Self-Help Probate Resources
Probate Resources
This section tells you about programs and services that can help you. Please contact them directly.
Click on a link below for more information:
- The Public Guardian
- The Public Administrator
- Adult Protective Services (APS)
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medi-Cal
- Services for People with Developmental Disabilities
- Services for People with Brain Injury and/or Mental Impairment
- Services for People with Mental Illness
- Services and Benefits for Veterans
- Services for People With Specific Diseases and Disabilities:
- Housing and Living Services:
- Help with Transportation
- Sourcewise Online Resource Directory
- Job Training
- More Agencies and Information
The Public Guardian/Conservator
The Court sometimes appoints the Public Guardian of Santa Clara County as conservator for an adult who cannot care for him/herself or his/her finances. The Court can also appoint the Public Guardian as trustee for an elderly, mentally ill, or incapacitated person when no friend or relative can be trustee.
If you are worried about an elderly, mentally ill, or incapacitated adult, you can ask the Public Guardian for help. For more information or to ask for help, call: (408) 755-7610 . If you think there is financial abuse, call the APS (Adult Protective Services) hotline: 1-800-414-2002.
The Public Administrator
The Santa Clara County Public Administrator handles estates for decedents (people who die) when no family member or other person can do it. The Public Administrator can take control of the decedent’s estate right away to make sure that nothing gets lost.
The Public Administrator can:
- find (locate) family,
- make burial arrangements,
- manage assets,
- pay creditors,
- pay administration costs, and
- distribute the rest of the estate to the decedent's heirs or beneficiaries.
If the decedent leaves a Will, the Court may also appoint the Public Administrator as executor. But, only if the original executor can’t or does not want to serve. For more information, call: (408) 755-7610 .
Adult Protective Services (APS)
Adult Protective Services (APS) helps elder and dependent adults who may have been hurt by abuse or neglect. APS services are free if you need them.
Services include:
- investigation,
- assessment,
- counseling,
- help developing a service plan,
- case management, and
- referrals to community agencies.
APS wants to help adults:
- protect their own interests,
- increase their personal strengths, and
- set up support systems.
If you are worried about someone because you think there is physical, emotional or financial abuse, call the APS hotline: 1-800-414-2002.
In cases of financial abuse, APS works with the Financial Abuse Specialist Team (FAST). FAST helps the DA prosecute these cases.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medi-Cal
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) gives money to:
- low-income seniors (65 years old and over),
- the blind, and
- people with disabilities.
Whether or not you can get SSI depends on how much money you make and what you own. If you get Social Security, you may also be able to get SSI. To see if you or a family member can get SSI, call or visit the Social Security Administration (SSA) office in your area:
For Santa Clara (except Gilroy) call: (800) 772-1213
For Gilroy, call: (408) 842-4485
Or, go to the Social Security District Office: 280 So. 1st Street Room 244, 2nd Floor San Jose, CA 95113
Social Services Agency Medi-Cal helps pay for medical care for:
- low-income seniors,
- the blind, and
- people with disabilities.
Anyone who can get SSI can also get Medi-Cal. For more information on Medi-Cal and Adult/Elder Services, go to the Medi-Cal section of this website.
For information and application forms, contact: Social Services Agency Medi-Cal Eligibility Unit at (408) 758-3800.
Services for People with Developmental Disabilities
Here is a list of places to get help for a person with a developmental disability in Santa Clara County:
| Organization | Services Provided |
|---|---|
| AbilityPath Tel: (650) 259-8500 |
Information, referrals and legal help for people with developmental disabilities. |
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Easter Seals Northern California |
Comprehensive therapeutic services to help individuals w/disabilities gain greater independence and mobility. Therapeutic services include occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech and language therapy. |
| Op-Community |
Blog about people with disabilities and other helpful information and resources: |
| Greater Opportunities Tel: 408-248-4464 |
Serving the Developmentally Disabled. Several centers in Santa Clara county with services like:
Get a referral from San Andreas Regional Center. |
| Hope Services 30 Las Colinas Lane San Jose, CA 95119 Tel: (408) 284-2850 |
Provides job training, sheltered workshop experience and counseling in several centers located in Santa Clara, Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito counties.
