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Real Answers to Real Questions

Help Is Hope offers a free "Pre-Crisis Program" for Californians, by phone, video, or online.

Two ways to start:Get Help Now — A real care coach calls you back with direction, clarity, and help finding funding you may qualify for. Free Custom Resources — Built for your exact location and situation, sent in minutes. Not generic hotline numbers.

Job Loss & Employment

Searches like: "lost my job what do I do," "unemployed and depressed," "underemployed help," "need help with my resume"

Whether you just lost your job, you're underemployed, or the stress of it is wearing on you emotionally, here's your next step.

Get Help Now — a real person walks you through direction, clarity, and help finding funding you may qualify for. Free Custom Resources — job and income help specific to your city and situation, sent in minutes.

Bills, Utilities & Debt

Searches like: "can't pay my bills," "help paying my electric bill," "utility assistance near me," "what happens if you don't pay your bills"

Behind on rent, electricity, water, internet, your cell phone, or your car payment? Here's your next step.

Get Help Now and Free Custom Resources — utility and bill assistance programs near you, matched to your situation, sent in minutes.

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When You Can't Afford Basic Things

Searches like: "can't afford gas," "can't afford rent," "can't afford car insurance," "can't afford to live"

If it feels like everything is due at once — gas, rent, insurance, repairs — here's your next step.

Get Help Now or Free Custom Resources — options specific to where you live and what's due, sent in minutes.

Housing & Eviction

Searches like: "emergency housing assistance," "about to be homeless," "facing eviction what to do," "landlord kicking me out," "first and last month's rent assistance"

Whether you're facing eviction, about to lose housing, or need help with move-in costs, here's your next step.

Get Help Now — a care coach connects you to shelter, help finding rental funding you may qualify for, and tenant legal help. Free Custom Resources — housing help matched to your city and situation, sent in minutes.

Single Parents & Families

Searches like: "single parent help with rent," "single parent help with childcare," "single parent helpline"

Here's your next step for rental assistance, childcare support, and emergency bill help.

Get Help Now and Free Custom Resources — resources matched to your family's situation and location, sent in minutes.

Food Insecurity

Searches like: "food bank near me," "CalFresh application help," "need help with food today"

Here's your next step to get food today and apply for CalFresh.

Get Help Now and Free Custom Resources — food resources near your exact location, sent in minutes.

Transportation

Searches like: "transportation help to work," "transportation help for seniors," "transportation help for disabled"

Rides to work, medical appointments, or job interviews shouldn't be the reason you fall behind.

Get Help Now — a care coach can help you find transportation funding you may qualify for. Free Custom Resources — transportation options near you, matched to your needs, sent in minutes.

Substance Use & Recovery

Searches like: "help with drugs and alcohol," "need help getting off drugs," "drinking too much help," "free rehab"

Whether you're using, thinking about stopping, or already in recovery, here's your next step — no judgment.

Get Help Now — connects you to detox, rehab, and ongoing support. Free Custom Resources — support and recovery resources near you, matched to your situation, sent in minutes.

Mental Health & Emotional Distress

Searches like: "I need help with my mental health," "I'm sad and lonely," "anxiety help near me," "free therapy"

You don't need an appointment or insurance to take the next step. If you're in crisis right now, call or text 988.

Get Help Now and Free Custom Resources — mental health resources near your location, matched to what you're going through, sent in minutes.

Relationships & Grief

Searches like: "grief support group," "divorce support group," "domestic violence hotline," "family conflict counseling"

Loss, breakups, and family conflict are real. Here's your next step.

Get Help Now and Free Custom Resources — support resources matched to your situation and location, sent in minutes.

Reentry, Veterans & Life Transitions

Searches like: "reentry resources after jail," "veteran transition assistance," "aging out of foster care resources," "immigrant support services"

Whatever you're transitioning out of or into, here's your next step — regardless of immigration status.

Get Help Now and Free Custom Resources — resources matched to your city and situation, sent in minutes.

What's the Difference Between the Two Options?

Get a Free Callback: A real care coach calls you back — not a bot, not a script. They give you direction on what's going on, clarity on your options, and help finding funding you may qualify for to move past your situation. This is our Pre-Crisis Program, delivered by phone, video, or online. (A quick question about your coverage happens after you click, so we can connect you to the right team.)

Email Me a Resource List: You get a resource list tailored to your exact location and situation, sent within minutes — not a generic list of statewide hotlines. It's fast and free to receive, so you can start working on your situation right away, on your own. This is a self-help option and doesn't include a callback or hands-on help from our team.

Still Not Sure Which One Applies to You?

That's normal. Click on “Ask us anything, 24/7” and we'll help you figure out which option fits.