211 Kern County Resource Directory

This directory contains community resources and programs available in Kern County. Last updated: B 22, Y.

Total programs: 888

2020 Census

The 2020 Census provides an opportunity for Kern residents to be counted. Every household will have the option to respond by mail, online or by phone. Visit https://2020census.gov for instructions on how to respond. 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Website can be accessed 24/7. https://2020census.gov

Languages offered: Multi-language

Contact: Phone: 844-468-2020 | Website: https://2020census.gov


211 Alameda County

2-1-1 provides free and confidential information and referral services for health and human services.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-lingual, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 510-727-9560 | Email: info@edenir.org | Website: www.211alameda.org


211 Contra Costa County

2-1-1 provides free and confidential information and referral services.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-lingual, English

Contact: | Email: admin@crisis-center.org | Website: https://www.crisis-center.org/

Address: PO Box 3364, Walnut Creek, CA 94598


211 Fresno and Madera County

Provides free and confidential information and referral services. Also provides texting assistance.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: 24 hours,7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-lingual Tele Interpretative Services, English

Contact: Phone: 866-559-4211 | Email: 211@uwfm.org | Website: https://www.uwfm.org/211-helpline/


211 Kern County

2-1-1 Kern provides free and confidential information and referral services that links Kern County residents to health and human services. 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No Fee

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-Lingual Tele- Services, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-336-5200 | Email: 211kern@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/211kern


211 Kings County

Provides free and confidential information and referral services.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multilingual, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 2-1-1 | Email: nanettev@kingsunitedway.org | Website: http://www.211kingscounty.org/

Address: 125 West 7th Street, Hanford, CA 93230


211 Los Angeles County

2-1-1 provides free and confidential information and referral services.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No Fee

Hours: 24 hours 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-lingual, English

Contact: | Email: events@211la.org | Website: https://www.211la.org

Address: 526 West Las Tunas Drive, San Gabriel, CA 91776


211 Monterey County

2-1-1 provides free and confidential information and referral services.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: None

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-Lingual Tele Services Line, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 831-417-7090 | Email: 211monterey@icfs.org | Website: https://211montereycounty.org/

Address: 60 Garden Court, Monterey, CA 93940


211 Mountain Valley

Provides free and confidential health and human services information.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No Fee

Hours: 24 hours a day/7 days a week.

Languages offered: Multilingual

Contact: | Email: 211mountainvalley@icfs.org | Website: https://211mountainvalley.org/

Address: 531 West Main Street, Merced, CA 95340


211 Orange County

2-1-1 provides free and confidential information and referral services.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No Fee

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-lingual, English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: info@211oc.org | Website: www.211oc.org

Address: P.O. Box 10473, Santa Ana, CA 92711


211 Riverside County

2-1-1 provides free and confidential information and referral services.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: None

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Spanish, Multi-lingual Service line, English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: hello@iscuw.org | Website: https://inlandsocaluw.org/

Address: 9624 Hermosa Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730


211 Sacramento County

Provides free and confidential information and referral services.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No Fee

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-lingual, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 916-498-1000 | Email: info@211sacramento.org | Website: http://www.211sacramento.org

Address: 8001 Folsom Boulevard, Sacramento, CA 95826


211 San Bernardino County

Provides free and confidential information and referral services for health and social services.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No Fee

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-lingual, English

Contact: Phone: 909-980-2857 | Email: hello@iscuw.org | Website: www.211sb.org


211 San Diego

2-1-1 San Diego provides free and confidential information and referral services for health and social services.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: None

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-lingual, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 858-300-1211 | Email: 211help@211sandiego.org | Website: http://211sandiego.org/


211 San Francisco

Provides free and confidential information and referral services for health and social services.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No Fee

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-lingual, English

Contact: | Email: 211@uwba.org | Website: www.211bayarea.org

Address: 550 Kearny Street, San Francisco, CA 94108


211 San Luis Obispo

2-1-1 San Luis Obispo provides free and confidential information and referral services for health and social services.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: None

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-lingual, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 805-549-8989 | Email: info@unitedwayslo.org | Website: www.211slo.org

Address: 1288 Morro Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401


211 Santa Barbara

Provides free and confidential information and referral services for health and social services.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No Fee

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-lingual Tele-services, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 805-922-2243 ext 211 | Email: info@cacsb.com | Website: http://www.211santabarbaracounty.org/

Address: 201 West Chapel Street, Santa Maria, CA 93454


211 Santa Clara

2-1-1 Santa Clara provides free and confidential information and referral services for health and social services.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: None

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-lingual in Spanish, Vietnamese and 140 other languages, English, Spanish, Vietnamese

Contact: Phone: 408-345-4300 | Email: 211@uwba.org | Website: http://www.211scc.org/

Address: 1400 Parkmoor Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126


211 Sonoma County

Provides free and confidential information and referral services for health and social services.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No Fee

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multilingual Tele-service line, English

Contact: Phone: 707-565-2108 | Email: 211sonoma@icfs.org | Website: www.211sonoma.org

Address: 2550 Paulin Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95403


211 Stanislaus County

Provides information and referral services for health and social services.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No Fee

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-lingual, English

Contact: Phone: 209-572-2255 | Email: info@uwaystan.org | Website: https://stanislauscounty211.org/

Address: 422 McHenry Avenue, Modesto, CA 95354


211 Tulare County

2-1-1 provides free and confidential information and referral services for health and social services for Tulare County.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No Fee

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days per week

Languages offered: Multi-lingual, English

Contact: Phone: 559-685-1766 | Email: martin@unitedwaytc.org | Website: www.211tularecounty.org

Address: 1601 East Prosperity Avenue, Tulare, CA 93274


211 Ventura County

Provides free and confidential information and referral services for health and social services for Ventura County.Will assist PG&E customers during a PSPS event only, will assist with care coordination, food, hotel vouchers, batteries, transportation. 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No Fee

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-lingual, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 844-984-0944 | Email: 211ventura@icfs.org | Website: www.211ventura.org

Address: 4001 South Mission Oaks Boulevard, Camarillo, CA 93012


34th Street Community Health Center

Provides Health Insurance Assistance Program, Specialty Care Services, Lab Services, Virtual Medical Services, WIC, Womens Health, Substance Use Disorders, Pharmacy, HIV & related medical services, Infectious disease and internal medecine.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Primary Care Monday-Friday: 8:00am-7:00pm Lab services: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Pharmacy: Monday-Friday 9am-6pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 833-678-2781 | Email: info@clinicasierravista.org | Website: www.clinicasierravista.org

Address: 2000 Physicians Plaza Boulevard, Bakersfield, CA 93301


511 Traveler Information System

Provides real-time traffic conditions, including traffic accidents, construction information, travel times and transit information.

Who is eligible: For Motorists

Fees: Free

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week information system

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-635-2900 | Website: https://kern511.org/

Address: 1401 19th Street , Bakersfield, CA 93301


A Helping Hand

Provides legal typing services: Abandonment/Termination of Parental Rights, Adoption, Annulment, Child Custody/Visitation, Child Support, Divorce/Dissolution, Filing Fees/Fee Waiver, Guardianship, Legal Separation, Marital Settlement Agreement, Modifications, Name Changes, Notary Public, Paternity Actions/cases, Restraining Orders, Spousal Support, and Wage Assignment.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: Court's Filing Fees: Waiver Fee to low income families Call for more information if income is over

Hours: Monday- Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-932-2292 | Email: stacy.ahelpinghand@gmail.com | Website: www.ahelpinghandtyping.com


Access Mental Health Services Department

Provides initial assessments for individuals seeking assistance with crisis intervention and prevention. Offers bridge medication for inmates released from Kern County Jail, must contact within four calendar days of release. Also offers referrals for specialized services such as anxiety, coping skills, depression, anger management and substance abuse. Support groups offered at Mary K. Shell  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Office Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Crisis Hotline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multilingual

Contact: Phone: 661-868-8010 | Email: mboaz@kernbhrs.org | Website: https://www.kernbhrs.org/crisis-services

Address: 2151 College Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Access Now

Provides ongoing, vocational and non-vocational training, taught in a small group.  

Who is eligible: Developmentally disabled adults

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-3:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-834-2272 | Email: khonor@bakersfieldarc.org | Website: https://www.barc-inc.org/what-we-do/programs/access-now/

Address: 4500 California Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Action Family Counseling

Provides a multi-disciplinary approach, intensive outpatient program, residential treatment program, recovery management, interventions, group/family counseling and sober living.

Who is eligible: Individuals with drug and alcohol dependency

Fees: Fees vary,Accepts most insurance

Hours: Monday- Friday 9:00am-9:00pm Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-325-4357 | Email: srquashen@actionfamily.org | Website: https://www.actiondrugrehab.com/addiction-outpatient-in-california


Addiction Resource Center

Provides 24/7 alcohol and drug helpline. It is a confidential service that supports patients, families, and providers with information about addiction and connects them to treatment and recovery resources. 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 833-301-4357 | Email: info@addictionpolicy.org | Website: https://www.addictionpolicy.org/


Adept Dental Group

Provides General dentistry, Dental implants, braces/Invisalign, crowns, bridges, veneers, cleanings, whitening, root canals, oral surgeries, and tooth extractions. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Accepts PPO insurance

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 7:30am - 5:00pm Friday: 7:30am-12:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-664-1814 | Email: info@adeptdentalgroup.com | Website: www.adeptdentalgroup.com

Address: 8605 Camino Media Suite 100, Bakersfield, CA 93311


Adolescent and Family Services

Provides comprehensive case management for pregnant and parenting adolescents including assessment, planning, referrals and follow up.Also provides differential response: case management through CPS.

Who is eligible: Pregnant or parenting teen moms 12-20 years old. Must have the desire to finish high school in any setting (online, home schooled, traditional, or alternative education).

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-324-0293 | Email: AFLP@cdph.ca.gov | Website: www.clinicasierravista.org

Address: 2707 F Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Adoption Services- Columbus Center

The Kern County Adoption Agency is a full service adoption agency, licensed by the State of California Department of Social Services. Adoption Agency Services include:Assessment of a child or childrenMoving children form foster care into a permanent homeVarious legal services required to facilitate adoptionPost-adoption services -including counseling referrals, birthparent and/or adoptee searches and background information

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Fees: Kern County Adoption Agency is approximately $500, which is routinely waived by DHS

Hours: Monday - Friday: 7:30am-4:00pm

Languages offered: Multilingual

Contact: Phone: 661-873-2400 | Email: kernadoption@co.kern.ca.us | Website: https://www.kcdhs.org/services/adoption

Address: 3711 Columbus Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Adult Day Care and Respite Center

Provides a unique comprehensive day care program offering stimulating activities and socialization for residents affected by Dementia, Alzheimer’s and other neurological related disorders, alongside respite care, support, and other essential resources for caregivers.

Who is eligible: Elderly, Alzheimer's, or any Dementia-related patients and caregivers

Fees: $10.00 an hour, 3 hour minimum.

Hours: Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-665-8871 | Email: info@adakc.org | Website: www.adakc.org

Address: 4203 Buena Vista Road, Bakersfield, CA 93311


Adult Protective Services

Provides investigation of suspected neglect and abuse of elderly and/or dependent adults. Also provides case management, emergency shelter, and in-home care protection,.  

Who is eligible: Open to individuals age 60+ and disabled adults

Hours: Monday- Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Closed: 12:00pm- 1:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-868-1006 | Email: apsinfo@kerncounty.com | Website: https://www.kerncounty.com/government/aging-adult-services/services/adult-protective-services-aps

Address: 5357 Truxtun Avenue , Bakersfield, CA 93309


Adventist Health Delano

Provides 156 inpatient rooms and a full general acute care services facility; including inpatient and outpatient surgeries, weight-loss surgery, physical therapy, labor and delivery services, a 24 hour emergency room and a special care unit.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: 24 hour emergency services

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-725-4800 | Email: info@drmc.com | Website: https://www.adventisthealth.org/delano/

Address: 1401 Garces Highway, Delano, CA 93215


Adventist Health Home Care Services

Provides care to the elderly and disabled. Also provides nurse assistance, home health aides, social services, and occupational therapist, speech and physical therapy.

Who is eligible: Disabled

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: Multilingual

Contact: Phone: 661-863-2700 | Website: https://adventisthealth.org/bakersfield/locations/adventist-health-home-care-services-4793/

Address: 5500 Ming Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Adventist Health Medical Office & Urgent Care - Wasco

Provides several services: family medicine, industrial and occupational health services, obstetrics/gynecology, prenatal education, pregnancy prevention education and services, school and pre-employment physicals, physical therapy services, x-ray and laboratory testing.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-454-3770 | Website: https://www.adventisthealth.org/locations/adventist-health-medical-office-urgent-care-wasco/

Address: 2300 7th Street, Wasco, CA 93280


Adventist Health Specialty Bakersfield

  Provides specialized diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular disease, but also provides a wide range of other medical and surgical procedures.    

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: $25.00-out of pocket fee for Health Screening

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-316-6000 | Email: bakersfield.info@bakersfieldhearthospital.com | Website: www.bakersfieldhearthospital.com

Address: 3001 Sillect Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley

Provides a full service hospital with 24-hour emergency services available including: outpatient services of physical therapy, respiratory therapy, x-ray, medical laboratory, podiatry, mammography, ultrasound and rural health clinics specializing in pediatrics and adult medicine.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: 24 hour emergency services

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-823-3000 | Email: admin@tvhd.org | Website: https://adventisthealth.org/bakersfield/locations/adventist-health-tehachapi-valley/

Address: 1100 Magellan Drive, Tehachapi, CA 93561


Aegis Treatment Centers Bakersfield

Provides an out-patient program, that assists individuals overcome: depression, grief, and substance abuse. Also provides counseling, medical care, and methadone detoxification.  

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Medi-Cal, private insurance, and self-pay.

Hours: Monday-Friday:5:00am-2:30pm Saturday/Sunday:6:00am-10:00am, 11:00am-1:30pm Holidays:6:00am-10:00am (subject to change based on holiday)

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-861-9967 | Email: bakersfield@aegistreatmentcenters.com | Website: https://pinnacletreatment.com/location/california/bakersfield/aegis-treatment-centers-bakersfield-21st-st/

Address: 1018 21st Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Aegis Treatment Centers Delano

Provides an out-patient program, that assists individuals overcome: depression, grief, and substance abuse. Also provides counseling, medical care, and methadone detoxification.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Medi-Cal, private insurance, and self-pay

Hours: Monday-Friday:5:30am-9:30am, 10:30am-1pm Closed: 9:30am-10:30am Saturday/Sunday/Holidays: 8:00am-9:00am

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-721-0463 | Email: info@aegistreatmentcenters.com | Website: https://pinnacletreatment.com/location/california/delano/aegis-treatment-centers-delano/

Address: 1019 Jefferson Street, Delano, CA 93215


Affordable Housing - 1420 Monterey

Provides affordable housing to those that qualify.

Who is eligible: Low income. Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines.

Fees: Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-546-6934 | Email: doropeza@kernha.org | Website: https://www.kernha.org/

Address: 1420 Monterey Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Affordable Housing - Almond Village

Provides affordable housing to those that qualify.

Who is eligible: Low income. Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines

Fees: Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-797-2003 | Email: dgarcia@kernha.org | Website: https://kernha.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Affordable-Housing-Developments1.pdf

Address: 14869 Lamberson Avenue , Lost Hills, CA 93249


Affordable Housing - Beckes Street Apartments

Provides affordable housing to those that qualify.

Who is eligible: Low income. Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines

Fees: Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-758-3086 | Email: llopez@kernha.org | Website: https://kernha.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Affordable-Housing-Developments1.pdf

Address: 2650 Spruce Avenue , Wasco, CA 93280


Affordable Housing - NSP Properties-City

Provides affordable housing to those that qualify.

Who is eligible: Low income. Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines

Fees: Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-631-8022 | Email: doropeza@kernha.org | Website: https://kernha.org/menus/neighborhood-stabilization-program.html

Address: 400 20th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Affordable Housing - NSP Properties-County

Provides affordable housing to those that qualify.

Who is eligible: Low income. Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines

Fees: Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines

Hours: Monday- Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-861-1129 | Email: cavila@kernha.org | Website: https://kernha.org/menus/neighborhood-stabilization-program.html

Address: 500 West Columbus Street , Bakersfield , CA 93301


Affordable Housing - Park 20th

Provides affordable housing to those that qualify.

Who is eligible: Low income. Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines

Fees: Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-631-8022 | Email: doropeza@kernha.org | Website: https://kernha.org

Address: 400 20th Street , Bakersfield , CA 93301


Affordable Housing - Quincy Street Apartments

Provides affordable housing

Who is eligible: Low income

Fees: Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-721-0195 | Email: doropeza@kernha.org | Website: https://kernha.org/

Address: 1626 Quincy Street, Delano, CA 93215


Affordable Housing - Rancho Algodon Apartments

Provides affordable housing

Who is eligible: Low income

Fees: Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Closed every other Friday

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-725-9676 | Email: doropeza@kernha.org | Website: https://kernha.org/

Address: 327 Dover Place, Delano, CA 93215


Affordable Housing - Residences at Old Town Kern

Provides affordable housing to those that qualify.

Who is eligible: Low income. Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines

Fees: Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-489-3685 | Email: doropeza@kernha.org | Website: https://kernha.org/

Address: 1006 Baker Street , Bakersfield, CA 93305


Affordable Housing - Residences at West Columbus

Provides affordable housing to those that qualify.

Who is eligible: Low income. Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines

Fees: Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-861-1129 | Email: navila@kernha.org | Website: https://kernha.org/

Address: 500 West Columbus Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Affordable Housing - Rio Vista

Provides affordable housing to those that qualify.

Who is eligible: Low income. Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines

Fees: Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-392-7125 | Email: doropeza@kernha.org | Website: https://kernha.org/

Address: 18 MacArthur Drive , Bakersfield, CA 93308


Affordable Housing - Villa San Dimas

Provides affordable housing to those that qualify.

Who is eligible: Low income. Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines

Fees: Must qualify through Housing Authority guidelines

Hours: Monday- Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-392-7125 | Email: doropeza@kernha.org | Website: https://kernha.org/

Address: 18 MacArthur Drive , Bakersfield, CA 93308


AgrAbility

Provides bilingual education (English and Spanish). Also provides information and referral: such as low-cost modifications for farms, home, equipment, work site operations, and peer support.

Who is eligible: Farmers, farm workers, and ranchers with disabilities or health conditions who are curently working in agriculture or are planning on beginning in an agricultural career.
Individuals meeting eligibility outside of the state of California can be referred to CalAgribility program and be connected to their state AgrAbility program.

Fees: No fees

Hours: By appointment only. Call for office hours.

Languages offered: English and Spanish, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 530-752-1613 | Email: calagra@ucdavis.edu | Website: calagrability.ucdavis.edu

Address: 3030 Bainer Hall , Davis, CA 95616


All Kids Dental Surgery Center

Provides pediatric surgery and general dentistry.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: healthcare costs are among the many benefits of outpatient dental surgery. Our costs are significantly lower than a hospital because we concentrate on same day full mouth treatment.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-325-5437 | Email: allkids5437@gmail.com | Website: https://allkidsdsc.com/

Address: 2525 Eye Street , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Alpha Canine Sanctuary

Provides a canine sanctuary for homeless dogs, adoptions, and spay/neuter education and assistance.  

Who is eligible: Abandoned dogs

Fees: Donations accepted

Hours: Monday-Saturday:10:00am-4:00pm Rain cancels visits

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-391-8212 | Email: alphacanine75@gmail.com

Address: Call ahead of time for directions., Bakersfield, CA 93308


Alpha House

Alpha House is a nonprofit organization that provides a safe haven for women in times of crisis. Alpha House is a temporary emergency shelter for abused or battered women without or with children (no boys older than 12 years old) that provides 3-14 days stay. Will help with shelter, food, transportation to a safe location if needed, and point you in the direction to start new.

Who is eligible: No boys over age 12

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 9:00am - 1:00pm Walk-ins only during business hours.

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-763-4357 | Email: alphahousemgr@gmail.com | Website: www.alphahousenewbeginnings.org

Address: 207 7th Street, Taft, CA 93268


Alzheimer's Association

Provides the following services for Alzheimer's patients and families: 24/7 Helpline for information, referrals, and emotional support Education programs for people with memory concerns, family caregivers, the public, and professionals. Support groups Care Consultation with clinical staff for assesment and planning around issues such as safety and future care. MedicAlert Wandering Support a 24 hour nationwide emergency response service for individuals living with Alzheimer's or another dementia who wander or have a medical emergency. Trial Match a free matching service that connects individuals with Alzheimer's caregivers, and healthy volunteers to current clinical studies.

Who is eligible: Alzheimer's patients and families

Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00am-9:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-912-3053 | Website: www.alz.org/socal

Address: 1401 Commercial Way, Suite 210, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Alzheimers Disease Association of Kern County

Provides a unique comprehensive day care program offering stimulating activities and socialization for residents affected by Dementia, Alzheimer’s and other neurological related disorders, alongside respite care, support, and other essential resources for caregivers.

Who is eligible: Individuals suffering from Alzhiemers or Dementia. Adults requiring a safe and secure social atmosphere.