In addition, provides
depending on the individual's program plans. Manages the Senior Activity Center, which provides special structured day programs to developmentally disabled adults age 50 and over. |
| HIP Housing | Accessible, low cost housing. Qualifying persons include:
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| Law Foundation of Silicon Valley-Health Program Tel: (408) 280-2420 |
Provides free legal advice and representation to individuals in Santa Clara County who identify as living with mental health disabilities. |
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Pacific Autism Center for Education (PACE) 1880 Pruneridge Ave. |
Special instructional classes in speech and language development, occupational skills and behavior management for autistic people or people who have a developmental disability. There are 3 residential homes for adults 18-59+ years of age, in Sunnyvale and in San Jose, and 2 homes in Cupertino for children 3-18 years of age. Call for more information on if you qualify. |
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Parents Helping Parents Suite 100 |
For parents of children with special needs (like Down's Syndrome, cerebral palsy, learning disabilities, autism, attention deficit disorders and premature birth, to name a few). You can find:
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San Andreas Regional Center (SARC) |
Information and help for people with developmental disabilities. SARC helps people in Santa Clara, San Benito, Santa Cruz and Monterey counties. Services include:
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| Santa Clara County Office of Education 1290 Ridder Park Drive San Jose, CA 95131-2304 Tel: (408) 453-6500 |
Special education programs for people with severe handicaps. The programs are for people from birth to age 22. Contact the school district you live in to get more information. |
| Social Vocational Services (SVS) SVS Locations |
Help with work skills and finding a job, for adults with developmental disabilities (with a referral from the San Andreas Regional Center or the Dept. of Rehabilitation), SVS also has a local behavior treatment program. |
| Special Olympics Northern California Tel: (925) 944-8801 |
Athletic training and competition programs in various sports, for developmentally disabled children and adults. |
| United Cerebral Palsy Association | Help for family members and people who have cerebral palsy, intellectual, developmental, and other disabilities. |
Services for People with Brain Injury and/or Mental Impairment
Here is a list of places to get help for people with brain injury and mental impairment in Santa Clara County:
| Organization | Services Provided |
|---|---|
| Family Caregiver Alliance 235 Montgomery Street, Suite 930 San Francisco, CA 94104 Tel: (415) 434-3388 or (800) 445-8106 |
Services for people caring for adults who are brain-impaired (because of an accident or a disease such as Alzheimer's). |
| Regional Medical Center, Therapy Services 225 N. Jackson Avenue San Jose, CA 95116 Tel: (408) 729-2882 |
Rehabilitation services for patients recovering from spinal injuries, head trauma and brain injuries. |
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Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, Rehabilitation Center 751 South Bascom Ave. San Jose, CA 95128 |
Provides training in independent living skills (in preparation for leaving hospital care) to clients recovering from spinal cord or head injuries. |
| Silicon Valley Independent Living Center Locations in San Jose and Gilroy |
Services that promote independence in jobs, housing and living at home. You can get:
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| Skills Plus Santa Clara Adult Education 1840 Benton St., Santa Clara, CA 95050 Tel: (408) 423-3500 |
The primary program is designed for stroke survivors and individuals who suffer from neurological disorders or physical disabilities. Taught by occupational therapists and speech therapists. Classes include:
There are also independent living classes, like
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For more help you can go to other listings, like veterans benefits and services, out-of-home placement for supervised care, etc.
