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- Immigration Legal Service
Advancing Justice - Asian Law Caucus
Habeas Corpus, Removal hearings Immigration, housing, and health care advocacy for HIV+
- Phone
- (415) 896-1701
- Address
- 55 Columbus Ave., San Francisco, CA 94111
- County
- San Francisco
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Immigration Legal Service
Asian Law Alliance
ALA programs are designed to make legal services accessible to Asian/Pacific and low income people. Delivering services in Asian/Pacific Islander languages. Providing consultation and legal representation on a free or low-cost basis. Services are provided by staff attorneys, support staff, and volunteers who are multilingual in various Asian languages. Housing: Ensuring access to decent housing, preventing and combating against illegal and discriminatory housing practices. As of September 1, 2021, ALA is holding weekly unlawful detainer clinics to provide self-represented tenants who are in the eviction process with information and assistance on the forms. Public Benefits: Assisting the elderly, families, and disabled individuals in ensuring their opportunities for Social Security, family maintenance and disability benefits. Immigration & Deportation Defense: Assists with applications for citizenship, green cards, and other immigration remedies. Provides legal defense for deportation and removal proceedings. Domestic Violence/Victims of Violent Crimes: Seeks resolution for individuals in the areas of civil, immigration, and family law who have been victims of domestic violence and/or violent crimes. Civil Rights: Defending and promoting laws that afford Asian/Pacific Islanders full rights and opportunities. The passage of regressive laws in recent years has threatened these ideals. In response, ALA has worked with diverse community groups to protect the rights of the immigrant, the family and the poor. The Santa Clara County Asian Law Alliance (ALA) is an equal opportunity service provider to all persons regardless of, race, sex, color, age, religion, actual or perceived gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, ethnic or national origin, or familial status.
- Phone
- (408) 287-9710
- Address
- 991 W. Hedding Street #202, San Jose, CA 95126
- County
- Santa Clara
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Immigration Legal Service
Bay Area Legal Aid
Family Law, Domestic Violence, Housing, Health-Care Help, Public Benefits
- info@baylegal.org
- Address
- 1735 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA 94612
- County
- Alameda, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Immigration Legal Service
Catholic Charities - Center for Immigration Legal & Support Services
Adjustment of Status, Asylum applications, Consular Processing, DACA, DAPA, Employment authorization, Family-based petitions, Naturalization/Citizenship, Removal hearings, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, T visas, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), U visas, VAWA
- Phone
- (650) 284-6451
- Address
- 990 Eddy St., San Francisco, CA 94109
- County
- San Francisco
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Immigration Legal Service
Catholic Charities of the East Bay
Catholic Charities Immigration Legal Services Program has been assisting individuals to navigate the complexities of immigration for decades. Our BIA Accredited Staff provide compassionate guidance and assistance in every step of the process. With extensive knowledge and partnership with reputable immigration law organizations, our staff is ready to assist individuals with the following services: Permanent Residence Citizenship/Naturalization Family Petitions Extreme Hardship Waiver DACA Renewals Residence Card Renewal Affidavit of Support Citizenship Mock Interview
- Phone
- (925) 825-3099
- immigration@cceb.org
- Address
- 433 Jefferson Street, Oakland, CA 94607
- County
- Alameda, Contra Costa
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (by appointment)
- Immigration Legal Service
Catholic Charities- Immigration Legal Services
Catholic Charities Immigration Legal Services Program has been assisting individuals to navigate the complexities of immigration for decades. Our BIA Accredited Staff provide compassionate guidance and assistance in every step of the process. With extensive knowledge and partnership with reputable immigration law organizations, our staff is ready to assist individuals with the following services: Permanent Residence Citizenship/Naturalization Family Petitions Extreme Hardship Waiver DACA Renewals Residence Card Renewal Affidavit of Support Citizenship Mock Interview
- Phone
- (209) 444-5910
- Address
- 1106 N. El Dorado Street, Stockton, CA 95202
- County
- Stanislaus, San Joaquin
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (by appointment)
- Immigration Legal Service
Center for Employment Training – Immigration & Citizenship Program
Adjustment of status, consular processing, DACA, employment authorization, family-based petitions, Naturalization/Citizenship, Temporary Protected Status (TPS)
- Phone
- (408) 534-5451
- info@cet-icp.org
- Address
- 701 Vine Street, Suite 114, San Jose, CA 95110
- County
- Santa Clara
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Immigration Legal Service
Centro Legal de la Raza
Adjustment of Status, Asylum applications, Consular Processing, DACA, DAPA, Employment authorization, Family-based petitions, NACARA, Naturalization/Citizenship, Removal hearings, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), U visas, VAWA
- Phone
- (510) 437-1554
- info@centrolegal.org
- Address
- 3400 E. 12th Street, Oakland, CA 94601
- County
- Alameda
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Immigration Legal Service
Community Legal Services in East Palo Alto
Adjustment of Status, Asylum applications, DACA, Employment authorization, Removal hearings, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, T visas, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), U visas, VAWA
- Phone
- (650) 326-6440
- info@clsepa.org
- Address
- 1861 Bay Road, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
- County
- San Mateo
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Immigration Legal Service
El Concilio
Immigration Legal Services & Citizenship ClassesOur Immigrant Integration Team seeks to expand opportunities for immigrants, so they may participate fully in society, as well as enhance their experiences and perspectives through outreach and education so they understand and benefit from new opportunities. Services include: Citizenship DACA Translations Waivers Visa Processing Permanent Residency Green Card Renewals Family Petitions Affidavit of Support Removal Conditions Freedom of Information Requests Advance Parole Request for Evidence Advice & Referrals Individual & Family Consultations Community Education
- Phone
- (209) 644-2600
- info@elconcilio.org
- Address
- 1632 N Street, Fresno, CA 93721
- County
- Stanislaus, San Joaquin
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (by appointment)
- Immigration Legal Service
Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC)
The mission of the Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC) is to work with and educate immigrants, community organizations, and the legal sector to continue to build a democratic society that values diversity and the rights of all people.
