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Northern Nevada Resources
Nevada 211 - Information about and referrals to community services
Nevada 2-1-1 - Call 2-1-1 or 1-866-535-5654. Text and chat access also available. Information about community services - including food, clothing, shelter, financial resources, physical and mental health resources, child and senior services, disaster-recovery information and more - that can be accessed via voice, text and online.
Senior and Disability Services
- • State of Nevada Adult Protective Services (APS) - Adult Protective services serves Nevadans 18-59, in addition to persons 60 years and older, collectively referred to as vulnerable adults who may experience abuse, neglect, exploitation, isolation or abandonment. In Reno/Sparks call 775-688-2964. The statewide number is 888-729-0571.
- • Aging and Disability Resource Center: Northern Nevada Care Connection - Provides one on one assistance to older adults, people with disabilities, caregivers and families. The Resource Centers help people know what options are available and connect with services of their choice. Call 877-861-1893.
- • Northern Nevada Aging and Disability Services Community Advocate - ADSD Community Advocates Program goal is to increase community resource awareness for all Nevadans across the lifespan. Creating opportunities to educate, inform, and connect those individuals seeking help to access programs and services to meet their needs. Advocates participate in outreach opportunities such as information fairs, presentations, program visits, and much more. The Community Advocates are also here to help and provide guidance as needed and can offer one-time emergency assistance to ensure sustainability and well-being of individuals. Assistance is statewide. Follow appropriate link for help in Northern Nevada.
- Bureau of Services to the Blind and Visually impaired - Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation services include help with daily living skills. Call 775-823-8100, or visit 1325 Corporate Blvd., Reno 89502.
- The Home and Community Based Waiver Program - Provides non-medical services to older persons to help them maintain independence in their own homes as an alternative to nursing home placement. In Reno/Sparks call 775-687-0800.
- Continuum Mod Squad - Specializes in home accommodation and modification for disabled individuals in Reno/Sparks while supporting independent living.
- Northern Nevada Center for Independent Living - Helps individuals with disabilities live independently by providing life skills training, peer support, advocacy, information and referrals, and help with transition. May provide free home safety evaluations. 775-353-3599.
- Retired and Senior Volunteer Program in Washoe County - Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) provides services to help seniors maintain independence. Call (775) 784-1807 or email rsvp@unr.edu
- Washoe County Senior Services - Offers direct and indirect services including senior centers throughout the community, “Meals on Wheels”, legal services, case management, outreach, and an adult day health program. Call 775.328.2575.
- Sanford Center for Aging Senior Outreach Services - Provides support to Washoe County’s most vulnerable elders through trained volunteers that help seniors “Age in Place,” and allow them to stay in their homes as long as possible. Services include help with transportation, errands and companionship. Email sinaw@unr.edu
- Seniors in Service - Respite voucher service for qualifying live-in caregivers for seniors. For those who qualify, a voucher of $1000 may be available. Those served are live-in caregivers of persons over the age of 60 who need assistance in most activities of daily living and are a safety risk if left alone. Seniors in Service also has a Senior Companion Program. Call 775-358-2322.
Veterans Services
- Veterans Resource Centers of America (Northern Nevada) - Veterans Resource Center (VRC) can provide eligible Veteran families with temporary financial assistance (Rent, Security Deposit, Child care services, Employment support services) as well as assistance in obtaining VA benefits. VRC also runs a 90 Bed Behavioral Health Center with dual diagnosis, as well as, a Veterans Service Office Program for homeless and senior veterans in Washoe County. For inquiries or appointments, please contact. (775) 284-8387 in the Reno area.
- Reno Veterans Administration (VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System) - Primary and secondary care for a large geographical area that includes 20 counties in northern Nevada and northeastern California. Call 775-786-7200. If you are homeless or at risk of homelessness contact the Veterans Outreach Center in person at 350 Capitol Hill or call 775-324-6600.
- Reno Vet Center - Readjustment counseling for combat veterans. Call 775-323-1294. For assistance after hours, weekends and holidays, call 1-877-WAR-VETS (1-877-927-8387).
