Disclaimer: While Truckee Meadows Community College provides links to these sites to support our students, faculty and staff, these links are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute any endorsement or approval by TMCC.
| COVID-19 Resources | |
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| Nevada State and Local Resources | |
| Join Together Northern Nevada | Has fun, calming, and interactive activities to do with your family at home. |
| Regional Information Center | Has many resources and has up to date information on cases. |
| REMSA aheinz@remsa-cf.com |
Hiring temp call center workers. $15/hr. 6-hour slots. Flexible scheduling. Temp job. Email if interested. |
| Safe Embrace—Domestic Violence Resource 775-322-3466 |
24/hr hotline is available and may be able to assist victims of domestic violence via motel voucher. |
| Unemployment 775-684-0350 |
Individuals can apply for unemployment benefits if laid off due to coronavirus. |
| Food Resources | |
| Catholic Charities Moana Lane Neighborhood Center 480 E. Moana Lane Reno, NV 89502 |
Much like a grocery store, our Neighborhood Centers allow patrons to select their own food from a variety of meats, dairy, fresh produce, and non-perishable items instead of receiving a pre-packed or standard bag of groceries. For individuals and families unable to visit our main campus, our Neighborhood Centers also offer a one-stop shop for a variety of services such as case management, immigration assistance, homelessness prevention, benefit enrollment, and more. |
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1135 12th St., Sparks, NV 89531 (Inside St. Pauls's Episcopal Church) |
The Community Food Pantry provides food to those in need in the greater Reno/Sparks area. |
| Food Bank Of Northern Nevada | The Food Bank of Northern Nevada is continuing to serve the community while taking precautions to protect the health and safety of clients, volunteers, and staff. Check website for currently Mobile Harvest Schedule effective April 1. |
| Meal Programs for Kids and Seniors | Food takeouts and drive-by food services offered in Washoe County. |
| Sun Valley Neighborhood Center 225 E. Fifth Ave. Sun Valley, NV 89433 |
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| Technology Resources | |
| Affordable Connectivity Program | The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a U.S. government program that helps many low-income households pay for broadband service and internet connected devices. |
| Highspeed Internet Resources | Several programs exist to help make internet service more affordable to low-income households. There are both government subsidies and low-income internet programs from internet service providers (ISPs) that can lower your internet bill. |
| Xfinity | Sign up for a free internet essentials package for 60 days. |
| Apps for Good Mental Health | |
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| Breathe2Relax | Meditation and breathing techniques, free. |
| Happify | Games and activities to reduce stress and anxiety, free for basic content, subscription required to access all activities. |
| Headspace | Guided meditations, free trial period, subscription required. |
| Mindshift | Relax using Cognitive Behavior Techniques, free. |
| MoodTools | Track emotions and gauge your mood, free. |
| Sanvello | Virtual self care and mental health tips, free basic features but premium features requires a fee. |
| VA Mental Health App | Suite of products designed for veterans through the Department of Veteran Affairs, but free to anyone. |
| What's My M3 | Mental health assessments. |
| Child Care/Youth Services | |
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| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern NV 1300 Foster Dr. #210, Reno, NV 775-352-3202 |
Provides mentorship between adult volunteers and children ages 6-14 in the community. |
| Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows 2680 E. Ninth St., Reno, NV 775-331-5437 |
Before and after school programs for children and teens. Summer camps also available. Locations throughout Northern Nevada. Ages 6–18. Scholarships available. |
| Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada 500 E. Fourth St., Reno, NV 775-322-7073 |
Child care, thrift stores, transitional housing, transportation, food pantry, dining room, adoption assistance, immigration assistance, Kids to Seniors Korner. |
| Children's Cabinet 1090 S. Rock Blvd., Reno, NV 775-856-6200 |
Childcare assistance, youth services, parenting classes, family counseling. |
| City of Reno, Youth Services 1301 Valley Rd., Reno, NV 775-334-2262 |
Enrichment programs for children and teens. Serves students in grades K–12 (5–18 years of age). |
| City of Sparks, Parks and Recreation 775-353-2376 |
Recreational and social activities and program for children, teens, and adults. Before and after school programs. Summer camps also available. |
| Community Services Agency (CSA) 1090 E. 8th St., Reno, NV 775-786-6023 |
Head Start, parenting classes, energy assistance (weatherization and payment assistance), affordable health care, may help fund housing, youth services, veterans services, employment assistance, tax preparation. |
| For Kids Foundation 834 Willow St., Reno, NV 775-741-5231 |
Provides financial aid and assistance to children in Northern Nevada. |
| Washoe County Library Various Locations 775-327-8300 |
Recreational and educational activities for children and teens. |
| Washoe County School District, Parent University 5450 Riggins Ct. #5, Reno, NV 775-789-4685 |
Support for parents, guardians, or family members of Washoe County students. |
| Clothing | |
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| Good Shepherd's Clothes Closet 335 Record St., Reno, NV 775-348-0605 |
Clothing closet. Referral by social agency required. |
| Project 150 Reno 1340 Foster Dr., Reno, NV 775-203-4755 |
Provides basic needs to homeless, displaced and disadvantaged high school students allowing them to focus on education and graduate from high school. |
| Reno-Sparks Gospel Mission 630 Gentry Way, Reno, NV 775-323-0386 |
Discount store offering clothing, appliances, furniture, etc. Various locations. Only serves men at this time.