Services for People with Mental Illness
Here is a list of places to get help for a person with mental illness in Santa Clara County:
| Organization | Services Provided |
|---|---|
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Community Solutions 24-Hour Crisis Line: (877) END-SADV or (877-363-7238) |
Programs include:
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Law Foundation of Silicon Valley Mental Health Advocacy Project |
Information and advocacy for mentally ill people and people with developmental disabilities. The project wants to protect the legal rights of the mentally ill and developmentally disabled. You can get free legal advice, referral and representation for:
Call or stop by the office. |
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Serves adults in the Santa Clara County community who are living with serious mental health or substance use conditions. They provide
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National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI) Santa Clara County NAMI National website |
Services include:
You may have to pay a fee. |
| Santa Clara County Behavioral Health Services Tel: (800) 704-0900 |
Santa Clara County Behavioral Health Department provides screening and referrals for mental health treatment for families who receive Medi-Cal benefits. |
Services and Benefits for Veterans
Here is a list of places to get help for a veteran in Santa Clara County:
| Organization | Services Provided |
|---|---|
| Office of Veterans Services, Santa Clara County Tel: (408) 918-4980 |
Help getting state and federal benefits for veterans and their families. |
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San Jose Chapter |
Vida Nueva helps adult males and their families return to productive lives. Bilingual staff provides peer-level recovery resources. The 120-day minimum program is for men 18 years or older who have had at least 72 hours of abstinence who require no nursing care and who agree to abide by the program regulations. Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous meetings are held on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings at 8:00pm. |
| U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Respite Care | Respite Care is a program that pays for care for a short time when family caregivers need a break, need to run errands, or need to go out of town for a few days. Respite Care can be helpful to Veterans of all ages, and their caregiver. |
| Information and referrals for veterans’ benefits and services. | |
| Provides primary care and specialty health services, including addiction and substance abuse treatment, mental health care, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), physical and occupational therapy, suicide prevention, and more. |
Services for People with Specific Diseases and Disabilities
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD):
| Organization | Services Provided |
|---|---|
| Non-profit organization helping people with ADD/ADHD develop their full potential. | |
| Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) | Non-profit organization helping people with ADD/ADHD develop their full potential. |
HIV/AIDS or Related Diseases:
| Organization | Services Provided |
|---|---|
| AIDS Community Research Consortium (ACRC) 855 Douglas Ave. Redwood City, CA 94063 Tel: (650) 364-6563 |
Provides programs that are responsive to the changing needs of those infected and affected with HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C (HCV) by offering:
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| Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Tel: (800) 232-4633 |
Operators are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to:
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| Family Caregiver Alliance 235 Montgomery Street, Ste. 930 San Francisco, CA 94104 Tel: (415) 434-3388 or (800) 445-8106 |
Services like: Workshops for caregivers of brain impaired adults and victims of AIDS dementia. |
| HealthTrust Tel: (408) 513-.8700 |
Serves anyone in living with Type 2 diabetes or HIV/AIDS in Santa Clara County by assuring access to all services needed to promote health, dignity, and quality of life to support the prevention and management of these conditions. |
Blindness and/or Visual Handicaps:
| Organization | Services Provided |
|---|---|
| California Department of Rehabilitation - Blind Field Services Tel: (916) 558-5480 |
Services include:
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| Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired Tel: (415) 431-1481 |
Services include:
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| Prevent Blindness Tel: (800) 331-2020 |
Teaches safety and how to prevent blindness. Offers resources and vision screening for students. |
| Vista Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired Locations in San Jose, Santa Cruz and Palo Alto Tel: (408) 295-4016, (831) 458-9766 or (650) 858-0202 |
Services include:
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Deafness and Hearing Problems:
| Organization | Services Provided |
|---|---|
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California Deaf and Disabled Telecommunication Program |
Free special equipment and services. To qualify, you must live in California and have a land line, and have problems with your:
You might be able to get home installation and special training. Just ask. You can get services in English or Spanish. |
| Deaf Counseling Advocacy and Referral Agency (DCARA) Tel: (510) 343-6670 |
Services include:
Programs include:
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Hearing and Speech Center |
Services include:
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Hearing Loss Association of America (California State Association) |
Support for people with reduced hearing. Services include monthly meetings and information. |
Strokes:
| Organization | Services Provided |
|---|---|
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Skills Plus: Santa Clara Adult Education |
Classes for neurologically impaired adults. Classes include:
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Alcoholism and Drug Abuse:
| Organization | Services Provided |
|---|---|
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AL-ANON Family Groups; ALATEEN 1 W. Campbell Avenue, Room Q82 Campbell, CA 95008 Websites: www.ncwsa.org/scvafg (Santa Clara Valley); www.al-anon.alateen.org/ (national site) |
Provides supportive services to families of alcoholics. |
| Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) 274 East Hamilton Avenue, Suite D Campbell, CA 95008 Tel: (408) 374-8511 Websites: aasanjose.org (Santa Clara County); www.aa.org (National) |
Daily support program to help alcoholics keep from drinking.
