Riverside & San Bernardino County

Community Resources

A curated directory of local resources for families navigating benefits, transportation, food assistance, healthcare, housing, and disability services in the Inland Empire.

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Need help navigating these resources?

Open Grace LLC can help your family apply for benefits, set up transportation, and connect to the right programs. Contact us at (951) 880-4132 or info@opengrace.org — no obligation, just support.

📋 Benefits & Financial Assistance
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Social Security Administration — SSI
Benefits

Supplemental Security Income for individuals with disabilities who have limited income and resources. Open Grace can help with applications and appeals.

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In-Home Supportive Services — IHSS
Benefits

California program that pays for services to help eligible aged, blind, or disabled individuals to remain safely in their homes. Open Grace assists with applications.

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Medi-Cal — California Medicaid
Benefits

Free or low-cost health coverage for Californians who meet income requirements. Covers medical, dental, vision, and mental health services.

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CalFresh — Food Assistance
Benefits

Monthly food benefits loaded onto an EBT card for eligible low-income individuals and families. Apply online or at your county office.

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CalABLE — Savings for People with Disabilities
Benefits

Tax-advantaged savings account for individuals with disabilities. Funds do not affect SSI or Medi-Cal eligibility up to $100,000.

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211 Inland Empire
Benefits & Referrals

Free 24/7 helpline connecting residents to health and human services. Covers Riverside and San Bernardino counties. Call, text, or visit online.

🚐 Transportation
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Riverside Transit Agency — RTA
Public Transit

Bus service throughout western Riverside County. Reduced fares available for seniors and individuals with disabilities with a valid ID.

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Dial-A-Ride — Paratransit Services
ADA Transportation

Door-to-door transportation for individuals with disabilities who cannot use fixed-route bus service. Advance scheduling required. Contact your local transit agency.

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TRIPS — San Bernardino County
Coordinated Transportation

Transportation Reimbursement and Information Project helps seniors and people with disabilities access transportation for medical and essential trips in San Bernardino County.

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IRC Transportation Services
Regional Center

Transportation services may be available through your IPP for IRC consumers who have it authorized. Ask your Service Coordinator about transportation funding.

🌿 Food Assistance
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Second Harvest Food Bank
Food Bank

Provides free food to individuals and families in need throughout the Inland Empire. Offers regular distribution events and pantry locations.

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WIC — Women, Infants & Children
Nutrition Program

Provides nutritious foods, nutrition education, and referrals to health care for low-income pregnant women, new mothers, and children under 5.

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Local Food Pantry Finder
Food Assistance

Find food pantries and meal programs near you using the Feeding America locator. Updated regularly with current hours and locations.

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Riverside County DPSS
Government Benefits

Apply for CalFresh, Medi-Cal, CalWORKs, and General Relief through Riverside County Department of Public Social Services.

💉 Health & Mental Health
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Riverside University Health System
Healthcare

County-operated health system serving Riverside County residents regardless of ability to pay. Includes medical, behavioral health, and public health services.

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Mental Health America — Inland Valley
Mental Health

Provides mental health services, crisis intervention, and community education for residents of Riverside and San Bernardino counties.

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Neighborhood Healthcare
Community Health

Federally qualified health center providing affordable medical, dental, and behavioral health services to Riverside and San Diego county residents.

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ABA & Behavioral Health Referrals
Behavioral Support

Open Grace can help connect families to ABA providers, behavioral consultants, and mental health services through the Regional Center and Medi-Cal.

🏠 Housing
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Section 8 — Housing Choice Voucher
Housing Assistance

Federal rental assistance program for low-income families. Contact your local housing authority to apply and inquire about waitlist status.

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IRC Supported Living Services
Regional Center

For adults with developmental disabilities who want to live more independently. IRC can authorize Supported Living Services to help individuals live in their own home.

👥 Disability Services
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Inland Counties Regional Center — IRC
Regional Center

State-funded nonprofit providing services to individuals with developmental disabilities in Riverside and San Bernardino counties. First point of contact for regional center services.

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Department of Rehabilitation — DOR
Employment Support

California state agency providing employment-related services to individuals with disabilities including job training, job placement, and assistive technology.

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Elevate — IRC Reimbursement Program
Financial Assistance

IRC program providing reimbursement for approved expenses related to disability services. Open Grace can help families navigate the application and upload process.

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Special Needs Trust Information
Legal & Financial Planning

Trusts designed to supplement — not replace — government benefits for individuals with disabilities. Open Grace can connect families to Special Needs Trust attorneys and resources.

🚨 Crisis & Emergency
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Crisis Support

Free 24/7 confidential support for people in distress or mental health crisis. Call or text 988. Also available via chat at 988lifeline.org.

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Adult Protective Services — APS
Abuse Reporting

Report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of adults and dependent adults. Mandated reporters are required by California law to report.

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Child Protective Services — CPS
Child Safety

Report suspected child abuse or neglect. Available 24 hours a day. Mandated reporters must report suspected abuse immediately.

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211 — Emergency Social Services
Crisis Referrals

24/7 free helpline for emergency social services including shelter, food, utilities assistance, and crisis counseling across Riverside and San Bernardino counties.

Need Help Connecting to These Resources?

Open Grace LLC helps families navigate benefits, set up transportation, and connect to services. We can walk alongside you through the process — no cost to you for this support.