Clothing closet located at: 575 E. 4th St. |
| Salvation Army Thrift Store 1925 Sutro St., Reno, NV 775-688-4588 |
Discount store offering clothing, appliances, furniture, etc. Various locations. |
| St. Vincent's Thrift Shop 500 E. 4th St., Reno, NV 775-322-9824 |
Discount store offering clothing, appliances, furniture, etc. Various locations. |
| Counseling | |
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| Adolescent Treatment Center 480 Galletti Way #8, Reno, NV 775-688-1633 |
Counseling and behavioral residential treatment center. |
| Children's Cabinet 1090 S. Rock Blvd., Reno, NV 775-856-6200 |
Childcare assistance, youth services, parenting classes, family counseling. |
| Family Counseling Service 1475 Terminal Way, Reno, NV 775-329-0623 |
Offers mental health recovery, sexual abuse treatment, psychiatric therapy and group therapy. |
| Northern Nevada Child and Adolescent Services 2655 Enterprise Rd., Reno, NV 775-688-1600 |
Counseling services for children ages 0-17 with emotional or behavioral problems. |
| Northern Nevada HOPES 580 West 5th St., Reno, NV 775-786-4673 |
Primary care, chronic disease management, behavioral health counseling, substance use counseling, and health education. Discounted services based on a sliding fee scale available for uninsured. Hours: Mon.–Thurs. 8 a.m.–7 p.m., Fri. 8 a.m.–5 p.m. |
| Safe Embrace 780 E. Lincoln Way, Sparks, NV 775-322-3466 |
Emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and their children. Individual, family, and substance abuse counseling by certified therapists. Those seeking help do not need to be residents of the shelter in order to receive counseling. Transitional housing, support groups, training. |
| Solace Tree 1300 Foster Dr., Reno, NV 775-324-7723 |
Provides support to families coping with the death of a parent or loved one. |
| The Downing Counseling Clinic University of Nevada, Reno William Raggio Bldg., Third Fl., Rm. 3007 Reno, NV 89557 775-682-5517 |
The Downing Clinic offers individual counseling, couples counseling, family counseling, play therapy, consultations and referrals.
The fees for counseling services are waived for Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) students. Drop ins for the public start at $5. |
| TMCC Counseling Center 7000 Dandini Blvd., RDMT 115 775-673-7060 |
Professionally trained and skilled counselors assist students in making decisions about careers, college readiness, relationships and other personal issues that can interfere with normal day-to-day life. |
| Victims of Crime Treatment Center University of Nevada, Reno Edmund J. Cain Hall, Second Fl., Rm. 206 Reno, NV 89557 775-682-8684 |
Provides a broad range of psychological services at no cost for children, parents and adults in the community who have been sexually abused and/or sexually assaulted. |
| Disabilities | |
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| Child Find Project 240 S. Rock Blvd. #101, Sparks, NV 775-327-0685, press "2" |
Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for children with disabilities ages 3-5 years old. |
| Disability Resources, Inc. 50 E. Greg St. #102, Sparks, NV 775-329-1126 |
Supportive living arrangements, job development & job coaching, respite. |
| Nevada Department of Health and Human Services 4126 Technology Way, Suite 100, Carson City, NV 775-684-4000 |
NDHHS aims to ensure families are strengthened, public health is protected, and individuals achieve their highest level of self-sufficiency. This may include services such as: child care, thrift stores, transitional housing, transportation, food pantries, dining room, adoption assistance, immigration assistance, and Kids to Seniors Korner. |
| Nevada Disability Advocacy & Law Center 1875 Plumas St. #1, Reno, NV 775-333-7878 |
Information and referral services, education, training, mediation, and legal counsel. |
| Nevada Early Intervention 2667 Enterprise Rd., Reno, NV 775-688-1341 |
Assessment and treatment for children from birth to three years old with developmental delays or birth defects. |
| Nevada P.E.P. 4600 Kietzke Ln. #I-202, Reno, NV 775-448-9950 |
Information, services, training and advocacy to Nevada families of children with disabilities. |
| Northern Nevada RAVE Family Foundation 555 Rector Way, Reno, NV 775-787-3520 |
Provides respite to families caring for children with special needs while training high school volunteers to work with these exceptional children. |
| Northern NV Center for Independent Living 999 Pyramid Way, Sparks, NV 775-353-3599 |
Information and referral, advocacy, independent living skills training, and peer support. |
| NV Dept. of Health and Human Services, Project ASSIST 1-800-522-0066 |
Directory for information about organizations, programs, or agencies providing services and support. |
| Social Security Administration 1170 Harvard Way, Reno, NV 1-800-772-1213 |
General information and services for Social Security disability benefits. |
| State of NV Dept. of Employment, Training and Vocational Rehabilitation 1325 Corporate Blvd., Reno, NV 775-823-8100 |
Employment and vocational training/retraining for people with disabilities. |