Listed are phone numbers and websites with information on local groups in English and Spanish (Alcohólicos Anónimos Del Area De Santa Clara). |
| ARH – Recovery Homes, Inc. PO Box 21826 San Jose, CA 95151 Tel: (408) 281-6570 (Corporate office) Tel: (408) 224-7778 (Transitional housing units men/women) House on the Hill |
Provides residential treatment programs for alcoholics and drug addicts. Also provides transitional housing for men and women, including women with children. House on the Hill is for women with young children (infants to 5 years) |
| Department of Alcohol and Drug Services (DADS), Santa Clara Valley Health and Hospital System - Gateway 976 Lenzen Avenue, 3RD Floor San Jose, CA 95126 Tel: (408) 792-5680 (Administration) Tel: (800) 488-9919 (Gateway) Website: www.sccdads.org |
Information and referrals to county programs and to providers that have a contract with the county. There are other branches across the country. Most have:
Different centers focus on different problems. |
| Narcotics Anonymous (NA) Tel: (408) 998-4200 (meeting times and locations) Websites: www.na.org (national) and |
Daily support programs to help recover from addiction. Volunteer phone numbers for support. |
| Voices United 1415 Koll Circle, Suite 101 San Jose, CA 95112 Tel: (408) 292-7292 (Office) |
Provides education and training about alcohol, nicotine, and other drug related issues. |
Alzheimer’s:
| Organization | Services Provided |
|---|---|
| Hearts and Minds Activity Center 2380 Enborg Lane San Jose, CA 95128 Tel: (408) 279-7515 |
Services include:
People who may be agitated, wander, or have problems of incontinence are welcome. |
| Alzheimer’s Association of the Greater San Francisco Bay Area 1060 La Avenida Mountain View, CA 94043 Tel: (650) 962-8111 or (800) 272-3900 |
Services include:
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| Family Caregiver Alliance 235 Montgomery Street, Ste. 930 San Francisco, CA 94104 Tel: (415) 434-3388 or (800) 445-8106 |
Services include:
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Help with Other Diseases and Disabilities:
| Organization | Services Provided |
|---|---|
| American Cancer Society 747 Camden Ave. Suite B Campbell, CA 95008 Tel: (408) 871-1062 (800) 227-2345 (24-hour number) Website: www.cancer.org |
Services include:
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| American Diabetes Association’s Northern California Chapter | |
| American Heart Association, Western States Affiliate One Almaden Blvd., Suite 500 San Jose, CA 95113-2214 Tel: (408) 977-4950 Website: www.heart.org |
Educational materials on:
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| American Lung Association Website: www.lungusa.org |
National and statewide organizations working to prevent lung disease and promote lung health. |
| Breathe California 1469 Park Avenue San Jose, CA 95126 Tel: (408) 998-5865 Fax: (408) 998-0578 |
Breathe California of the Bay Area fights lung disease in all its forms and works with its communities to protect lung health. Services include:
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| National Multiple Sclerosis Society Tel: (800) 344-4867 |
Services include:
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| Parkinson's Patients Support Groups (PPSG) PO box 60188 Sunnyvale, CA 94088 Tel: (408) 542-5610 Websites: www.ppsg.org (local) |
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Housing and Living Services
Out-of-Home Placement for Supervised Care:
If a person who cannot live by him or herself anymore, the person’s doctor may suggest one of the following types of care:
| Organization | Services Provided |
|---|---|
| Intermediate Care Facilities (ICF)
ICFs are licensed by the: Department of Health Services Licensing and Certification Licensing website: www.dhcs.ca.gov/Pages/default.aspx |
ICFs have more supervision and some nursing care. Contact the Dept. of Health Services Licensing and Certification for a list of ICFs. And, contact them if you have a complaint about an ICF, SNF (skilled Nursing Facility), or any licensed medical institution. |
| Residential Care Home (RCH) Facilities
RCHs are licensed by the: State Department of Social Services 2580 North First Street, Suite 350 San Jose, CA 95131 Licensing website: https://secure.dss.ca.gov/CareFacilitySearch/ |
People in RCH facilities get:
They do not offer professional nursing care. Contact the State Dept. of Social Services for a list of licensed facilities. And, call them to report any problems in an RCH. |
| Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) | SNFs have:
They are licensed by the State Department of Health (See address for ICFs above). |
Also contact: Long Term Care Ombudsman Program (Catholic Charities) 2625 Zanker Road, Suite 201, San Jose, CA 95134 Tel: (408) 944-0567.
If you want to learn about the rights of people in nursing homes or need a support group contact: California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform, Tel: (415) 974-5171 ; (800) 474-1116.
Housing Services for People with Disabilities:
| Organization | Services Provided |
|---|---|
| Community Housing Developers 255 North Market St., Ste. 290 San Jose, CA 95110 Tel: (408) 279-7677 Website: www.communityhousingsv.org |
Apartments for low-income people who qualify, including seniors and physically challenged people |
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Community Solutions 16264 Church St. #103 Morgan Hill, CA 95037 5671 Santa Teresa Blvd., #s 202, 203 San Jose, CA 95123 Website: www.communitysolutions.org |
Supportive housing services for mentally ill adults. Sober living environments. |
| Housing Authority of the County of Santa Clara 505 West Julian Street San Jose, CA 95110 Tel: (408) 275-8770 TDD: (408) 993-3041 Website: www.hacsc.org/ |
Services for qualified, low-income seniors and people with disabilities. Funded by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). |
| Housing for Independent People (HIP) 481 Valley Way Milpitas, CA 95035 Tel: (408) 941-1850 Fax: (408) 941-0294 |
Accessible, low cost housing. Qualifying persons include:
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| Momentum for Mental Health 2001 The Alameda San Jose, CA 95126-1136 Tel: (408) 261-7777 Website: www.momentumformentalhealth.org |
Temporary housing and help finding permanent housing for mentally ill people. |
| Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, Rehabilitation Center
See information above. (Ask for a Social Worker at Valley Medical Center.) |
Provides training in independent living skills for clients leaving hospital care |
For more help, check other sections. For example, if your family member suffers from alcohol or drug related disabilities, see the section on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Services. Also see the resources in the section below.
Help for Living at Home:
People with disabilities living at home need different services. You can get these services from many agencies. You can find personal non-medical services on the list below. For more choices, look at the Yellow Pages of your telephone book under “Home Health Services and Nurses” and “Nurses Registries”. Ask if they have homemaker services and how much they cost.