Hours: Monday- Friday 7:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-665-8871 | Email: info@adakc.org | Website: www.adakc.org

Address: 4203 Buena Vista Road, Bakersfield, CA 93311


American Civil Liberties Union- Southern California

Provides support, advocacy and information and referral services to help with civil rights issues involving immigrant's rights issues,constitutional violations, human rights, women's rights, racial justice, and criminal law reform.Submit legal issue by leaving a voice mail on the Intake Line, writing a letter, or submit a complaint online by visiting https://action.aclu.org/legal-intake/socal

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Online form and intake line is available 24/7

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 213-977-9500 | Email: communications@aclusocal.org | Website: https://www.aclusocal.org/en/seeking-legal-help-aclu

Address: 1313 West Eight Street, Los Angeles, CA 90017


American Red Cross Kern Chapter

Provides assistance in disaster events: locates emergency shelter, emergency food and clothing, and CPR and First Aid classes available.

Who is eligible: Must be a victim of a declared state-wide disaster or local home fire.

Fees: Call

Hours: Local office hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00am-4:00pm American Red Cross Call Center: Sunday - Thursday: 5:00am-6:00pm Friday: 5:00am-6:30pm Saturday: 5:30am - 2:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-324-6427 | Email: GovtRelations@redcross.org | Website: https://www.redcross.org/local/california/central-california/about-us/locations/kern-county-eastern-sierra.html

Address: 5035 Gilmore Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308


America's Job Center - Bakersfield

Provides job training services. America’s Job Center in partnership with the Kern County Library is now an authorized test center for the General Educational Development (GED) Test through Pearson VUE.

Who is eligible: Kern County residents
Open to the public, low income individuals, unemployed or underemployed.

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-325-4473 | Email: district5@kerncounty.com | Website: https://www.careeronestop.org/

Address: 1600 East Belle Terrace, Bakersfield, CA 93307


America's Job Center - Delano

Provides job training services.

Who is eligible: Kern county residents

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-721-5800 | Email: district4@kerncounty.com | Website: https://www.careeronestop.org/

Address: 707 Main Street, Delano, CA 93215


America's Job Center - Lake Isabella

Provides job training services.

Who is eligible: Kern county residents

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 760-379-2074 | Email: district1@kerncounty.com | Website: https://www.careeronestop.org/

Address: 5540 Lake Isabella Boulevard Suite E3, Lake Isabella, CA 93240


America's Job Center - Lamont

Provides job training services.

Who is eligible: Kern county residents

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-635-4029 | Email: district4@kerncounty.com | Website: https://www.careeronestop.org/

Address: 10215 Stobaugh St, Lamont, CA 93241


America's Job Center - Mojave

Provides job training services.

Who is eligible: Kern county residents

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-824-7800 | Email: district2@kerncounty.com | Website: https://www.careeronestop.org/

Address: 2340 Highway 58, Mojave, CA 93501


America's Job Center - Oildale

Provides job training services.

Who is eligible: Kern county residents

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-336-6700 | Email: district3@kerncounty.com | Website: https://www.careeronestop.org/

Address: 1129 Olive Drive Suite H, Bakersfield, CA 93308


America's Job Center - Ridgecrest

Provides job training, job placement services, and other job-hunting resources.

Who is eligible: Kern county residents

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 760-384-5995 | Email: clerkofboard@kerncounty.com | Website: https://www.careeronestop.org/

Address: 540 Perdew Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


America's Job Center - Shafter

Provides job training services.

Who is eligible: Kern county residents

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-746-8300 | Email: district4@kerncounty.com | Website: https://www.careeronestop.org/

Address: 115 Central Valley Highway, Shafter, CA 93263


America's Job Center - Taft

Provides job training services.

Who is eligible: Kern county residents

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-763-0200 | Email: district2@kerncounty.com | Website: https://www.careeronestop.org/

Address: 119 North 10th Street, Taft, CA 93268


AMTRAK Railway

 Provides rail transportation to and from destination.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: Typical costs: City-to-city train tickets on Amtrak typically cost $20-$400 one way, depending on total distance and how early tickets are booked Passengers with Disabilities Discounts Military Personnel and Families Save 10% Seniors Save 10% Kids Ride 50% Off Group Travel Discount Government Discount

Hours: Monday-Sunday 3:45am - 9:00pm station hours, 24 Hour reservation line

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-395-3175 | Email: wecanhelp@amtrak.com | Website: www.amtrak.com

Address: 601 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Antelope Valley Intergroup of Alcoholics Anonymous, Inc.

Provides meetings for those with drinking problems, guidance, and support  for those who wish to stop drinking.  

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Hours: Monday - Friday: 10:00am - 4:00pm Saturday: 10:00am-2:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-945-5757 | Email: avcentraloffice@gmail.com | Website: www.avcentraloffice.org

Address: 43619 17th Street West, Lancaster, CA 93534


Antelope Valley Mental Health center

Provides a 24 hour mental health crisis line that can link callers with services that include: assessment, case management, crisis intervention, medication support, peer support and other rehabilitative services.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: Sliding scale,Accepts Medi-Cal,Accepts Medicare

Hours: Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm 24 hour hotline available

Languages offered: Multilingual

Contact: Phone: 661-723-4260 | Email: pio@dmh.lacounty.gov | Website: http://dmh.lacounty.gov/

Address: 349 E Avenue K 6, Lancaster, CA 93535


Apple Technical Support

Provides technical support to consumers.  

Who is eligible: Apple product consumers

Hours: Technical Support: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: media.help@apple.com | Website: www.apple.com

Address: One Apple Park Way, Cupertino, CA 95014


Apria Health Care

Provides home care products, services, and programs. Also provides a full range of home respiratory therapy, home infusion therapy, and home medical equipment services.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, Closed 12:00pm-1:00pm on-call 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-324-4887 | Email: contact_us@apria.com | Website: www.apria.com

Address: 414 19th Street , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Armed Forces Emergency Services

Provides emergency communications between Armed Forces personnel and their families. Also provides financial and travel assistance, referrals, and counseling to active duty members of Armed Forces suffering a family emergency.

Who is eligible: Military personnel

Hours: Monday-Friday: 10:00am-2:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-324-6427 | Email: GovtRelations@redcross.org | Website: www.redcross.org

Address: 5035 Gilmore Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Arvin Branch Library

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday– Thursday: 10:00am – 7:00pm Friday-Sunday: Closed

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-854-5934 | Email: info@kerncountylibrary.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 201 Campus Drive, Arvin, CA 93203


Arvin Community Health and Dental Center

Provides preventative health, Behavioral Health, dental care services, OB/GYN, Lab services and Primary Medical Care.

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Hours: Walk-In Clinic everyday 8am-8pm Primary Care Monday-Friday 8am-7pm OB/GYN Tuesday-Thursday 8am-7pm Lab services Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Behavioral Health Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Dental Office Monday-Friday 9am-6pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 833-678-2781 | Email: dillonk@clinicasierravista.org | Website: https://www.clinicasierravista.org/locations/arvin-community-health-center/

Address: 1305 Bear Mountain Boulevard, Arvin, CA 93203


Arvin Family Resource Center

Program provides: kindergarten summer bridge, child development classes, parenting classes, case management, health and wellness services, behavioral assessment referrals, developmental screening, and community health clinic. Also provides food and clothing referrals, transportation, tutoring assistance, and youth alcohol abuse prevention programs.

Who is eligible: Open to all.
Developmental screening open to children 0-5.

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 7:30am-4:00pm Friday: 7:30am-3:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-401-5956 | Email: mrivas@arvin-do.com | Website: https://www.arvinschools.com/

Address: 300 Franklin Street, Arvin, CA 93203


Arvin Farm Labor Center

Provides temporary housing to migrating farm worker families from May-October.

Who is eligible: 50% of the income has to be agricultural wages and migrate six months to follow the crops.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-845-1267 | Website: https://kernha.org/migrant-farm-labor-center/

Address: 8701 Sunset Boulevard #142, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Arvin Police Department

Provides police services for the City of Arvin.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Business Services Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm Emergency Services 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-854-5583 | Email: ArvinPD@arvin.org | Website: https://www.arvin.org/181/Police

Address: 200 Campus Drive, Arvin, CA 93203


ASL Interpreting Services

The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DHHS) Department at Independent Living Center of Kern County (ILCKC) provides qualified and professional American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting services that facilitate communication between the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community and local businesses/organizations.

Who is eligible: Individuals who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Fees: Call for information

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-325 –1063 | Email: info@ilcofkerncounty.org | Website: https://ilcofkerncounty.org/programs/asl-interpreting-services/

Address: 5251 Office Park Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Aspiranet Foster Family Services

Provides assistance to individuals who are interested in becoming certified foster or adopting parents with resources.

Who is eligible: 21 and over

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-323-1233 | Email: marketing@aspiranet.org | Website: https://www.aspiranet.org/bakersfield

Address: 1001 Tower Way #250, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Assurance Wireless

Provides assistance with a cell phone service for eligible customers.

Who is eligible: Enrollment is available to individuals who qualify based on federal or state-specific eligibility criteria. You may qualify if you are on certain public assistance programs, like Medicaid or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

Fees: No Fee

Hours: No information has been provided

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: ourteamassurancewireless@virginmobileusa.com | Website: www.assurancewireless.com

Address: P.O. Box 5040 , Charleston, IL 61920


AT&T Internet

COVID-19 update: Currently open and offering services. Provides low-cost internet service to eligible households without an annual contract. Speed may vary by address. Clients will receive the maximum speed available at their address.

Who is eligible: Must be low-income households who participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits in California.

During COVID-19, families with household income at or below 135% Federal Poverty Guidelines would also qualify.

Fees: No deposit. Internet service for $10/month or less based on the maximum speed available at client's address up to 25Mbps.

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am -10:00pm ET Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm ET

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 877-727-0950 | Website: https://www.att.com/internet/access/

Address: 208 South Akard Street, Dallas, TX 75201


Autism Society-Kern Autism Network, Inc.

Program provides information and education about Autism spectrum disorders, advocacy, and support groups. Also provides children's workshops (bowling, art sessions, LEGO), diaper assistance, and holiday food baskets.

Who is eligible: Must have a child or adult on the autism spectrum.

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 10:00am-2:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-489-3335 | Email: kernautism@gmail.com | Website: http://www.kernautism.org/

Address: 3204 21st St , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Auto Technology

Provides automotive training to high schoolers and the public. Also provides minor repairs: check engine light, brakes, and oil changes.*Repair delays may occur due to student availability.

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Fees: No Fee

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-831-3327 | Website: https://roc.kernhigh.org/apps/pages/auto-tech

Address: 501 South Mount Vernon , Bakersfield, CA 93307


Baby Cafe Bakersfield

Provides breastfeeding consultations, peer breastfeeding support, and assistance with breast pump equipment use.Free, in-Person drops-in sessions, every Tuesday from 11:30am-1:30pm at                  Beale Library 701 Truxton Ave. Bakersfield, CA 93301

Who is eligible: No eligibility requirements, no health insurance required.

Fees: No fee

Hours: Meetings Tuesday: 11:30am-1:30pm Wednesday evenings: 6:00pm-8:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-228-0230 | Email: BabyCafeBakersfield@yahoo.com | Website: www.babycafebakersfield.org


Back2Work

Provides employment readiness workshops, employment soft skills, paid job training, career exploration, and post-employment assistance to Veterans.

Who is eligible: Must be a Veteran with DD214 or proof of veteran status

Fees: No fee

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-520-2421 | Email: maria.meza@cset.org | Website: www.cset.org

Address: TBD, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Baker Branch Library

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday - Tuesday: 11:00am – 6:00pm Wednesday- Sunday: Closed

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-861-2390 | Email: info@kerncountylibrary.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 1400 Baker Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Bakersfield Adult School -F Street

Provides career technical education and academic programs that including:independent study classes to complete high school credits and health careers preparation.  

Who is eligible: Adults 18 and up.

Fees: TABE Assessment-No Fee Typing Cert./Machine Calculation Cert.-$5.00 -1st & 3rd Tuesday/each month August-June(except July)@ 3:00 & 5:00p.m -Valid Photo I.D. is required Classes range from $25.00-$1,200 -Cash Only -Certification Exam fee included -Textbooks are included -Payment schedule available to students

Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-861-1151 | Email: melissa_jimenez@kernhigh.org | Website: www.khsd.k.12.ca.us/bas

Address: 2727 F Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Bakersfield Adult School-Mt Vernon

Provides the following services: High school diploma classes for adults, GED classes and testing, English as a Second Language program (ESL), citizenship preparation, career technical education, computer and business classes,  auto body repair and teacher assistant. Also provides independent study classes to complete high school credits, parenting and neglect classes, and computer courses.

Who is eligible: 18 years old and older

Fees: TABE Assessment-No Fee Typing Cert./Machine Calculation Cert.-$5.00 -1st & 3rd Tuesday/each month August-June(except July)@ 3:00 & 5:00p.m -Valid Photo I.D. is required Classes range from $25.00-$1,200 -Cash Only -Certification Exam fee included -Textbooks are included -Payment schedule available to students

Hours: Monday- Friday: 7:00am-3:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-835-1855 | Email: Sharon_Gleason@kernhigh.org | Website: https://bas.kernhigh.org/

Address: 501 South Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Bakersfield AIDS Project

Provides direct resources and referral services, education and outreach, counseling and referrals, and advocacy to prevent infections. Also provides food bags and GET bus vouchers upon availability.    

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Hours vary

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-872-9090 | Email: audrey1bap@yahoo.com | Website: www.bakersfieldaidsproject.org

Address: 910 Grace Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Bakersfield American Indian Health Project

Provides assistance for Native Americans: health care, case management referrals, medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, Diabetes, substance abuse counseling, mental health, and parenting classes.  

Who is eligible: American Indian and Alaska Natives

Hours: Monday 8:00am-6:00pm Tuesday-Thursday 8:00am-8:00pm Friday's: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-327-4030 | Email: jvalero@bakersfieldaihp.org | Website: https://www.bakersfieldaihp.org

Address: 501 40th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Bakersfield Association for Retarded Citizens

Provides job-training and employment opportunities. 

Who is eligible: Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-834-2272 | Email: jheitman@barc-inc.org | Website: https://www.bakersfieldarc.org/

Address: 4500 California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital- Inpatient program

Mental health and psychiatric facility which offers inpatient mental health services for dual diagnosis. Provides medication treatment for psychiatric disorders, substance use and behavioral issues. Offers an outpatient program which provides group therapy for 18 years of age and older, assistance with mental health and substance therapy. 

Who is eligible: Open to all, 13 years and up

Hours: Lobby hours: Monday - Sunday 7:00am - 11:00pm Open 24 hours a day, assistance available after lobby closes. Free assessments are available 24 hours.

Languages offered: Multi-lingual, English, Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-241-5507 | Email: abk.marketing@bakersfieldbehavioral.com | Website: http://www.bakersfieldbehavioral.com/

Address: 5201 White Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Bakersfield Burn Foundation

Provides emergency assistance to burn victims and their families.

Who is eligible: Burn victims and their families.

Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-833-2876 | Email: info@bakersfieldfbf.org | Website: http://www.bakersfieldfbf.org/

Address: P.O. Box 2393, Bakersfield, CA 93303


Bakersfield Californian

Provides daily news to residents of Kern County.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: Digital only rate:$20.80/month Print only rate:$16.80/7 day delivery

Hours: Phones Monday-Friday: 9:00am - 4:00pm Office Monday-Friday: 6:00am- 2:00pm

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-395-7500 | Email: local@bakersfield.com | Website: www.bakersfield.com

Address: 3700 Pegasus Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Bakersfield Christian Church

Provides a food distribution.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Every 3rd Thursday of the month from 1:00pm-4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 3200 Bernard Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Bakersfield City School District

Provides early learning activities kindergarten summer bridge, child development classes, parent support, social services, parenting classes, case management, health & wellness services, screenings and referrals, kindergarten transition activities.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday- Friday 7:30am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-631-4600 | Email: selveya@bcsd.com | Website: www.bcsd.com

Address: 1300 Baker Street , Bakersfield, CA 93305


Bakersfield College

Provides a variety of academic programs, vocational training, academic transfer,and a wide range of services

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: Enrollment fees- $46 per unit(sat by the state) Parking Permit- $40 for Fall or Spring ($30 for Financial Aid in Fall or Spring), $30 for Summer BCSGA/KVC Discount Card- $15 per semester Student Health Fee- $13 for Fall/Spring, $10 for Summer Baccalaureate Level Fee- $84.00 per-unit

Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:00am-5:30pm Friday 8:00am-12:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-395-4011 | Email: foundation@bakersfieldcollege.edu | Website: www.bakersfieldcollege.edu

Address: 1801 Panorama Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Bakersfield Crisis Pregnancy Center

Provides free pregnancy tests, pregnancy verification, and ultrasounds. Also provides education on pregnancy options, abstinence, pregnancy related issues, and parenting classes. Offers other services that include maternity clothing, newborn layettes, post-abortion counseling, and counseling for parents who lost an infant. 

Fees: free and confidential pregnancy center Eligibility criteria apply for Ultrasound Scans

Hours: Monday-Wednesday:9:00am-4:00pm Thursday:9:00am-8:00pm Friday:9:00am-12:00pm Saturday:9:30am-1:00pm Sunday:Closed

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-464-7723 | Email: counselor@wehelpyou.org | Website: www.wehelpyou.org

Address: 1801 18th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Bakersfield Family Church

Provides a prepared meal.

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Fees: No fee.

Hours: Every Wednesday at 6:30pm and every Sunday at 10:00am until the food is gone.

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: 106 Wilson Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Bakersfield Family Medical Center

Provides medical services: family practice, laboratory, pediatric and adolescent medicine, podiatry, radiology, and registered dietitian.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: Urgent care co-pay:$3-$100 Emergency room co-pay-$1-$250

Hours: Monday-Sunday 8:00am-8:00pm Urgent Care 8:00am-8:00pm

Languages offered: English and Spanish, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-327-4411 | Email: Main@bfmc.com | Website: www.bfmc.com

Address: 4580 California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Bakersfield Family Medical Center - Northeast

Provides medical services: family practice, laboratory, pediatric and adolescent medicine, podiatry, radiology, and a registered dietitian.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-616-9700 | Email: main@bfmc.com | Website: www.bfmc.com

Address: 5601 Auburn Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Bakersfield Family Medical Center - Northwest

Provides family practice medical services, laboratory, radiology, skin clinic, and well woman care.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-3:00pm Closed for lunch: 12:00pm-1:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-387-6000 | Email: main@bfmc.com | Website: www.bfmc.com

Address: 3400 Calloway Drive , Bakersfield, CA 93312


Bakersfield Family Resource Centers

Provides a variety of community resource centers in Kern County. Based on your needs, you, a Kern community member, can contact any of these locations for help with general resources, such as;Case management development milestones for child age 0-5Court mandated classesSchool ReedinessVita- Free Tax PrepTransportation AssistanceSupport GroupsUtility and/or Water AssistanceEmergency FoodDMV VouchersBaby suppliesSummer BridgeFoster Youth servicesLocal Resource referral and more....

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-631-6000 | Email: oropezk@kerndhs.com | Website: https://www.kcdhs.org/resources/community-resources

Address: Multiple Locations, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Bakersfield Living Word

Hours: Distribution: Every 3rd Monday of the month from 9:30 am-12:30 pm

Contact:

Address: 7224 Niles St, , CA 93306


Bakersfield New Life Center

Provides a food distribution site, assisting with clothing and showers

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Food Commodity: Every 1st, 3rd and 4th Wednesday of the month from 8:00am-10:00am Clothing: Thursday & Friday from 9am-12pm Showers: 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Thursday from 9:30am-11:30am

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-831-2727 | Email: info@newlifecenter.us | Website: www.newlifecenter.us

Address: 4201 Stine road, Bakersfield, CA 93313


Bakersfield Pet Food Pantry

Provides emergency Pet Food 

Who is eligible: Pet owners seeking assistance with pet food. Limit 1 visit per month and 6 visits per calendar year.

Hours: Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month: 10:00am-12:00pm

Languages offered: English, American Sign Language

Contact: Phone: 661-369-1222 | Email: info@bakersfieldpetfoodpantry.org | Website: http://www.bakersfieldpetfoodpantry.org

Address: 4300 Stine Road, Bakersfield, CA 93313


Bakersfield Police Activities League

Provides a FREE afterschool program including athletic and academic programs to youth members of the community through the Bakersfield Police Department.Snacks and dinner provided, tutoring, Game Room, Field Trips and More!Children 8-17yrs

Who is eligible: Contact agency for eligibility requirements.

Hours: Office hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm Activity hours: Monday-Thursday 2:00pm-5:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-283-8880 | Email: info@bakersfieldpal.org | Website: www.bakersfieldpal.org

Address: 301 East 4th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Bakersfield Police Department

Provides law enforcement services to the general public in the city of Bakersfield. Services include: emergency response, calls for service, criminal investigation, traffic enforcement, crime prevention, narcotics enforcement, school resource officers, dare, and gang suppression.  

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Hours: Desk officer available daily from 7:00am-7:00pm (except holidays) Police available 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-Lingual Tele- Services, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-326-3831 | Email: bpdcommunity@bakersfieldpd.us | Website: www.bakersfieldpd.us

Address: 1601 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Bakersfield Post 26

Provides sponsorship to children and youth programs, supports patriotic programs, and conducts the Veterans Day Parade for the community.  