| Talking Book Services, Nevada State Library, Archives and Public Records 100 N. Stewart St., Carson City, NV 775-684-3354 1-800-922-9334 |
Free library service for Nevadans who are unable to use standard print materials due to a visual or physical disability. Books and players are mailed to and from our patrons postage free. The library's collection includes fiction and nonfiction audio books and magazines for all ages. |
| TMCC Disability Resource Center (DRC) 7000 Dandini Blvd., RDMT 115, Reno, NV 775-673-7277 |
Provide services to ensure equal access to all curricular and co-curricular activities to qualified students with documented disabilities. |
| Education | |
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| High School Equivalency at TMCC 5270 Neil Rd. #220, Reno, NV 775-829-9044 |
Program that offers preparation and testing for those who are seeking the High School Equivalency credential either through the GED or HiSET examination. |
| Innovations High School 777 W. 2nd St., Reno, NV 775-333-5150 |
Innovations High School is a small, self-teaching community of learners where no one feels left out, and each helps motivate the other. Innovations is a free public high school within the Washoe County School District, and exists as an option available to all Washoe County high school students. |
| Nevada Job Corps 14175 Mt. Charleston St., Reno, NV 800-733-5627 |
Residential education and vocational training program for the economically disadvantaged youth. |
| Northern Nevada Literacy Council 1400 Wedekind Rd., Reno, NV 775-356-1007 |
Helps adult learners with High School Equivalency (formerly GED) preparation and testing, free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, and citizenship classes. |
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TMCC Educational Partnership Programs 5270 Neil Rd. MDWN 205 Reno, NV 89502 |
Offers assistance to special populations (single parents and displaced homemakers) who are returning to school and/or workplace. |
| TMCC EPIC (Educational Programs Inspiring the Community) 5270 Neil Rd. #216, Reno, NV 775-829-9010 |
Offers northern Nevada's largest selection of non-credit personal enrichment and professional success courses. Classes are tailored to children, teens, adults and esteemed elders. |
| Washoe County School District 425 E. Ninth St., Reno, NV 775-348-0200 |
County education systems for Pre-K through 12th. |
| Emergency Resources/Crisis Hotlines | |
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| Aging and Disability Services Division 9670 Gateway Dr., Reno, NV 775-688-1341 |
Protection services for suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation and isolation of older adults ages 60+. |
| Child Protective Services 350 S. Center St. #280, Reno, NV 775-785-4272 |
Reporting of physical, emotional, sexual abuse or negligent treatment of a child under the age of 18. |
| Crisis Support Services of Nevada 900 N. Virginia St., Reno, NV 775-784-8090 1-800-273-8255 |
24-hour hotline for suicide prevention, crisis counseling, referral to other supportive resources. |
| Domestic Violence Resource Center 1735 Vassar St., Reno, NV 775-329-4150 |
The Domestic Violence Resource Center (formerly the Committee to Aid Abused Women) provides free services for people experiencing family violence. Our mission is to, “Rebuild safe and hopeful lives for victims of family violence.” |
| National Runaway Safeline 1-800-786-2929 |
Information on services for runaway or homeless youth. |
| Reno Police Department 455 E. 2nd St., Reno, NV 775-334-2175 (front desk) Emergency: Dial 9-1-1 |
Dispatch, non-emergency information. |
| Sparks Police Department 1701 E. Prater Way, Sparks, NV 775-353-2231 or 775-353-2279 Emergency: Dial 9-1-1 |
Dispatch, non-emergency information. |
| Substance Abuse Help Hotline 775-825-4357 |
Prevention, treatment, and recovery support services for behavioral health. |
| TMCC Police Department 7000 Dandini Blvd., RDMT 243, Reno, NV 775-674-7900 Emergency: Dial 9-1-1 |
Police services on campus and other TMCC sites. Also offer Rape Aggression Defense Training. |
| Veterans Crisis Line 1-800-273-8255, press "1" |
24-hour, confidential support to veterans and their families/friends in crisis. |
| Washoe County Sheriff's Office 911 Parr Blvd., Reno, NV 775-328-3001 |
Non-emergency dispatch and information. |
| 988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 988 |
24-hour, toll-free, confidential suicide prevention hotline available in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. |
| Employment and Training | |
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| Job Opportunities in Nevada (JOIN) 4001 S. Virginia St., Suite H, Reno, NV 775-336-4450 |
Educational/occupational training and counseling for individuals seeking careers, financial stability, & personal success. Interview appropriate clothing closet for program participants. |
| Nevada Career Information System 500 E. Third St., Carson City, NV 775-684-0477 |
Online career guidance system. Assessments, labor market information, occupational outlook, resume creating tools, scholarship information. |
| Nevada JobConnect in Reno: 4001 S. Virginia St. #H, Reno, NV 775-284-9600 in Sparks: 2281 Pyramid Way, Sparks, NV 775-284-9520 |