| Organization | Services Provided |
|---|---|
| Health Trust 3180 Newberry Drive, Suite 200 San Jose, CA 95118 Tel: (408) 513-8700 FAX: (408) 513-8736 Website: http://healthtrust.org/ |
Non-medical homemaker and personal care services. These services are for physically weak people and people with physical disabilities. Services include:
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| Hospice of the Valley, Santa Clara County 4850 Union Avenue San Jose, CA 95124
Tel: (408) 559-5600 |
Provides:
Services are covered by Medicare, Medi-Cal or other insurance; no one is denied care based on not being able to pay |
| In-Home Supportive Services Social Services Agency, Santa Clara County 333 West Julian Street 4th Floor San Jose, CA 95110 Tel: (408) 975-4899 |
Services to help the elderly and people with disabilities stay at home. They include:
Any person who is blind, disabled, or older than 65 and has low income is eligible. If your income is higher, you may be able to get services. But, you may have to pay part of the cost. |
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County Senior Nutrition Program |
Services for people over 60 years old (and their spouses). Provides:
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| Pathways Home Health Hospice 585 North Mary Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94085 Tel: (408) 730-5900 Website: www.pathwayshealth.org |
Provide low-cost services:
They accept Medi-Cal payment or for those who need hospice care, but do not have insurance, the Hospice Foundation will provide free Hospice care. |
| Silicon Valley Independent Living Center Main office: 2202 N. First St. San Jose, CA 95131 Tel: (408) 894-9041 TTY: (866) 945-2205 FAX: (408) 894-9050 South County Branch: |
Programs and services at SVILC are designed to meet various independent living needs. |
Home Equity Programs:
You may need to use the equity in your home or a family member’s home to get money to pay for the services and equipment needed for you or a family member to live at home. You can do this by arranging a simple equity line of credit, a sale leaseback or a reverse mortgage. For Home Equity Loan Programs, contact your bank or real estate broker.
House Repair and Rehabilitation Loans:
Most cities in Santa Clara County have specific requirements for loans and grants. Cities below are linked to their website home page. Call your city for information:
| City | City | City |
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Campbell |
Cupertino |
Gilroy |
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Los Gatos |
Milpitas |
Morgan Hill |
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Mountain View |
Palo Alto |
San Jose |
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Santa Clara |
Saratoga |
Sunnyvale |
For Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, and all unincorporated areas of the county, call Housing and Community Development Department of Santa Clara County, (408) 441-0261 .
| Organization | Services Provided |
|---|---|
| Avenidas (Re-Inventing Aging) 450 Bryant Street Palo Alto, CA 94301 Tel: (650) 289-5400 |
Door to Door program provides referrals to house cleaning, handyman and other in-home services. |
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Sobrato Center for Nonprofits Tel: (650) 321.9709 |
Housing and information/referral services for low- and medium-income families, people with disabilities and seniors in Palo Alto. |
| Rebuilding Together Silicon Valley 2885 Aiello Drive, Suite A San Jose, CA 95111 Tel: (408) 578-9519 Website: www.rebuildingtogether-sv.org |
Free services for low-income senior homeowners who qualify. Services include:
Work is done in April and October. A year-round program does repairs that improve accessibility and mobility within the home. Turn your application as early as possible. They are considered on a first come-first served basis. |
Help with Transportation
You can get help if your disability makes it impossible for you to take public transportation to medical appointments or other important reasons.
| Organization | Services Provided |
|---|---|
| American Cancer Society Tel: (408) 879-1032 |
Drives some cancer patients to medical appointments. 24-hour service, Monday through Sunday (free of charge). |
| Community Services Agency of Mountain View and Los Altos Tel: (650) 968-0836 |
Low-cost transportation for the elderly and people with disabilities in Mountain View, Los Altos and Los Altos Hills. Call to see if you qualify and to set up an appointment. Ask for the senior department. |
| El Camino Health Care System (Roadrunners) Tel: (650) 940-7016
Website: www.elcaminohospital.org |
Transportation to El Camino Hospital from anywhere 10 miles away or less. |
| Heart of the Valley Tel: (408) 241-1571 Website: www.servicesforseniors.org/ |
Transportation to:
Volunteers stay with clients during medical appointments. Services are for seniors (59 and older) in Santa Clara, West San Jose, Cupertino, Saratoga, Sunnyvale, Los Gatos, Campbell and Monte Sereno. There are no financial eligibility requirements. But, they cannot transport people in wheelchairs or people who need walkers or canes. |
| Japanese American Community Senior Services (Yu-ai-kai) Tel: (408) 294-2505 Website: www.yuaikai.org |
Volunteers give very limited transportation help. They can take seniors in San Jose to medical appointments. And, they can help translate to and from Japanese. |
| Outreach 926 Rock Ave. Suite 10 San Jose, CA 95131 Tel: (408) 436-2865 (San Jose), or (800) 400-6222 (South County) |
Provides pre-schedule transportation to medical appointments and limited shopping for people who qualify under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). Outreach serves all of Santa Clara County. It is the cities' Consolidated Para-transit Service Project. |
| VTA (Bus and Light Rail) ADA Transportation Website: www.vta.org/accessibility/index.html |
Information on VTA bus and light rail services accessible to individuals with disabilities. |
Sourcewise Online Resource Directory
Since 1973, the Council on Aging Silicon Valley has provided services and support to seniors in Santa Clara County. Now called Sourcewise, they state that they continue to support seniors and caregivers as they expand their reach to include persons with disabilities and all adults in Santa Clara County.