- Phone
- (415) 255-9499
- info@ilrc.org
- Address
- 1458 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
- County
- San Francisco (statewide services)
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Immigration Legal Service
Immigration Center for Women and Children
Guardianship for minor, Adjustment of Status, Consular Processing, DACA, Employment authorization, Employment-based immigrant and non-immigrant petitions, Naturalization/Citizenship, Removal hearings, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, T visas, U visas, VAWA
- Phone
- (415) 861-1449
- info@icwclaw.org
- Address
- 1254 Market Street, 3rd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94102
- County
- San Francisco
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Immigration Legal Service
International Rescue Committee
Adjustment of Status, Consular Processing, DACA, Employment authorization, Family-based petitions, Naturalization/Citizenship, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), VAWA
- info@rescue.org
- Address
- 440 Grand Ave, Suite 500, Oakland, CA 94610
- County
- Multiple (Bay Area, Sacramento, San Diego)
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Immigration Legal Service
Jewish Family and Children’s Services
Adjustment of Status, Consular Processing, Employment authorization, Family-based petitions, NACARA, Naturalization/Citizenship, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, T visas, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), U visas, VAWA
- Phone
- (415) 449-2900
- info@jfcs.org
- Address
- 2534 Judah Street, San Francisco, CA 94122
- County
- San Francisco
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Immigration Legal Service
Pangea Legal Services
Adjustment of Status, Asylum applications, Consular Processing, DACA, DAPA, Employment authorization, Family-based petitions, NACARA, Naturalization/Citizenship, Removal hearings, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, T v
- Phone
- (415) 254-0475
- info@pangealegal.org
- Address
- 391 Sutter Street, Suite 500, San Francisco, CA 94108
- County
- San Francisco
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Immigration Legal Service
Red Cards (ILRC)
Red Cards All people in the United States, regardless of immigration status, have certain rights and protections under the U.S. Constitution. The ILRC's red cards give examples of how people can exercise these rights. However, they do not provide individualized legal advice. Community members are encouraged to check in with a trusted legal service provider for questions about their situation. Read below to learn how to order red cards, print your own in many languages and effectively use them. Special thanks to our many partners who contributed translations in the various languages now available, making these red cards accessible to more individuals.
- Phone
- (415) 255-9499
- info@ilrc.org
- Address
- 1458 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
- County
- Statewide
- Hours
- Online resource available 24/7
- Immigration Legal Service
United Farm Workers Foundation
The United Farm Workers Foundation (UFW Foundation) in Fresno offers comprehensive immigration legal services to individuals in the San Joaquin Valley, including Fresno, Kings, Madera, Merced, and Tulare counties. Their services are particularly focused on assisting farm workers and other low-income immigrants.
- Phone
- (559) 496-0700
- Address
- 732 North Van Ness Avenue, Fresno, CA 93728
- County
- San Joaquin Valley – Fresno, Kings, Madera, Merced, Tulare
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Mental Health Resources
Center for Human Services
We are a local nonprofit serving youth and families in Stanislaus County through prevention, education, intervention, shelter, counseling and treatment services. We help meet the basic human needs of people in our community every day by providing concrete support in times of need and a caring environment. Each year we serve over 10,000 children, individuals and families in several core program areas.