Personalized job search, referrals, & placement. Career information and guidance, assessments, vocational education & training info. Resume preparation assistance. Public computers available for employment related services. |
| State of NV Casual Labor 420 Galletti Way, Sparks, NV 775-688-1240 |
Daily/ temporary labor opportunities with payment at end of day or completion of project. |
| State of NV Dept. of Employment, Training and Vocational Rehab 1325 Corporate Blvd., Reno, NV 775-823-8100 |
Employment and vocational training/retraining for people with disabilities. |
| TMCC Educational Partnership Programs 5270 Neil Road, MDWN 205 Reno, NV 775-673-7060 |
Offers assistance to special populations (single parents and displaced homemakers) who are returning to school and/or workplace. |
| TMCC Workforce Development and Community Education 5270 Neil Rd. #216, Reno, NV 775-829-9010 |
Dozens of career certificate programs help prepare students for jobs in health care, floral, grant writing, cutting-edge technology and more. Classes are led by expert instructors who work in the fields they teach. |
| Women and Children's Center of the Sierras 3905 Neil Rd. #2, Reno, NV 775-825-7395 |
Services aimed at helping women escape poverty. Job placement, GED Prep, ESL classes, computer literacy and family training. Diaper bank open to men and women; birth certificate required for each child along with parent ID and referral from social service agency or church. |
| Family | |
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| Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada 500 E. Fourth St., Reno, NV 775-322-7073 |
Child care, thrift stores, transitional housing, transportation, food pantry, dining room, adoption assistance, immigration assistance, Kids to Seniors Korner. |
| Children's Cabinet 1090 S. Rock Blvd., Reno, NV 775-856-6200 |
Childcare assistance, youth services, parenting classes, family counseling. |
| Community Services Agency (CSA) 1090 E. 8th St., Reno, NV 775-786-6023 |
The Stabilization Services Department offers a variety of no cost services to individuals and families who meet need and eligibility guidelines. |
| Family Resource Center Various Locations
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Provide services and programs to families in at-risk neighborhoods. English as a Second Language classes; family advocacy and counseling; job search assistance; parenting classes; community referrals; translation; home visits. |
| Northern Nevada RAVE Family Foundation 555 Rector Way, Reno, NV 775-787-3520 |
Provides respite to families caring for children with special needs while training high school volunteers to work with these exceptional children. |
| NV Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Various Locations
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WIC is a special supplemental nutrition program that serves income eligible pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are at nutrition risk. |
| Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) | PFLAG promotes the health and well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons, their families and friends through: support, to cope with an adverse society; education, to enlighten an ill-informed public; and advocacy, to end discrimination and to secure equal civil rights. |
| Solace Tree 1300 Foster Dr., Reno, NV 775-324-7723 |
Provides support to families coping with the death of a parent or loved one. |
| Women and Children's Center of the Sierras 3905 Neil Rd. #2, Reno, NV 775-825-7395 |
Services aimed at helping women escape poverty. Job placement, GED Prep, ESL classes, computer literacy and family training. Diaper bank open to men and women; birth certificate required for each child along with parent ID and referral from social service agency or church. |
| Financial/Legal | |
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| American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Nevada | The ACLU of Nevada works to protect the rights and liberties of all Nevadans through lobbying on legislation and regulations, litigating, and educating the public. |
| Family Counseling Services 575 E. Plumb Ln., Reno, NV 775-322-6557 |
Pre-bankruptcy financial counseling available in person or over the phone. Financial education. Paralegal services to those needing to file Chapter 7 bankruptcy forms. |
| Family Self Help Center One South Sierra St., Reno, NV 775-325-6731 |
The Self Help Center provides citizens of Washoe County with general information about court process and procedures, provides educational material and information regarding legal resources in the community, and creates packets and forms for divorce, legal separation, custody, motions, name changes, annulments and guardianships. Staff works directly with citizens in person or over the telephone. |
| Financial Guidance Center 3100 Mill St., Reno, NV 775-337-6363 |
Offers financial counseling and education. |
| Law Library, Second Judicial District Court 75 Court St. #101, Reno, NV 775-328-3250 |
Access to an array of legal materials in a variety of formats. |
| Nevada Legal Services 204 Marsh St. #101, Reno, NV 775-284-3491 |
