Resources for Basic Needs

To find a food distribution center or delivery program near you, visit shfb.org/get-food or 

• Call the Second Harvest Food Connection hotline at 1.800.984.3663
• Text “GETFOOD” to 408.455.5181
• Send an email to  getfood@shfb.org 

You can also find food assistance through the following programs. Please contact the organization to learn about hours of operation and eligibility requirements, if any.

• Cupertino: West Valley Community Services, 10104 Vista Drive, phone: 408.255.8033 
• Gilroy: St. Joseph’s Family Center, 7950 Church St. Suite A, phone: 408.842.6662
• Mountain View: Community Services Agency, 3204 Stierlin Rd., phone: 650.968.0836
• San Jose:
  • Sacred Heart Community Services, 1381 S. First St., phone: 408.278.2160 
  • Salvation Army, 359 N. Fourth St., phone: 408.282.1165 x 3210 
• Sunnyvale: Sunnyvale Community Services, 725 Kifer Rd., phone: 408.738.4321

The Rotating Safe Car Park program coordinates overnight “safe parking” sites at several locations, including some near De Anza, for individuals or families who are sleeping in their vehicles. You must apply and be screened for permission to park at one of these sites, where you can also get access to other support services. This program is a collaboration between local faith-based communities, service organizations and local governments. For more information or to apply for this program, visit the RSCP website, or email rscpleadership@gmail.com or call or text 408.641.0227. 

Financial assistance and other types of support are available from a variety of city, county and nonprofit agencies. Here are some good places to find more resources

• Check the city of San José's Homelessness Families and Individuals webpage, especially their two-page Homeless Services Resource Guide. 
• Santa Clara County has compiled a one-page guide to Housing Resources and a separate list of agencies that provide housing aid for low-income residents. 

The Office of College Life maintains a list of websites and tips for students who are looking for apartments or homes to rent.

Here's how to sign up for individual sessions by appointment with a Mental Health and Wellness Center counselor

• Send an email to mhwc@deanza.com 
• Be sure to include your name and CWID, with a short statement that you are requesting psychological services

Check the Support Groups webpage for a list of groups and sessions, including activities open to all students as well as groups for student athletes, students preparing for transfer, LGBTQ+ students and others. You'll find instructions on that webpage to sign up for a group or attend sessions on Zoom.

TBH provides free mental health support and other online resources for De Anza students. You can

• Speak right away with a mental health professional – available online, 24/7
• Join a support group, find digital self-help resources and get referrals for basic needs
• Learn how to sign up for this free service at deanza.edu/resources/tbh

The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (formerly the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline) provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress – 24/7, anywhere in the United States. 

Clipper START is a pilot program to provide single-ride discounts to eligible low-income riders on AC Transit, BART, Caltrain, Golden Gate Ferry, San Francisco Muni, Santa Clara Valley Transit (VTA) and more.

• These discounts are available for Bay Area residents age 19-64 with income below certain levels.
• You must submit an application along with proof of identification, proof of income and other requested information.
• Learn more and apply at clipperstartcard.com

Borrow a bike or e-bike for the quarter! If you're 18 or older, bring your DASG ID card to the Office of College Life during the hours listed on the DASG Bike program webpage. You can also call 408.864.8240 or email collegelife@deanza.edu for more information.

• Learn more about bike rentals

SV Hopper is a low-cost, on-demand shared ride service that serves Cupertino and parts of the city of Santa Clara. It also connects to the Caltrain stations in Mountain View, Sunnyvale and Santa Clara, and to El Camino Hospital in Mountain View.

Use the Silicon Valley Hopper app on your smartphone or call 669.201.1892 to request a ride.

Discounted fares are available for students with a valid student ID. Visit the city of Cupertino's community shuttle website for more details.

• Learn more about the SV Hopper shuttle

State Aid for Low-Income Residents

• You can apply online for state benefits including cash assistance, food assistance, medical care, health insurance and job training.

Nonprofits and Community-Based Resources

• Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County can help with programs and referrals for emergency food, employment, health care, housing and other needs
• Sacred Heart Community Services is a San José-based nonprofit that provides a wide range of assistance programs for food, clothing, housing, utilities and job-seeking. 
• Find more community-based resources serving your geographic area by consulting the Community Directory of nonprofit agencies in Santa Clara and San Mateo counties.

Eviction Relief

• The Law Foundation of Silicon Valley provides free legal advince on housing matters to low-income families and individuals. Contact them at 408.280.2424.

Undocumented students can find a variety of helpful information on our Undocumented Student Resources webpage.

• HEFAS (Higher Education for AB 540 Students) provides resources and peer support for undocumented students at De Anza College. Visit deanza.edu/hefas for more information.
• Immigrants Rising is a national organization that supports undocumented students with resources for education, employment, legal issues and mental health. Visit immigrantsrising.org for more information.