Family Support

Norma Alonzo
E: [email protected] 
P: (510) 618-4300 x2794

Angelica Franco
E: [email protected] 
P: (510) 618-4370  x3494

Gloria Fernandez
E: [email protected] 
P: (510) 618-4310  x2809

Alejandra Moran Calvario
E: [email protected]
P: (510) 895-7944 x3053

I am the parent facilitator Alejandra Moran at James Madison Elementary School. I am very passionate about working alongside families and providing community resources. I have proudly built strong relationships and love helping my community. James Madison has become my new home and my commitment is to assist you all to the best of my ability. 

Violeta Olivares Martinez
E: [email protected] 
P: (510) 618-4320  x2938
Cell: (510) 346-6091

Rebecca Jauregui
E: [email protected]
P: (510) 618-4340 x3190

Laura Ordonez
E: [email protected] 
P: (510) 618-4350  x3290

Mariana Perez
E: [email protected]  
P: (510) 618-4360 x3333

Joanna Garcia Salazar
E: [email protected] 
P:  (510) 618-4380  x3612

Bryant Coronado-Alcantara
E: [email protected]
P: (510) 618-4380 ext 3696

Maria Ochoa
E: [email protected] 
P: (510) 618-4400 x3782

Mike Angelo
E: [email protected]
P: (510) 618-4400 x3799

Evelyn Afusia
E: [email protected]
P: (510) 618-4600 x2428

Melissa Davalos
E: [email protected]
P: 510-618-4460 x2662

📍 (Office/Helpline) Call 1-800-870-FOOD (3663) or (510) 635-3663 (Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.) 

🔗 accfb.org/get-food/
🧩 Services:

• Helpline to find free groceries or hot meals near you
• CalFresh assistance/outreach

📍 3081 Teagarden St, San Leandro, CA 94577
🕒 Monday–Thursday, 10am–5pm
🔗 davisstreet.org/basic-needs/food-pantry

📍 14235 Bancroft Ave, San Leandro, CA 94578
🕒 Every Thursday, 5:30–8pm
🔗 slcfp.org
📧 [email protected]

📍 911 Dowling Blvd, San Leandro, CA 94577
🕒 1st & 3rd Saturday, 11am–1pm
🔗 saintsalive.net/social-ministries
📧 [email protected] | ☎️ (510) 569-7020

📍 951 MacArthur Blvd, San Leandro, CA 94577
🕒 2nd & 4th Saturday, 8:30am until supplies run out
🔗 crossstreets.org
📧 [email protected]

📍 2860 Halcyon Dr, San Leandro, CA 94578
🕒 3rd Wednesday & the Tuesday before, 10am–12pm
☎️ (510) 483-7344 (Call for special pickup for people with disabilities, 8–9:30am)

📍 13909 E 14th St, San Leandro, CA 94578
🕒 Monday–Friday, 12–12:30pm
☎️ (510) 825-9793 (Reserve at least 24 hours in advance)
🔗 spectrumcs.org

📍 401 Marina Blvd, San Leandro, CA 94577
🕒 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sunday, 11am–2pm
🔗 ihnaprilshowers.org
📧 [email protected]

📍 1221 Pacific Avenue, San Leandro, CA 94577
🕒 2nd & 4th Saturday, 11am until supplies run out
🔗 ditwchurch.com/ministries/ditw-food-ministry

📍 16490 Kent Ave, San Lorenzo, CA 94580
🕒 4th Wednesday, 1–3pm; 2nd Saturday, 8–10am
☎️ (510) 460-9535

📍 993 Estudillo Ave, San Leandro, CA 94577
🕒 3rd Thursday, 11–11:30am
🔗 stjamessl.org/serving
☎️ (510) 895-2286

📞 Call 2-1-1

• 24-hour referral line for emergency shelter, housing, food, and other basic needs.
• You can also text your ZIP code to 898211 to get connected to local help.

🧭 Visit an Alameda County Social Services Office

• Speak with a social worker to request a shelter or hotel voucher.
• Find SSA office locations here.