Free legal assistance to low-income Nevadans. |
| Nevada Statewide Victim Information and Notification Everyday (VINE) 1-888-268-8463 |
NV VINE is an automated notification system commitment to support victims of crime. Free and confidential notification and status information service regarding offenders in county jail or prison. |
| TMCC Financial Aid Department 7000 Dandini Blvd., RDMT 315C, Reno, NV 775-673-7263 |
Provides financial literacy information, assistance with applying for grants, loans, and scholarships and all other financial aid related questions. |
| Victims of Crime (State of NV Dept. of Administration) | Provides financial assistance to qualified victims of crime. |
| Washoe Legal Services 299 South Arlington Ave., Reno, NV 775-329-2727 |
Provides free quality legal services and representation to qualified residents to enable them to receive justice in civil legal matters involving human needs and self-sufficiency. Consumer issues, landlord/tenant issues, immigration status adjustments, free clinic for bankruptcy, and family law. |
| Food | |
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| Food Bank of Northern Nevada 550 Italy Dr., McCarran, NV 775-331-3663 |
Offers distribution calendars/schedules for local pantries. Kids summer/dinner meal programs. Mobile pantry information. |
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Nevada State Welfare
630 Greenbrae Dr., Sparks, NV 775-824-7400 |
General public assistance including Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), TANF, child support. |
| Project MANA 341 Village Blvd., Incline Village, NV 775-298-4161 |
Food pantry and support system for individuals residing in the North Lake Tahoe/Truckee region. Weekly food distributions. Will need to fill out general information packet. |
| Reno-Sparks Gospel Mission 355 Record St., Reno, NV 775-329-0485 |
Offers both emergency and long-term services for men and women in need. Free meals to homeless and needy. |
| St. Vincent's Dining Room 325 Valley Rd., Reno, NV 775-329-5363 |
Provides meals to the poor, homeless, and under-served men, women, and children. Open six days a week. Volunteer opportunities and free meal for volunteering. |
| St. Vincent's Food Pantry 500 E. Fourth St., Reno, NV 775-786-5266 |
Open Mon.–Sat. Picture ID, proof of income, and proof of Washoe County residency required. Daily food also available. |
| The Salvation Army 1931 Sutro St., Reno, NV 775-688-4555 |
Food distribution Mon.-Fri. Call for times. Must provide picture ID, proof of Washoe County residency, and income verification. |
| Washoe County Senior Social Services 1155 E. 9th St., Reno, NV 775-328-2575 |
Offers congregate meals at various locations. Program provides one meal per day to seniors 60+ and qualified individuals. Reservations required. Meals on Wheels services provides delivery of meals to homebound seniors 60+ who are unable to participate in the Congregate Meal program. |
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Wizard’s Warehouse TMCC Meadowood Center
TMCC Applied Technology Center 475 Edison Way, Room 117, Reno, NV 775-856-5300 |
Food distribution on select days and by appointment. Form completion required. Call for more information. |
| General Assistance | |
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| Eddy House 888 Willow St. Reno, NV 89502 775-384-1129 |
The YOU is a walk-in center in downtown Reno for at- risk youth between the ages of 12 and 24. Open Monday-Friday from 10-5, youth visitors can access “care and comfort services” including showers, laundry vouchers, snacks, clothing, free wi-fi, cell phone charging, a tech lab and the Chill Zone - a safe space to spend time off the streets. |
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Energy Assistance (LIHEA)
1470 College Parkway, Carson City, NV
775-684-0730 |
Provides a supplement to assist qualifying low-income Nevadans with the cost of home energy. |
| Nevada State Welfare 4055 S. Virginia St., Reno, NV 775-684-7200 |
General public assistance including Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), TANF, child support |
| Nevada Youth Empowerment Project 1369 Faland Way, Reno, NV 775-747-2073 |
NYEP’s Community Living Program provides young women (18-21 years old) with direction and structure. NYEP is a unique, community-based youth service provider. |
Nevada 2-1-1
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Free resource information about community services in Nevada. |
| Ridge House 900 W. 1st St. #200, Reno, NV 775-322-8941 |
The Ridge House is the only statewide organization that provides comprehensive re-entry services for former offenders in Nevada. Through compassionate services and strategic programming, our clients are able to become productive members of society. |
| Social Security Administration 1170 Harvard Way, Reno, NV 775-784-5221 1-888-808-5481 |
Apply for Social Security card or replacement, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Supplemental Disability Income (SDI), and Medicare. Calculators to determine individuals SS payment at retirement. |
| State of Nevada Dept. of Motor Vehicles 305 Galletti Way, Reno, NV 775-684-4368 |
Apply for or renew a driver’s license or identification card. Register a vehicle. |