Who is eligible: Veterans of war.

Fees: $45 per year annual membership

Hours: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday: 9:00am-1:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-324-9453 | Email: post26bakersfield@yahoo.com | Website: https://www.americanlegionpost26bakersfield.com/

Address: 2020 H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Bakersfield Ronald McDonald House

Provides sleeping rooms, showers, and a resource center for families with critically ill children at little or no cost with day and overnight amenities that include a full kitchen, laundry services, television, DVD,  and Wii access, as well as any toiletries needed.

Who is eligible: To be an overnight guest, you must have a child receiving medical treatment at any hospital in or around Bakersfield and live at least 25 miles away from the House. To use the House during the day, you must have a child receiving medical treatment at any hospital in or around Bakersfield and a need to take a nap, shower, or do laundry.

Hours: 24-hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-437-4130 | Email: info@rmhcbayarea.org | Website: www.bakersfieldrmh.org

Address: 420 34th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Bakersfield Senior Center

Provides hot meals and recreational activities such as bingo, craft classes, sewing, quilting, bible study, and dominoes.  

Who is eligible: 60 years and older.

Fees: A donation of $2.00 is accepted.

Hours: Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:00am – 3:00pm Cafeteria Hours: Monday - Thursday 11:45am - 12:15pm Facility Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:00am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-325-1113 | Email: Lparker530@sbcglobal.net | Website: https://bakersfieldseniorcenter.org/

Address: 530 4th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Bakersfield Senior Placement

Provides assistance to find assisted living residence or skilled nursing facility.  

Who is eligible: Seniors in Kern county.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am -5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-395-1700 | Email: tim@interimhomehealth.com | Website: https://www.bakersfieldseniorplacement.com/

Address: 4801 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Bakersfield VA Outpatient Clinic

Provides primary outpatient care to eligible veterans. Also provides general medicine, mental health, dentistry, and optometry. Services vary upon availability.

Who is eligible: Eligible veterans.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-632-1800 | Email: veteranshealth@public.govdelivery.com | Website: https://www.va.gov/

Address: 1801 Westwind Drive , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Bakersfield Vet Center

Provides counseling services, information, and referral services.

Who is eligible: Veterans and their families, survivors of Military Sexual Trauma

Hours: Monday/Wednesday/Friday - Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Tuesday/Thursday: 8:00-4:30pm Saturday-Sunday: Closed

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-323-8387 | Email: george.padilla@va.gov | Website: https://www.va.gov/

Address: 1110 Golden State Avenue , Bakersfield , CA 93301


Bargain Box Thrift Store

Provides used clothing at low cost. Referrals for clothing must be made by participating schools to receive clothing items for free.

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Fees: Reduced prices, fees vary per item

Hours: Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays 11:00am-3:00pm Closed during Summer and between Christmas and New Years.

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-323-0838 | Email: membership@alofbak.org | Website: https://www.assistanceleague.org/bakersfield/bargain-box/

Address: 1924 Q Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Be Finally Free Education

Be Finally Free educates both inside and outside of prison walls. Builds relationships that allow mentors, to teach, and be equipped to make better choices. Classes offered:Parenting-Neglect (Department of Human Services and Probation approved)Anger Management (Department of Human Services and Probation approved)Unshackled Success: Shattering the Chains of PovertyResidential Substance Abuse Treatment (RSAT)Domestic ViolenceReentry Education

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Fees: free

Hours: Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-489-5952 | Email: info@befinallyfree.org | Website: www.befinallyfree.org

Address: 225 Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Beale Memorial Library

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday – Thursday: 10:00am – 7:00pm Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-868-0701 | Email: info@kerncountylibrary.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 701 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Beale Water Spray Park

Provides water spray entertainment at the park in the summer time only.Spray Park Hours: May 24, 2025 - September 1, 2025 Tuesday- Sunday  11:00am-6:00pm

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday: 12:00pm-7:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-326-3866 | Email: swim@bakersfieldcity.us | Website: www.bakersfieldcity.us

Address: 500 Oleander Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Bear Mountain Apartments

Provides low income apartments. Waiting list is Open per property manager Sue Groze

Who is eligible: Must pass a credit check and have a consistent source of income

Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am -3:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-854-2029 | Email: BearMountain@awimc.com | Website: https://www.awimc.com/communities/bear-mountain-apartments

Address: 128 Monroe Street, Arvin, CA 93203


Bear Mountain Recreation and Park District

Provides a wide range of recreational services and functions; facilities include community center, pools, parks, and picnic areas. Also assists with activities pertaining to pre-schoolers through seniors. Seasonal activities based upon school schedule.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: Fees vary

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Closed 12:00-1:00pm daily for Lunch Activity hours vary

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-845-0757 | Email: bearmtnpr@sbcglobal.net | Website: http://www.bearmtnprk.com/

Address: 10300 San Diego Street, Lamont, CA 93241


Beardsley Healthy Start

Provides assistance with case management, referral to resources, evaluation of results, and parent training program.

Who is eligible: Open to individuals within the Beardsley School District only.

Fees: Call for more information

Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-393-8550 | Email: info@beardsley.k12.ca.us | Website: www.beardsleyschool.org

Address: 1001 Roberts Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93308


BenefitsCal California Counties

Provides an online application system that allows individuals to apply for benefits: CalFresh (food stamps), California Work Opportunities & Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKS), and MediCal.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: No Phone Access Available | Website: www.benefitscal.com


Better Business Bureau

Provides services and programs to assist consumers and businesses: file a complaint on business practices, find an accredited business, and research a business or charity.infor

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-322-2074 | Email: info@cencal.bbb.org | Website: https://www.bbb.org/local-bbb/bbb-serving-central-california-and-inland-empire-counties

Address: 841 Mohawk Street , Bakersfield, CA 93309


Black Infant Health (BIH) Program

Provides referrals to prenatal care, health education, nutrition services, and case management.Black Infant health

Who is eligible: African American women who are 16 years or older, pregnant, or up to six months postpartum at the time of enrollment.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-321-3000 | Email: publichealth@kerncounty.com | Website: Kernpublichealth.com

Address: 1800 Mount Vernon, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Blessing Box Foundation

Provides a prepared meal.

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Fees: No fee

Hours: Every 3rd Saturday of the month from 11:00am-1:00pm.

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 3803 Union Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Blue Cross: Medi-Cal Managed Care

Provides health plans to fit every budget and lifestyle, benefits include: affordable monthly premiums, an affordable alternative to COBRA, discounts on medical care, and your choice of doctors.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-6:00pm

Languages offered: Multilingual, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-325-8113 | Email: michelle.vanstory@anthem.com | Website: https://www.anthem.com/ca/health-insurance/provider-directory/searchcriteria?branding=ABC

Address: 400 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Boron Branch Library

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards. 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Tuesday – Thursday: 10:00am – 7:00pm Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm Saturday: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 760-762-5606 | Email: info@kerncountylibrary.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 26967 Twenty Mule Team Road, Boron, CA 93516


Boron Community Center

Provides a food pantry site and prescription drug discount card to individuals with/without insurance.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: 2nd Friday of each month from 9:00am-11:00am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: 27177 Twenty Mule Team Road, Boron, CA 93516


Boys and Girls Club of Bakersfield

Provides recreational activities including fine art, computer education, competitive sports, community awareness programs, after school programs, referrals to services for at risk youth, and a youth training and summer job program.

Who is eligible: Children ages 5-17

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-325-3730 | Email: info@bgclubsofkerncounty.org | Website: www.bgclubsofkerncounty.org

Address: 801 Niles Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Bread of Life

Provides a food pantry.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Every 2nd Tuesday from 11:00am-1:00pm Every 3rd Thursday from 12:00pm-2:00pm

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 5880 District Boulevard, Bakersfield, CA 93313


Breast and Cervical Cancer Treatment Program

Provides treatment and care for individuals with breast and cervical cancer.

Who is eligible: Two ways to be eligible
First Way
Have been screened and found to be in need of treatment for breast and/or cervical cancer (women only), follow-up care for cancer or precancerous cervical lesions/conditions by an CDP:EWC or Family PACT provider.
Are a women under age 65 who has satisfactory immigration status or is a citizen or national of the United States. Are a California resident. Have a monthly gross family income at the time of screening and diagnosis, that is at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty level for the family size. Have no other health insurance including full-scope no share-of-cost Medi-Cal or Medicare.
Second Way
Have been screened and found in need of treatment for breast (men and women) and/or cervical cancer (women only), follow-up care for cancer or precancerous cervical lesions/conditions by an EWC or Family PACT provider. Are a California resident. Are a male of any age or any immigration status. Are a female under 65 years of age with non-citizen or unsatisfactory immigration status.Are a female 65 years of age or older; and/or Have health insurance, including share-of-cost Medi-Cal and/or Medicare.

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 800-824-0088 | Email: BCCTP@dhcs.ca.gov | Website: http://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal/Pages/BCCTP.aspx

Address: PO Box 997417, Sacramento, CA 95899-7417


Breast Pump Rentals

Provides breast pump rentals.  

Who is eligible: Open to all Breastfeeding Mothers

Fees: Call make an appointment for Consultation for variety of supplies

Hours: Mercy Southwest Hospital-Lactation Support Center Monday-Friday: 12:00pm-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-663-6056 | Email: kcbc.breastfeedingmatters@gmail.com | Website: http://kernbreastfeeding.wix.com/kcbc

Address: 400 Old River Road , Bakersfield, CA 93311


Breastfeeding Help Line

Provides support by phone, information and referral service only and cannot provide a medical diagnosis or answer medical questions.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am-6:00pm Eastern Standard Time

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-327-3074 | Email: kcampos@capk.org | Website: http://californiabreastfeeding.org/coalition-information/communitycoalitions/members/kern/

Address: 2615 Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Brenda Jean’s Sober Living Facility

Provides Sober Living for adult males.

Who is eligible: Open to all adult males

Fees: $825.00 per month

Hours: Office hours Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm Facility 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-800-5850 | Email: sober.living@brendajeans.org | Website: https://www.brendajeans.org/

Address: 2015 Brundage Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Brenda Jean's Food Pantry

Provides a food pantry. Food supply may vary.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Food distribution every Tuesday 10:00am-11:00am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: 2015 Brundage Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Bristol Hospice Foundation of California

Provides hospice care, emotional support services for patients and their families, and skilled nursing in lieu of patient hospitalization

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Office hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Hospice care: 24 hours 7 days a week

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-716-8000 | Email: cherie.shoemake@bristolhospice.com | Website: https://www.bristolhospicefoundationca.org/

Address: 5251 Office Park Drive, Suite 100, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Buena Vista Museum Of Natural History

Provides tours, lectures, workshops, seasonal science camps for children, classroom presentation and displays at public events.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: Family membership $75 1 year unlimited family admission Additional four ½ Price Guest tickets Individual membership $25 One year unlimited admission for one individual Senior membership $20 One year unlimited admission for one individual

Hours: Thursday, Friday & Saturday:10:00am-4:00pm Sunday:12:00pm-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish, American Sign Language

Contact: Phone: 661-324-6350 | Email: info@buenavistamuseum.org | Website: https://www.buenavistamuseum.org/

Address: 2018 Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Building Blocks

Provides a transitional housing program for emancipated foster youth who are homeless or at immediate risk of becoming homeless. Provides foster youth with apartment housing and offers them the opportunity to develop skills needed for successful transition into self-sufficiency.

Who is eligible: Emancipated foster youth ages 18-21.

Fees: Varies depending on income

Hours: Office Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Housing Program operates 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-631-6000 | Email: simhooftran@kernha.org | Website: https://www.kernha.org/menus/building-blocks-a-transitional-housing-program.html

Address: 1801 Belle Terrace, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Building Department

Provides building permit and inspection services for building projects within the City of Wasco.

Who is eligible: Residents of Wasco

Fees: General Fee Rates:$35.00 CA State Fee:$4.00 Inspection Fee:$90/Hr Call for more information

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 7:30am-5:00pm Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Closed alternating Fridays

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-758-7230 | Email: kecobb@ci.wasco.ca.us | Website: https://www.cityofwasco.org/204/Building-Division

Address: 764 E Street , Wasco, CA 93280


Built2Last

CityServe, Built 2 Last assist adolescents struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, and/or Conduct Issues. They provide 10 free hours of therapy with a licensed therapist and have scheduled family bonding days.

Who is eligible: Adolescents 8-15 years old

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-558-4441 | Email: info@cityservenetwork.com | Website: www.cityservenetwork.com

Address: 3201 F Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Bureau of Automotive Repair

Provides regulations for automotive repair dealers, accepts and resolves auto repair complaints, administers statewide licensing of repair facilities and service technicians. Also provides the Consumer Assistance Program (CAP) qualified individuals receive (every other year) Smog Check inspection up to $500 in financial assistance toward emissions-related repairs.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday -Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-335-7400 | Email: BAREditor@dca.ca.gov | Website: www.autorepair.ca.gov

Address: 3331 Sillect Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Burning Bush Sober Living

Provides facilities for support and treatment of individuals suffering from alcohol or drug abuse. Also provides assistance with  psychological, emotional, educational, vocational, and therapeutic needs of dependent, neglected, co- dependent females and males.

Who is eligible: Individuals with at least 48 hours of sobriety.

Fees: $660 per month for single man or woman

Hours: 24 Hours a day, 7 days a week

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-204-5994 | Email: medassis@igalaxy.net | Website: https://www.211kerncounty.org/category/substance-abuse/

Address: 125 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Business License Section

Provides administration and enforces provisions of the Municipal Code relating to: business licenses, transient outdoor business permits, business regulatory permits, and transient lodging tax  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: Business Tax Certificate-$34.00 Home Occupation Permit-$30.00(One Time Charge) Submit application for Permit costs

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-326-3762 | Email: finance@bakersfieldcity.us | Website: https://www.bakersfieldcity.us/204/Business-Licenses-Permits-Fees

Address: 1600 Truxtun Avenue , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Buttonwillow Branch Library

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday – Thursday: 10:00am – 7:00pm Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm Saturday: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-764-5337 | Email: info@kerncountylibrary.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 101 North Main Street, Buttonwillow, CA 93206


Buttonwillow Community Resource Center

Provides the following services: emergency basic needs (e.g. food and clothing), health insurance assistance by a certified application assistant, case management, parent education classes, school readiness activities, translation and fax services, employment development services (by appointment), links to emergency services. Also provides developmental screening. 

Who is eligible: Residents of Buttonwillow and surrounding areas. Developmental screenings available for children ages 0-5.

Fees: fee is based on household incomes

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-764-9405 | Email: sgarcia@buttonwillowschool.com | Website: www.buttonwillow.k12.ca.us/

Address: 42600 Highway 58, Buttonwillow, CA 93206


Buttonwillow Parks and Recreation District

Provides a drive-thru food distribution site.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Every 3rd Friday of the month from 9:30am-11:30am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: 559 Milo Avenue, Buttonwillow, CA 93206


Buttonwillow Recreation and Park District

Provides a wide range of recreational services and functions to the community. 

Who is eligible: Open to the community

Hours: Monday–Thursday 10:00am-8:00pm Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-764-5205 | Email: mlucas@buttonwillowrpd.com | Website: https://buttonwillowparks.specialdistrict.org

Address: 556 Milo Avenue, Buttonwillow, CA 93206


CA vs Hate

The agency provides victims of crime support services for individuals throughout the State of California. Services include hate crimes reporting. The agency establishes policies and approves programs, and monitors and reports on hate crimes. California law protects individuals based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, primary language, citizenship, immigration status, mental disability, physical disability, sex and gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation, and position in a labor dispute. Individuals who wisht to report a hate crime online can visit the agency's website https://stophate.calcivilrights.ca.gov/s/ 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 6:00pm

Languages offered: Interpreter services available , English

Contact: Phone: 833-866-4283 | Website: stophate.calcivilrights.ca.gov/s/

Address: 2218 Kausen Drive, Suite 100, Elk Grove, CA 95758


Cal Aim

Provides a food distribution site.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Food Commodity: Every 2nd Friday from 1:00-3:00pm Every 4th Friday from 5:00-7:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: amunozmanzo@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 1631 30th street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


CalAIM- Housing Navigation

CityServe, Housing navigation program connects to safe and affordable housing options, provides guidance to community programs, and offers long-term support.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-558-4441 | Email: info@cityservenetwork.com | Website: www.cityservenetwork.com

Address: 3201 F Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


CalAIM- Sobering Center

CityServe, Sobering Center provides a safe place to begin the journey to sobriety. They offer a temporary bed, food, shower, and a change of clothes while connecting you to a Christ-centered recovery program. 

Who is eligible: Medical through KHS/ Anthem

Hours: Open 24/7

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-558-4441 | Email: info@cityservenetwork.com | Website: www.cityservenetwork.com

Address: 3201 F Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


CalAIM-Enhanced Care Management

CityServe ECM Program offers an enhanced care management program that helps you navigate healthcare services, find support through life’s daily challenges and assist with connecting individuals to social services.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: info@cityservenetwork.com | Website: www.cityservenetwork.com

Address: 3201 F Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Calfresh

Provides financial assistance for eligible residents to purchase healthy and nutritious foods. Offers three day expedited service for some special emergency situations. Issues Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards with a monthly credit to purchase groceries. EBT cards accepted at participating retailers including grocery stores and farmers markets.

Who is eligible: Low income households. Must report required documentation every three months in order to maintain food stamp eligibility.

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-4:00pm Online application available 24/7

Languages offered: Interpreters Available, English

Contact: Phone: 661-631-6000 | Email: oropezk@kerndhs.com | Website: https://www.kcdhs.org/services/apply-for-benefits/calfresh

Address: 100 East California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


CalFresh Healthy Living

Provides access to nutrition education, physical activity education, and leadership toward healthy community initiative's to improve nutritional health.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-439-3838 | Email: CAPKnutritionEd@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/calfresh

Address: 2323 16th Street , Bakersfield, CA 93301


CaliDental Niles

Provides comprehensive dental services for children.

Who is eligible: Children ages 4months - 11years

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish, Farsi

Contact: Phone: 661-495-5535 | Website: https://www.calidentalsmiles.com/?utm_source=gmb_auth

Address: 3318 Niles Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306


California Alternative Rates for Energy

Provides a 20% monthly discount on energy bills for income-qualified households. 

Who is eligible: Low or fixed-income households.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm Online application available 24/7

Languages offered: English, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese

Contact: Phone: 866-743-2273 | Email: CAREandFERA@pge.com | Website: https://www.pge.com/en_US/residential/save-energy-money/help-paying-your-bill/longer-term-assistance/care/care.page

Address: 1918 H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


California Children's Services (CCS)

Provides medical care and rehabilitation for children under age 21. Services are for persons with certain disabling medical conditions. Services include help with treatment costs, medical case management, and physical and occupational therapy.

Who is eligible: - Child must be under 21 years of age - Family income must be less than $40,000 per year - Must be a Kern County resident - The child has a physical disability or medical condition that is covered by CCS

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-868-0504 | Email: publichealth@kerncounty.com | Website: Kernpublichealth.com

Address: 1800 Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


California City Branch Library

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Tuesday – Thursday: 10:00am – 7:00pm Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 760-373-4757 | Email: info@kerncountylibrary.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 9507 California City Boulevard, California City, CA 93505


California Conservation Corps

Provides specialized training in job-specific areas that enhance a corps member’s learning opportunity and skill level. These trainings are offered during the work day and in the evenings.

Who is eligible: California residents between the ages of 18 and 23 and not on probation or parole.

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 800-952-5627 | Email: Exec@ccc.ca.gov | Website: www.ccc.ca.gov

Address: 1719 24th Street , Sacramento, CA 95816


California Correctional Institution

Provides a correctional facility for those who are convicted of a crime. Also offers rehabilitating programs.

Who is eligible: Females and Males

Hours: Open 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: English and Spanish, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-822-4402 | Website: http://www.cdcr.ca.gov/facilities_locator/CCI.html

Address: 24900 Highway 202, Tehachapi, CA 93561


California Department of Public Health

Provides information about public health and disease control.

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 916-558-1784 | Email: cdph.internetadmin@cdph.ca.gov | Website: www.cdph.ca.gov

Address: 1616 Capitol Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95814


California Department of Rehabilitation

Vocational rehabilitation services which include: assessment of disabilities, job placement services, career assessment and counseling, and transportation. Also assistive technology and training when necessary.

Who is eligible: Have a disability that prevents individuals from continuing their present job.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Orientation Monday-Thursday 9:30am-10:00am

Languages offered: English, Chinese

Contact: Phone: 661-395-2525 | Email: DASInfo@dor.ca.gov | Website: www.dor.ca.gov

Address: 4925 Commerce Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309


California Highway Patrol

Provides law enforcement services on California freeways. Free infant car seat installation every Monday by appointment only. 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-827-5400 | Website: www.chp.ca.gov

Address: 9855 Compagnoni Street , Bakersfield, CA 93313


California Living Museum

Provides natural history museum, a zoo, and botanical garden.

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Fees: Regular admission: adults $12.00, seniors $9.00, children 3-12 years $8.00, children under 3 are free Military/Veterans (w/ID) - FREE.

Hours: Open Tuesday- Sunday 9:00am-4:00pm, closed on major holidays.