Search for services using the Online Resource Directory.
Job Training
| Organization | Services Provided |
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| California State Department of Rehabilitation 100 Paseo de San Antonio, Room 324 San Jose, CA 95113 Tel: (408) 277-1355 Fax: (408) 277-1270 TTY: (408) 277-1043 |
Helps people with disabilities get a job and keep it. They want to help people live independently. Services include:
You can get help at several places in the county. But first, you have to fill out and hand in an application. To get an application, go to the Dept. of Rehabilitation website . |
| CalJOBS Tel: (800) 758-0398 |
Job testing and placement services. Services and computers with job listings are provided at several locations in the county. |
| Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County: Focus for Work 2625 Zanker Road, Suite 101 San Jose, CA 95134 Tel: (408) 325-5285 |
Helps adults with chronic mental illness get back to work. A referral from a mental health provider is needed. |
| Center for Employment Training (CET) 701 Vine Street San Jose, CA 95110 Tel: (408) 287-7924 |
Job training and placement services for low-income people. On Tuesdays and Thursdays there is an orientation in English. On Wednesdays, it is in Spanish. |
| MetroEd-Silicon Valley Adult Education 760 Hillsdale Avenue San Jose, CA 95136 Tel: (408) 723-6450 |
Training to teach entry-level job skills or improve skills you already have. Call or read the information on the websites to see if you qualify. (Students and adults must reside within one of the six school districts.) |
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Institute for Career Development Website: http://www.goodwillsv.org/ |
Services include:
A division of Goodwill of Santa Clara County |
| Momentum for Mental Health - Employment Services |
Provides career opportunities for people with mental disabilities and helps find employment in the community. You can get on-the-job training and help finding a job in the community. |
| NOVA (Supported Employment) Program 505 W. Olive Avenue, Suite 550 Sunnyvale, CA 94086 Tel: (408) 730-7232 TTY: (408) 774-5448 Website: www.novaworks.org |
Services for low-income people with disabilities. If you qualify, you can get interviewed and tested in your basic skills and interests. You can learn what support services you need to work. |
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Sacred Heart Community Center |
Helps with resume preparation, interview preparation, computer training skills and more. Free orientations to employment services in English and Spanish. |
| SeniorNet San Jose Almaden Almaden Community Center 6445 Camden Avenue San Jose CA 95120 Tel: (408) 677-7698 Website: San Jose Willows Willows Senior Center |
SeniorNet is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide older adults education for and access to computer technologies. The classes (in Computer Fundamentals, Word Processing, the Internet and more) provide training that may help individuals with job hunting and on the job, as well as in their personal life. Classes are available to all persons 50 years and older for a very low fee. |
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VTF Services Website: www.vtfservices.org |
Help for people with disabilities and the mentally impaired Services include a community rehabilitation program with supervised job training in
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Work2Future Website: www.work2future.biz |
Helps job seekers get the skills and training they need to find a job. Helps young people enter the workforce with skills training and job search assistance. |
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West Valley College Career Programs Website: westvalley.edu/careers |
You may call to make an appointment to meet with a career advisor. |
More Agencies and Information
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