| United States Passport and International Travel 1-877-487-2778 |
Apply for U.S. passports, Visas and assistance in international travel. |
| Grief and Loss | |
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| A national network created in response to the needs of grieving young adults. | |
| Best and Worst Things to Say to Someone in Grief | Tips on how to communicate about grief. |
| Caring for Grieving Hearts – Gary Roe | Facebook page with tips, inspirational quotes and free courses on coping with grief. |
| College Student Grief | YouTube video about college students and grief. |
| Coping with Loss – David Kessler | Facebook page with tips, inspirational quotes, videos and free downloads for coping with grief and loss. |
| Coping with the Loss of a Loved One | American Psychological Association article to help with coping with the loss of a loved one. |
| Dealing with Grief | YouTube video about a college student dealing with grief and loss. |
| Grief: 9 Things I wish I had Known | Downloadable document on grief and resources on books about grief. |
| Grief Yoga | Free yoga videos to help cope with grief. |
| Handouts on Grief and Loss | Printable grief and loss resources. |
| Healthy Ways to Navigate Grief | Tips to help with grief. |
| The Grieving Process: Coping with Death | YouTube video on steps to help with grief after losing a loved one. |
| The Solace Tree | Local support groups in Reno, NV. |
| What's Your Grief? | Grief support website. |
| 5 Coping Skills You Need to Work through Grief | Coping strategies for grief. |
| 12 Suggestions for Dealing with Grief and Loss | YouTube video with suggestions to cope with grief and loss. |
| Housing/Shelter | |
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| Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada 500 E. Fourth St., Reno, NV 775-322-7073 |
Child care, thrift stores, transitional housing, transportation, food pantry, dining room, adoption assistance, immigration assistance, Kids to Seniors Korner. |
| Committee to Aid Abused Women (CAAW) 1735 Vassar St., Reno, NV 775-329-4150 |
Confidential services including counseling, resources, shelter, clothing, food and transportation services to families of abuse. |
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1550 Evans Ave. Reno, NV |
Student Housing—accepts TMCC Students. Luxury off-campus. Fully furnished. |
| Northern NV Veterans Resource Center 419 W. Plumb Ln., Reno, NV 775-284-8387 |
Provides low income Veterans assistance with homelessness prevention, rapid re-housing, case management and assistance in getting other public benefits as well as temporary financial assistance on behalf of veterans for rent payments, utility payments, security deposits and moving costs. |
| Our Place |
Our Place is a low-barrier emergency shelter, specifically designed to provide women and families dealing with homelessness, a warm, safe, and home-like environment to stay in. |
| Provides direct phone numbers and website URLS of properties. | |
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1525 E. 9th Street, Reno, NV |
Reno Housing Authority is a Public Housing Agency in Reno, Nevada that participates in the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Public Housing, and Moving to Work programs. Provides fair sustainable, quality housing in diverse neighborhoods throughout Reno, Sparks, and Washoe County that offers an stable foundation for low-income families to pursue economic opportunities. |
| Reno-Sparks Gospel Mission 2115 Timber Way, Reno, NV 775-329-0485 |
Offers both emergency and long-term services for men and women in need. Addiction Recovery program, emergency shelter, transitional renting. |
| Safe Embrace 780 E. Lincoln Way, Sparks, NV 775-322-3466 |
Emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and their children. Transitional housing, support groups, training. |
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2800 Enterprise Rd, Reno, NV |
Student Housing—accepts TMCC students. Rent ranging from $600–700 (furnished), plus utilities. |
Volunteers of America
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Emergency shelter. Services include referrals for permanent housing, health care, education and career opportunities. Intake begins daily at 10 a.m. |
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Wolf Run Village & Wolf Run East 467 Beverly St., Reno, NV |
Student Housing—accepts TMCC students. Rent ranges from $550–585 for Wolf Run Village and about $725 plus utilities for Wolf Run East (common areas furnished, bedroom unfurnished). |
| Medical | |
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| Access for Community & Cultural Education Programs & Trainings (ACCEPT) 2400 W. 7th St., Reno, NV 775-786-5886 |
Our mission is to empower underserved individuals and families by providing public health services and resources through community partnerships serving a multicultural population with emphasis on the African American community. |
| Access to Healthcare Network 4001 South Virginia St. #F, Reno, NV 775-284-8989 |