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-872-2256 | Email: memaitland@kern.org | Website: www.calmzoo.org

Address: 10500 Alfred Harrell Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93306-9612


California Rural Legal Assistance

Provides legal assistance to low income individuals with labor and employment, education, rural health, and housing matters. 

Who is eligible: Low income individuals.

Hours: Monday- Thursday: 9:00am-5:00pm Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm (Phone Appointments ONLY)

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-725-4350 | Email: development@crla.org | Website: www.crla.org

Address: 601 High Street , Delano, CA 93215


California Senior Legal Hotline

Provides legal services to seniors this includes: legal advice, wills, trusts, or probate, powers of attorney, age discrimination, consumer issues, housing, elder abuse and grandparent rights.  

Who is eligible: Seniors 60 years and over.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-12:00pm- 5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 916-551-2140 | Website: https://lsnc.net/office/senior-legal-services

Address: 515 12th Street , Sacramento, CA 95814


California State University Bakersfield

Provides undergraduate and graduate programs to individuals seeking higher education. Also, provides the High School Equivalency Program (HEP) assisting seasonal farm workers, and their immediate family members in completing exam, begin post-secondary studies, or enter into a vocational training program.  

Who is eligible: Must meet university guidelines for acceptance.

Fees: Costs are determined on Your eligibility for Financial Aid & Scholarships

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-654-2782 | Email: csubpublicaffairs@csub.edu | Website: www.csub.edu

Address: 9001 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93311-1022


California Substance Use Disorder Resources

Provides addiction education and assists in locating drug rehabilitation services.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Call or visit website for more information Available 24/7

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 877-208-7211 | Email: communications@addicted.org | Website: https://www.addicted.org/california-long-term-drug-rehab.html


California Veterans Assistance Foundation

Provides transitional and permanent housing, employment and training, medical, dental and substance abuse treatment and/ or counseling, and referral services to veterans. 

Who is eligible: All veterans (military service will be verified) can receive services, but referrals will only be made based on each programs eligibility requirements.

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-873-4600 | Email: info@cavaf.org | Website: www.cavaf.org

Address: 729 Decatur Street, Bakersfield, CA 93308


California Victim Compensation

Assists with expenses that result from violent crime. Also assists victims of crime who have been injured or have been threatened with injury.

Who is eligible: Open to those that have been a victim of a violent crime

Fees: Call for more information and availability for assistance Child Witnesses to Violent Crime-Minors who suffer emotional injuries from witnessing a violent crime may be eligible for up to $5,000 for mental health counseling through CalVCB

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: Multilingual, English

Contact: Phone: 800-777-9229 | Email: info@victims.ca.gov | Website: https://victims.ca.gov/victims/

Address: P.O. Box 3036, Sacramento, CA 95812


California Water Service Company

Provides water service for houses and businesses. Also provides payment plan arrangements, and Low-Income Rate Assistance (LIRA) a service-charge discount to qualifying low-income customers.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: Vary per utility bill.

Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00am- 7:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-837-7200 | Email: infoBK@calwater.com | Website: http://calwater.com/

Address: 3725 South H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Calvary Chapel Bakersfield

Provides a food pantry.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Food Commodity: Every 4th Wednesday of the month from 6:00pm-7:30pm Food Pantry: Every 3rd Thursday of the month from 8:00am-12:00pm Every 3rd Sunday of the month from 1:00pm-2:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 6501 Schirra Court, Bakersfield, CA 93313


Calvary Full Gospel Chappel

Provides a food distribution once a month.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Every Wednesday of the month from 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 222 Circle Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93308


CalWorks

Provides temporary financial support, as well as job training, and education to pregnant women, eligible families, and eligible non-citizens that have child(ren) in the home. Services could include: payments for childcare, diapers, transportation, ancillary support like books, tools, fees, and clothing, mental health services, substance abuse services, domestic abuse services, and personal counseling.

Who is eligible: Individuals receiving state aid.

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-631-6000 | Email: oropezk@kerndhs.com | Website: https://www.kcdhs.org/services/apply-for-benefits/calworks

Address: 100 East California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Camellia Court

Provides 86 rental units (1,2, and 3 bedrooms).

Who is eligible: Low to moderate income individuals

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-834-2728 | Email: lkoester@corpoffices.org | Website: https://kernha.org/affordable-housing/

Address: 1741 Cheatham Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Camellia Gardens

 Provides 91 rental units (1,2, and 3 bedrooms).

Who is eligible: Low to moderate income families

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-325-0919 | Email: lkoester@corpoffices.org | Website: https://kernha.org/affordable-housing/

Address: 1750 Cheatham Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Camellia Place

Provides rental units (3 and 4 bedrooms)

Who is eligible: Low to moderate income individuals

Fees: Call for more information

Hours: Monday-Saturday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-325-0919 | Email: lkoester@corpoffices.org | Website: www.corpforbetterhousing.com

Address: 1855 Cheatham Avenue , Bakersfield, CA 93307


Cancer Detection Program: Every Women Counts

Provides follow-up services for women with possible diagnoses of breast and/or cervical cancer, including referral for treatment when necessary, screening and diagnostic services, and facilitate annual re-screening.  

Who is eligible: 21 years old for pap smear, 40 for Mammography, or under 40 with Symptoms), low-income, no medical insurance. Must have a California address.

Hours: Hours vary. Call for information

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 559-470-7147 | Email: aflores@healthcollaberative.org | Website: www.healthcollaborative.org

Address: 1680 West Shaw Avenue, Fresno, CA 93711


Canyon hills of Wofford Heights

Provides a food distribution.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Every 4th Monday from 10:00am-12:00pm.

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 25 Arden Avenue , Wofford Heights, CA 93285


Capistrano - Lincoln Street Retreat Perinatal Facility

Provides a 12 step Alcoholics Anonymous program. Also provides support groups and classes for pregnant women or newborn mothers with alcohol and drug addiction including; anger management, completing education requirements, building family relationships, relapse prevention, and parenting classes.

Who is eligible: Pregnant women or with newborn children.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-869-1795 | Email: info@jasonsretreat.com | Website: https://bakersfieldrecoveryservices.com/perinatal-services/

Address: 708 Lincoln Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Capistrano Community for Women Facility

Provides women with residential recovery program and in-house patient treatment for alcohol and drug dependency. Also provides classes for alcohol and drug addiction, anger management, completing education requirements, building family relationships, relapse prevention, and coping with child care issues (parenting)

Who is eligible: Women (18 and over) with substance abuse problem.

Fees: Accepts Brand New Day insurance.

Hours: Office Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Application intake 8:00am - 4:00pm Facility is open 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-325-1817 | Email: info@jasonsretreat.com | Website: www.jasonsretreat.com

Address: 1727 Baker Street , Bakersfield, CA 93305


Car Seat Check Program

Provides a child passenger safety education class and a car seat for children at no cost.Car Seat program

Who is eligible: Residents of Kern County who currently do not have an appropriate car seat and have viewed the child passenger safety videos based on your child's age.

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-321-3000 | Email: publichealth@kerncounty.com | Website: Kernpublichealth.com

Address: 1800 Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Caregiver Support Group

Provides a system of support services to help informal caregivers - those who are providing unpaid care for older adults as well as grandparents who are providing unpaid care for their grandchildren or other young relatives.  

Who is eligible: Informal caregivers

Hours: 1st Tuesday of the month 1:00pm-2:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-873-4000 | Email: info@valleycrc.org | Website: www.valleycrc.org

Address: 500 East F Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561


Caregiver Training and Assistance Program

Provides hands-on training, education regarding proper care, and handling of individuals in a home setting. Also provides  support groups and assistance with questions regarding specific medical conditions

Who is eligible: Care providers.

Fees: Around The Clock Home Care accepts most major insurances, including: government based, private, and managed care providers

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-395-5800 | Website: www.bakersfieldcare.com

Address: 5251 Office Park Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Caring Corner

Provides skilled nursing, daycare and respite services to medically fragile children under physician's orders.

Who is eligible: Infant to 21 years of age

Fees: No Charge to qualified families

Hours: Monday-Friday 6:30am -6:30pm

Languages offered: Spanish/English, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-847-7342 | Email: tami@interimhomehealth.com | Website: www.caringcorner.org

Address: 942 Wible Road, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Casa de La Paloma

Provides apartment complex (1,2, and 3 bedrooms)

Who is eligible: Low to moderate income household

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-854-0550 | Email: doropeza@kernha.org | Website: https://kernha.org/affordable-housing/

Address: 1301 Haven Drive, Arvin, CA 93203


Catalyst Foundation

Provides several programs and services for people with HIV and HCV such as medical care, supportive services, free testing and counseling, prevention and education services, and a Life Challenge Program for high-risk incarcerated youth. For people who qualify the following services are also provided housing, transportation, food, support groups, and financial literacy.

Who is eligible: Individuals who are AIDS/HIV or HCV positive.

Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-948-8559 | Email: supportiveservices@catalystfdn.org | Website: http://www.catalystfdn.org/programs.html

Address: 547 West Lancaster Boulevard, Lancaster, CA 93534


Catholic Charities

Serving those in need throughout the eight-County San Joaquin Valley. Providing services such as:- Food Pantry open Monday- Friday- Diapers (Children 0-5) - HopeWorks Job Reediness- DMV reduced fee vouchers - CalFresh Program- ECM Program (Medi-Cal Anthem) - Volunteer Opportunities available No Utility or Rental Assistance Available at this time.

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday- Friday 8:30am- 3:45pm Closed 12:15-1:00pm . Food Pantry open Monday-Friday

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-281-2130 | Email: info@ccdof.org | Website: www.ccdof.org

Address: 825 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Catholic Charities

Provides assistance with emergency food boxes, vouchers for reduced cost identification cards, payee program services. No Utility or Rent Payment Assistance available

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Open distribution Monday-Friday 8:30am-12:00pm and 1:00-3:45pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: https://ccdof.org

Address: 809 Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Catholic Charities of Los Angeles

Program provides street and community outreach, emergency food, emergency shelter for runaway or homeless youth, immigration/refugee services and payee program services.  

Who is eligible: Open to the public.
Below the Federal Poverty Level

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 213-251-3400 | Email: info@CatholicCharitiesLA.org | Website: www.catholiccharitiesla.org

Address: 1531 James M. Wood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90015


Cayenne Wellness Center

Patients diagnosed with sickle cell disease can qualify to receive assistance with transportation to medical appointments, and monthly food box delivery. They assist with mental health, childcare, co-payment assistance, advocacy, and can provide up to $1,000 for emergency assistance for utility and rental.  

Who is eligible: Serves all California, call to schedule an appointment

Hours: Available 24/7, call for appointment

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: info@cayennewellness.org | Website: https://cayennewellness.org/


Center For Creative Achievement New Advances for People with Disabilities

Provides  various classes, vocational placement, and warm water therapy in a community based setting to individuals with disabilities.Some of the classes offered include: drama, art, education technology, interpersonal development, cooking. 

Who is eligible: Open to all individuals with disabilities ages 18 years of age to senior citizens

Fees: None for Kern Regional clients, varies for general public.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish, American Sign Language

Contact: Phone: 661-477-9910 | Email: napd@napd-bak.org | Website: http://napd-bak.org/

Address: 3400 North Sillect Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Central Bakersfield Community Health Center

Provides primary and preventive health care services.  

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 833-678-2781 | Email: schilling@clinicasierravista.org | Website: www.clinicasierravista.org

Address: 301 Brundage Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Centre For Neuro Skills

  Provides inpatient/outpatient rehabilitation for brain injured and stroke victims. Services include: speech/language pathology, nursing services, occupational therapy, physical therapy, educational services, counseling, health fitness, residential care, vocational rehabilitation, recreational therapy, clinical supervision, clinical neuron psychology, and aquatic therapy.  

Who is eligible: Minors require parent/guardian program participation.

Fees: Payers Served: • Group Health Insurance (PPO/HMO) • Workers’ Compensation Insurance

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-872-3408 | Email: bakersfield@neuroskills.com | Website: www.neuroskills.com

Address: 5215 Ashe Road, Bakersfield, CA 93313


Centro Cristiano Agape

Provides a food pantry once a month on the 1st Thursday of the Month

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Distribution every 1st Thursday of the month from 10:00am-11:00am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 409 Baker Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Cerro Coso Community College

Provides college courses and various degrees.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:30am-10:00pm, Friday: 8:00am-12:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 760-384-6100 | Email: jboard@cerrocoso.edu | Website: www.cerrocoso.edu

Address: 3000 College Heights Boulevard, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Chateau D' Bakersfield

Provides independent living skills training, mental wellness groups, medical monitoring, physical therapy maintenance, occupational therapy maintenance, psychological assessments and treatment, medical social services, speech therapy and nutritional screening.  

Who is eligible: 18 years of age or older with physical or mental impairments.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-3:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-322-4085 | Email: chateau_bf@sbcglobal.net | Website: www.chateauadhc.com

Address: 824 18th Street , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Chester Avenue Community Church

Provides a food distribution site.

Hours: Distribution: Every 2nd and 4th Thursday 4:00pm-6:00pm

Contact:

Address: 1509 South Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Child Education and Development Services

Provides Early Head Start services at various learning centers located throughout Kern County. The home-based service delivery option meet weekly with families in their homes to promote positive family health and development.  

Who is eligible: Must meet income guidelines.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-336-5236 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/head-start

Address: 5005 Business Park North, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Child Protective Services

Provides Emergency Response Program with  24-hour response system designed to receive, investigate, and evaluate reports of child abuse and neglect. In emergency situations, an immediate, in-person response is made by a social worker in accordance with department regulations. Non-emergency situations are responded to within 10 days.

Who is eligible: Abused and/or neglected children, adolescents and their families.

Fees: No Fee

Hours: 24 Hour Hotline

Languages offered: Multilingual, English, Spanish, French, Tagalog, Ilocano

Contact: Phone: 661-631-6011 | Email: jonesa@co.kern.ca.us | Website: https://www.kcdhs.org/services/child-protective-services

Address: 100 East California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Childhood Illness & Injury Prevention Program

Provides children and youth regular preventive health assessments to identify health problems. Those with suspected problems are then referred for necessary diagnosis and treatment.  

Who is eligible: Low income children from birth to 19 years and children on Medi-Cal from birth to 21 years

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-321-3000 | Email: publichealth@kerncounty.com | Website: Kernpublichealth.com

Address: 1800 Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Children First 2020

Provides a food pantry.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Distribution: 3rd Thursday of every month 4:00pm- until food runs out

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 1511 Niles Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Children to Love International

Provides assistance in meeting the physical, mental, social, and spiritual needs of children living in Romanian and Southern Indian Orphanages. Through partnerships with Romanian and Southern Indian churches the agency is able to reach the orphanages and provide support.

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Romanian

Contact: Phone: 661-588-9000 | Email: am_gonzalez@childrentolove.com | Website: www.childrentolove.com

Address: 5558 California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Children With Attention Deficit Disorder

Provides a diagnostic assessment of school failure, clinical remediation, utilization of historic multi-sensory phonic spaced techniques, study skills along,  and legal advocacy.

Who is eligible: Adults and children from 5 and up

Hours: Monday-Friday: 1:00pm-5:00pm ET

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: customer_service@chadd.org | Website: www.chadd.net

Address: 4221 Forbes Boulevard , Lanham, MD 20706


Children's Behavioral Health Services

Provides counseling, case management, psychiatric evaluations, and medication support.

Who is eligible: Teens Children

Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30am-6:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-845-5100 | Website: www.clinicasierravista.org

Address: 10417 Main St, Lamont, CA 93241


Children's Mobile Immunization

Provides immunizations to children in Kern County through a mobile unit.For monthly calendar click here. 

Who is eligible: Children 0-18, no health insurance, enrolled in Medi-Cal (Medi-Cal card is required), or an American Indian or Alaskan Native

Hours: Hours vary

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-869-6740 | Website: https://adventisthealth.org/bakersfield/services/adventist-health-physicians-network/mobile-health-program/childrens-mobile-immunization-program-cmip/

Address: 2615 Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Children's System Of Care

Provides assistance with children who are experiencing mental health difficulties. Provides individual, family and group counseling, social skills groups, medication for psychological problems, and information and referral for support services.

Who is eligible: Children with emotional disturbance and their families.

Fees: Check with facility for details

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-6750 | Email: dcloud@kernbhrs.org | Website: https://www.kernbhrs.org/

Address: 2621 Oswell Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Church Of Jesus Christ

Hours: Distribution: 2nd Friday of month 9am-11am

Contact:

Address: 1389 Rosamond Blvd., Rosamond, CA 93560


Church of Living Savior

Provides a food pantry.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Food Commodity: Every 3rd Tuesday of the month from 9:30am-12:00pm (April's distribution has been moved to April 22, 2025)

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 149 5th Street, Mc Farland, CA 93250


Cirugia Sin Fronteras

Provides medical and surgical services to individuals who do not qualify for or do not have access to health insurance.Specialties: General Surgery Gynecology Urology Gastroenterology Ophthalmology Ears/nose and throat Orthopedics

Who is eligible: Uninsured

Fees: $120.00 for consultation with specialist. Patient must pay a reduced price for their surgery, if needed.

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 9:00am- 5:30pm Friday: 9:00am- 5:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish, French

Contact: Phone: 661-333-5746 | Email: csfadmin@csfsurgery.com | Website: www.csfsurgery.com

Address: 2021 22nd Street , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Citizenship Works

Provides easy-to-use online tools to help low and moderate-income individuals to answer important questions about the eligibility for naturalization, to better understand the naturalization process, and to prepare for the naturalization tests.  

Who is eligible: Individuals seeking naturalization.

Fees: No Fee

Hours: 24 hours website

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 212-760-2554 | Email: info@immigrationadvocates.org | Website: www.citizenshipworks.org

Address: 151 West 30th Street, New York, NY 10001


City Code Enforcement

Provides assistance with filing complaints for property maintenance, housing, zoning, and junk and/or abandoned vehicle complaints for properties that are within the city.  

Who is eligible: Residents living within the city limits who have issues concerning environmental hazards within their neighborhood.

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-326-3712 | Email: BldCode@bakersfieldcity.us | Website: https://www.bakersfieldcity.us/189/Code-Enforcement

Address: 1715 Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


City of Arvin

Provides local planning department, transportation department, and information of other programs for local residents.  

Who is eligible: Open to Arvin residents.

Fees: Fees Vary

Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 5:30pm Every other Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm Closed every other Friday and Holidays

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-854-3134 | Email: cvela@arvin.org | Website: www.arvin.org

Address: 200 Campus Drive, Arvin, CA 93203


City of Bakersfield

Provides local planning department, transportation department, and information of other programs for local residents.  

Who is eligible: Open to Bakersfield Residents.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-326-3000 | Email: AdmHrs@bakersfieldcity.us | Website: www.bakersfieldcity.us

Address: 1601 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


City of California City

  Provides local planning department, transportation department, and information of other programs for local residents.    

Who is eligible: Open to California City residents.

Hours: Monday- Thursday 8:30am-5:30pm Friday 8:30am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 760-373-8661 | Email: mayor@californiacity.gov | Website: https://www.californiacity-ca.gov

Address: 21000 Hacienda Boulevard, California City, CA 93505


City of Delano

Provides local planning, transportation department, and information of other programs for local residents.  

Who is eligible: Open to Delano residents.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-721-3303 | Email: acastro@cityofdelano.org | Website: www.cityofdelano.org

Address: 1015 Eleventh Avenue, Delano, CA 93216


City of Hope

Provides research and a treatment center for cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening diseases.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm to speak with a patient referral specialist

Languages offered: Multilingual

Contact: Phone: 626-256-4673 | Email: webmarketing@coh.org | Website: www.cityofhope.org

Address: 1500 East Duarte Road, Duarte, CA 91010


City of Maricopa

Provides local planning, transportation department, and information of other programs for local residents.  

Who is eligible: Open to Maricopa residents.

Hours: Tuesday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Closed for lunch: 12:00pm-1:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-769-8279 | Email: LRobison_COM@bak.rr.com | Website: http://www.cityofmaricopa.org

Address: 400 California Street, Maricopa, CA 93252


City of McFarland

Provides a local planning department, transportation department, and information of other programs for local residents.  

Who is eligible: Open to McFarland residents.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-792-2121 | Website: http://www.mcfarlandcity.org

Address: 401 West Kern Avenue, Mc Farland, CA 93250


City of Shafter

Provides local planning department, transportation department, and information of other programs for local residents.  

Who is eligible: Open to Shafter residents.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-746-5000 | Email: cityclerk@shafter.com | Website: http://www.shafter.com/Directory.aspx?did=14

Address: 336 Pacific Avenue, Shafter, CA 93263


City of Tehachapi

Provides a local planning department, transportation department, and information of other programs for local residents.  

Who is eligible: Open to Tehachapi residents.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:00am-5:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-822-2200 | Email: info@tehachapicityhall.com | Website: www.tehachapicityhall.com

Address: 115 South Robinson Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561


City of Wasco

Provides local planning department, transportation department, and information of other programs for local residents.  

Who is eligible: Open to Wasco residents.

Hours: Monday- Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-758-5411 | Email: daallen@ci.wasco.ca.us | Website: http://www.ci.wasco.ca.us/

Address: 746 8th Street, Wasco, CA 93280


City Place Apartments

Provides an apartment complex with 1, 2 or 3 bedrooms for low income households.  