San Leandro Housing Resource Center (BACS)
📍 555 Lewelling Blvd, San Leandro, CA 94579
🕒 Adults Only: Tuesdays, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍 1840 Fairway Dr, San Leandro, CA 94577
🕒 Families: Fridays, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
☎️ (510) 686-2332

Alameda Housing Resource Center (BACS)
📍 Call for appointment during site renovations
☎️ (510) 201-0203

Oakland – Homeless Adults

• Downtown Oakland (BACS): (510) 658-9480, 629 Oakland Ave., Mon–Thu 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
• West Oakland (BOSS): (510) 649-1930 x1015 or x1033, 2280 San Pablo Ave., Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
• East Oakland (EOCP): (510) 463-4601, 7515 International Blvd., Thu/Fri 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Homeless Families (with children under 18)

• Family Front Door: (510) 808-7410 x282, 433 Hegenberger Rd #200, Tue–Thu 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

North County (Berkeley, Albany, Emeryville)

• Homeless Adults (BACS): (510) 495-0131, 2809 Telegraph Ave., Mon/Wed/Fri 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
• Homeless Families (Women’s Daytime Drop-In Center): (510) 548-2884, 2218 Acton St., Mon/Wed/Fri 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

East County (Hayward & Unincorporated)

• Hayward HRC (BACS): (510) 247-8235, 590 B St., Mon/Wed/Fri 1–4 p.m.

Tri-Valley (Livermore, Dublin, Pleasanton)

• Abode Services: (510) 371-0447, 3311 Pacific Ave., Wed/Thu 8 a.m.–12 p.m.

Tri-City (Fremont, Newark, Union City)

• Homeless Adults: (510) 330-5822, 4075 Papazian Way, Mon/Tue 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
• Homeless Families (Fremont Family Resource Center): (510) 574-2000, 39155 Liberty St., Thu 10 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1–3 p.m.

Transitional-Age Youth (18–24 Years Old)

• Covenant House (Oakland): (510) 379-1010, 200 Harrison St., Mon–Thu 12:30–4 p.m.
• Covenant House (Hayward): (510) 379-1010, 27287 Patrick Ave., Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–1 p.m.

For a full list of Alameda County affordable housing opportunities and waitlists, visit housing.acgov.org.

Building Futures
Provides shelter for women and children, a safe house for survivors of domestic violence, drop-in housing support, and access to permanent housing programs.
📍 18840 Fairway Dr, San Leandro, CA
☎️ Call 2-1-1 for referrals

Ruby’s Place
Emergency shelter and trauma counseling for survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking (and their children).
☎️ 24-Hour Hotline: 888-339-7233
📧 [email protected]

Warming Shelter (November 15 – April 30)
Open 5 p.m.–7 a.m. when temperatures drop below 40°F or rain is forecast (dinner and breakfast included).
☎️ Call 510-832-1382 x123 on Fridays for updated hours.

April Showers (Free showers, toiletries, clothing, and bagged meals)
📍 Boys & Girls Club, 2200 San Leandro Blvd.
🕒 1st, 3rd & 5th Sundays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. (Showers close at 1:30 p.m.)

Creekside Community Church (Free showers)
📍 951 MacArthur Blvd., San Leandro
🕒 2nd & 4th Saturday, 8 a.m.–10:30 a.m.

Building Futures Laundry Program
One free load of laundry available; inquire during drop-in hours.

Alameda County Seasons of Sharing Program
One-time crisis-based assistance for housing or critical family needs.
Available to: Seniors 55+, disabled individuals, families with children, veterans, domestic violence survivors, or pregnant women in their second trimester.
☎️ Intake Hotline: (510) 272-3700

VACCEB (Vietnamese American Community Center of the East Bay)
Helps with housing applications, CalFresh and Medi-Cal enrollment, employment support, and multilingual assistance.
📍 198 E 14th St, San Leandro CA 94577
☎️ (510) 891-9999
🔗 vacceb.org

PG&E (Pacific Gas & Electric)
Offers flexible payment plans, protection from shut-offs, and monthly discounts for qualifying households.

• CARE/FERA Programs: Discounts on monthly energy bills.
• Medical Baseline Program: Additional energy at the lowest rate for qualifying medical needs.
  📞 1-800-743-5000
  🔗 pge.com/assistance

EBMUD (East Bay Municipal Utility District)
Provides financial assistance through the Customer Assistance Program (CAP) and flexible payment plans.
📞 1-866-403-2683
🔗 ebmud.com/customers/billing-questions/financial-assistance

Alameda County Social Services Agency – Utility Support
Families facing financial hardship can also apply for emergency utility assistance through county programs.
🔗 alamedacountysocialservices.org

🌐 Low-Cost Internet and Phone Programs

AT&T Access Program
Free or discounted internet for students and families who qualify for public assistance programs such as Medi-Cal, CalFresh, or free/reduced lunch.
📞 1-855-220-5211
🔗 att.com/access

Xfinity Internet Essentials
Low-cost internet starting at $9.95/month, including in-home Wi-Fi and access to Xfinity hotspots.
📞 1-855-846-8376 (English) or 1-855-765-6995 (Spanish)
🔗 internetessentials.com

Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
Federal program offering up to $30/month off home internet for qualifying households.
📞 1-877-384-2575
🔗 affordableconnectivity.gov

SLUSD Student Transit Pass
All SLUSD students are eligible for free transportation on AC Transit buses during the school year.
📧 Contact your school office for details about student pass distribution.

