Why Hunger:
Free hotline where you can access information for local soup kitchens, food pantries, congregate meal sites, and government nutrition programs.
English Language: https://whyhunger.org/find-food/
Spanish language: https://whyhunger.org/find-food-es/
National Celiac Association:
Includes information for local resources and gluten-free food pantries.
SNAP: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (food stamps)
Federally funded program administered at the state level
Eligibility/Apply: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/calfresh
CSFP: Commodity Supplemental Food Program
Monthly box may include a variety of the following: juice, farina, oats, ready-to-eat cereal, rice, pasta, peanut butter, dry beans, canned meat, poultry, or fish, and canned fruits and vegetables.
Eligibility: Elderly that are at or below 130% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines.
Phone: 877-541-7905
Meals on Wheels:
Mom’s Meals (Possible Cost Associated): https://www.momsmeals.com/
-Pre-made meals available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.
-Usually shipped in batches of 10, 14, and 21 days.
-Can store up to 14 days in refrigerator.
-Costs range around <$8.00/meals. Discounts offered for bulk orders and veterans.
Magic Kitchen (Possible Cost Associated): https://www.magickitchen.com/
https://www.magickitchen.com/menu/menu.pdf
https://www.magickitchen.com/menu/menu.pdf
-Most packages are priced at 2 to 4 servings.
-There are some single-serve options.
-Pre-made meals available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.
Samaritan House
Phone: 650-341-4081
4031 Pacific Blvd.
San Mateo, CA - 94403
Pacifica Resource Center
Phone: 650-738-7470
1809 Palmetto Ave.
Pacifica, CA - 94044
Coastside Hope Emergency Pantry
Phone: 650-523-3526
El 99 Ave Alhambra
El Granada, CA - 94018
Second Harvest Food Bank - Bing Center
Contact Information
1051 Bing Street
San Carlos, CA – 94070
Evergreen Baptist Church
Phone: 415-467-1606
Contact Information
6270 3rd Street
San Francisco, CA - 94124
Healthcare Assistance:
Rx Assistance:
Medicare Rx Assistance:
Insulin Assistance:
EyeCare America: eligible patients can receive a free eye exam plus a one year follow up for any condition diagnosed in the initial exam.
National Institute of Health: provides information for several organizations that can assist with eye exams, eyeglasses, and eye-related prescriptions.
National Ramp: provides information and resources for obtaining a ramp.
Paying for Senior Care: provides information for state assistance programs for Durable Medical Equipment.
Veterans Crisis Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (Veterans- press 1)
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
Hours: 24/7. Languages: English, Spanish, and 200+ through interpretation service
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration or SAMHSA's National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Crisis Services & Suicide Prevention: Dial 988
California Department of Aging
-Connect with caregivers
-Food delivery
-Apply for medi-cal
Transportation Database By County:
Rental Assistance
National Low-Income Housing Coalition
Senior Living Discounts
Retail, grocery, restaurant, leisure, travel, etc discounts.
Cleaning For A Reason
-Receive 1 free home cleaning each month for 2 months (2 cleanings total)
-Individuals and families who are receiving cancer treatment, recovering from cancer, or in hospice should be eligible.
San Mateo Senior Center
Phone: 650-522-7490
2645 Alameda de las Pulgas
San Mateo, CA 94403
Millbrae Senior Center
Phone: 650-259-2370
Millbrae, CA 94030
San Bruno Senior Center
Phone: 650-616-7150
1555 Crystal Springs Rd
San Bruno, CA 94066