211 Connecting Point can refer people to other 211 call centers in California and around the USA. 211 Contact Center Representatives can access a PDF document for California that contains County, Phone Number, Lead Entity, Website, and State Region served. To find contact centers around the United States visit https://www.211.org/about-us/your-local-211

You can also call 866-FIND-211 (866-346-3211) to find your county's 211 in California. Your call can be transferred to your local 2-1-1.

(Note: If you work at a 2-1-1 in California and would like your county to route appropriately through the 866-find-211 phone line, please contact Eve Hamilton at ehamilton@icfs.org.)

 

California 211 Direct Phone Numbers

2‑1‑1 is a free telephone number providing access to local community services. 2‑1‑1 is available in multiple languages, allowing people access to information and to obtain referrals for resources such as physical and mental health, housing, utility, food…

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Any Nevada County resident who has a current positive test result for COVID-19 or who has long COVID may be eligible for some County services if they have no other support available from family or friends. Positive test result can be from a testing site or a home antigen test. If a home test, a public health nurse will determine if a PCR/on site test is needed. People in these situations can call 211 to be put on a list. County staff will contact them to see if they can assist with services.
 
For people with a current positive COVID test result, the County may be able to provide supplies that can be ordered online for delivery:

• groceries
• toiletries
• diapers
• cleaning supplies

 
For COVID-19 test kits call Nevada County COVID-19 Nurse Line at 530-265-7258 and arrange for a parking lot pick up at the Public Health building located at 500 Crown Point Circle, Grass Valley.
 
For people with long COVID, the County may be able to provide

• general info
• support groups
• help with disabil…

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211 provides information about Food Banks and Pantries and Congregate Meals.

During the coronavirus outbreak, available services have changed from time to time. Call 211 for the most current info.

Coronavirus Considerations
Community food distribution programs have been asked to keep 211 updated about any changes in their schedules and protocols. Use the following info as a guide, but remember that distributions may need to be canceled or changed on short notice.

FOOD BANK OF NEVADA COUNTY
Due to health concerns surrounding COVID-19, we will be holding DRIVE-THRU distributions at...
 
Grass Valley
2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month from 10am-12pm
Grass Valley Seventh Day Adventist Church
12889 Osborn Hill Rd, GV
 
North San Juan
2nd Tuesday of each month from 10am-12pm
Oak Tree School
18847 Oak Tree Rd, North San Juan
 
Town of Washington
3rd Wednesday of each month at 12pm
15406 Washington Rd, Washington

Truckee
Tuesday from 4pm-5pm
11001 College Trail, Truckee, CA
 
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Age Advantage is a non-medical home care agency that serves greater Sacramento seniors and adults in need of assistance at home with tasks such as:

• Meal preparation
• Escort to Doctor visits
• Medication reminders
• Light housekeeping
• Laundry
• Grocery shopping
• Stand by assist when walking, toileting, or showering
• Caregivers can also assist further with bed baths and incontinence care

Staff at Age Advantage is available 24/7 and free consultations are available. Age Advantage is licensed under the CA Department of Social Services.

Websites:

• Age Advantage of Roseville - http://ageadvantageroseville.com/

Al-Anon is for families and friends of alcoholics, or anyone who is troubled by someone else's drinking. Al-Anon offers meetings worldwide, in person, electronically, and over the phone.

Website:

• Al-Anon - for current, local meetings visit Sacal-anon.blogspot.com

Support group and meetings for individuals affected by alcoholism throughout the greater Sacramento area. Call for location and times.

REOPENING DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC:
Info from California Dept. of Public Health applies to AA meetings. We do not have info yet on other 12-step programs.

AA meetings are essential under healthcare and when they cannot be done remotely should be done with proper health and safety protocols. AA meetings should follow the limited services guidance where possible https://covid19.ca.gov/industry-guidance/ and https://files.covid19.ca.gov/pdf/guidance-limited-services.pdf
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Offers a 12-step program consisting of meetings of recovered and recovering alcoholics. The purpose of these meetings is to share experiences, strength and hope so that attendees can help each other recover from alcoholism.

For Questions regarding in-person meetings, please visit https://nnig.org/ or call Central Office of Northern Nevada Intergroup of Alcoholics Anonymous at 775-355-1151.

Website at http://northtahoeaa.com/ contains information about AA meetings,… [read more]

DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC:
Info from California Dept. of Public Health applies to AA meetings.

AA meetings are essential under healthcare and when they cannot be done remotely should be done with proper health and safety protocols. AA meetings should follow the limited services guidance where possible https://covid19.ca.gov/industry-guidance/ and https://files.covid19.ca.gov/pdf/guidance-limited-services.pdf

Guidance for 12-Step programs from the County of Nevada - https://www.mynevadacounty.com/DocumentCenter/View/34601/Updated-Guidance-on-Treatment-Groups-2020-06-16?bidId=​
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Alcoholics Anonymous offers a 12-step program consisting of meetings of recovered and recovering alcoholics. The purpose of these meetings is to share experiences, strength and hope so that attendees can help each other recover from alcoholism.

Current calendar of Alcoholics Anonymous support groups and meetings available by calling 530-272-6287. Website at www… [read more]

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Nevada County Arts Council has formed a coalition of local arts organizations to create an emergency initiative to offer financial and informational resources to artists within Nevada County.

To apply or donate, visit https://www.nevadacountyarts.org/artist-relief-fund

ARTIST APPLICATION PROCESS
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To apply for relief funds from Nevada County Artist Relief fund, artists must meet the following three criteria:

• Must reside in Nevada County, California. Evidence of primary residence in Nevada County must be provided.
• Must work professionally or vocationally in local arts.  Artists will have been an active participant in the arts community (those whose life’s work is the arts, regardless of the income derived from work in the arts) and has experienced a loss of income due to COVID-19 because of: canceled performances, exhibitions, programs, classes, organizational closures, or loss of non-arts supplemental income or job. Ac…

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Auburn Renewal Center (A.R.C.) is a free medical clinic located on the same grounds as Auburn Seventh Day Adventist church. Auburn Renewal Center offers basic medical services to the under-insured, non-insured and un-sheltered residents of the greater Auburn area.

Services include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Optical
• Mental Health
• Chiropractic Clinic

ARC is a free clinic solely supported by donations and grants.

Websites:

• Auburn Renewal Center - https://www.auburnclinic.org/

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During COVID-19: Call to schedule an appointment. Please do not bring children or family to appointments.