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Free Peer Support+Smart Help | Modesto, Stockton, Merced | Help Is Hope
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Join Us in Spreading Hope Across The Central Valley

Whether you want to volunteer your time, donate to support our mission, or partner with us to expand our impact—there are many ways to get involved and make a difference.

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MANY BENEFITS ARE 100% FREE IF YOU QUALIFY

SERVING CALIFORNIA'S CENTRAL VALLEY

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COMPLETE CARE & REAL BENEFIT

UNLOCK FREE BENEFITS

NOBODY TOLD YOU ABOUT

 

Healthcare like therapy, dental, vision, specialists, medical equipment, and substance use treatment. Meals, phones, self-care kits, and stop-smoking support. Lower car insurance. Discounted or even free home internet. Reduced energy bills. A free, private HIV/STI test mailed to your door.

If you’re on Medi-Cal, CalFresh, or meet income guidelines, you may already qualify. Answer a few quick questions and see what you can unlock. These are real California programs—built for families like yours, not scams, not gimmicks.

(60 seconds. No paperwork needed yet. Free if you have Medi-Cal.)

NO NEEED

TO TRAVEL

BenefitsCal is a where Californians can get and manage benefits online. This includes food assistance (CalFresh) formerly food stamps, cash aid.

High Support.

$0 if you qualify

STOP SMOKING

& VAPING

Your lungs called they want you back.  Get the patches, gum, coaching and cheat-code tips to finally quit smoking without doing it alone

Custom plan

Real-life support

NUTRITION

AT HOME

Get ready-to-eat, nutritious meals dropped at your door, so you can skip the store, the dishes and still eat well​.​Medi-Cal recipients and others.​

Fast, flexible

delivery window

NO INSURANCE

NEEDED

FREE AT HOME

20 MINUTE ORAL

HIV/STI TEST KITS

Testing that meets you where you are. Literally. TakeMeHome will mail you a free HIV or STI test kit & instructions in a discreet package to your doorstep.

Discreet

Real-life support

CONNECTIVITY

LIFELINE

THE CELL PHONE BILL

YOU CAN STOP PAYING
TODAY

Keep your number and get talk, text, and data covered through qualifying program so you can stay connected without the heavy bill.​

No hidden fees.

Check In Minutes

AFFORDABLE AUTO
INSURANCE

CALIFORNIA'S

LOW-COST AUTO

INSURANCE PLAN

California offers low-cost liability insurance to help low-income drivers meet the state’s financial responsibility laws.

Stay Insured

Be Compliant.

MENTAL WELLNESS 

SELF-CARE

A stash of hygiene items, over-the-counter wellness products and essential health and symptom relief items designed to keep you well.

Available While

Supplies Last

BROADBAND

FOR ALL

LOW-INCOME LOW-COST

HOME INTERNET

SERVICE

Home internet service & computing devices are critical for all individuals to reap the social and economic benefits of the digital world. 

Internet Is

Not Optional

HOME ENERGY

ASSISTANCE

LOW-INCOME HOME

ENERGY ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM

Assistance to those who qualify that reduce the costs associated with home energy bills, weatherization, and minor energy-related home repairs.

Help Now

For Your Home

NO/LOW COST OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE

PROVEN PROGRAMS

EDUCATION & CAREER PATHWAYS

Real Skills.

Real Careers.

Learn, Earn or Intern. Classes. Career Paths. Certifications.

Education & workforce development programs designed for you.

No college degree needed. No experience required. Explore our programs. Build skills. Transform your future.

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Ready To Start?

FIND YOUR PATH

 

Our Education, Career & Skill Development Session can help you decide what meets your needs.

Life Lab
Opportunity Engine

Turn challenges into opportunities with tools built to unlock your full potential.  

Life Lab Tech Tools — AI-backed digital tools to help you discover, plan, and act on your next step.  Every day you wait is a day of opportunities missed — discover your path today.

COMMUNITY INNOVATION

Unique Programs That Create Connection & Hope

Beyond traditional services, we've created innovative community programs that spread hope, provide immediate employment, and ensure no one goes hungry.

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MORE WAYS WE HELP

Initiatives That Actually Change Lives

These aren't just ideas—they're real programs helping real people get jobs, get connected, and get their lives back.

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Want to Get Involved in These Programs?

Whether you need help, want to volunteer, or want to support these initiatives—we'd love to hear from you.

Anne Say HIH is Awesome
Chris Learns Coping Skills
Kyle Masters Computers

HOPE IN ACTION: WHATS NEW

The Latest

In Hope & Innovation

 

New ways technology and human connection are turning ‘no options’ into real second chances.  Fresh stories, tools, and ideas reshaping recovery and support with help and hope in California's Central Valley.

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