Who is eligible: Household income cannot exceed: 50%AMI 60%AMI

Fees: APPLICATION FEE: $24 2BR, 2BA from $605-$734 3BR, 2BA from $700-$849

Hours: Monday- Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-859-1629 | Email: mngrcpa@cicmgt.com | Website: https://www.kernha.org/

Address: 1401 S Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Coastal Kids Riverwalk

Provides general, medical, and  pediatric care including: immunizations, health and wellness check-ups, and physicals.

Who is eligible: Children 17 and under

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-663-7500 | Email: info@riverwalkpediatric.com | Website: https://www.riverwalkpediatric.com/

Address: 9508 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93311


College Community Services Family Learning

Provides anonymous support groups, enrichment classes, social activities, arts and crafts, and trips into the community for those who have been affected by mental illness and/or substance abuse.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-822-4639 | Website: https://www.kernbhrs.org/cflc

Address: 107 South Mill Sreet, Tehachapi, CA 93561


College Community Services Hope Center

Provides anonymous support groups, enrichment classes, social activities, arts and crafts, and trips into the community for those who have been affected by mental illness and/or substance abuse. 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 10:00am -7:00pm Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 760-446-1597 | Website: https://www.kernbhrs.org/cflc

Address: 1400 North Norma Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Columbus Family Dentistry

Provides general or cosmetic dentistry procedures for individuals over the age of two.  

Who is eligible: Individuals over the age of two

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm Saturday: Appointment Only

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-322-1300 | Website: https://www.bakersfielddentaloffice.com/

Address: 505 West Columbus Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Community Connection For Child Care

Provides subsidized child care, child care provider referrals, supports services trainings, classes for child care centers, and family child care providers.  

Who is eligible: Individuals in need of child care.

Hours: Monday - Friday: 7:30am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-861-5200 | Email: childcareapplication@kern.org | Website: www.kernchildcare.org

Address: 2000 K Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Community Correctional Facilities

Provides secure care, custody, and control for offenders sentenced by California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation (CDCR).  

Who is eligible: Inmates.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 916-324-7308 | Website: www.cdcr.ca.gov/Facilities_Locator/Community_Correctional_Facilities.html

Address: P.O. Box 942883, Sacramento, CA 94283


Community Day Programs for People with Disabilities

Provides individual assistance and group activities such as: team sports, social/recreational opportunities, and community integration. Promotes socialization skills, individual safety, self-advocacy, and self reliance skills. Also provides independent living which assist with assisted living and medical appointments.Program Schedule

Who is eligible: Clients of Kern Regional Center.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish, American Sign Language

Contact: Phone: 661-477-9910 | Email: administrator@napd-bak.org | Website: www.napd-bak.org

Address: 3400 North Sillect Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Community Development

Provides assistance with seeking funding and technical assistance for communities developing water and wastewater systems.  

Who is eligible: Low income communities with water and sewer problems.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 559-651-1000 | Email: info@selfhelpenterprises.org | Website: www.selfhelpenterprises.org

Address: 8445 West Elowin Court, Visalia, CA 93291


Community Health Initiative of Kern County

Provides uninsured individuals access to comprehensive health insurance.  

Who is eligible: Open to all; specializes in serving low-income children, adults and seniors

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-632-5018 | Email: ccn@dignityhealth.org | Website: http://www.coveredkerncounty.org/

Address: 2215 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Community Service Organization

Provides treatment for drug addiction or alcoholism, on-site drug testing, and court ordered domestic violence classes. Also uses various treatment methods such as therapy and education for individuals that are rehabilitated.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00am-8:00pm Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-327-9376 | Email: cso@csobhp.com | Website: http://www.csobhp.com/

Address: 1124 Baker Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Community Services Department

Provides information on community services forms, facility rentals, parks and reservations, recreation department, tech center, golf course, graffiti removal and a senior nutrition program for residents of Delano.  

Who is eligible: Open to all Delano residents.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-721-3335 | Email: phewhouse@delano-ca.org | Website: www.cityofdelano.org

Address: 1015 11th Avenue, Delano, CA 93216


Community Support Options

Provides educational programs for developing cognitive learning, independent living, and vocational skills for individuals with mild to moderate range of mental disability.  

Who is eligible: Mentally disabled adults.

Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am-3:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-758-5331 | Email: rsedam@cso-svd.org | Website: http://www.cde.ca.gov/

Address: 1401 Poso Drive, Wasco, CA 93280


CommuteKern

Provides a carpool, vanpool, transit program.   

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-832-7433 | Email: commuter@kerncog.org | Website: www.CommuteKern.org

Address: 1401 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Comprehensive Dentistry & Orthodontics

Program provides a full range of safe and affordable procedures, such as teeth cleanings, orthodontics, implants, and pediatric services.

Who is eligible: Open to those 8 years and older

Fees: Fees vary, Denti-Cal accepted for patients between 8-19 years old, private insurance, Aetna DPPO, Ameritas PPO, Cigna Dental PPO, Delta Dental PPO, Dental PPO, DentalGuard Preferred, MetLife PDP

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9:00am-6:00pm Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-721-3656 | Website: https://delosreyesdmd.com/

Address: 2236 Girard Street, Delano, CA 93215


Comprehensive Mentoring Services

Provides group and individual adult mentoring services, crisis intervention, resource and referral, long-term follow up, and gang prevention program.

Who is eligible: Participants include families transitioning from welfare and child protective services, families and youth impacted by gang violence and abuse, ex-offenders, emancipating/emancipated foster youth, pregnant/parenting youth, and other at-risk individuals.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-633-9133 | Email: kimeee@gardenpathways.org | Website: https://gardenpathways.org/comprehensive-mentoring/

Address: 1616 29th Street , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Comprehensive Perinatal Services Program

  Program offers enhanced prenatal care for woman Medi-Cal eligible. Services include: obstetrics, nutrition, health education, psycho-social, case coordination, vitamin/mineral supplement and up to 60 days post- partum care.  

Who is eligible: Pregnant women enrolled in Medi-Cal.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-321-3000 | Email: publichealth@kerncounty.com | Website: Kernpublichealth.com

Address: 1800 Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Congress Of The United States

Does not provides resources. Congress is responsible for developing, making, and monitoring laws in Kern County.  

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Fees: None.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-864-7736 | Website: https://valadao.house.gov/

Address: 2700 M Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Consulate of Mexico

Provides assistance with passports, consular identification, Dual citizenship registration, visas request for Mexico, Power of Attorney, wills, protection department, legal advisory, and information about deferred action for early arrivals (DACA).To schedule an appointment, visit Mi Consulado

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Matricula Consular: $39 Passports: 3 years - $96 6 Years - $130 6 Years - $198 Individuals 60 and older receive 50% off their passport cost.

Hours: Monday - Friday: 7:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 559-269-3026 | Email: consulado@consulmexfresno.net | Website: consulmex.sre.gob.mx/fresno/

Address: 7435 North Ingram Avenue, Fresno, CA 93711


Consumer Family Learning Center

Provides anonymous support groups, enrichment classes, social activities, arts and crafts, and trips into the community for those who have been affected by mental illness and/or substance abuse. 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday 10:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-868-7550 | Email: mhhelpdesk@kernbhrs.org | Website: https://www.kernbhrs.org/cflc

Address: 2001 28th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Coronado Baptist Church

Offers food assistance once a month.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Every 1st Wednesday of the month from 3:00pm-5:00pm (Closed April 1st, 2026) Every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 10:00am-2:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: 516 Norris Road , Bakersfield, CA 93308


Coroner And Public Administrator

Provides death investigations, body retrieval services, and autopsy services at the request of law enforcement agencies.  

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-0100 | Email: sheriff@kernsheriff.org | Website: https://www.kernsheriff.org/Public_Administrator

Address: 1350 Norris Road, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Cottonwood Terrace

Provides rental units (1 and 2 bedrooms)

Who is eligible: Low income seniors

Fees: Financing Programs Alliant Capital Integrated Community Development

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-833-0112 | Email: lkoester@corpoffices.org | Website: https://kernha.org/affordable-housing/

Address: 1119 Cottonwood Road, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Cottonwood Village

 Provides rental units ( 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms)

Who is eligible: Low to moderate income individuals

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-834-2728 | Email: lkoester@corpoffices.org | Website: https://kernha.org/affordable-housing/

Address: 1331 Cottonwood Road , Bakersfield, CA 93307


Counseling Services

Provides individual and family counseling to those affected by substance abuse. Also provides life skills education including; domestic violence, anger management, parenting skills, stress management and conflict resolution.

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Fees: $25 - $100 depending on income

Hours: Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-489-5952 | Email: info@befinallyfree.org | Website: www.befinallyfree.org

Address: 225 Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Counselor Training Clinic

Provides individual, couple, family and children. Services also include career counseling, coping strategies, couple communications, developmental transitions and issues, life-skills problems, parenting concerns, problems of everyday life, stress management, and vocational decision making. 

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Fees: $25 First Session then $15.00 per session thereafter. No clients will be denied services because of their current inability to pay.

Hours: Clinic is open during the school year. Monday - Thursday evenings and afternoons. Clinic is closed during December and Summer. Staff begin taking appointments in early August.

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-654-3402 | Website: https://www.csub.edu/psychology/uctc.shtml

Address: 9001 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93311-1022


Covenant Community Services

Provides assistance with mentoring, transitional housing, therapeutic behavioral services, and case management for foster youth.  

Who is eligible: Must meet various eligibility requirements.

Fees: $5.00 and Up

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-829-6999 | Email: contact@covenantcs.net | Website: www.covenantcs.net

Address: 1700 North Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Crime Prevention

Provides prevention of crime such as: identity theft, neighborhood watch, violence in the workplace, Anti-Graffitti program,  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am - 3:00pm Emergency Services 24 hours, 7 days per week

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-326-3196 | Email: bpdcommunity@bakersfieldpd.us | Website: www.BakersfieldPD.us

Address: 1601 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Crime Prevention Unit

Available for safety presentations on varied topics, including neighborhood watch, personal safety, domestic violence, teen dating violence, human trafficking, frauds and scams, business watch, and internet safety. They also attend community events such as resource and job fairs.

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-391-7559 | Email: crimeprevention@kernsheriff.org | Website: https://www.kernsheriff.org/Crime_Prevention

Address: 1350 Norris Road, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Crisis Case Management/Outreach

Provides a 24 hour, 7 days a week crisis unit that provides crisis case management, assists mental health clients to find appropriate housing, food referrals, filling out SSI,  SSDI forms,  AFDC appointments, and obtaining medications.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-7150 | Email: aburrows@kernbhrs.org | Website: http://www.kernmentalhealth.org/

Address: 3715 Columbus Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Crisis Services

Assists with crisis calls and provides intervention for those in need of immediate assistance. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: No fee

Hours: 24 hours - 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multilingual , English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-868-6600 | Website: https://www.kernbhrs.org/crisis-services

Address: 2001 28th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Crisis Stabilization Unit

Provides a 24 hour, seven days a week psychiatric crisis intervention, medication evaluation, and linkages to mental health services.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Sunday: Open 24 Hours

Languages offered: TTY for hearing impaired, English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-8000 | Email: bwalker@kernbhrs.org | Website: http://www.kernmentalhealth.org/

Address: 2151 College Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Crown Dental

Provides dental services.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm Saturday: By appointment only

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-827-1100 | Email: thecrowndental@gmail.com | Website: www.thecrowndental.com

Address: 6300 White Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Crown Dental - Niles Point

Provides dental services to individuals of all ages.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-6:00pm Saturday: By Appointment Only

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-863-0609 | Email: thecrowndental@gmail.com | Website: http://www.thecrowndental.com/

Address: 2217 Niles Point, Bakersfield, CA 93306


CSF Medical Non-Profit Foundation

Provides partial or full funding for medical and surgical services to individuals who do not qualify for or cannot afford health insurance.

Who is eligible: - Uninsured
- Previous diagnosis
- Low income
- Income must be verifiable

Fees: Economic assistance for surgical services with an approved application.

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 9:00am-5:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish, French

Contact: Phone: 661-404-4748 | Email: info@csffoundation.org | Website: www.csffoundation.org

Address: 2021 22nd Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


CSUB

Hours: Distribution: 3rd Monday 10am-12pm

Contact:

Address: 9001 Stockdale Hwy, , CA 93311


Darkness to Light

Provides awareness and prevents childhood sexual abuse. Provides products and training material, fundraising and awareness events. Also provides a sexual abuse resource helpline for individuals seeking information in their area. 

Who is eligible: Individuals seeking information about sexual abuse.

Hours: Remote Office hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm Helpline available: 24/7

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 866-367-5444 | Email: Stewards@D2L.org | Website: https://www.d2l.org

Address: 4900 O’Hear Avenue Suite 205, North Charleston, SC 29405


David Bruce

Provides a food distribution.New Hope Temple

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Distribution: 3rd Tues. 9:30am-11:30am 4th Tues. 9:30am-11:30am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 308 Harrison St, Taft, CA 93268


David Head Center

Provides a wide range of recreational services for youth and adults. Facilities include community center, pools, parks and picnic areas.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: Fees vary

Hours: Hours vary per activity

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-845-0757 | Email: bearmtnpr@sbcglobal.net | Website: www.bearmtnprk.com

Address: 10300 San Diego Street, Lamont, CA 93241


Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services

Provides communication assistance, peer counseling, advocacy, independent living skills, employment assistance, and outreach.

Who is eligible: Individuals with hearing impairments.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, American Sign Language

Contact: Phone: 661-369-8858 | Email: rabueg@gladinc.org | Website: www.bglad.org

Address: 1523 10th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Delano Adult Behavioral Health Services

Provides psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and comprehensive case management services. Also treats those who suffer from acute or severe behavioral health issues. Also provides substance treatment Centers

Who is eligible: Open to All

Hours: Substance Abuse Services Monday - Friday: 8:00am-7:00pm Mental Health Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-725-2788 | Email: info@clinicasierravista.org | Website: https://www.clinicasierravista.org/locations/delano-adult-behavioral-health-center/

Address: 355 Dover Parkway, Delano, CA 93215


Delano Ambulance Service

Provides emergency and non-emergency medical transportation to those in need.

Who is eligible: Individuals in need of medical transportation.

Hours: 24-hour service.

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-725-3374 | Website: https://www.countyoffice.org/delano-ambulance-service-delano-ca-62d/

Address: 403 Main Street, Delano, CA 93215


Delano Animal Shelter

Provides assistance with animal shelter, adoption and rescue services, and animal complaints.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 7:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-720-2244 | Email: esalim@cityofdelano.org | Website: https://www.cityofdelano.org/232/Animal-Control

Address: 1525 Mettler Avenue , Delano, CA 93215


Delano Association for the Developmentally Disabled

Provides assistance with life skills, vocational training, adult education, social recreation, and adult development services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

Who is eligible: Individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-721-3220 | Email: dadd33@hotmail.com | Website: http://delanochamberofcommerce.org/delano-association-for-the-developmentally-disabled-dadd/l

Address: 612 Main Street, Delano, CA 93215


Delano Branch Library

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Wednesday - Friday: 11:00am – 6:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-725-1078 | Email: info@kerncountylibrary.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 925 10th Avenue, Delano, CA 93215


Delano College Campus

Provides a variety of academic programs in higher education: vocational training, academic transfer,and a wide range of services

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-720-2000 | Email: BCRuralInitiatives@bakersfieldcollege.edu | Website: www.bakersfieldcollege.edu/delano

Address: 1450 Timmons Avenue, Delano, CA 93215


Delano Community Connection Center

Provides food referral programs, expecting mothers can receive assistance with Utility assistance, case management, car seats (children 0-5), parenting classes, home visitation, referral services, clothing, student readiness initiative classes, and assistance with health insurance applications. HEAP (Home energy assistance) Assist with paying Electricity bill PG&E, SCE, and propane Call 2-1-1 for appointmentsUnited Way: Will pay up to $200 on a SCE (Southern California Edison) Bill; Once a year. Call 661-721-7036 to applySchool Reediness Program: Now accepting applications for the Home-Based Program, kids must be between the ages of 3-5.Call Araceli to 661-721-7036 to complete intakeEDD Office hours: Tuesdays from 9:00am-12:00pm Baby Car Seats: To see if a client is eligible for a free car seatCall 661-721-7036Food Resources in Delano Life House: 1725 11th Ave.1st Friday of each month at 9:00amGuadalupe Church Food Pantry: 1015 Clinton St. 2nd Monday of the month at 9:00am CFF Heritage Park: 330 S. Lexington St.2nd Tuesday from 2:00-5:00pm

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-721-7036 | Email: lhinojos@duesd.org | Website: www.duesd.org

Address: 1842 Norwalk Street, Delano, CA 93215


Delano Community Health Center

Provides comprehensive primary and preventive health care services.  

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Hours: Monday-Saturday 8:30am-5:30pm Saturday hours only for the 2nd and 4th of the month

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 833-678-2781 | Website: www.clinicasierravista.org

Address: 1508 Garces Highway, Delano, CA 93215


Delano Family Dentistry

Provides general dentistry.  

Who is eligible: 5 years and older

Hours: Monday - Wednesday 8:00am-5:00pm Thursday 9:00am- 7:00pm Friday 8:00am- 9:00pm Emergency Services available 24/7 including Saturday and Sunday

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-721-1670 | Email: delanodentist4you@gmail.com | Website: https://www.mydelanodentist.com/

Address: 2232 Girard Street, Delano, CA 93215


Delano Life House

Provides a drive-thru food distribution site.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Distribution: Every Friday 9am-11am

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 1737 11th Street, Delano, CA 93215


Delano Memorial Park

Provides a food distribution site.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Every 4th Thursday of the month from 10:00am - 2:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 100 South Lexington Street, Delano, CA 93215


Delano Police Department

Provides law enforcement services to the general public in the city of Delano, services include: emergency response, calls for service, criminal investigation, traffic enforcement, crime prevention, narcotics enforcement, school resource officers, dare, and gang suppression.    

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-721-3377 | Email: esalim@cityofdelano.org | Website: www.cityofdelano.org

Address: 2330 High Street, Delano, CA 93215


Delano Transportation Services Department

Provides door to door service to seniors and persons with disabilities within the city limits of Delano and the surrounding unincorporated areas of Kern County.

Who is eligible: Seniors, disabled adults

Hours: Office hours Monday-Friday: 7:00am-5:00pm Saturday 8:30am-4:00pm Closed on Sunday and Holidays

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-721-3333 | Website: www.cityofdelano.org

Address: 1120 Glenwood Street, Delano, CA 93215


Delano Union School District

Provides information about schools in Delano and developmental screening.

Who is eligible: Children K-12th grade. Developmental screening for children 0-5.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-721-5000 | Email: webmaster@duesd.org | Website: www.duesd.org/

Address: 1405 12th Avenue, Delano, CA 93215


Delgado's Dental Office

Provides primary dental care.

Who is eligible: Low income

Hours: Monday-Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-327-2155 | Website: https://www.wellness.com/dir/1462905/dentist/ca/bakersfield/dr-delgados-dental-office#referrer

Address: 116 H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Department of Children and Family Services

Provides a 24 hour hotline to report child abuse in the Los Angeles County.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-lingual telephone service

Contact: Phone: 800-540-4000 | Website: https://dcfs.lacounty.gov/

Address: 425 Shatto Place, Los Angeles, CA 90020


Department Of Fair Housing And Employment

Offers enforcement of comprehensive employment, housing, public accommodations and public service non-discrimination laws, as well as the State's bias-related hate violence law.  

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: There is a fee of 10 cents per page for hard copies of public records plus the costs of mailing them There may be a fee of $24 per hour if your request requires the Department to compile records or extract information from an electronic record or undertake programming to satisfy your request

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: Multi-lingual telephone service

Contact: Phone: 800-884-1684 | Email: contact.center@dfeh.ca.gov | Website: https://www.dfeh.ca.gov/locations/bakersfield/

Address: 4800 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Department Of Motor Vehicles, Southwest

Provides services such as: California Drivers License renewals, California identification cards, payment of registration fees, and driving exams.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: License: Class C •Original-$36 •Driving (behind-the-wheel) retest-$7 •Duplicate & Name change-$28 Regular ID card:$31 Senior Citizen (age 62 or older) ID card-No Fee Reduced-fee ID card-$9 Class M1/M2-$36 Noncommercial Class A or B-$36 Commercial Class A or B-$78 Commercial Class C-$46

Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Wednesday:9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 800-777-0133 | Website: www.dmv.ca.gov

Address: 7000 Schirra Court, Bakersfield, CA 93313


Department of Public Health - Bakersfield

Provides outpatient health services, immunization programs, AIDS services, family planning assistance, control and containment of communicable diseases, information and referrals for public health and public assistance programs, studies and interprets epidemiology and manages data.  

