A free, plain-language guide to rent help, utility assistance, and eviction prevention programs in San Joaquin County. We match your situation to the right local programs and tell you exactly how to apply — we don't submit anything on your behalf.
We'll match you to local San Joaquin County programs that might help you stay where you are. We don't collect personal information, and we don't submit anything for you — we just point you to the right place.
Pick everything that applies — you can choose more than one. We use this to pick programs that actually fit your situation.
A few quick details.
These help us pick the right programs and skip ones that won't work for your household. Nothing is saved — this stays on your device.
Here's what looks like a fit.
Programs ranked by how well they match what you told us. Tap each one to see exactly how to apply, what they'll ask, and what to bring.
About these programs: Most pay your landlord or utility company directly, not you. They're nonprofits and county agencies — they can run out of funds, so applying to two or three at once is a normal strategy, not a problem.
Safety first.
If you're in an unsafe situation, these programs are confidential — they don't share your address with anyone outside their organization. You can call them and ask without committing to anything.
If you're in danger right now, call 911 or the National DV Hotline: 1-800-799-7233.
Print this page, save it, or take a screenshot. It has the programs that match your situation, what they'll ask, and what to bring.
Apply to two or three. These programs can run out of money. Applying to more than one is normal and improves your odds — just tell each one you've applied elsewhere so they can coordinate.
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