Need help now? Get housing, food, harm reduction, mental health & job training in Modesto. Walk-ins welcome. AI-powered support from people who've been there.
REAL HELP. RIGHT NOW.
We've Been Where You Are. Let Us Help
Struggling with Addiction? Mental health? Homeless? Just got out of Jail or Prison
We get it. Because we've lived it.
Need help now? Get housing, food, harm reduction, mental health & job training in Modesto. Walk-ins welcome. AI-powered support from people who've been there.
● Virtual & in-person appointments ● Walk-ins welcome
● No ID or insurance required ● Sessions are private & confidential
Personalized Support
One-on-one guidance + care coordination + real-world resources + whole-person care + cutting-edge technology
= Help that actually works. Fast.
Available OnlineRead MoreI'm Ready For Change & Want Help To Learn How To Better Navigate My Life So I Don't Feel Stuck.
15 min - 45 min
ATTENTION: FREE SUPPORT AVAILABLE IN THE CENTRAL VALLEY
If You've Been Pushed Aside, Counted Out,
or Left Behind This Place Is For You
DO ANY OF THESE SOUND LIKE YOU?
● I'm dealing with ● Right now I'm
● My Record Shows ● I'm fighting
FORMERLY INCARCERATED SUBSTANCE ADDICTION
● I'm living with ● Currently I am
HEALTH CONDITIONS UNEMPLOYED/UNDER-EMPLOYED
● My Community Is ● I'm surviving on
● I could really us some ● I need a reason to
At Help Is Hope, our hearts go out to those in California's Central Valley who are often overlooked or left behind. You are seen, valued and never alone on your journey towards hope.
We are dedicated to lifting up the unhoused and homeless, individuals living with mental health challenges, and those who are neurodivergent or face learning difficulties.
We support people facing poor physical health or disabilities, no access to medical, vision, or dental care, and low-income individuals, the underemployed and unemployed, and those rebuilding after incarceration or addiction.
You are not your worst day, your hardest season, or your biggest mistake—there is still a future with your name on it, and we’re here to help you reach it.
Open To Underemployed & Unemployed Supporting Substance Recovery
Rebuilding After Incarceration Standing with LGBTQ+ & Minorities
Helping With Homelessness Navigating Mental/Physical Health
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WHY WE'RE DIFFERENT
You Are A Person
Not A Case To Be Processed
We've been homeless. We've struggled with addiction. We've been locked up. We've been suicidal.
That's why people trust us. We don't talk AT you—we talk WITH you. We know what it's like when everyone's given up on you. And we're here to tell you: you're not done yet.
We Actually Listen
No lines. No paperwork. Just real real resources and conversation with someone who gets it.
Zero Judgment Zone
Using right now? Still drinking? Just relapsed? We're not here to lecture you. We're here to help.
Holistic Help
Not just one problem. We look at the whole picture—housing, mental health, money, relationships, health, all of it.
We're Here for the Long Run
Not just when you're in crisis. Before, during, after—whenever you need us, we're here to provide help and hope.
WHAT WE CAN HELP WITH
Whatever You're Going Through, We've Got You
We don’t give you a hotline, hand you a list, or play referral roulette — we show up, become your partner, and stay, because we believe in relationship-driven help, not quick fixes.
From emergency clothing and hygiene essentials to addiction and recovery support, peer-led groups, health checks, and real-world job training, Help Is Hope surrounds you with practical help, real humans, and tech-powered tools so you can move from surviving to rebuilding your life.
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Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Loneliness or Trauma?
Are you struggling and need to talk to someone who's been through it. Not a therapist reading from a book—real people who survived what you're going through.
Just Got Out Of
Jail or Prison?
On Probation/Parole?
We help with housing, job training, resume building, record clearing, and someone who gets what reentry is really like.
Dealing with Addiction?
Behavioral or Substance Use
We meet you where you are. Free Narcan. Fentanyl test strips, condoms. Someone to talk to who won't judge. Help when you're ready to quit.
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Need Food,
Clothing & Shelter
Right Away?
Get connected with basic necessities and needed essentials. More than just a one-time thing we work with you to apply for assistance.
Need A Job, Your GED or Help With Money Management?
Immediate education and job evaluation available. Resume help. Employment & computer literacy programs you can start today. Budget assistance.
Don't Ever Go To The Doctor?
What Your Body Is Saying?
Free health checks. HIV testing. Vitals & 35+ Biomarkers Checked. No insurance needed. No judgment about how long it's been
Not Sure What You Need?
Come in and talk to us. We'll figure it out together.
SERVING CALIFORNIA'S CENTRAL VALLEY
COMPLETE CARE & REAL BENEFIT
UNLOCK FREE MEDI-CAL BENEFITS
NOBODY TOLD YOU ABOUT
Healthcare (therapists, dentist, specialist, vision care, medical equipment, substance use treatment)
Meals, Phones, Self Care Kits, Stop Smoking Help may all be available at $0 cost if you qualify.