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Fees vary

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm Appointments are recommended

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-321-3000 | Email: publichealth@kerncounty.com | Website: Kernpublichealth.com

Address: 1800 Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Department of Public Health - Delano

Provides outpatient health services, immunization programs, family planning assistance, control and containment of communicable diseases, information and referrals for public health and public assistance programs, studies and interprets epidemiology and manages data.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Fees vary, Sliding scale, Accepts Medi-Cal, Accepts most insurance

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Appointments are recommended

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-321-3000 | Email: publichealth@kerncounty.com | Website: Kernpublichealth.com

Address: 455 Lexington Street, Delano, CA 93215


Department of Public Health - Ridgecrest

Provides outpatient health services, immunization programs, family planning assistance, control and containment of communicable diseases, information and referrals for public health and public assistance programs, studies and interprets epidemiology and manages data.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: 4th Tuesday of each month 10:30am – 12:00pm & 1:00pm – 2:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-321-3000 | Email: EH@kerncounty.com | Website: https://kernpublichealth.com/clinic-locations-and-services/

Address: 400 North China Lake Boulevard, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Descanso Place

Provides housing  (3 and 4 bedroom)

Who is eligible: Low to moderate income individuals

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-633-2198 | Website: https://kernha.org/affordable-housing/

Address: 850 Descanso Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Devil Pups Youth Program for America

Youth leadership development summer program where leadership and physical fitnesses are emphasized. Provides a 10-day encampment at USMC Camp Pendleton under leadership of Marine instructors. Eligible individuals must be youth between the ages of 14 and 17. Youth devote time training with program instructors on fitness, leadership and teamwork in the summer prior to the 10-day summer encampment at USMC Camp Pendleton. At encampment, youth will participate in physical conditioning exercises, first aid instruction, supervised swimming exercise, leadership classes, organized recreation, and a bivouac (camping out). 

Who is eligible: Healthy boy or girl between the ages of 14 and 17, minor must not be in the juvenile justice system

Hours: Operates seasonally in July and August

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 760-300-3532 | Email: info@devilpups.com | Website: www.devilpups.com


Di Giorgio Road Apartments

Provides apartments (1,2, and 3 bedrooms)

Who is eligible: Low income households.

Hours: Monday-Saturday: 8:00am-5:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-325-0919 | Email: lkoester@corpoffices.org | Website: https://kernha.org/affordable-housing/

Address: 7000 Di Giorgio Road , Lamont, CA 93241


Dial-a-Ride

Dial-A-Ride is a reservation-based, curb to curb service available in several communities within Kern County. Dial-A-Ride services are available to all riders within its designated service area. Dial-A-Ride is not available outside of the community it is assigned to. 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Days and times of operation vary per route. Dispach Office for scheduling: Monday-Saturday: 4:00am-10:30pm

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-862-5032 | Email: info@kerntransit.org | Website: https://kerntransit.org/

Address: 2700 M Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Dial-A-Ride, City of Arvin

Provides curb-to-curb transportation services with local and inter-city routes.A service that picks up seniors (age 60 and older) and Americans with Disabilities Act. Drives them to the location of their choice, picks them up at the location when the patron is finished with their errand, and drive them back to their point of departure.Reservation Based service

Who is eligible: Seniors 60 and older

Fees: Seniors: (60 & above) $1.00 ADA Certified: $1.00 ADA Attendant: FREE Children under 5: (with fare paying adult) FREE Exact fare only. Drivers do not make change.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-3:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-854-3139 | Email: mwilliams@arvin.org | Website: www.arvin.org

Address: 165 Plumtree Drive, Arvin, CA 93203


Dial-A-Ride, City of California City

Provides curb-to-curb transportation services with local and inter-city routes.

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Fees: Adults 17 and older one way trip $1.70 and Seniors, Disabled, Youth 16 and younger $1.00

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 760-373-8665 | Email: mayor@californiacity.gov | Website: https://www.californiacity-ca.gov/CC/index.php/transportation

Address: 7800 Moss Street, California City, CA 93505


Dial-A-Ride, City of McFarland

Provides curb-to-curb transportation services with local and inter-city routes.

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Fees: Fee:General-$3.00 Reduced-$1.50

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:15pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-792-3091 | Website: http://www.mcfarlandcity.org/269/Transportation

Address: 401 West Kern Avenue, Mcfarland, CA 93250


Dial-A-Ride, City of Ridgecrest

Provides curb-to-curb transportation services with local and inter-city routes.  

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Fees: General Reduced Fare General-$3.00 Reduced-$1.50

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 760-499-5040 | Email: sshaver@ridgecrest-crest-ca.gov | Website: https://www.ridgecrest-ca.gov/197/Transit-Division

Address: 100 West California Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Dial-A-Ride, City of Taft

Provides curb-to-curb transportation services with local and inter-city routes.  

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Fees: General-$2.50 and Senior/ADA/Youth-$1.75

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:15am-5:30pm Saturday 10:15am-2:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-763-3822 | Email: tazbill@cityoftaft.org | Website: https://www.cityoftaft.org/pview.aspx?id=5385&catid=563

Address: 333 Commerce Way , Taft, CA 93268


Dignity Health

Provides a food pantry.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Distribution: Monday-Friday from 8:00am-11:00am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: ccn@dignityhealth.org | Website: https://www.dignityhealth.org/central-california/locations/mercy-bakersfield/about-us/community-programs/learning-and-outreach-center

Address: 631 E California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Disaster CalFresh Food benefit

People who either lived or worked in 58 Los Angeles zip codes affected by recent wildfires may qualify for Disaster CalFresh food benefits. People who lived or worked in these zip codes and are not currently on CalFresh may be eligible. You do not need a social security number to be eligible, but you do have to meet these income guidelines, which take into account disaster-related expenses. Applications are open from February 10-14 and February 18-19 2025, through phone or in-person at designated sites. People who relocated outside of LA County due to the fires can apply by phone or at the CalFresh office in their current county. EATON: 91104, 91206, 91103, 91010, 91001, 91214, 91101, 91107, 91006, 91208, 91020, 91105, 91011, 91007, 91042, and 91106  HUGHES: 91334, 91350, 91355, 91384, 91390, 93532, and 93536HURST: 91342, 91344, 91321, 91326, 91381, and 91311PALISADES: 90049, 90272, 90402, 90073, 90077, 90095, 90401, 90403, 90404, 91316, 91356, 91367, 91403, 91436, and 91340

Who is eligible: - People who lived or worked in impacted zip codes

Fees: Free, must meet income guidelines

Hours: Monday- Friday 7:30am- 4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-631-6000 | Email: becky@cafoodbanks.org | Website: https://www.cafoodbanks.org/

Address: 100 East California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Disaster Relief Services- American Red Cross Kern Chapter

Provides support to shelters assisting victims of declared state-wide disasters, floods, earthquakes and fires. The first 72 hours of disaster assistance may include: clothing, food and temporary housing. Disaster volunteer training and recruitment also available.  

Who is eligible: Victims of declared state-wide disaster, fire, or earthquake.

Hours: Monday - Friday: 10:00am-2:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: GovtRelations@redcross.org | Website: www.kernredcross.org

Address: 5035 Gilmore Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Discovery Church 2020

Provides a food distribution site.

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Distribution; 4th Saturday of every month 9am-11am Another Contact: Clarence

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 7103 White Ln., Bakersfield, CA 93309


Discovery Shop, American Cancer Society, Bakersfield Unit

Provides support to the American Cancer Society through the sale of high quality, gently used, donated merchandise, as well as provides an opportunity for individuals to donate their gently used clothing, shoes, jewelry, houseware, and furniture which are tax-deductible.*Does not donate merchandise, but instead receives donations and sells these donated items.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm Sunday 12:00pm-4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-324-1359 | Website: www.cancer.org

Address: 5420 California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309


DNA Paternity Testing

Provides DNA paternity test results that can be used as a legal document, home DNA test and prenatal paternity test for individuals seeking paternity of a child.

Who is eligible: Open to individual seeking paternity test.

Fees: Vary, call for promotion prices, payment plan offered.

Hours: Paternity tests are available by appointment only.

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 1-513-881-7800 | Email: contact@dnacenter.com | Website: www.dnacenter.com


Dolores Huerta Foundation

Programs include Civic engagement, Education Equity, Grassroots Organizing, Youth Programs, Resource Centers and Health and Safety. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: No fee

Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English and Spanish, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-322-3033 | Email: cchavez@doloreshuerta.org | Website: www.doloreshuerta.org

Address: 1527 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Domestic Violence Reduction Project

Provides assistance with legal procedures such as temporary restraining orders, stay away orders, child custody and visitation issues directly related to domestic violence. Also provides case management for the victims and can assist with obtaining emergency shelter, housing, public benefits, counseling related the domestic violence.Also assists VAWA eligible immigrants who are survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and sexual assault. Services include assistance with VAWA and U-Visa petitions, petitions to adjust Lawful Permanent Resident status, and advocacy with law enforcement agencies. 

Who is eligible: Victims of domestic violence.

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:30am-12 :00pm and 1:00pm-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-325-5943 | Email: gbla@lighspeed.net | Website: www.gbla.org

Address: 615 California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Down Payment Assistance Program

Provides down payment assistance to those that are purchasing a home through the CalHome Program.

Who is eligible: Low-income home buyers

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-326-3765 | Email: edcd@bakersfieldcity.us | Website: www.bakersfieldcity.us

Address: 1600 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Downtown Business Association

Provides promotion assistance to downtown businesses.

Who is eligible: Business owners in downtown Bakersfield.

Fees: Fees vary

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-325-5892 | Email: dbassociation@gmail.com | Website: http://bakersfielddba.com/

Address: 1675 Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Downtown Education Center

Provides a preschool offering early literacy curriculum, arts education, partnership with families, character education, healthy meals, and ongoing professional assessment.

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 6 years old.

Fees: Private-Pay Families and Community Connection for Child Care

Hours: Monday-Friday: 6:30am-6:00pm

Languages offered: English and Spanish, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-633-2302 | Website: https://gardenpathways.org/downtown-education-center/

Address: 1130 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center

Provides swimming lessons, recreational swimming, meeting rooms, kitchen, picnic areas, and a gymnasium which is available for public rental.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Swim Fee: $1.00 per person, fees vary per activities and rentals depending on residency status.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Call for swimming days and hours

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-322-9874 | Website: www.bakersfieldcity.us

Address: 1000 South Owens Street, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Dream Center

The Dream Center is Kern County's only one-stop resource center for current and former foster youth. Services:CounselingAssistance with accessing housing, transportation, food, medical care, and hygiene itemsAssistance with accessing and completing educational and/or vocational programsAssistance with building important life skillsAssistance with applying for and accessing CalFresh & Medi Cal benefitsAssistance with obtaining employment (e.g. job search, help creating a resume, clothes for interviews)Medical servicesAssistance with self-advocacyTutoringResource information and referral Shower and laundry facilities for homeless youthSocial events that help youth develop social connectionsSupport and advocay

Who is eligible: Current foster youth, AB 12 youth and emancipated youth up to the age of 25.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-636-4488 | Email: magomez@kern.org | Website: https://kern.org/kern-county-network-children/dream-center/

Address: 1801 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Drug Court Program

Provides services to support the defendant's recovery needs. Services include; judicial, supervision, court recommendations, assessments, rehabilitation, monitoring, mandatory drug testing, support groups, and treatment.

Who is eligible: Individuals facing drug charges.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-868-6100 | Email: mhhelpdesk@kernbhrs.org | Website: https://www.kernbhrs.org/

Address: 1401 L Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Drug Enforcement Unit

Provides an online narcotics tip form and a 24 hour anonymous tip line for reporting drug activity.Visit https://www.bakersfieldcity.us/322/Narcotics-Clue to complete form. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: 24 hours 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-lingual telephone service, English

Contact: | Email: bpdcommunity@bakersfieldpd.us | Website: https://www.bakersfieldcity.us/322/Narcotics-Clue

Address: 1601 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


DSL Extreme

Provides a discounted internet service.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Monthly plans vary

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 866-243-8638 | Website: www.dslextreme.com

Address: 9221 Corbin Avenue, Northridge, CA 91324


Early Childhood Services, Desert Area Resources And Training

Provides age appropriate curriculum in the cognitive, physical, social/emotional and language areas. Also provides nutritional snacks, resources for parents, a monthly newsletter and quarterly, and annual parent conferences.

Who is eligible: Children ages two through five with special needs and referred through Kern Regional Center

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 760-375-1943 | Email: dart@dartontarget.org | Website: www.dartontarget.org

Address: 201 East Ridgecrest Boulevard, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Early Head Start, Cleo Foran

Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.Early Head Start program- Available for children under 3 years old

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-336-5272 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 1410 11th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Early Head Start, San Diego

Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.Early Head Start program- Available for children under 3 years old

Who is eligible: Children 0-5 years of age.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-845-6833 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 10300 1/2 San Diego Street, Lamont, CA 93241


Early Head Start, Shafter

Provides a variety of educational activities, access to free medical and dental care, healthy meals and snacks, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children with disabilities. Most children in Head Start are between the ages of three and five years old. Services are also available to infants and toddlers at selected sites and in the Home-based option. 

Who is eligible: Children ages 0-5

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-5:00pm

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-746-8240 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 455 East Euclid Avenue, Shafter, CA 93263


Early Head Start, Shafter EHS

Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.Early Head Start program- Available for children under 3 years old

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-746-8240 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.com

Address: 459 East Euclid Avenue, Shafter, CA 93263


Early Intervention Program

Provides social skills classes, therapy sessions, and outpatient mental health services.

Who is eligible: Children ages 0-5

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 7:30am-7:00pm Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-322-1021 | Email: LHoyle@hwmcgc.org | Website: www.hwmcgc.org

Address: 3628 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Early Start Family Resource Center

Provides supportive services which include education, parent to parent support groups, information and referral, children playgroups and trainings to families with children who are at risk for or experiencing delays or disabilities.

Who is eligible: Children ages 0-3 diagnosed or at risk of a developmental disability.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-873-4973 | Email: info@kernefc.org | Website: www.kernefc.org

Address: 3121 North Sillect Avenue Suite 303, Bakersfield, CA 93308


EarthLink

Provides low cost internet service.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Offers vary by speed

Hours: 24 hours/ day, 7 days/ week Monday-Friday: 9:00am-6:00pm (Eastern Time)

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 866-852-2931 | Website: www.earthlink.net

Address: 980 Hammond Drive NE, Atlanta, GA 30328


East Bakersfield Community Health Center

 Provides primary medical, dental, and behavioral healthcare services.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Saturday: 8:00am-7:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 833-678-2781 | Website: www.clinicasierravista.org

Address: 815 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard, Bakersfield, CA 93307


East Bakersfield Community/Family Resource Center

Provides the ESL (English as a Second Language) program for parents while children attend preschool classes, health classes for parents, and a wellness clinic for children. 

Who is eligible: Children 0-5 and their families within the Bakersfield City School District Area

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm The General Collaborative meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month. The Board meetings are held the third Wednesday of each month

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-325-3730 | Website: www.bgclubsofkerncounty.org

Address: 801 Niles Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


East Bakersfield Dental Center

Provides comprehensive dental services.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Saturday: 8:00am-7:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 833-678-2781 | Email: villanuevaa@clinicasierravista.org | Website: https://www.clinicasierravista.org/programs-services/affordable-dental-care-services/

Address: 1125 East California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


East Kern Family Resource Center

Case Management Services: Provides direct family support services through case management, parenting classes (including court-mandated), referrals, and promotes parent's knowledge of developmental milestones and norms. Provides early learning through home-based and kindergarten summer bridge transition activities.Summer Bridge Program is offered in June and July to children who will be entering Transitional Kindergarten (TK) or Kindergarten in the upcoming school year who have not had any classroom experience. The focus is to prepare children for a successful entry into the classroom.First 5 of Kern In-home and center base education and support programReferrals: Helps individuals and families access other services offered through county and community programs and provides access to food and clothing assistance.Utility Assistance: Access to Heap applications and technicians for Mojave residents.Emergency Closet: Food pantry and hygienic necessities.Monthly Diaper Supply: Access to free monthly diaper supply. To qualify bring one of the following: WIC benefits, Calfresh/EBT benefits, proof of income.

Who is eligible: Members of the East Kern community

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm Closed for lunch 12:00pm-1:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-824-4118 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: https://www.capk.org/programs/east-kern-family-resource-center/

Address: 15662 K Street, Mojave, CA 93501


East Niles Community Center

Provides comprehensive, primary and preventive health care services. Program services include health education, behavioral health, social support programs, medical and dental services in various facilities throughout the county.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-7:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 833-678-2781 | Website: www.clinicasierravista.org

Address: 7800 Niles Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306


East Niles Senior Center

A senior site, daily meals, social activities, and information clearinghouse services. 

Who is eligible: Senior citizen 60 years and older.

Fees: Donations accepted $10 yearly due if wanting to become voting member

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am - 2:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-363-8910

Address: 6601 East Niles Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Easter Events 2026

Kern County family-friendly Spring & Easter events near you! Bring the whole family for a joyous day filled with egg hunts, and family-fun activities.March 20, 2026 from 5:00pm-6:30pm (Ridgecrest)Easter Egg Hunt & Movie in the Park-RidgecrestFreedom Park100 W. California Ave. Ridgecrest, CA 93555Easter egg hunt & activities, Movie in the Park: Zootopia 2March 21, 2026 from 9:00am-1:00pm (Shafter)Shafter's EggstravaganzaShafter Recreation and Park District (Behind Main Office)700 East Tulare St. Shater, CA 93263Food trucks, bounce houses, obstacle courses, petting zoo, Easter bunny and egg huntMarch 21, 2026 from 10:00am-3:00pmCherry Acres Spring Festival4011 Wegis Ave. Bakersfield, CA 93314Food trucks, games, face painting, animal feedings, slingshot range, easter bunny photo-ops March 27, 2026 from 2:00pm-4:00pmMLK Eggstravaganza1000 South Owens St. Bakersfield, CA 93307Easter Bunny, games, prizes, and resources for the whole familyMarch 28, 2026 from 10:00am-12:00pm (Wasco)Wasco's "Spring It On" Community Event1702 Poso Drive Wasco, CA 93280Face painting, meet and greet with easter bunny, egg hunt by ages 1-12 years oldEgg Hunt Times by Age:Ages 1–3 → 10:00 AMAges 4–6 → 10:30 AMAges 7–9 → 11:00 AMAges 10–12 → 11:30 AM​April 04, 2026 from 9:00am-11:00am Egg Hunt at MB21251 Oak Street Bakersfield, CA 9330410,000+ Egg hunt and prizes​April 04, 2026 from 1:00am-5:00pm (California City)Happy Easter Bash by Waste ManagementStrata Center Gymnasium Central Park10350 Heather Ave. California City, CA 93505Easter egg hunt, free baskets, Music by DJ Bear, Resource fair and more(Child MUST be present to get a basket)

Hours: March 20, 2026 from 5:00pm-6:30pm (Ridgecrest) 100 W. California Ave. Ridgecrest, CA 93555 March 21, 2026 from 9:00am-1:00pm (Shafter) 700 East Tulare St. Shater, CA 93263 March 21, 2026 from 10:00am-3:00pm 4011 Wegis Ave. Bakersfield, CA 93314 March 27, 2026 from 2:00pm-4:00pm 1000 South Owens St. Bakersfield, CA 93307 March 28, 2026 from 10:00am-12:00pm (Wasco) 1702 Poso Drive Wasco, CA 93280 ​ April 04, 2026 from 9:00am-11:00am 1251 Oak Street Bakersfield, CA 93304 April 04, 2026 from 1:00am-5:00pm (California City) 10350 Heather Ave. California City, CA 93505

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Ebony Counseling Center

Provides counseling services for substance use disorders.

Who is eligible: Individuals ages 13 and older

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-7:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-324-4756 | Email: ealade@ebonycc.com | Website: https://www.clinicasierravista.org/programs-services/affordable-behavioral-health-services-for-childr/substance-use-disorders/

Address: 3117 Wilson Road, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Edison Preschool

Program provides child care for children ages 2-5.

Who is eligible: Families seeking child care for children ages 2-5

Fees: Free

Hours: Monday-Friday: 6:30am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-366-4068 | Email: edisonhelp@edison.k12.ca.us | Website: https://www.edison.k12.ca.us/apps/pages/Preschool

Address: 1036 Vineland Road, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Edison Village

Program offers rental units (3 bedrooms)

Who is eligible: Low income families

Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm Wednesday: 1:00pm-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-633-2198 | Website: https://kernha.org/affordable-housing/

Address: 2903 Pioneer Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Elections - County of Kern

Provides assistance with candidate filings, registering to vote, mail voting, and changing voting address.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: Multi-lingual , English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-3590 | Email: Elections@KernCounty.com | Website: elections.co.kern.ca.us

Address: 1115 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Employment Development Department

America's Job Center staff do not handle Unemployment claims, individuals must call the Unemployment claim line 1-800-300-5616 for assistance. America's Job Center provides access to computers only to apply for UI by appointment only. Offers two distinct programs for the unemployed: Unemployment insurance provides weekly unemployment insurance payments for workers who lose their jobs through no fault of their own and can pass a minimum earnings test. Eligibility for benefits requires that the claimant be able to work, be seeking work, and be willing to accept a suitable job.Cal Job Service is a job match system, that provides an instant link between employers and job seekers anywhere in California. 

Who is eligible: Person who have become unemployed

Hours: Call for assistance

Languages offered: Multi-lingual , English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-325-4473 | Website: www.edd.ca.gov

Address: 1600 East Belle Terrace, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Energy Management Assistance Program

Program assists income qualified households to conserve energy and reduce their electricity costs, by purchasing and installing energy efficient appliances and equipment.  

