Emergency: 911

Mental Health Crisis Support: 855-625-4657

Available languages are English, Arabic, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese

Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988

Abortion Pill Reversal: 877-558-0333

Pregnancy Help and Resources: 855-855-7734

2-1-1
Services: A database of resources, including housing, food, free showers, legal assistance, health care, employment, and more.
Phone: 211
Website: 211.org

Access California Services
Services: Case management, citizenship and immigration assistance, employment services, emergency financial assistance, parenting classes, counseling, and senior services and activities.
Address: 300 W Carl Karcher Way, Anaheim, CA 92801
Phone: 714-917-0440
Email: [email protected]
Website: accesscal.org/what-we-do

Catholic Charities OC
Services: Food and diaper distribution, counseling, citizenship and immigration services, CalFresh enrollment.
Phone: 714-347-9602
Website: ccoc.org
Programs Flyer: ccoc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-VR4225-CCOC-Programs-Flyer-Eng.Span_.Viet_.pdf

Community Action Partnership
Services: Resource centers that help with enrolling in Medi-Cal and CalFresh, workshops, free afterschool meals, and free hot meals.
Address: 1601 W. 2nd Street, Santa Ana, CA 92703
Phone: 714-897-6670
Email: [email protected]
Website: capoc.org
Programs Flyer: capoc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/CAP-OC-Programs-Trifold-ENGLISH-2025_Digital-1.pdf

The Hub OC Resource Center
Services: Meals and food access, showers, laundry services, clothing distribution, mail services, charging stations, transportation support, medical and health services, pet supplies, hygiene kits, classes and workshops, case management, and housing pathways.
Address: 517 W. Struck Ave, Orange, CA 92867
Phone: 657-767-5751
Email: [email protected]
Website: thehubresourcecenter.org/services

OC Navigator
Services: A database with resources to help with housing, mental health, medical needs, basic needs, and more. A resource navigator is also available to help you connect with the resources you need.
Website: ocnavigator.org

Orangewood Resource Center
Services: A drop-in center for young people who are 18-24 years old. They provide one-on-one support, therapy, referrals for community resources, hot meals, showers, a food pantry, clothing, and support with housing, careers, and education.
Address: 1575 E. 17th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Phone: 714-619-0200
Email: [email protected]
Website: orangewoodfoundation.org/programs/orangewood-resource-center

Financial Empowerment Programs through Orange County United Way
Services: United Way offers several programs to help people become self-sufficient and develop financial security.
Phone: 949-263-6140
Email: [email protected]
Website: unitedwayoc.org/our-work/united-for-financial-security

OC Free Tax Prep
Services: Free online or in-person tax filing assistance for those who made less than $69,000 in 2025. Services are offered in 18 languages.
Phone: (888) 600-4357
Email: [email protected]
Website: OCFreeTaxPrep.com

Financial Planning Association of Orange County
Services: Free virtual one-on-one financial planning sessions and financial literacy webinars. They provide help with budgeting, debt management, insurance and work benefits, saving and investing, and tax management.
Email: [email protected]
Website: financialplanningassociation.org/oc-pro-bono

Cantlay Food Distribution Center
Services: Food distribution to people in need on Tuesdays through Thursdays from 7:30 am to 12:00 pm. Special food distributions are available for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter.
Address: 2020 W. Chestnut Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92703
Phone: 714-347-9695
Email: [email protected]
Website: ccoc.org/programs/life-sustaining-services/cantlay-food-distribution-center

Families Forward
Services: Anyone who lives in Orange County may apply to receive free food at their community market.
Address: 8 Thomas, Irvine, CA 92618
Phone: 949-552-2727
Email: [email protected]
Website: families-forward.org/food-pantry

South County Outreach
Services: The food market allows clients to shop for food in a grocery store setting once a month at no cost. The market is available on Monday through Thursday from 9 am to 2 pm.
Address: 23661 Birtcher Drive, Lake Forest, CA  92630
Phone: 949-380-8144
Email: [email protected]
Website: sco-oc.org/get-help/food-program

Food Distribution Sites Throughout Orange County
A list of food distribution sites throughout Orange County, showing addresses, contact information, and operating hours.
Website: feedoc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/SHFB-Partner-List-01-12-26.pdf

Food Pantries and Hot Meal Sights Throughout Orange County
A list of food pantries and sites that offer free hot meals throughout Orange County, showing addresses, contact information, and operating hours.
Website: sco-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Food-Pantries-and-Hot-Meals.pdf

Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Services: ReStores sell donated furniture at a fraction of the retail price. Find your local Habitat Restore on their website.
Website: habitat.org/restores

Riverbank
Services: Provides and delivers free furniture, appliances, bedding, and other household items. Call or email to request assistance.
Phone: 949-627-6904
Email: [email protected]
Website: rvbk.org

Looking for Long-Term Affordable Housing?

