General Resources and Information

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Listed below are helpful links to resources to better help you understand and deal with the evolving COVID-19 pandemic.

Book Your Covid-19 Vaccine Appointment!

Learn the Facts About the Covid-19 Vaccines

Covid-19 Testing

  • COVID-19 test at La Clínica de la Raza: La Clínica is currently offering testing to La Clínica patients and community members if you have symptoms (see below), had exposure to someone with COVID-19, are preparing for a medical procedure or surgery, or if your work requires it. 
  • Native American Health Center: In partnership with Alameda County, NAHC is offering free COVID-19 testing to the Fruitvale community at the parking lot located at 3050 International Blvd., Oakland. Testing for community members takes place on Mondays from 10 am to 5 pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 am to 5 pm, Fridays from 10 am to 5 pm, and Saturdays from 10 am to 3:30 pm. Insurance is not required and you will not be asked about immigration status. I.D. is required. For appointments, go to https://www.color.com/nahc  or call (510) 535-4400.1160 × 338
  • Alameda County COVID-19 Testing Sites List: Community testing sites are free. You do not need a doctor’s note or medical insurance to get tested, you will not be asked about your immigration status, and most test results are available within 2-5 days. Most testing sites are able to test all ages unless otherwise indicated and all CORE-run testing sites can test ages four and older. Parents of infants are encouraged to check with their primary care providers before testing.

Food Distribution

Eviction Moratoriums & Financial Relief

Rental Assistance Relief

If you are in need of rental assistance and have been impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic,
please see below the resources for your area of residence. For any emergency housing needs please call 2-1-1.

Oakland and Fremont

Keep People Housed: Rental Assistance for Oakland, CA and Fremont, CA city residents with past due rent and utility bills (including internet).

Find More Information: www.keepoaklandhoused.org

Apply here: hpp.bayareacs.org

Local Agencies That Can Help:

  1. Bay Area Community Services (BACS)
    Website: www.bayareacs.org
    Call or Text: (510)899-9289
  2. Catholics Charities East Bay (CCEB)
    Website: www.cceb.org
    Call: (510)768-3100

Alameda County

Alameda County Housing Secure: Alameda County Tenants (not for Oakland or Fremont residents) can request rental assistance through this program. Additional resources are also listed on their website.

Contra Costa County

California’s Covid-19 Rent Relief Program (Housing Is Key): Apply for assistance with paying your past due rent, future rent, and utilities. Find additional resources if you are at risk of facing an eviction.

Public Benefit Resources

Información en Mam

Información Local y Recursos en Español

Local & State Government Updates & Resources

Information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

COVID-19 Updates