AVAILABLE ONLINE
MON - FRI 8AM - 4PM140 CALAVERAS AVE, MODESTO CA 95356

Real support. Practical help.

You don'thave to waituntil everythingfalls apart.

  • Rent Is Late
  • Utilities Overdue
  • Late on Bills
  • Not Enough Food
  • Stress & Anxiety
  • Trauma & Grief

Costs Nothing. 3 Minutes To Start.

  • TeleHelp Provided
  • No ID Required
  • 100% Confidential
  • By Phone or In-Person

LIFE IN CALIFORNIA
CAN BE COMPLICATED

Finding help shouldn’t be.

LIVE NOW

WHAT DO YOU NEED HELP WITH?

Rent &
HousingI'm worried about where I'll live.Bills &
MoneyI'm falling behind financially.Health &
BenefitsI need help navigating care.Work &
IncomeI need job skills or new opportunities.Emotional
SupportI need someone to talk to.I'm Not
SureI just need help figuring it out.

Not sure where to start? See everything you may qualify for in one place — it takes about 3 minutes.

The Pre-Crisis Program

A six-day journey to stability.

In just six one-hour sessions, we help you build the strongest possible case to get connected to every service and support you may qualify for: rent assistance, a security deposit, utility assistance, essentials or home modifications, therapy, or help with your health.

THE 6 DAYS
  1. My Life · DiscoverWho am I, and what gives my life meaning?
  2. My Needs · StabilizeWhat do I need to feel safe and stable?
  3. My Work · BuildHow can I build a better future?
  4. My Body · RestoreWhat does my body need to be healthy?
  5. My Mind · UnderstandWhat do I need to understand and heal?
  6. My Heart · ConnectWho can support me as I move forward?
What you get with each program
Do you have Medi-Cal?6 Day Stability Sessionif you said YESRapid Resource Roadmapif you said NO
Type of Help1-on-1 Care CoachSelf Help
Response TimeCallback in 72 Hours or LessResults in 3 Min (Email)
Time It Takes6 One-Hour Check-InsGo At Your Own Pace
Program/Funds AvailableMaybe
List of Help For/Near You
Advocate For Service & SupportNo
CostFreeFree

How it works

Simple steps. Real support.

You'll talk to a real person, get a clear plan, and move forward — one step at a time.

See How It Works
  1. 1

    Tell us what's happening

    A quick, friendly intake to share what you're facing.

  2. 2

    Get matched

    We find the right support for your needs and goals.

  3. 3

    Follow your plan

    Six days of focused support and real guidance.

  4. 4

    Move forward

    Leave with a clear plan and next steps.

Our impact

Real change.Real people.

1,018
People Helped
1,296
Resources Delivered
11,605
Volunteer Hours
388
Community Service Hours
They walked me through appointments, job applications, everything online. Step by step.

— Kyle, Community Member

Your next step

Free. Private. Real.

Talk to our virtual support specialist, or get connected with a care coach. It's fast, easy, and starts with you.

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Helpful articles. Real answers.

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Struggling with rent, groceries, bills, work, or keeping up? You don’t have to figure it out alone. Help Is Hope is a California nonprofit offering free support to adults 18 and older. We help you find resources, understand your options, and take the next step before things get worse.

Choose the route that fits you. Both forms take about 3 minutes.

  • Have Medi-Cal?

    Apply for the Six-Day Stability Session. If selected for intake, a Care Coach will try to contact you within 72 hours.

  • Don’t have Medi-Cal?

    Complete the Rapid Resource Roadmap. We’ll email resources matched to your needs and location.

If you don’t qualify for one-on-one support, you can still receive matched resources. Getting started is free.

We can help you explore:

Real Support. At Your Pace.

Eligible participants in the free Pre-Crisis Program can receive six guided conversations with a Care Coach. Together, you’ll sort through what matters most and choose practical next steps.

Help Is Hope provides guidance, coaching, and referrals—not direct cash assistance. Outside services depend on each program’s eligibility and approval. Based in Modesto and serving adults across California online and remotely.

Hope is not
a luxury. It is
a Lifeline.

You don't have to do this alone. Let's figure it out together.

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