East Bay Paratransit & Shuttle Options
Low- or no-cost rides for seniors and individuals with disabilities.
📞 1-800-555-8085
🔗 eastbayparatransit.org

Provides urgent care, care coordination, and referrals to ongoing medical and dental care for those experiencing homelessness or without insurance. Services are free and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

📞 (510) 437-5086
🔗 Alameda Health System
💡 Learn more about the AHS Dental Mobile Van Pilot Program

The following San Leandro–area partners can help families apply for Medi-Cal and connect to community clinics for ongoing care:

Davis Street Family Resource Center
📍 3081 Teagarden St, San Leandro, CA 94577
🕒 Monday–Thursday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
🔗 davisstreet.org
Services: Medical and dental clinics, food, clothing, and support applying for Medi-Cal and CalFresh.

Native American Health Center (NAHC)
📍 Barbara Lee Center for Health and Wellness, 2251 Bancroft Ave, San Leandro, CA 94577
☎️ (510) 618-4480
Services: Medical, dental, and behavioral health care for all families, with special programs for Native American and Indigenous communities.

EBAC – Family Resource Center (SLUSD)
📍 Barbara Lee Center for Health and Wellness, 2251 Bancroft Ave, San Leandro, CA 94577
☎️ (510) 667-6214 (Selena Perez-Romero)
Services: Helps families apply for Medi-Cal, CalFresh, and other public benefits.

VACCEB (Vietnamese American Community Center of the East Bay)
📍 198 E 14th St, San Leandro, CA 94577
☎️ (510) 891-9999
🔗 vacceb.org
Services: Multilingual assistance for Medi-Cal, CalFresh, housing, and employment applications.

Kaiser Permanente Medical Financial Assistance (MFA)
Helps low-income, uninsured, and underinsured patients pay for eligible medical care received at Kaiser facilities.
📞 1-800-390-3507
🔗 Kaiser MFA Program

Berkeley Free Clinic
📍 2339 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
☎️ (510) 548-2570
🕒 Monday, Wednesday, Friday – Call at 5:30 p.m. for same-day appointments (priority for unhoused individuals)
🔗 berkeleyfreeclinic.org
Services: Treatment for minor illnesses, skin issues, wounds, ear infections, and health education.

RotaCare Free Pediatric Clinic (San Leandro)
📍 3081 Teagarden St, San Leandro, CA 94577
🕒 Tuesdays only, 4:30–7 p.m.
🔗 rotacarebayarea.org
Services: Pediatric care and immunizations, first-come, first-served.

Save a Life Wellness Center
📍 2580 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612
☎️ (510) 444-9155
🕒 Tuesday and Thursday, drop-in only
Services: Free visits (lab work and prescriptions may have fees).

Alameda County Behavioral Health ACCESS Program
Provides screening and referrals for mental health and substance use treatment for all Alameda County residents.
📞 1-800-491-9099
🔗 acbhcs.org/access

Grief Counseling & Crisis Support

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
• En Español: 1-888-628-9454
• For Deaf/Hard of Hearing: 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746
  🔗 988lifeline.org

Men Creating Peace
Certified provider of violence prevention and anger management programs through the Alameda County Probation Department.
📍 360 Grand Ave, Suite 76, Oakland, CA 94610
☎️ (510) 730-0184
📧 [email protected]
🔗 mencreatingpeace.org

Provides free and low-cost immigration legal services, including citizenship, DACA renewal, family reunification, and deportation defense.

📍 Creekside Community Church
951 MacArthur Blvd, San Leandro, CA 94577
📧 [email protected]
☎️ (510) 338-4025
🔗 immigranthope.org/sanleandro

Offers legal assistance for DACA, family reunification, deportation defense, citizenship, and humanitarian visas.

📍 Oakland Office
3626 E 14th St, Suite 301, Oakland, CA 94601
☎️ (510) 451-2846 x301
📧 [email protected]
🔗 iibayarea.org

💻 Book a consultation online: iibayarea.org/offices/oakland

Provides free legal help with housing, immigration, and public benefits for low-income residents.

📍 1950 University Ave, Suite 200, Berkeley, CA 94704
☎️ (510) 548-4040
🔗 ebclc.org

Bilingual legal services in areas of immigration, housing, workers’ rights, and tenant advocacy.

📍 3022 International Blvd, Oakland, CA 94601
☎️ (510) 437-1554
🔗 centrolegal.org

Provides free civil legal help for low-income individuals, including family law, housing, and domestic violence protection.

📍 1735 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94612
☎️ (510) 250-5270 or 1-800-551-5554
🔗 baylegal.org