- Phone
- (209) 526-1476
- Address
- 2000 W. Briggsmore Ave. Bldg. A Modesto, CA 95350
- County
- Stanislaus
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Mental Health Resources
Help is Hope Foundation
Help Is Hope provides critical support services to underserved communities in California's Central Valley through a combination of direct assistance, digital innovation, and community partnerships. Focused on breaking systemic barriers, this initiative offers practical solutions for individuals facing complex challenges related to employment, health, and basic needs. We combine personalized care with technological innovation to serve California's Central Valley. Our initiative focuses on rapid service delivery, evidence-based practices, and accessibility across multiple formats.
- Phone
- (209) 241-1625
- info@helpishope.org
- Address
- 140 Calaveras Avenue Modesto, CA 95354
- County
- Stanislaus
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Mental Health Resources
Jewish Family and Community Services East Bay
Mental Health Services After experiencing war, poverty, and relocation, refugees and immigrants arrive with complicated trauma histories and require specialized treatment. They must also face the challenges of building a new life in a new country. This extreme stress puts refugees at high risk for severe mental health issues. JFCS East Bay’s mental health programs for Afghans, Ukrainians and others focus on assessing each refugee or immigrant to determine their mental health status and needed services. This early intervention helps prevent larger issues from emerging. If appropriate, our own multilingual psychologists will provide direct therapy services. Case managers are trained to recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health problems. When outside services are needed, our staff provides referrals, advocacy, and translation to help refugees and immigrants connect with mental health providers. In addition to working individually with refugees and immigrants, our multilingual staff also provide group presentations on mental health topics. These workshops help our clients understand how to differentiate between normal immigration stress and more serious issues, how to recognize the signs and symptoms of depression, and how to determine which services they need.
- Phone
- (925) 927-2000
- Address
- Alameda County Office 2484 Shattuck Avenue, Ste. 210 Berkeley, CA 94704 Find Us Contra Costa County Office 2151 Salvio Street, Ste. 350 Concord, CA 94520
- County
- Alameda, Contra Costa
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Mental Health Resources
La Clínica de La Raza
La Clínica was founded in 1971 to address health barriers and create better lives for the underserved. Today, La Clínica is the first choice for providing multi-lingual, accessible full-scope health care services in the East Bay, no matter a patient’s income level or insurance status.
- Phone
- (510) 535-4000
- info@laclinica.org
- Address
- 1501 Fruitvale Avenue, Oakland, CA 94601-2322
- County
- Alameda
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (varies by clinic)
- Mental Health Resources
Linia Prevención del Suicidio y Crisis
Todos podemos ayudar a prevenir el suicidio. 988 Lifeline brinda apoyo gratuito y confidencial las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana para personas que están pasando por momentos difíciles. También ofrecemos recursos de prevención y crisis para usted o sus seres queridos al igual que mejores prácticas para profesionales en los Estados Unidos.
- Phone
- 988
- N/A – llame o mande mensaje a través del sitio web
- Address
- Servicio disponible en todo el país – no se requiere ubicación física
- County
- United States Nationwide
- Hours
- 24/7
- Mental Health Resources
Peer Wellness Collective
Peer Wellness Collective was founded in 1988 to support peer-run, self help services for people with mental health and/or substance use challenges in Alameda County, CA. Today, we have 6 programs in the “Collective” led by peers who have lived-experience within the mental health community.
- Phone
- (415) 891-3836
- Address
- 8105 Edgewater Dr, Ste 100 Oakland, CA 94621
- County
- Alameda
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Mental Health Resources
Street Level Health Project
We are an Oakland-based community center dedicated to improving the wellbeing of underinsured, uninsured, and recently arrived immigrants in Alameda County.
- Phone
- (510) 533-9906
- Address
- 3125 East 15th St, Oakland, CA 94601
- County
- Alameda
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Mental Health Resources
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Connects you with caring crisis counselors for emotional support. Phone call and chat are available.
- Phone
- 988
- N/A – call or chat via website
- Address
- Available nationwide – no physical location required
- County
- United States Nationwide
- Hours
- 24/7
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Know Your Rights
Know Your Rights
Everyone in the United States has constitutional rights, regardless of immigration status. Know your rights if you encounter immigration authorities:
General
Intake Document Checklist
Before your intake appointment, please have photos or copies of the following documents ready:
Unaccompanied Minors
Guide for Unaccompanied Minors
SJC has provided free legal representation to unaccompanied minors in deportation proceedings since 2013. Minors do not have a right to an attorney during a deportation hearing, which is why SJC steps in to fill that gap.
Behavioral Health
Behavioral Health Support
The immigration process can be overwhelming. SJC's Behavioral Health Team provides compassionate, goal-oriented, and individualized support for our clients, including: