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Community Resources

Outside Resources for Families

Food Banks

Legal Aid

Resources for Families in Transitional Housing or Homeless

Free/low cost Mental Health:

LGBTQ Resources

Free or Low Cost English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes

    Public Policy Information:

    Public Libraries:

    Free Tutoring with a Library Card

    Technical Support for Urban Montessori Devices and Accounts

    Low-Cost Internet and Free & Discounted Devices at Oakland Tech Exchange:

    Children with Incarcerated Parents

    Rideshare Apps for Transporting Kids:

    • KANGO
    • Carseats: Forward-facing car seats and boosters are provided at no extra charge when requested for the ride. Kango guarantees correct installation of seats.
    • Pricing model: Monthly subscription ($9, first month free) plus per ride charge, minimum $16. Babysitting $15-$20/hr after or before ride.
    • Discount: Use code 510FAM20 to save $20 on Kango
    • HOPSKIPDRIVE
    • Requirements: Riders must be at least 6 years old
    • Carseats: Children can bring their own boosters or HopSkipDrive will provide them for any riders under age 8.
    • Pricing model: You'll need to use the ride estimate calculator to estimate the fare. Rides for a single-family start at $18. Carpools start at $7 per family.
    • ZUM
    • Requirements: Riders must be ages 5-15
    • Carseats: Parents can specify if they want a booster seat assigned to their child for all rides. Zum does not currently provide car seats for younger children.
    • Pricing model: Rides start at $16 and additional care can be added on at the rate of $6 per quarter hour. Carpools start at $8 per child.

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