
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Aunt Bertha - Social Care NetworkAunt Bertha’s network connects people seeking help and verified social care providers that serve them. This is completely free, with no ads, and we don’t market to people using the platform, which is an easy-to-understand and clean experience for users.
Enter your zip code, and choose what services you are searching for to find the best resource providers in your area. auntbertha.com |
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United Way Fresno and Madera CountiesAs many as one-third of individuals do not make enough money to meet their most basics needs. 40 million individuals are currently working in low paying jobs without appropriate health care or vacation time or holidays. Things such as saving for college, buying a home, or even retirement is off the table for most families. United Way Fresno and Madera Counties is here to bridge the gap between working families and needed resources.
At United Way, we seek to advance the health, education, and wellbeing of all people living within Fresno and Madera Counties. www.uwfm.org |
Childcare Services
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Children's Services NetworkChildren’s Services Network provides the necessary support, education, and linkage of community resources to advocate for high quality care for all children.
cvcsn.org |
Food Pantries
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Central California FoodbankCentral California Food Bank serves over 280,000 people each month in Fresno, Madera, Kings, Kern, and Tulare Counties through a variety of programs. Join us in the fight against hunger.
ccfoodbank.org 559.237.3663 |
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Fresno City College - Ram PantryThe Ram Pantry is a free food assistance program for college students currently enrolled at Fresno City College with an Associated Student Body (ASB) card.
www.fresnocitycollege.edu/campus-life/ram-pantry/index.html rampantry@fresnocitycollege.edu |
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Clovis Community College - Crush PantryThe Crush Pantry is a free food assistance program for students currently enrolled at Clovis Community College
www.cloviscollege.edu/campus-life/crush-pantry.html 559.325.5235 during open hours 559.325.5243 use when closed |
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Madera County Food BankThe Madera County Food Bank services the entire city of Madera, Chowchilla, Fairmead and all our mountain areas that including Raymond, Coarsegold, Oakhurst and North Fork.
www.maderafoodbank.com Emergency Food 559.674.2992 |
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Madera Community College - Lion’s DenThe Lions’ Den Food Pantry is open for business to all MCC & OCCC students
www.maderacenter.com/campus-life/lions-den-food-pantry.html |
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Reedley College - Tiger PantryThe Tiger Pantry offers non-perishable food items, personal toiletries, fresh produce and vegetables, and school supplies to all currently enrolled Reedley College students.
www.reedleycollege.edu/campus-life/student-activities/tiger-pantry.html |
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The Fresno CenterThe Fresno Center is the one stop shop that promotes cross cultural understanding and cultural preservation.
fresnocenter.org 559.255.8395 |
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Food Stamps - CALFRESHCalFresh is California's food stamps (SNAP) program. Apply to get up to $194 a month per household member on an EBT card.
www.getcalfresh.org |
Behavioral/Mental Health Services
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Managed Care DivisionThe Managed Care Division of the Department of Behavioral Health oversees the mental health services for Fresno County's Medi-Cal beneficiaries who receive services from private (contracted) providers.
www.co.fresno.ca.us/departments/behavioral-health/managed-care 559.600.4645 |
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Madera County Behavioral Health ServicesCrisis Help Line: 1.888.506.5991
Non-crisis Services for you and your family call our office at 559.673.3508. |
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National Suicide Prevention HotlineThe National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We're committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.
suicidepreventionlifeline.org 1.800.273.8255 |
Transportation Services
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California’s Low Cost Auto Program (CLCA) California’s Low Cost Auto (CLCA) Insurance program is a state-sponsored program that makes auto insurance affordable, helping you drive responsibly and legally. Sponsored by the California Department of Insurance.
mylowcostauto.com 866.602.8861 |
Libraries
Local libraries offer E-Registration, e-books, virtual homework help and much more. Contact your county library for more information.
Low-Cost Internet
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Fresno State Connect InitiativeThe Fresno State Connect Initiative provides low-cost internet services outreach. Programs are available for internet services as low as $10/month to households eligible for W.I.C, SNAP/CalFresh, free/reduced lunch, live in public housing, is a senior age of 62 and older or are on SSI. Some households are also eligible for a free Chromebook laptop. Community members are encouraged to call 855-456-9995 for more information.
www.fresnostate.edu/academics/oced/initiatives/connectinitiative.html 888.272.8315 (888.2SA.VE15) |
Immigration Services
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New American Legal Clinic (NALC)The New American Legal Clinic (NALC) is a full-service immigration legal clinic, training law students in immigration law and serving under resourced individuals in our community. NALC provides legal services at no charge.
www.sjcl.edu/index.php/nalc 559.323.2100 |
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The Fresno Center - Immigration ServicesThe Fresno Center (TFC) has over 10 years of experience in providing immigration assistance especially in naturalization services. TFC’s naturalization services are free of charge. TFC provides access to free legal services for those who seek naturalization services at TFC.
thefresnocenter.weebly.com/immigration-services.html 559.255.8395 |
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Education and Leadership Foundation (ELF)The Education and Leadership Foundation is a community benefit non-profit organization that provides education, civic engagement, and immigration services. We provide professional development seminars, leadership development, professional development internships, scholarships, and volunteer opportunities through collaboration with other organizations.
www.education-leadership.org 559.291.5428 |
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UFW FoundationUFW Foundation offers free services for our community with Immigration , Citizenship, and DACA questions, including free consultations and pre-screens for Citizenship and DACA renewals remotely from home due to COVID.
www.ufwfoundation.org 1.877.881.8281 |
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The State Center Adult Education Consortium connects adult learners to educational programs and services that assist with seamless transitions into the workforce and/or post-secondary education.
Transition Support Services for Adult Students:
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