Who is eligible: Low income, Southern California Edison customer, home owners, renters

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 800-736-4777 | Email: Info@Maravilla.org | Website: www.maravilla.org

Address: 4717 District Boulevard, Bakersfield, CA 93313


Energy Savings Assistance Program

Assist with replacing appliances, weatherstripping, attic insulation, and other weatherization needs.

Who is eligible: Must be income eligible.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 800-743-5000 | Website: www.pge.com

Address: 1918 H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Environmental Health Services Department

Provides assistance with environmental issues and permits needed within Kern County for food, land development, water, housing and solid waste. Also provides temporary assistance with no-cost water tank installation and water delivery to qualified Kern County residents that have dry wells.  

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-862-8740 | Email: publichealth@kerncounty.com | Website: Kernpublichealth.com

Address: 2700 M Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Epilepsy Society Of Kern County

Provides employment assistance, financial assistance to purchase medication, emergency transportation, school and community presentations to promote awareness of epilepsy, counseling and supports groups.  

Who is eligible: Individuals with epilepsy

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-634-9810 | Email: eskco2@aol.com | Website: www.epilepsysocietyofkern.org

Address: 5117 Office Park Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312


Equipment for Life Program

This program supplies seniors with free loanable durable medical equipment that they can borrow for FREE. The items are donated, sanitized, and repaired to meet the needs of our clients. Equipment includes canes, wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, rollators, knee scooters, shower benches, shower chairs and more—providing mobility and independence to those who need it most!

Who is eligible: -Must be 55+ years old and reside in Bakersfield or Kern County. -Must have a medical need for durable medical equipment.

Fees: Free

Hours: Monday- Thursday 9:00am- 5:30pm This program supplies seniors with free loanable durable medical equipment that they can borrow for FREE.

Languages offered: Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-412-9730 Ext. 120 | Email: foundation@purposedrivenhh.com | Website: www.purposedrivenhh.com

Address: 11901 Bolthouse Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311


Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Provides nutrition and money management classes, and workshops.

Who is eligible: Low income

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-868-6200 | Email: cekern@ucdavis.com | Website: cekern.ucanr.edu

Address: 1031 South Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Fair Housing Law Project

Provides fair housing education, investigation, advocates, and enforces services for Kern County residents, who believe they have been victims of illegal housing discrimination. Program can also represent victims in administrative agency complaints or lawsuits. May assist clients to obtain or maintain housing if they are denied of housing opportunity in violation of fair housing laws. Also provides eviction defense.Landlord Tenant Assistance-Kern County Superior courtIf you are a Tenant, please call (661) 610-6299 If you are a Landlord, please call (661) 610-6299Kern court

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No legal or other fees are assessed to the client. Attorney's fees and costs may be paid by the opposing party.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-334-4679 | Email: fairhousing@glba.org | Website: https://www.gbla.org/services/fair-housing-law-project/

Address: 615 California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Fair Housing Program

Provides community education of Fair Housing issues for providers and consumers, investigation of discrimination complaints, investigation of discriminatory advertising practices. Also provides a hotline. 

Who is eligible: Must suspect discrimination, must be a provider or consumer of housing to receive education services.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-862-5038 | Website: https://kernplanning.com/community-development-2-2/fair-housing-counseling/

Address: 2700 M Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Family Health Center

Provides gynecological, general medical, obstetrics, and pediatric care including immunizations, health and wellness check-ups, physicals, Behavioral Health, dental Care, and Lab Services.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm Closed for lunch: 12:30-1:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 833-678-2781 | Website: https://clinicasierravista.org

Address: 1611 1st Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Family Life Pregnancy Center of Tehachapi

Provides free and confidential pregnancy services. Services include adoption agency information and referrals, maternity and infant supplies, medical referrals, post-abortion support, pregnancy options information, pregnancy tests, STD/STI information, support for men, and miscarriage and early infant loss grief counseling. 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday- Thursday: 10:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-823-8255 | Email: admin@familylifepc.org | Website: www.familylifepc.org

Address: 103 East D Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561


Family Life Worship Center

Provides a food pantry.

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Fees: No fee

Hours: Every 3rd Saturday of the month from 1:00pm-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 501 West Perkins Avenue, Mc Farland, CA 93250


Family Planning Associates Women's Health

Provides women's health care services including well woman exams, pregnancy testing, birth control, morning after pill, abortion services, and family planning services. 

Who is eligible: Women

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-633-5266 | Email: info@fpawomenshealth.com | Website: https://www.fpawomenshealth.com/

Address: 2500 H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Farm Labor Housing - Casas del Valle

Provides low income housing for qualified farm labor families.

Who is eligible: Farm labor families

Fees: Fees Vary

Hours: Tuesday and Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-721-8865 | Email: rherrera@kernha.org | Website: https://kernha.org/

Address: 312 South Austin Street , Delano, CA 93215


Farm Labor Housing - Greenfield Homes

Provides low income housing for qualified farm labor families.

Who is eligible: Farm labor families

Fees: Fees Vary

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-396-8156 | Email: jmanongdo@kernha.org | Website: https://kernha.org/

Address: 403 Boomerang Drive , Bakersfield, CA 93307


Farm Labor Housing - Grove Apartments

Provides low income housing for qualified farm labor families.

Who is eligible: Farm labor families

Fees: Fees Vary

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-846-2117 | Email: cmayorga@kernha.org | Website: https://kernha.org/

Address: 400 Grove Street , Arvin, CA 93203


Farm Labor Housing - H.R. Olson

Provides low income housing for qualified farm labor families.

Who is eligible: Farm Labor workers

Fees: Fees Vary

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-845-3591 | Email: hkimmel@kernha.org | Website: https://kernha.org/

Address: 7823 Emperor Avenue, Lamont, CA 93241


Farm Labor Housing - Internation Village

Provides low income housing for qualified farm labor families.

Who is eligible: Farm labor families

Fees: Fees Vary

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-725-6369 | Email: hkimmel@kernha.org | Website: https://kernha.org/

Address: 1910 Garces Highway, Delano, CA 93215


Farm Labor Housing - Ruben Blunt

Provides low income housing for qualified farm labor families.

Who is eligible: Farm labor families

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-845-7136 | Email: cmayorga@kernha.org | Website: www.kernha.org

Address: 8505 Sunset Boulevard, Arvin, CA 93307


Farm Labor Housing - Shafter

Provides low income housing for qualified farm labor families.

Who is eligible: Farm labor workers

Fees: Fees Vary

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-746-2583 | Email: mcorpuz@kernha.org | Website: https://kernha.org/

Address: 300 Terra Vista, Shafter, CA 93263


Farm Labor Housing - Sun Garden

Provides low income housing for qualified farm labor families.

Who is eligible: Farm laborers

Fees: Fees Vary

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-854-2389 | Email: hkimmel@kernha.org | Website: https://kernha.org/

Address: 701 Meyer Street, Arvin, CA 93203


Farmworker Institute of Education and Leadership Development

Provides basic educational services, graduation requirement programs, ESL Program (English as a Second Language), industrial services work experience and training, on the job and classroom training in energy conservation, and outreach, recruitment and assessment.

Who is eligible: Immigrants, farm workers, & low-skilled workers in rural communities 

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 877-877-1112 | Email: mail@fieldinstitute.org | Website: http://www.farmworkerinstitute.org

Address: 2240 South Union Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Farro Church

Provides a food distribution once a month.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Every 1st Thursday of the month from 10:00am-1:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 500 Campus Drive , Arvin, CA 93203


Federal Workers Shutdown Support

In response to the government shutdown, the CAPK Food Bank has made emergency food resources available to all affected federal workers for the duration of the shutdown. Simply present your work ID at the Food Bank to obtain food resources from our choice pantry.Federal employee resources

Who is eligible: Federal employees

Fees: None

Hours: Monday-Saturday 8:00am-11:00am Any affected federal employees can visit the CAPK Food Bank to obtain food support during the duration of the shutdown.

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: https://www.capk.org/shutdown/#Federal

Address: 1807 Feliz Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Financial Assistance Grant

Provides education and guidance on organ donation and navigation of the transplant journey, grants for post-organ transplant patients, and gas cards for patients traveling to transplant centers for their medical appointments.

Who is eligible: Actively completing work-up for organ transplant waitlist, waitlisted on the organ transplant list, or one-year post-transplant

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-489-4430 | Email: info@jjslegacy.org | Website: jjslegacy.org

Address: 5330 Office Centre Court #39, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Fire Department, City of Bakersfield

Provides fire suppression services, emergency medical services, swift water rescue, technical rescue and heavy rescue, hazardous materials mitigation and regulation, fire prevention, fire safety education services, and disaster preparedness. Also offers a Juvenile Fire Setter's Program designed to educate juveniles who have been identified as having a problem with fire.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Administrative Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Emergency services available 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-lingual , English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-326-3911 | Email: fire@bakersfieldfire.us | Website: www.bakersfieldfire.us

Address: 2101 H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Fire Department, City Of Tehachapi

Provides assistance with fire suppression services, emergency medical services, swift water rescue, technical rescue and heavy rescue, hazardous materials mitigation and regulation, fire prevention, fire safety education services, and disaster preparedness. Also offers a Juvenile Fire Setter's Program designed to educate juveniles who have been identified as having a problem with fire.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Administrative Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Emergency services available 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-lingual , English

Contact: Phone: 661-822-5533 | Website: http://www.kerncountyfire.org/

Address: 800 South Curry Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561-0668


First Presbyterian Church

Provides a food pantry.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Every 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Thursday of the month from 7:30am-9:30am.

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 1705 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


First -Time Homebuyer

Provides technical services and support during the predevelopment of homes, homeownership training,  and assists with the submission of loan applications.

Who is eligible: Applicant must have a good employment history, clean credit, and the ability and willingness to meet the labor requirements.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 559-651-1000 | Email: info@selfhelpenterprises.org | Website: www.selfhelpenterprises.org

Address: 8445 West Elowin Court, Visalia, CA 93291


Flood Assistance

Provides Kern county flood resources during strong rains and storms. Flood Assistance available:Blocked Storm Drains: Bakersfield Sewer Maintenance Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm 661-326-3111Downed Trees and Branches: City of Bakersfield Recreation and Parks Department Monday-Friday 6:30am-3:00pm 661-326-3866Street Light and Traffic Signal Outage General Division of Street Signing and Marketing Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm 661-326-3781After Hours Emergency Non-Emergency Line 24/7 661-327-7111

Hours: Flood Assistance: Blocked Storm Drains: Bakersfield Sewer Maintenance Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm 661-326-3111 Downed Tress and Branches: City of Bakersfield Recreation and Parks Department Monday-Friday 6:30am-3:00pm 661-326-3866 Street Light and Traffic Signal Outage General Division of Street Signing and Marketing Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm 661-326-3781 After Hours Emergency Non-Emergency Line 24/7 661-327-7111

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 2-1-1 | Email: ccervantes@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org


Food Bank of Kern County

Please DO NOT refer callers. This location is for Food Bank partners to obtain food to stock their pantries. Provides emergency food assistance to 54 commodity sites and over 150 pantries.

Who is eligible: Low income

Fees: No Fee

Hours: See food distribution sites.

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org


FootHill Vista Apartments

Provides two and three bedroom units for low income households.  

Who is eligible: Must meet income eligibility guidelines.

Fees: $10.00 applicant over 18

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-363-6434 | Website: https://kernha.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Affordable-Housing-Developments1.pdf

Address: 600 Morning Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Foreclosure Counseling

Provides self-help housing, sewer and water development, housing rehabilitation, multifamily housing, foreclosure counselors, and homebuyer programs for farm laborers and low-income families.  

Who is eligible: Low income and farm workers

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 559-651-1000 | Email: info@selfhelpenterprises.org | Website: www.selfhelpenterprises.org

Address: 8445 West Elowin Court, Visalia, CA 93291


Forensic Services

Provides services for individuals who have been charged with an offense and are court-ordered and non-court ordered for psychological evaluation or who have been convicted of an offense and require mental health services as a condition of probation. Also evaluates individuals with misdemeanor charges pending who have a mental disorder that renders them incompetent to stand trial.

Who is eligible: Individuals that have been charged with an offense.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-8381 | Email: mhhelpdesk@kernbhrs.org | Website: http://www.kernmentalhealth.org/

Address: 1721 Westwind Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Franklin Field Recreation Complex

Provides recreational activities, youth and adult sports.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm Friday: 8:00am-2:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-763-4246 | Email: info@wsrpd.com | Website: www.wsrpd.com

Address: 281 East Cedar Street, Taft, CA 93268


Frazier Mountain Community Health Center

Provides general, medical, and pediatric care including: immunizations, health and wellness check-ups, and physicals, Family Practice & Obstetrics and Gynecology, Labs services, WIC, Behavioral Health.WIC-including nutrition services

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm, Lab Services Monda-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Behavioral Health Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 833-678-2781 | Website: www.clinicasierravista.org

Address: 704 Lebec Road, Lebec, CA 93243


Frazier Park Branch

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Tuesday – Thursday: 10:00am – 7:00pm Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm Saturday: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-245-1267 | Email: info@kerncountylibrary.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 3732 Park Drive, Frazier Park, CA 93225


Freedom House

Provides a residential treatment facility for those with substance abuse addictions.  

Who is eligible: Adult males

Fees: $725 for SSI recipients, $800 for self paid

Hours: Monday-Sunday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-304-8947 | Website: No website provided by agency.

Address: 919 Grace Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Freedom House 1

Provides a residential treatment facility for those with substance abuse addictions.  

Who is eligible: Adult males

Fees: $725 for SSI recipients, $800 for self paid

Hours: Office hours: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-304-8947 | Website: No website provided by agency.

Address: 527 Niles Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Fresno Pacific University

Provides academic programs through traditional bachelor's degree, adult degree completion, master's, certificate and credentialing programs.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-5:30pm Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-617-4500 | Email: admin@fresno.edu | Website: www.fresno.edu/bakersfield

Address: 1518 Mill Rock Way, Bakersfield, CA 93311


Friday Night Live/ Club Live

Provides positive activities including leadership skills, peer-based alcohol/drug free activities to youth in the 6th-12th grades.  

Who is eligible: School age youth in grades 6-12.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-8300 | Email: ABuckle@kernbhrs.org | Website: https://fridaynightlive.tcoe.org/friday-night-live-counties/fnl-counties

Address: 1111 Columbus Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Friends of Kern County Multiple Sclerosis

Provides information and help to people with Multiple Sclerosis and their loved ones. Also provides group sessions.

Who is eligible: Multiple Sclerosis patients and their families

Hours: Please call before attending a meeting to confirm time and location

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-872-1973 | Email: calms@nmss.org | Website: https://www.nationalmssociety.org/Chapters/CAL/Groups-and-Discussions/Prog

Address: 6401 Ming Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Friendship House

Provides educational and recreational services to children, such as afterschool, summer programs, resources to the entire community, job training and an outreach center. Summer Program: Program activities and includes free breakfast and lunch Mentor Program: Program offers assistance with communication, behavioral skills, leadership, and goal setting. Project 180: A gang prevention partnership dedicated to working with at-risk youth.Transportation: Based on availability and need, only provided from two school sites to the Friendship center.MLK ElementaryCasa Loma Elementary

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: After School Program Monday-Friday: 2:00pm-5:00pm WIC – Every Tuesday from 7:45am-5:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-369-8926 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 2424 Cottonwood Road, Bakersfield, CA 93307


FSS Family Self-Sufficiency Program

Provides assistance to tenants with a job training, financial planning, homeownership counseling, and referrals to supportive agencies

Who is eligible: Existing Section 8 or LIPH clients only

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-631-8500 | Email: hkimmel@kernha.org | Website: www.kernha.org

Address: 601 24th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Fundación Amor y Esperanza

Provides a food distribution. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Every last Tuesday of the month from 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 7245 Buena Vista Boulevard, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Funeral Consumer Alliance of Kern County

Provides death, funeral, burial and cremation information. Prior to a death or immediately upon a death, education is available to the family on their rights so they can make informed decisions before signing a mortuary contract under the stress of grief.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: $30 one time fee

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00pm-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 802-865-8300 | Email: fcacalif@gmail.com | Website: https://www.fca-calif.org/

Address: P.O. Box 1202, Bakersfield, CA 93302-1202


Gang Tip Hotline

Provides a confidential hotline to inform authorities of information regarding criminal street gangs and other illegal activity.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: No Fee

Hours: 24 hours 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-lingual , English

Contact: Phone: 661-327-7111 | Email: BPDgen@bakersfieldpd.us | Website: www.BakersfieldPD.us

Address: 1601 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Gas Company CARE

Provides income-qualified customers a discount of 20% or more off their monthly electric bill or the Family Electric Rate Assistance program (FERA).

Who is eligible: Open to Southern California Edison customers

Hours: General business hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm 24 Hour Support Line (USA & Canada)

Languages offered: Multi-lingual , English

Contact: Phone: 800-655-4555 | Email: CCPA@sce.com | Website: www.sce.com

Address: P.O. Box 9527, Azusa, CA 91702-9954


Gateway Team

Provides screenings and referrals to appropriate treatment care.

Who is eligible: Individuals with mental illness or substance abuse.

Fees: There is no charge for the Gate Team assessment and referral. Individuals may be eligible for programs that will pay part or all of their treatment. Call for more information.

Hours: 24/7

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 1-866-266-4898 | Website: https://www.kernbhrs.org/home-bhr

Address: 1401 L Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


General Assistance

Provides temporary cash aid to adults who are not able to support themselves, do not receive other public funds, and are not eligible for any other assistance programs. There are 2 kinds assistance programs:*Employable (Do not have a job but are looking, or earn less than the income limit)*Non-Employable (Cannot work determined by a medical doctor or mental health professional)

Who is eligible: Single adults and couples without minor children may be eligible

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-4:00pm Online application available 24/7

Languages offered: Interpreters Available, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-631-6000 | Email: oropezk@kerndhs.com | Website: www.kcdhs.org

Address: 100 East California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Genesis Program

Provides an outpatient chemical dependency program, drug and alcohol prevention program, education, and outreach services.

Who is eligible: Client of Kern Regional Center, developmentally disabled adolescents and adults

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-395-1361 | Email: administrator@napd-bak.org | Website: http://www.napd-bak.org/

Address: 1909 16th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


GET- A- LIFT

Provides paratransit services to eligible riders who have a disability that prevents them from making some or all of their trips on fixed-route buses. Paratransit offers a shared-ride, curb-to-curb(origin-to-destination) service which operates in the same areas and during the same days and hours as the fixed-route bus system.

Who is eligible: Individuals with a disability who are unable to use the fixed route service

Fees: One Trip $3.00 Ten Ride Pass- $30.00

Hours: Customer service and bus schedule information: Monday-Friday: 5:00am - 10:00pm Saturday-Sunday: 7:00am - 9:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: webcontact@getbus.org | Website: https://www.getbus.org/get-a-lift/

Address: 1830 Golden State Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


GET BUS

Provides public transit services and offers free rides in unhealthy air days when the air quality exceeds 150 Air Quality Index (AQI). 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Regular Fares - Single Ride $1.65 - Day Pass $3.55 - 31 Day Pass $57 - 15 Day Pass $38 *Also provides senior/reduces fare discounted passes.

Hours: Customer service and bus schedule information: Monday-Friday: 5:00am - 10:00pm Saturday-Sunday: 7:00am -9:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: webcontact@getbus.org | Website: www.getbus.org

Address: 1830 Golden State Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Girl Scouts Innovation Center

Provides leadership and life skills training including financial literacy and entrepreneurial opportunities, activities that focus on science, technology , engineering and math (STEM), living in wellness, physical fitness, and protecting our environment.

Who is eligible: Girls from kindergarten to 12th grade

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm All offices closed on major holidays

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-327-1409 | Email: customercare@girlscoutsccs.org | Website: https://www.girlscoutsccs.org/

Address: 2160 Mars Court, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Girl Scouts Taft House

Provides leadership and life skills training including financial literacy and entrepreneurial opportunities, activities that focus on science, technology , engineering and math (STEM), living in wellness, physical fitness, and protecting our environment.

Who is eligible: Girls from kindergarten to 12th grade

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm All offices closed on major holidays

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-327-1409 | Email: customercare@girlscoutsccs.org | Website: https://www.girlscoutsccs.org/

Address: 321 Calvin Street , Taft, CA 93268


Gleaners Food Referral Program

Provides food baskets to individuals who received a referral from an affiliated agency. Referring Agencies: Kern Aging and Adult Services: 661-868-1000Department of Human Services: 661-631-6000Bakersfield City School District: 661-631-4754Kern Behavioral Health Systems: 661-868-2146​County of Kern: Contact your case worker if you receive any service from the county such as Cash Aid, CalFresh, Mental Health, etc. Schools: Contact your child's school office. Bakersfield City School District and Kern County high schools make referrals. Churches: If you are a member of a congregation, ask if your church is a partnering organization. The Golden Empire Gleaners partner with many local churches.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-2:00pm Closed the 1st Friday of every month.

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-324-2767 | Email: info@goldenempiregleaners.com | Website: www.goldenempiregleaners.com

Address: 1326 30th Street , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Gleaners Volunteer for Food Program

Individuals can volunteer in the warehouse for one day and receive a thank-you food box. Volunteers are eligible for a food box once per week.