Affordable Housing Rental List (Orange County)
A list of affordable rental properties throughout the county. It is not a list of current vacancies.
Website: ochcd.org/page/affordable-housing-rental-list

Affordable Housing Rental List (Irvine)
Existing and future affordable housing in Irvine, senior housing, and special needs housing.
Website: storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/5efb333156c94197ad04ba36813175d2

Need Help Paying Rent or with Utility Assistance?

Anaheim Senior Safety Net Program
Services: Emergency financial assistance and case management for seniors in Anaheim who need assistance meeting housing costs.
Phone: 714-765-4300

HVAC and Water Heating Appliance Repair/Replacement Program
Services: Free repair or replacement of HVAC systems and water-heating appliances for those who lack funds to resolve an emergency.
Email: [email protected]

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program
Services: Gas or electric utility assistance for low-income households.
Website: caliheapapply.com

South County Outreach
Services: Rental and utility assistance to prevent homelessness. If accepted, they work directly with property managers or landlords and utility service providers to meet needs.
Address: 7 Whatney, Suite B, Irvine, CA 92618
Phone: 949-380-8144
Website: sco-oc.org/get-help/homeless-prevention

Need Emergency Shelter or Transitional Housing?

Casa Teresa
Services: Housing, case management, training, education, and support.
Who Qualifies: Pregnant women who are at least 18 years old
Phone: 714-538-4860
Website: casateresa.org

Family Promise of Orange County
Services: Prevention services, short-term housing, family support services, and stabilization.
Who qualifies: Families with at least one child under the age of 18
Phone: 714-787-3487
Email: [email protected]
Website: familypromiseorangecounty.org/our-work

Homeless Intervention Services of OC (HIS-OC)
Services: Transitional housing, essential support, and community-driven solutions to help individuals move from homelessness to stability.
Who Qualifies: Families, young men, and college students
Phone: 714-993-5774
Email: [email protected]
Website: his-oc.org/gethelp

Human Options
Services: Shelter, housing assistance, legal assistance, therapy, and resources for individuals and families experiencing domestic violence.
Who Qualifies: Individuals and families experiencing domestic violence
Phone (24-hour hotline): 877-854-3594
Email: [email protected]
Website: humanoptions.org/support-center

Interval House
Services: Shelter, housing, counseling, legal assistance, therapy, children’s program, and financial empowerment for individuals experiencing domestic violence and those at risk of abuse and homelessness.
Who Qualifies: Individuals experiencing domestic violence
Phone (24-hour hotline): 562-594-4555
Email: [email protected]
Website: intervalhouse.org

Laura’s House
Services: Shelter, legal assistance, therapy, case management, children’s therapeutic program, and referrals to community resources for individuals and family experiencing domestic violence.
Who Qualifies: Individuals and families experiencing domestic violence.
Phone (24-hour hotline): 866-498-1511
Email: [email protected]
Website: laurashouse.org

Mary’s Path
Services: Housing and support services for teen girls who are in foster care.
Who Qualifies: Teen mothers in foster care
Phone: 714-730-0930
Website: maryspath.org

Orange County Rescue Mission
Services: Emergency and transitional housing along with spiritual and personal accompaniment.
Who Qualifies: Individual adults and families facing homelessness
Address: Village of Hope, 1 Hope Drive, Tustin, 92782
Phone: 714-247-4379
Email: [email protected]
Website: rescuemission.org/help

Precious Life Shelter
Services: Housing and supportive service for women who are pregnant.
Who Qualifies: Pregnant women who are at least 18 years old
Phone: 562-431-5025
Email: [email protected]
Website: preciouslifeshelter.org

Radiant Futures
Servies: Shelter, housing, therapy, and legal assistance for individuals experiencing domestic violence.
Who Qualifies: Individuals and families experiencing domestic violence.
Phone (24-hour hotline): 877-531-5522
Email: [email protected]
Website: radiantfutures.org

Shelters Throughout OC
Programs throughout the county that help people find a shelter.
Who Qualifies: Eligibility varies by shelter
Phone: 657-767-5751
Flyer

Thomas House Family Shelter
Services: Rent-free transitional shelter, free clothing and groceries, case management, career development, youth and teen development, housing navigation, and mental health services.
Who Qualifies: Families with children who are experiencing homelessness.
Phone: 714-554-0357
Email: [email protected]
Website: thomashouseshelter.org/volunteer