Assists in connecting Nevadans in need of affordable health care with providers and services. Also offers low-cost health care through Medical Discount Program for individuals and families who do not qualify for Affordable Care. |
| CARE Chest of Sierra Nevada 7910 North Virginia St., Reno, NV 775-829-2273 |
Provides free medical equipment, supplies, prescription assistance and wellness education to Northern Nevadans in need. |
| Community Health Alliance 1055 South Wells Ave., Reno, NV 775-329-6300 |
Provides an extensive range of health care screening and prevention services, comprehensive primary care for all ages, pharmacy, dental services (preventive and treatment), management of chronic diseases, episodic illness care, outreach to and services for homeless individuals and families, and behavioral health care. |
| Mesothelioma Hub | Mesothelioma Hub connects you to treatment information, legal advice, resources for veterans, and the country’s top mesothelioma specialists. |
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Nevada Medicaid 4055 South Virginia Street, Reno, NV |
Nevada Medicaid is health insurance that helps many people who can't afford medical care pay for some or all of their medical bills. This program is available only to certain low-income individuals and families in Nevada who fit into an eligibility group that is recognized by Federal and state law. |
| Northern Nevada Dental Health Program 5250 Neil Rd. #103, Reno, NV 775-770-6609 |
Provides quality no to low-cost oral health care for qualified children and veterans. |
| Northern Nevada HOPES 580 West 5th St., Reno, NV 775-348-2893 |
Primary care, chronic disease management, women’s health services, behavioral health counseling, substance use counseling, nutrition, a pharmacy, social services, and health education. Discounted services based on a sliding fee scale available for uninsured. |
| Northern Nevada Dental Society 5605 Riggins Court, Suite #101A, Reno, NV 775-337-0296 |
The Northern Nevada Dental Society provides advocacy, peer review, continuing education, volunteer dental programs to help the underserved, leadership, benefits of the tripartite, and practice resources. |
| Northern Nevada Outreach Team (NNOT) | A collaboration of individuals and agencies to promote HIV/AIDS/STD awareness and education in the Northern Nevada area. |
| Planned Parenthood 455 West 5th St., Reno, NV 775-688-5555 |
Provides sexual and reproductive health care services, education, and information to women, men, and adolescents. |
| Real Choices Women's Center 835 Haskell St. Reno, NV 89509 775-826-5144 |
Free pregnancy test, option counseling, supportive services for expecting women and partners of expecting women. |
| Renown Women's Health 9901 E 2nd St. #307 Reno, NV 775-826-5000 Or 975 Ryland St. Reno, NV 775-982-5640 |
Renown's Women's Health is pleased to offer exceptional care to women, from puberty to post-menopause. They provide routine women's care, pregnancy care and evaluate gynecologic conditions in need of medical management or surgery. |
| TMCC Dental Hygiene Program 7000 Dandini Blvd., RDMT 415-A, Reno, NV 775-673-8247 |
Various dental services provided by the dental hygiene students under supervision in the Dental Clinic. Eligible patients may receive adult/child cleanings, blood pressure screenings, dental nutritional counseling, oral cancer screenings, periodontal scalings and root planing (with limitations), pit and fissure sealants, polishing of amalgam fillings, preventive dental education, topical fluoride treatments, X-rays, other related therapeutic services. |
| VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System 975 Kirman Ave., Reno, NV 775-786-7200 |
Primary and secondary care for veterans. Medical, substance abuse, and mental health treatment. |
| Washoe County Health District 1001 East Ninth St., Bldg. B, Reno, NV 775-328-2470 |
Family planning clinic, Teen Health Mall (14-19 yr. olds), STD clinic. |
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| Adolescent Treatment Center 480 Galletti Way, Sparks, NV 775-688-1633 |
24-hour supervised residential treatment for adolescents, 13-17 years of age. Psychiatric evaluation and medication management. Individual, family, and group therapies. Psychological assessment and evaluation. Nursing care. Emergency evaluation and stabilization. |
| Bristlecone Family Resources 704 Mill St., Reno, NV 775-954-1400 |
Addiction and mental wellness treatment and prevention services including social model detoxification, residential, transitional living, outpatient, aftercare. Parenting workshops, family and adult drug court services. |
| Center for the Application of Substance Abuse Technology (CASAT) 1664 N. Virginia St., MS 279, Reno, NV 775-784-6265 |
Offer prevention, treatment, and recovery services for individuals with addictive behaviors. |
| Gamblers Anonymous 428 S. Rock Blvd., Sparks, NV 775-356-8070 |
Help and support for those struggling with a gambling problem. |
| Local Inpatient Rehab Locator | This website helps to locate local treatment options and guide families in the right direction to help people recover. |
| Nevada's Recovery and Prevention (NRAP) University of Nevada, Reno, WRB 1001 775-784-6224 |