Answer a few quick questions to see what you can unlock.
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Takes about 60 seconds. No payment required.
ECM: ENHANCED
CARE MANAGEMENT
Replaces a busy "case manager" with a real life helper for health, housing, paperwork, and appointments so you don't have to juggle it alone.
High Support.
$0 if you qualify
MENTAL WELLNESS
SELF-CARE
A stash of at-home health test kits, over-the-counter wellness products and essential health and symptom relief items designed to keep you well.
Available While
Supplies Last
PROTECTING ALL
PEOPLE
Free Naloxone (Narcan), Fentanyl testing strips, alcohol wipes, sterile water, condom, lube, and an at home oral HIV testing kits.
Convinient &
Confidential
STOP SMOKING
& VAPING
Your lungs called they want you back. Get the patches, gum, coaching and cheat-code tips to finally quit smoking without doing it alone
Custom plan.
Real-life support.
LITTLE-KNOW CALIFORNIA PROGRAMS
Benefits That Make Your Life Safer, Healthier, and Cheaper
“You’re probably leaving hundreds of dollars on the table every month—and maybe putting your health at risk—without even knowing it.
California quietly offers powerful benefits that can slash your car insurance costs, lower or even cover your home internet, reduce your energy bills, and mail you a free, private HIV/STI test kit right to your door.
If you’re a low‑ or moderate‑income household, you may already qualify just by being on Medi‑Cal, CalFresh, or similar programs. Tap the options below to see what you’re eligible for and start saving—these are real programs, not scams, and they’re designed for families exactly like yours.”
NO INSURANCE NEEDED
Testing that meets you where you are. Literally. TakeMeHome will mail you a free HIV or STI test kit and instructions in a discreet package right to your doorstep.
AFFORDABLE AUTO INSURANCE
LOW COST AUTO INSURANCE PLAN
California's provides low income persons with liability insurance protection at affordable rates to help meet financial responsibility laws.
BROADBAND
FOR ALL
Home internet service and computing devices are critical for all individuals to reap the social and economic benefits of the digital world.
HOME ENERGY
ASSISTANCE
Assistance to those who qualify that reduce the costs associated with home energy bills, energy crises, weatherization, and minor energy-related home repairs.
HOLISTIC HUMAN CENTERED TECHNOLOGY
Compassionate humans and smart tools work together to uncover options, explore new innovative solutions, and open doors that many people never knew existed.
We have a tech-forward approach grounded in empathy, dignity and reality.
Leveraging Cutting-Edge Tools
Discover Your Path Forward or Find Support Today
TECHNOLOGY MEETS HUMANITY
Hybrid Help: Us + Tech = Faster Response
When You Need It Most
Other nonprofits make you wait weeks for an appointment. We help you TODAY.
We combine real human connection (people who've lived it) with cutting-edge technology to coordinate your care, track your progress, and get you resources FAST. No bureaucracy. No endless phone trees. Just smart tech + real people = real results.
Mobile App - At Your Fingertips
Track your wellness check results. Schedule appointments. Find resources nearby. Message your peer support specialist. All from your phone.
Whole-Person Care Coordination
Our tech tracks ALL your needs—mental health, housing, jobs, health screenings—so nothing falls through the cracks. One system. One plan. All your goals in one place.
Get immediate needs assistance. Complete digital assessment available for walk-ins. Book Free 1 on 1 personalized support session. Expert guidance from our "talking" website.
FREE, NO RED TAPE, WAITING LISTS, OR JUDGEMENT
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Human touch + digital speed: Live peer support backed by the best tech
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COMING SOON (Live Support Groups: NA, AA, Re-Entry
PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIAL & CERTIFICATION
Trained, Experienced & Ready to Help
Our team brings professional certifications, lived experience, and genuine care to every interaction
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Life Lab
Opportunity Engine
Turn challenges into opportunities with tools built to unlock your full potential.
Life Lab Tech Tools — AI-backed digital tools to help you discover, plan, and act on your next step. Every day you wait is a day of opportunities missed — discover your path today.
PROVEN PROGRAMS
EDUCATION & CAREER PATHWAYS
Real Skills.
Real Careers.
Learn, Earn or Intern. Classes. Career Paths. Certifications.
Education & workforce development programs designed for you.
No college degree needed. No experience required. Explore our programs. Build skills. Transform your future.
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MORE WAYS WE HELP
Initiatives That Actually Change Lives
These aren't just ideas—they're real programs helping real people get jobs, get connected, and get their lives back.
Want to Get Involved in These Programs?
Whether you need help, want to volunteer, or want to support these initiatives—we'd love to hear from you.
Join Us in Spreading Hope Across The Central Valley
Whether you want to volunteer your time, donate to support our mission, or partner with us to expand our impact—there are many ways to get involved and make a difference.
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