Hoag’s Community Programs
Services: Community nurse navigator, mental health services, and health and wellness classes.
Address: 307 Placentia Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92663
Phone: 949-764-6551
Website: hoag.org/healthy-living-programs

Obria Medical Clinics
Services: Prenatal medical care for pregnant women as well as annual check-ups focusing on the female reproductive system and sexual health
Address: 2001 E. First St., Suite 209, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Phone: 714-516-9045
Website: obria.org/santa-ana

Mental Health Resources
The Diocese’s Office of Family Life has a list of mental health resources, including free and low-cost counseling services that are offered in a variety of languages.
Flyer
Website: rcbo.org/mental-health

Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants (CAPI)
Services: Monthly cash benefits to non-citizens who are at least 65 years old, disabled or blind, and ineligible for Supplemental Security Income/State Supplementary Payment (SSI/SSP) solely because of their immigration status.
Website: cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cash-assistance-for-immigrants

Orange County Office for Immigrant and Refugee Affairs
Services: A network of direct services that promote belonging, economic prosperity, and equity for immigrants and refugees in Orange County.
Email: [email protected] | [email protected]
Website: www.ssa.ocgov.com/OIRA

American Red Cross – Restoring Family Links
Services: Free and confidential services to help reconnect families who are separated internationally because of conflict, disaster, migration, or other humanitarian emergency. 
Phone: 844-782-9441
Website: redcross.org/about-us/our-work/international-services/restoring-family-links.html

Access California Services
Services: Eligible individuals receive no-cost immigration services, including assistance with naturalization, adjustment of status, travel documents, work permits, and green card renewals.
Address: 300 W Carl Karcher Way, Anaheim, CA 92801
Phone: 714-917-0440
Email: [email protected]
Website: accesscal.org/case/citizenship-and-immigration

Catholic Charities OC
Services: Free or low-cost legal services for immigrants seeking legal residency. Services are offered in Spanish, Vietnamese, French, Tagalog, and English.
Address: 1800 E 17th St, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Phone: 714-347-9610 (call) or 714-347-9693 (text)
Website: ccoc.org/programs/human-services/immigration-citizenship-services

Community Legal Aid SoCal
Services: Free legal services for low-income individuals in various civil areas, including family law, housing, immigration, consumer defense, domestic violence, and public benefits.
Address: 250 East Center St., Anaheim, CA 92805 | 2101 N. Tustin Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92705
Phone: 714-571-5200
Website: communitylegalsocal.org /programs-services

Public Law Center
Services: Free legal services to low-income Orange County residents.
Address: 601 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA 92701-4002
Phone: 714-541-1010
Email: [email protected]
Website: publiclawcenter.org/services

UC Irvine Immigrant Rights Clinic
Services: Free legal representation of immigrants on matters ranging from detention and deportation defense to workplace exploitation and protection of civil and constitutional rights.
Phone: 949-824-9646
Email: [email protected]
Website: law.uci.edu/academics/real-life-learning/clinics/immigrant-rights.html

World Relief Southern California
Services: Legal services in the following areas: DACA, green card renewal or replacement, family reunification, adjustment of status, immigrant visas, naturalization, and removal.
Address: 13121 Brookhurst Street # H, Garden Grove, CA 92843
Phone: 714-210-4730 ext. 9
Website: worldrelief.org/socal/for-immigrants/ils-client-resources

Pregnancy Centers and Clinics

Diaper Distribution Sites in Orange County
Organizations throughout Orange County that distribute free diapers.
Phone: 714-897-6670 ext. 5306
Email: [email protected]
Website: capoc.org/addressing-immediate-needs

Vietnamese Pregnancy Hotline
Services: Female advisors are available to talk to pregnant women about their options.
Phone: 714-721-2111
Email: [email protected]
Website: vietrespectlife.com

Caring for the Whole Person
Services: The Diocese of Orange seeks to ensure that parishioners are supported and cared for during serious illnesses and in their end-of-life journey. To this end, we have compiled a list of tools and resources that include caregiver resources, visitation ministries, and spiritual support.
rcbo.org/ministry/family-life/pastoral-care/caring-for-the-whole-person/

Age Well
Services: Serving adults who are at least 60 years old and live in South Orange County. Programs include meals on wheels, medical transportation, care management, events and programs.
Phone: 949-855-8033
Email: [email protected]
Website: agewellseniorservices.org/whatwedo

Meals on Wheels
Services: Providing seniors with meals, friendly visitors or callers, in-home assistance, case management, and centers that are open for activities during the day.
Phone: 714-220-0224
Email: [email protected]
Website: mealsonwheelsoc.org   

• Some services require appointments.
• Eligibility may vary. Please contact organizations directly for details.
• If this is a medical or safety emergency, call 911.