- Reno Homefront Veterans' Transitional Living - 316-340 Maine St, TEL: (775) 996-1989, adult male transitional living apartments for homeless Veterans using grant and per diem program. Call 775-996-1989.
• Vitality Unlimited in Sun Valley offers a program for veterans who are homeless that includes 30 transitional housing beds. Phone (775)461-0999.
- Vitality Unlimited - Sun Valley offers a program for veterans who are homeless that includes 30 transitional housing beds. Phone (775)461-0999.
- Steps to New Freedom - Provides 17 transitional housing beds and supportive services for veterans with serious legal problems. Call at 775-322-4003.
- Ridge House - Offers 7 transitional beds and a supportive services program for veterans in recovery from substance abuse disorders. Call 775-322-8941.
- Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals (Northern Nevada Chapter) - Financial-literacy education, VA loan awareness, and economic opportunity for active-military and veterans.
- Veteran's Service Office, University of Nevada, Reno - Assistance with education benefits and other transition services for prospective or current student veterans.
- Truckee Meadows Community College Veterans Service Office - Assistance with education benefits and other transition services for prospective or current student veterans.
Vouchers and Public Housing
- Reno Housing Authority - Providing and facilitating the development of affordable, quality housing for low-income citizens of Reno, Sparks and Washoe County. Front page has applicant portal and information about whether waiting lists for vouchers or public housing are open or closed. Call 775-329-3630 or TTY: 385-770-7166.
- Reno Housing Authority Section 8 Program - Provides information and resources for both participating landlords and tenants.
- Reno Housing Authority Public Housing - Description - Gives description of Reno Housing Authority public housing program and properties.
Help for Homeless or At-Risk Families and Individuals
If you are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless, Northern Nevada’s Coordinated Intake system may help you to find housing that best meet your needs. Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada is the coordinated intake point for permanent supportive housing. Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada is open 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. for walk-ins, Monday through Friday, and 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. for housing assistance and agency referral appointments, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday or call (775) 322-7073 ext. 342. See information listed under veterans’ services above if you are a veteran or helping a veteran. Note that you do not have to go through Coordinated Intake to get help from the emergency shelters or transitional housing listed below.
Southern Nevada Resources
Senior and Disability Services
- Nevada Senior Services - Adult day care centers of Las Vegas and Henderson that provide compassionate care and services to adults facing the challenges of chronic diseases, disabilities, and aging.
- James Seastrand Helping Hands of North Las Vegas - Assists the frail and elderly in North Las Vegas by providing a variety of services that foster independence and enable people to remain in their own homes.
- Helping Hands of Vegas Valley, INC - Free services to assist senior citizens in Southern Nevada.
- Opportunity Village - Helping citizens with severe disabilities to socialize, realize future career paths, seek independence and community integration and unleash creative passions through vocational training, community employment, day services, advocacy, arts and social recreation.
- Nevada Care Connection - One on one assistance for Nevadans with functional limitations and their families. Streamlining access to services.
- Clark County Senior Advocates - Information on services for seniors throughout Clark County 702-455-7051
- Southern Nevada Community Advocate - ADSD Community Advocates Program goal is to increase community resource awareness for all Nevadans across the lifespan. Creating opportunities to educate, inform, and connect those individuals seeking help to access programs and services to meet their needs. Advocates participate in outreach opportunities such as information fairs, presentations, program visits, and much more. The Community Advocates are also here to help and provide guidance as needed and can offer one-time emergency assistance to ensure sustainability and well-being of individuals.
Veterans Services
If you are a veteran and are homeless or at risk of homelessness, you can go to the Community Resources and Referral Center (CRRC) which is the Coordinated Intake HUB for veterans. The office is open on weekdays except Wednesday from 7:30am to 2:00pm. They only take walk-ins, so it is best that you arrive early in the day.
Veterans Administration
Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC) as of 9/19/2016 at VA Northeast Primary Care Clinic
4461 E. Charleston Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Phone (702) 791-9077
(Ask for the Community Resource & Referral Center “Expert of the Day”)
Veterans Administration
Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC) as of 9/19/2016 at VA Northeast Primary Care Clinic
4461 E. Charleston Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Phone (702) 791-9077
(Ask for the Community Resource & Referral Center “Expert of the Day”)
Additional Veterans Services
- US Vets Las Vegas - Comprehensive services for homeless and at-risk veterans.
- HELP USA Las Vegas - Operates a Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program that provides homelessness prevention services throughout the Las Vegas/Clark County area, permanent and transitional housing. (702) 778-7700
- UNLV Veteran Services - Academic, social, and administrative support to student veterans as well as active duty military members.
- Las Vegas Vet Center - Readjustment counseling for combat veterans. For assistance after hours, weekends and holidays, call 1-877-WAR-VETS (1-877-927-8387).
- VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System - Primary and secondary care to 240,000 veterans in catchment area, with 7 outpatient clinics available.
- Veterans Village Las Vegas - Transitional housing, counseling and referral services.
- Henderson Vet Center - Readjustment counseling for combat veterans. Call 702-791-9100. For assistance after hours, weekends and holidays, call 1-877-WAR-VETS (1-877-927-8387).
- The Key Foundation - Transitional housing, job training and placement, other supportive services (702-384-0202)
Vouchers and Public Housing
- Southern NV Regional Housing Authority - Working to provide quality, sustainable housing opportunities that promote empowerment and self-sufficiency, with a diverse inventory of housing to meet a range of needs.
- Housing Choice Voucher Information
- Public Housing Program Information
Help for Homeless Families and Individuals
Help for Homeless Families and Individuals
If you are an adult without children who is homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless, Southern Nevada’s Coordinated Intake system may help you to find housing that best meet your needs. You do not have to go through Coordinated Intake to get help from emergency shelters. You can go to any of the Clark County Social Service (CCSS) offices listed below between 8:00am and 5:00pm, Monday through Friday or call (702) 455-4270 See information listed under veterans’ services if you are a veteran or helping a veteran.
- Clark County Social Services - Provides a variety of services for needy residents of Clark County who are not assisted by other state, federal or local programs.
- Clark County Coordinated Intake HUB - Five Clark County Social Services offices are the point of entry for adults without children in need of housing assistance.
- HELP of Southern Nevada - Helps families and individuals throughout Southern Nevada to attain self-sufficiency through direct services, training and referral to community resources.
- Salvation Army - Southern Nevada - A ministry providing meals, shelter, transitional housing, family services, youth programs, substance rehabilitation, disaster relief and more.
- Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada - Food resources, affordable housing, clothing and other basic needs to help people of all cultures and beliefs rise up out of poverty and overcome barriers to self-sufficiency.
- Hopelink in Henderson - Shelter, supportive housing, rentals, free tax preparation services under the VITA program, holiday gift assistance, rent and utility assistance.
- Help, Hope, Home - Helping the homeless in Southern Nevada.
- East Valley Family Services - Support for families, children and seniors in the Las Vegas Valley area, including food, energy and transportation assistance; employment and application assistance; senior-caregiver respite and more.
- Women's Development Center - Provides affordable housing, economic and educational opportunities and support services to families and individuals in the Las Vegas area.
- Family Promise - Offers homeless families the opportunity to achieve housing stability by providing short-term shelter, meals, case management and hospitality.
- Lutheran Social Services - Food pantry, clothing closet, crisis-based rent and utility assistance and other supportive services for senior citizens, youth, and low-income families in need.
- Shannon West Homeless Youth Center - For youth ages 16 to 21. Open 24 hours. 702-385-3776
- The Shade Tree - For women and children stay up to 30 days. 702-385-0072
- Las Vegas Rescue Mission - Adults and families with children can stay up to 7 days. 702-382-1766
Transportation
- Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada - Public transportation in and around the Las Vegas Valley.
- RTC Para-transit Riders Guide - Transportation service for disabled individuals. 702-228-4800
- Taxi Assistance Program - State of Nevada program providing discounted taxi fare to seniors (60+) and persons with disabilities of any age.
Property Management
- Initial Requirements for Property Managers - State requirements needed to obtain a property management permit
- Southern Nevada Chapter - NARPM - NARPM® is a national association of licensed real estate professionals managing single-family and small residential properties. They promote business ethics, professionalism and fair housing practice, certifies members in the standards and practices of the residential property management industry and promotes continuing professional education.
Other Services
- HELP of Southern Nevada Weatherization Program - Assistance with weatherization and energy needs for low-income households occupied by children, seniors or the physically challenged.
- Southern Nevada's Home Builders Assoc - Dedicated to enhancing quality of life by meeting housing and community development needs of Southern Nevada.
- Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada (LACSN) - A nonprofit law firm providing direct legal representation, counsel and advice and community legal education to those who cannot afford an attorney.
- Las Vegas Urban League - Establishing programs and support policies to address social and economic issues faced by low-income and minority residents of Clark County and outlying areas.
Rural Nevada Resources
- Nevada Rural Housing Authority Weatherization Program - Services to reduce utility costs and improve energy conservation for low-income Nevadans.
- Churchill County Social Services - Facilitate the self-sufficiency of program participants.
- Douglas County Social Services - Application assistance, agency referrals, screening for additional services, job searches and asset-building workshops. Individualized case planning and goal setting.
- Elko County Social Services - Elko County’s goal is to eliminate homelessness through interim assistance and move low-income individuals and families towards self-sufficiency and a better quality of life.
- Humboldt County Social Services - Government benefits available to citizens of Winnemucca, Nevada.
- Lincoln County Human Services - Assistance is available to all who need it, regardless of age, in Lincoln County.
- Lyon County Social Services - Assisting individuals and families to achieve a greater level of self-sufficiency and well-being.
- Nye County Social Services - Serve the taxpayers and citizens of Nye County by providing accountable, responsible, and responsive programs, services, and referrals that promote self-sufficiency.
- White Pine County Social Services - Move low-income individuals and families towards self-sufficiency and a better quality of life.
- Nevada Rural Housing Authority - Affordable housing, rental support, resident services, home financing, needs assessments, economic development and more for Nevada's 15 rural counties and rural portions of Clark and Washoe counties.
- Family Resource Center - Building Partnerships to Support Healthy Communities
- Family Support Council of Douglas County - Provides education, prevention, and intervention services to support growth and development of healthy families.
- Consolidated Agencies of Human Services - Assists people in need, helping them move toward economic self-sufficiency in Mineral County.
- Carson City Veterans Resource Center - Specializes in providing housing assistance to low-income and homeless Veterans.
- Western Nevada College Veterans Resource Center - Assistance with GI Bill education benefits as well as all VA benefits for student veterans at Western NV College at both Fallon and Carson City Offices.
- Great Basin College Veterans Resource Center - Help with locating local, state and federal resources for Veterans and their families. Primary mission is to help veterans get an education, but services are open to the community.
- Northern Nevada Center for Independent Living - Helps individuals with disabilities live independently by providing life skills training, peer support, advocacy, information and referrals, and help with transition.
Nevada Veterans Resources
- Home Is Possible for Heroes - State program to help veterans and military with down payment costs of homeownership.
- Nevada Office of Veteran Services NVVetNet - Online listings of veteran services, news bulletins, calendar and community conversations.
- Homeless Veterans Hotline - Ensures that homeless Veterans or Veterans at-risk for homelessness have free, 24/7 access to trained counselors. There is also a live chat.
- Veteran's Crisis Line - Connects Veterans in crisis and their families and friends with qualified, caring Department of Veterans Affairs responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat, or text.
- HELP USA Las Vegas - Operates a Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program that provides homelessness prevention services throughout the Las Vegas/Clark County area, permanent and transitional housing. (702) 778-7700
- US Vets Las Vegas - Comprehensive services for homeless and at-risk veterans.
- UNLV Veteran Services - Academic, social, and administrative support to student veterans as well as active duty military members.
- VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System - Primary and secondary care to 240,000 veterans in catchment area, with 7 outpatient clinics available.
- Veterans Village Las Vegas - Transitional housing, counseling and referral services.
- Henderson Vet Center - Provides readjustment counseling to combat veterans. Call 702-791-9100. For assistance after hours, weekends and holidays call 1-877-WAR-VETS (1-877-927-8387).
- Reno Veterans Administration (VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System) - Primary and secondary care for a large geographical area that includes 20 counties in northern Nevada and northeastern California.
- Northern Nevada Veterans Resource Center - Homelessness prevention and rapid re-housing assistance for low- and extremely low-income veterans.
- Reno Vet Center - Readjustment counseling for combat veterans. Call 775-323-1294. For assistance after hours, weekends and holidays, call 1-877-WAR-VETS (1-877-927-8387).
- Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals (Northern Nevada Chapter) - Financial-literacy education, VA loan awareness, and economic opportunity for active-military and veterans.
- Carson City Veterans Resource Center - Specializes in providing housing assistance to low-income and homeless Veterans.
- Western Nevada College Veterans Resource Center - Assistance with GI Bill education benefits as well as all VA benefits for student veterans at Western NV College at both Fallon and Carson City Offices.
- Great Basin College Veterans Resource Center - Help with locating local, state and federal resources for Veterans and their families. Primary mission is to help veterans get an education, but services are open to the community.
- Nevada Office of Veteran Services - Statewide advocacy for veterans' benefits, Nevada State Veterans Home located in Boulder City provides specialized care, Green Zone service locator, burial services with military honors.
Nevada Statewide Resources
- Money Follows the Person (MFP) Grant Program - Assisting the transitions of eligible participants from nursing facilities or other institutions to the community by providing assistance with security deposits, first month’s rent and essential household goods.
- Nevada State Apartment Association - Legislative support, education and career development, social opportunities and community outreach for the Nevada multi-housing industry.
- Builders Association of Northern NV (BANN) - Achieving a collaborative effort between our membership and the local community to create a better quality of life, housing for our citizens and economic prosperity.
- Nevada Builders Alliance - Creating a positive business environment for our member companies and communities.
- Nevada 2-1-1 - Information about community services - including food, clothing, shelter, financial resources, physical and mental health resources, child and senior services, disaster-recovery information and more - that can be accessed via voice, text and online.
- Silver State Fair Housing Council - Advocating for Fair Housing through a comprehensive program of outreach, education and enforcement activities.
- Weatherization Assistance Program - Department of Energy - Assisting vulnerable Nevadans by improving the energy efficiency of homes to ensure health and safety. Addressing leaks, insulation, heating and cooling issues, indoor air quality and more.
- State of Nevada Adult Protective Services (APS) - Adult Protective Services serves Nevadans 18-59, in addition to persons 60 years and older, collectively referred to as vulnerable adults who may experience abuse, neglect, exploitation, isolation or abandonment. Statewide Intake number is 1-877-729-0571
- Nevada Division of Welfare and Supportive Services - Provide quality, timely and temporary services enabling Nevada families, disabled and elderly to achieve their highest levels of self-sufficiency.
- Nevada Legal Services - Free legal assistance to low-income Nevadans from all 17 counties.
- Community Services of Nevada - First-time homebuyer education, one-on-one homebuyer and post-purchase counseling, free tax preparation through the VITA program, downpayment assistance and foreclosure intervention.
- Financial Guidance Center - Financial counseling and coaching, pre-filing bankruptcy counseling and connecting citizens to programs for debt repayment, housing options and asset development.
- Navicore Solutions - Providing financial education, community outreach and housing and credit counseling services.
- Alliance for Nevada Nonprofits - Training, networking and advocacy to help build the capacity of Nevada’s nonprofit sector, including nonprofits in the housing sector.
- Nevada Office of Veteran Services - Statewide advocacy for veterans' benefits, Nevada State Veterans Home located in Boulder City provides specialized care, Green Zone service locator, burial services with military honors.
- Nevada Office of Veteran Services NVVetNet - Online listings of veteran services, news bulletins, calendar and community conversations.
- Home Is Possible for Heroes - State program to help veterans and military with down payment costs of homeownership.
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