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OptiVida offers free, confidential support for housing, healthcare, food, transportation, and more. Most clients pay nothing. Contact them at (909) 865-9635.

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Programs to contact

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OptiVida

Nonprofit

Supportive housing navigation and referral assistance in Riverside County; get screened and request housing referrals.

2

Inland Empire Lifeline

Nonprofit

Free searchable directory for housing vouchers, rental and utility help, DV shelter and 24/7 crisis contacts; search resources now.

Open provider page +1-800-706-7500
3

Riverside University Health System (RUHS) Behavioral Health

Federal Government Program

Riverside County behavioral health housing programs with mental health counseling, addiction recovery and housing referrals; see programs & referrals.

4

211 Riverside County

Local Government Program

Calimesa human services list for shelters, food, transportation, utilities and mental-health supports; see hours & eligibility

Open provider page +1-909-795-9801

Recommended next steps

  • OptiVida offers free, confidential support for housing, healthcare, food, transportation, and more. Most clients pay nothing. Contact them at (909) 865-9635.
  • Inland Empire Lifeline provides a free directory of over 400 organizations offering shelter, food, healthcare, mental health, legal aid, and more across the Inl
  • Riverside County DPSS offers financial assistance, housing assistance, and mental health support. For 24-hour services, call 2-1-1 or (800) 464-1123.
  • RUHS Behavioral Health provides housing and homeless services, including emergency food and shelter access, transitional and permanent supportive housing, and b
  • Lutheran Social Services of Southern California offers emergency assistance, referrals, and peer support training in Riverside. Reach them at (951) 689-8447.
  • City Net Riverside County provides street outreach, case management, housing navigation, and referrals to local programs. Contact them at (951) 390-3567.
  • Riverside County Office of Homeless Services oversees a county-wide Continuum of Care, offering supportive social services and housing options. For assistance,
  • 211 Riverside County connects you to agencies providing services such as abuse, addiction, counseling, disability services, and more. Dial 2-1-1 for assistance.
  • Riverside County DPSS Crisis Intervention offers resources like financial assistance, housing assistance, and mental health support. For 24-hour services, call
  • Riverside County DPSS Refugee Resources supports refugees and immigrants with housing, utilities, food assistance, and more. For assistance, call (800) 464-1123

Need categories

Mental Health Services

  • Counseling and Crisis

Housing and Shelter

  • Emergency and Stability