Provides an environment of nurturing support and peer connections for students recovering from substance and behavioral addictions and students choosing a substance-free lifestyle. |
| Northern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services (NNAMHS) 480 Galletti Way Bldg. 25, Sparks, NV 775-688-2001 |
State of Nevada inpatient facility, outpatient clinic and mental health center. Offers psychiatric treatment and rehabilitation services. |
| Northern Nevada Al-Anon & Alateen 775-348-7103 |
Help and support for friends and family of alcoholics. |
| Northern Nevada Alcoholics Anonymous 436 S. Rock Blvd., Sparks, NV 775-355-1151 |
Help and support for recovery from alcoholism. |
| Quest Counseling 3500 Lakeside Court #101, Reno, NV 775-786-6880 |
Drug testing, assessments, counseling, prevention programs, family service and 24/7 structure, care, and off-site treatment for clients experiencing substance use/ mental health disorders. |
| Reno-Sparks Gospel Mission 2115 Timber Way, Reno, NV 775-323-0386 |
Offers both emergency and long-term services for men and women in need. Addiction recovery program, emergency shelter, transitional renting. |
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Renown Behavioral Health 85 Kirman Ave, Ste 200, Reno, NV 775-982-2862 |
Elizabeth Harrison is an Outpatient Therapist who practices psychotherapy at Renown Behavioral Health. She believes that everyone’s story is their own unique and sacred journey. She believes that good therapy is like solving a puzzle, sorting the pieces to determine how people arrived at their decision to seek care. She believes firmly in relationship building, establishing trust, and designing solutions for people’s life challenges. |
| Safe Embrace 780 E. Lincoln Way, Sparks, NV 775-322-3466 |
Individual, family and substance abuse counseling by certified therapists. Those seeking help do not need to be residents of the shelter in order to receive counseling. Transitional housing, support groups, training. |
| Sierra Sage Region of Narcotics Anonymous 775-322-4811 |
Provides a recovery process and peer support network for recovering narcotic addicts. Meetings take place throughout area. |
| Step 1 1015 N. Sierra St., Reno, NV 775-329-9830 |
Provides supportive transitional housing and services to low or no income, adult men recovering from substance abuse. |
| Step 2 3700 Safe Harbor Way, Reno, NV 775-787-9411 |
Substance abuse treatment program for women suffering from addiction. Residential and out-patient treatment program that provides women struggling to overcome substance abuse disorders, poverty, domestic violence and/or sexual assault/trauma the opportunity to rebuild their lives. |
| Substance Abuse Help Hotline 775-825-4357 |
Prevention, treatment, and recovery support services for behavioral health. |
| Willow Springs 690 Edison Way, Reno, NV 775-858-3303 1-800-448-9454 |
Residential treatment program for children and teens, ages 5 through 17. |
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| Greater Light Christian Center 2400 West 7th St., Reno, NV 775-348-2050 |
Connects people in distress to clergy or a religion leader and provides referrals and resources for all faiths and denominations. |
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| Department of Motor Vehicles 9155 Double Diamond Parkway Reno, NV 895218 |
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles issues drivers licenses, vehicle registrations and license plates in the Silver State. |
| Greyhound (Bus Service) 155 Stevenson, Reno, NV 775-322-2970 1-800-231-2222 |
Intercity bus transportation. |
| Kiwanis Bike Program 145 Catron Dr., Reno, NV 775-337-1717 |
Provides bicycling and pedestrian safety education and outreach, donates bikes to youth organizations. Sale of bikes at discounted prices. |
| Kiwanis Bike Program 5305 Mill St., Reno, NV 89502 775-337-1717 |
Kiwanis Bikes is a service committee of the Kiwanis Club of Downtown Sparks. Volunteers at the non-profit Kiwanis Bike Program teach bike safety and repair, and donate the majority of bikes they refurbish to youth organizations and schools in Northern Nevada. |
| Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) 2050 Villanova Dr., Reno, NV 775-348-7433 |
Public transit bus system in greater Reno/Sparks area. |
| Reno Bike Project 216 E. Grove St., Reno, NV 89502 775-323-4488 |
Reno Bike Project (RBP) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community bicycle shop and resource, which advocates for a sustainable cycling community through education, collaboration, and accessibility for everyone in the Truckee Meadows. |
| RTC Access 2050 Villanova Dr., Reno, NV 775-348-0477 |
Paratransit service that provides door-to-door, pre-scheduled transportation for people who meet the eligibility criteria of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). RTC Access passengers have disabilities which prevent them from riding RTC RIDE independently some or all of the time. |
| RTC-Washoe Senior Ride 775-348-0477 |
Discounted taxi rides that enable seniors to maintain their independence and mobility. Seniors and other eligible RTC Access participants may purchase coupons (taxi bucks) to help cover the cost of taxi rides. Apply at Washoe County Senior Services. |