Accessing Food in Your Community

Feeding America provides a helpful food bank locator to connect you with resources in your community. You can search by location or state to find nearby food banks, pantries, and meal programs. It's a great tool for anyone seeking assistance or looking to support local hunger-relief efforts. 

The Continuum of Care (CoC) program serves as the “front door” to homelessness services nationwide. By reaching out to your local CoC, you can access resources such as shelter, housing, and support serviceTo find your community’s CoC, visit the HUD CoC Program page or the HUD Exchange CoC page. After entering an address, click on the map to locate contact information for your area’s CoC.

 Feeling alone and unheard can put you in a vulnerable position. Isolation from support systems may lead to overwhelming emotions like depression, anger, frustration, and even suicidal thoughts. 

 The National Call Center for Homeless Veterans, from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, offers confidential counseling 24/7 for veterans at risk of homelessness and their families.                Call 1-877-424-3838 

The National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics provides a nationwide directory of health providers offering free or low-cost care. You can search for clinics in your area to access medical, dental, pharmacy, vision, and behavioral health services. 

 The Veterans Crisis Line offers online chat with a mental health clinician 24/7. 

 Call 1-800-273-8255 (press 1) | Text 838255