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Text Rosie for fast, confidential help finding housing, jobs, food, mental health support, and more in Alameda County.

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I need shelter and mental health support in Oakland
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HousingShelter, rental help, transitional programs
Mental HealthCounseling, therapy, crisis support
Jobs & TrainingPlacement, coaching, career pathways
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One Number for Many Kinds of Help

Rosie can help with housing, jobs, food, mental health, legal support, and more. Send a text in your own words.

Housing

Emergency shelters, transitional housing, and rental assistance programs

Mental Health

Counseling, therapy, and emotional support services

Jobs & Training

Job placement, career training, and employment programs

Education

GED programs, college prep, and educational support

Food Access

Food banks, meal programs, and CalFresh assistance

Safety & Legal

Legal aid, victim services, and safety planning

Family Support

Parenting resources, family counseling, and childcare

Life Skills

Financial literacy, independent living, and personal development

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How It Works

Help Starts With a Text

Getting connected to services should not require a portal. Text Rosie and she will help sort the next step.

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Text the Rosie Number

Send Rosie a message and say what kind of help you need. No app, account, or intake form required.

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Rosie Finds Matches

Rosie searches local programs, checks practical details, and asks follow-up questions when your situation needs more context.

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Use the Next Step

Get phone-ready next steps: who to contact, what to ask for, when they are open, and what to expect.

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See It In Action

See How a Text Becomes a Plan

Rosie turns a plain-language message into local options, contact details, and next steps people can use right away.

Text-First Access

No app, account, or portal required

Local Matches

Programs and services focused on Alameda County

Practical Next Steps

Phone numbers, hours, eligibility, and what to ask for

Meet Rosie

A Local Guide in Your Messages

Rosie makes finding help easy. Text in normal language and get practical local options without downloading an app or filling out a form.

  • Available by text whenever you need help
  • No judgment, just support
  • Knows hundreds of local programs
  • Works from the phone number you already use
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