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am - 2:00pm (Closed the 1st Friday of every month) *Report promptly at 7:30am for orientation.

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-324-2767 | Email: info@goldenempiregleaners.com | Website: www.goldenempiregleaners.com

Address: 1326 30th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


God's Enduring Touch of Grace

Program offers a food pantry.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Distribution: Saturdays 10:00am-2:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-433-2654 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 10031 58th Street West, Mojave, CA 93501


God's Storehouse

Provides assistance with emergency food and bread. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Every 2nd Tuesday of the month from 9:00am-11:00am 4th Sunday of the month from 1:00pm-3:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: godsstorehousekrb@gmail.com | Website: www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 3810 Golden Spur Street, Lake Isabella, CA 93240


Golden Empire Gleaners

Provides a food sack twice a month to registered seniors. Each "Senior Sack" offers 10-12 items including fresh fruits and vegetables, bread, boxed staples and canned food. Find a senior sack site.

Who is eligible: Eligible seniors whose annual income is $15,000 or below

Fees: $2 one-time registration fee.

Hours: Distribution: Daily Mon-Fri 8am-2pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-324-2767 | Email: info@goldenempiregleaners.com | Website: www.goldenempiregleaners.com

Address: 1326 30th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Goodwill Community Foundation

Provides online learning opportunities including: computer skills, literacy, and math skills.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: No Fee

Hours: 24/7 online access

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: No Phone Access Available | Website: http://www.gcflearnfree.org/

Address: 321 West Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601


Goodwill Employment Program

Provides work opportunities and skills development to people with social or economic barriers to employment.  

Who is eligible: 16 years of age and older, have a certifiable disability or vocational disadvantage.

Fees: Free

Hours: Office Hours 9:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-837-0598 | Website: http://www.goodwill.org/

Address: 4901 Stine Road, Bakersfield, CA 93313


Goodwill Warehouse Industries

Provides a main distribution site and a donation drop off zone for other Goodwill stores.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Fees Vary

Hours: Monday-Sunday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-837-0595 | Website: http://www.goodwill.org/

Address: 4901 Stine Road, Bakersfield, CA 93313


Govea Garden Apartments

Provides low income apartments with 2, 3 and 4 bedroom units available.  

Who is eligible: Must meet income eligibility requirements.

Fees: Credit check, first month rent and deposit. Section 8 accepted.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-5:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-864-1108 | Email: communidadapts@sbcglobal.net | Website: https://affordablehousingonline.com/housing-search/California/Bakersfield/Govea-Gardens/10025348

Address: 1054 Washington Street, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Graffiti Hotline

 Offers assistance with filing a graffiti removal work order.  

Who is eligible: Individuals seeking assistance with graffiti removal.

Fees: None

Hours: 24 hour,7 days a week.

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-323-7273 | Email: graffiti@bakersfieldcity.us | Website: www.bakersfieldgraffiti.us

Address: 1600 Truxtun Avenue , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Grandparent Guardianship Project

Assist grandparents (or other close relatives), age 55 or older, with obtaining guardianship of child(ren) up to 18 years old. The children must be currently living with the individual that is seeking guardianship. Services include preparing and filing guardianship petitions, responding to objections, and representation in mediation and guardianship hearings, and preparing post-hearing letters and orders. 

Who is eligible: Grandparent of the child, 55 years and older and must be the primary caregiver of child.

Fees: No fee

Hours: Monday-Friday:8:30am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-5:00pm Closed on major holidays

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-325-5943 | Email: gbla@lightspeed.net | Website: www.gbla.org

Address: 615 California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Grant and Per Diem Program

Assist the veteran with residential stability, increase their skills levels and/or income, and obtain greater self determination. Not an emergency shelterVeteran Commitment:Case managementWeekly one-on-one meetingsParticipate in daily living skill classesParticipate in Employment and Training Program and/or apply for state or federal benefitsAttend bi-monthly Town Hall meetingsAgree to follow program policies and proceduresMust participate in volunteer activities

Who is eligible: - Veterans must be homeless or at-risk to qualify - Veterans must have served on active military duty with other than dishonorable discharge - Veteran does not have to have an income at time of intake - A referral will be completed and medical, mental health, substance abuse and criminal history will be reviewed for appropriate placement

Fees: Services based on income

Hours: Office Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm Program is 24hrs

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-399-2490 | Email: info@cavaf.org | Website: www.cavaf.org

Address: 729 Decator Street, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance

Services and programs include: Community Homeless Law Center Project, Domestic Violence Project, Kern Health Consumer Center, Grandparent Guardianship Project, Housing Program, Kern County Long Term Care Ombudsman Program, Senior Law Center. Also provides assistance with Health and Public benefits information.*Does not assist with family law, divorce, criminal law or custody issues*

Who is eligible: Low-income (per federal guidelines), 60 years and older, migrant farm workers, agricultural workers.

Fees: Donations are accepted

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm

Languages offered: Multi-lingual , English

Contact: Phone: 661-325-5943 | Website: www.gbla.org

Address: 615 California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Green Gardens

Provides affordable and long term housing in conjunction with supportive services. Supportive services include social, recreational and educational activities. On site case management is available for mental health groups including, substance abuse groups, relapse prevention, anger management and grief and loss counseling.Client must be referred to the Housing Authority from Kern Behavioral Health and Recovery Services to be eligible.

Who is eligible: Clients must be clean and sober for three months prior to admission, must be involved with mental health treatment, able to take their own medications and able to live independently.
**Must be referred by Kern Behavioral Health and Recovery Services**

Fees: Low-income, Section 8, SSI/SSDI

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-397-2024 | Website: http://kernha.org/wp/affordable-housing/find-housing/housing-for-the-homeless/

Address: 2300 South Union Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Greenfield Community Health Center

Primary Care; WIC; Maternal Child Outreach Program; Chronic Disease Management; Clinical Lab; Cancer Detection Program; Family Planning, Access, Care and Treatment Program; Dental and Behavioral Health.

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Fees: We accept Medi-Cal, Medicare, private insurance, most HMO plans, including Covered California, and cash. A sliding-fee scale is used to determine rates for the uninsured.

Hours: Monday-Friday:8:00am-5:00pm Lab Services Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Behavioral Health Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00am-5:00pm.

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 833-678-2781 | Website: https://www.clinicasierravista.org/

Address: 9001 South H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Greenfield Family Resource Center

Provides family support and advocates in the community by providing access to needed resources.  Also provides nutrition classes, preventive health care, developmental screenings, and parenting support groups are provided throughout the year, assistance with health insurance, and CalFresh application.Caller must sign up child for the School Readiness program in order to receive the developmental screening. (Call to find out if there is openings within program.)

Who is eligible: Must live in the Greenfield district. Developmental screening for 0-5 children.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-4:30pm Food distribution is every third Thursday: 8:00am-11:00am

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-837-3720 | Website: https://www.gfusd.net/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=444495&type=d&pREC_ID=958499

Address: 5400 Monitor Street, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Greenfield State Preschool

Program provides preschool education intended to stimulate intellectual, social, emotional and motor skills development to prepare child for kindergarden.  

Who is eligible: Children 3-5 years old.

Fees: Call for information

Hours: Monday-Friday 7:45am–4:15pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-398-0426 | Email: requintanilla@kern.org | Website: https://kern.org/early-childhood-education/our-centers/greenfield-state-preschool/

Address: 5400 Monitor Street, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Greyhound Bus Lines

Provides commercial short and long-range bus transportation services throughout the United States.

Who is eligible: Open to all. Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by someone 17 years of age or older.

Hours: Customer Service: 24/7

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Website: https://www.greyhound.com/en-us/bus-station-890219

Address: 601 Truxtun Avenue , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Griffith Avenue Baptist Church

Provides a food pantry, and shower and laundry facility for the homeless.

Who is eligible: Residents of Wasco who are homeless and/or in need.

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Use of showers, washer and dryer by appointment only. Emergency food box (allowed twice per year) by appointment only. Must leave a voicemail for a call back. Food assistance for seniors (60+ years old) every first and third Tuesday of every month starting at 11am. There is a one time fee of $2.00.

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-758-2516 | Email: gabc@att.net | Website: http://gabcministries.com/

Address: 408 Griffith Avenue, Wasco, CA 93280


Guardianship Caregiver Project

Provides legal and case management services to eligible caregivers who would like to obtain guardianship of a child age five or younger (and their older siblings), in order to prevent abuse or neglect.

Who is eligible: Grandparents or extended family members of children 0-5.

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Friday:8:30am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-5:00pm Closed on major holidays

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-334-4663 | Email: gbla@lightspeed.net | Website: http://gbla.org

Address: 615 California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Habitat For Humanity, Golden Empire

Assist groups of low-income families in building and repairing their own homes. 

Who is eligible: Homeowner families are selected on the basis of: 1) need for adequate housing; 2) ability to repay a no-interest mortgage; and 3) willingness to partner with Habitat.

Fees: Homebuyers selected by Habitat pay a modest down payment, invest 200-500 hours of "sweat equity" in the construction of their home, and are responsible for monthly mortgage payments and upkeep.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-861-8449 | Email: info@habitatbakersfield.org | Website: www.habitatbakersfield.org

Address: 1500 East 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Hall Ambulance Service Incorporated

Provides ambulance medical transportation for emergency and non-emergency conditions.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Private insurance, Medi-cal, private pay

Hours: Office hours: Monday- Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Ambulance services available 24 hours 7 days a week

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-334-5419 | Email: corumm@hallamb.com | Website: www.hallamb.com

Address: 2001 O Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Hall of Records

Provides assistance in attaining birth, marriage, and death certificates. 

Who is eligible: Anyone requiring certified copies of legal documents. Records can only be provided to authorized individuals.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-6400 | Email: response@kerncounty.com | Website: https://www.kerncounty.com/government/departments/assessor-recorder/records/birth-marriage-or-death-certificates

Address: 1655 Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Head Start Enrollment Hotline

Provides an educational program that addresses social competence, emotional development, and physical development, and health, mental health, and nutritional issues. Also provides a  home-based staff.

Who is eligible: Low income families with children 0-5, must meet income requirements

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: Multi-lingual , English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 1300 18th Street , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Head Start, Alberta Dillard

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day schedule.Provides a variety of educational activities, access to free medical and dental care, healthy meals and snacks, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children with disabilities.

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-366-3774 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 5704 Pioneer Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Head Start, Alicante

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day schedule.​Provides a variety of educational activities, access to free medical and dental care, healthy meals and snacks, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children with disabilities.

Who is eligible: Children ages 0-5

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-845-3901 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 7998 Alicante Avenue, Lamont, CA 93241


Head Start, Angela Martinez

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day schedule.Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.Early Head Start program- Available for children under 3 years old

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-439-3694 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 4032 Jewett Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Head Start, Broadway

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day schedule.Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-758-0831 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 929 Broadway Street, Wasco, CA 93280


Head Start, California City

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day schedule.Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 760-373-7605 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 9124 Catalpa Avenue, California City, CA 93505


Head Start, Delano

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day schedule.Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-725-8952 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 1835 Cecil Avenue, Delano, CA 93215


Head Start, Fairfax

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day schedule.Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-379-8200 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 1500 South Fairfax Road, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Head Start, Harvey L. Hall

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day schedule.Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.Early Head Start program- Available for children under 3 years old

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-835-5405 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 315 Stine Road, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Head Start, Heritage Park

Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-873-1922 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 2320 Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Head Start, Home Base

Provides children and families with weekly home visits and a home-based educator who provides in-home comprehensive services.

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 800-701-7060 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 5055 California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Head Start, Martha J. Morgan

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day schedule.Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.Early Head Start program- Available for children under 3 years old

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-873-2262 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 3811 River Boulevard, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Head Start, Oasis

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day schedule.Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.Early Head Start program- Available for children under 3 years old

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 760-371-1469 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 814 North Norma Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Head Start, Pete Parra

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day schedule.Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.Early Head Start program- Available for children under 3 years old

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-831-5915 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 1825 Feliz Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Head Start, Primeros Pasos

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day schedule.Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.Early Head Start program- Available for children under 3 years old

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-854-6488 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 1111 Bush Street, Arvin, CA 93203


Head Start, Rosamond

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day schedule.Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-256-9217 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 2584 Felsite Avenue , Rosamond, CA 93560


Head Start, Shafter

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day schedule.Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-746-1443 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 452 West Los Angeles avenue, Shafter, CA 93263


Head Start, Sterling

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day schedule.Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.Early Head Start program- Available for children under 3 years old

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-871-6055 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 3000 Sterling Road, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Head Start, Stockdale

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day schedule.Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-336-5236 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 5 Real Road , Bakersfield, CA 93308


Head Start, Sunrise Villa

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day schedule.Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-758-0129 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 1600 Poplar Avenue, Wasco, CA 93280


Head Start, Taft

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day scheduleProvides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-765-2866 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 819 6th Street, Taft, CA 93268


Head Start, Tehachapi

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day schedule.Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.

Who is eligible: Childrem 6 weeks to 5 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-822-5535 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 1120 South Curry Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561


Head Start, Vineland

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day schedule.Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.

Who is eligible: Children 0-5 years of age.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-845-0605 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 14327 South Vineland Road, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Head Start, Virginia

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day schedule.Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.

Who is eligible: Children 0-5 years of age.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-363-9142 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 3301 Virginia Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Head Start, Willow

The Head Start program offers early childhood education and school readiness for children ages 3 to 5 years of age and ensures the successful transition of children to kindergarten. The center-based services offer a range of service schedules to fit the families scheduling needs, ranging from full day to part day schedule.Provides a variety of educational activities, healthy meals, and indoor and outdoor activities. Services for children focus on education, socio-emotional development, physical and mental health, and nutrition. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children.

Who is eligible: Children 6 weeks - 5 years of age.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-393-4424 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 401 Willow Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Health and Safety Trainings

Provides training in CPR, first aid, water safety, lifeguard service, preventing disease transmission-blood borne pathogens, and child care state requirements.  

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Fees: Fees vary

Hours: Monday - Friday: 10:00am-2:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-324-6427 | Email: GovtRelations@redcross.org | Website: www.redcross.org/kernchapter

Address: 5035 Gilmore Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Health Education Services

Provides health education programs at no cost to members.These classes and programs cover a range of health topics: asthma management, diabetes care, nutrition counseling, prenatal care, smoking cessation, weight management. 

Who is eligible: Medi-Cal eligible seeking Health Education classes.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: Multilingual , English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-632-1590 | Email: kernhealthsystems@gmail.com | Website: www.kernfamilyhealthcare.com

Address: 2900 Buck Owens Boulevard, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Health Express, Wasco-Delano Regional Medical

Provides weekday shuttle service, for ambulatory patients, to Delano Regional Medical Center.

Who is eligible: Individuals seeking transportation to Delano Regional Center

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:30om

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-725-4800 | Email: info@drmc.com | Website: www.drmc.com

Address: 1401 Garces Highway, Delano, CA 93215


Health Insurance Counseling And Advocacy Program

Provides free assistance with Medicare concerns and assistance in resolving other health insurance issues.

Who is eligible: - Persons 65 years of age or older and eligible for Medicare - Persons younger than age 65 years of age with a disability and eligible for Medicare - Persons soon to be eligible for Medicare - Family and other representatives of Medicare beneficiaries

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: aginginfo@kerncounty.com | Website: www.co.kern.ca.us/aas/

Address: 5357 Truxtun Avenue , Bakersfield, CA 93309


Health South Bakersfield Rehabilitation Hospital

Provides physical therapy services for all types of disabilities and disorders including: amputees, head injury, speech and many others.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Our hospital provides free or discounted emergency and other medically necessary care to patients who are uninsured or underinsured and who qualify for assistance under its Financial Assistance Policy. Learn about our financial assistance policy and how to apply for assistance

Hours: Administration hours: 8:00am-5:00pm Business Hours: 7:30am-9:00pm Visiting hours: 8:00am–9:00pm

Languages offered: Multi-lingual , English

Contact: Phone: 661-323-5500 | Email: feedback@encompasshealth.com | Website: https://www.encompasshealth.com/bakersfieldrehab

Address: 5001 Commerce Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Heart of Arvin Commodity

Provides a food distribution. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Every 3rd Thursday of the month from 10:00am -12:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 651 Haven Park, Arvin, CA 93203


HEARTS Connection Family Resource Center

Provides families with parent to parent support, advocacy, training and assistance, resource coordination and information. Staff  is available for consultation and training for professionals who serve families with children who have special needs. Offers a support group for family members of children with disabilities or special health care needs. 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:30am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-328-9055 | Email: info@heartsfrc.org | Website: www.heartsfrc.org

Address: 4500 California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Heather Stone Medical Clinic

Program provides assistance with medical procedures such as neuro-surgery, cardiology, podiatry, an outpatient surgery center, and an urgent care center.  

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Fees: Sliding scale fee, Medi-Cal/ Medicare, Healthy Families, most private insurance accepted.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Saturday: 8:00am-12:00pm

Languages offered: Spanish,, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 760-446-4571 | Website: http://www.heatherstonemedicalclinic.org/

Address: 900 North Heritage Drive, Ridgecrest, CA 93555-3196


Hee Soung Yoon, DDS

Provides dental services such as: cosmetic bonding, extractions, crowns and bridges, fillings, root canals, dentures, realigns and repairs to the general public.  

Who is eligible: Adults and children 2 years and older.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-4:00pm, closed for lunch 12:00pm-1:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish, Korean

Contact: Phone: 661-327-8619 | Website: https://www.healthgrades.com/dentist/dr-hee-yoon-3gjmm

Address: 2115 D Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Help Me Grow

Provides an online developmental and social-emotional Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) screening for children between birth and age 5. ASQ has been specifically designed to pinpoint developmental progress and catch delays in young children. Parents can access ASQ online at https://www.first5kern.org/helpmegrow/Based on results Help Me Grow will connect families with further resources should they be needed. 

Who is eligible: Children between birth and age 5.

Fees: No fee

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm Online questionnaire can be accessed 24 hours 7 days a week. https://www.first5kern.org/helpmegrow/

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Website: https://www.first5kern.org/helpmegrow/


Henrietta Weill Memorial Child Guidance Clinic & Adult Behavioral Health

Provides an outpatient mental health clinic for youth who are having emotional and/or behavioral problems. Services include: individual, family and group therapy, case management, parent education, and parent support groups (call for dates/times).

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: Clinic does not deny services based upon the client's inability to pay.

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 7:30am-7:00pm Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Saturday by appointment only

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-322-1021 | Email: info@hwmcgc.org | Website: http://www.hwmcgc.org/

Address: 3628 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93309


High Road Recovery

Provides DUI counseling and education, differed entry of judgment and drug diversion counseling, domestic violence counseling, anger management counseling, drug testing, substance abuse services.  

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Fees: Services are paid weekly on a fee-for-service basis weekly cost range $25.00-$35.00/week.

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9:00am-7:00pm, Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-942-2241 | Email: editors@cleanandsobermedia.com | Website: http://www.highroadprogram.org/

Address: 44823 Date Avenue, Lancaster, CA 93534


HIV Services

Provides medication assistance for the treatments of HIV and AIDS to individuals without insurance coverage or third party benefits for ADAP medications and case management services to individuals who are HIV-positive or have AIDS. 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-321-3000 | Email: publichealth@kerncounty.com | Website: Kernpublichealth.com

Address: 1800 Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Hoffmann Hospice

Provides management of  individuals with terminal illness, emotional and spiritual support. Also offers bereavement support groups for family members.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: Provides services regardless of their ability to pay

Hours: Available 24/7

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-410-1010 | Email: info@hoffmannhospice.org | Website: www.hoffmannhospice.org

Address: 4401 Buena Vista Road, Bakersfield, CA 93311


Holloway-Gonzales Branch

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Tuesday – Thursday: 10:00am – 7:00pm Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm Saturday: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-861-2083 | Email: info@kerncountylibrary.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 506 East Brundage Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Home Access Program

Provides funds to install devices in homes to minimize mobility barriers.

Who is eligible: Live within city limits and physically disabled.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: Multilingual, English

Contact: Phone: 661-326-3765 | Website: www.bakersfieldcity.us/

Address: 1600 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Home Access Program

Provides funds to make a residence more accessible for a person with a permanent physical disability. Accessibility improvements include widen doorways, ramp with hand rails, handicap accessible toilet, grab bars, or replace tub with accessible shower.  

Who is eligible: Individuals with permanent physical disability, low-income, tenants and homeowners can apply.

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-862-5024 | Email: kerncd@kerncounty.com | Website: https://kernplanning.com/community-development-2/housing-programs/

Address: 2700 M Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Home Energy Assistance Program

Provides income-eligible residents with utility bill payments, free weatherization, and energy education, at no cost to the participants. Weatherization services include; weather stripping, repair or replacement of windows and doors, heating/cooling appliances, stoves, refrigerators and more.*Not offering solar assistance at this time* 

Who is eligible: Low income households

Hours: HEAP Utility Assistance: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm by appointment only. HEAP Weatherization: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm Closed on major holidays

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-336-5200 | Email: heapoffice@capk.org | Website: www.energy.capk.org

Address: 300 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Home Health Care

Provides assistance at home that does not require assistance of an LVN or RN. Assists in meal preparation, housekeeping and assistance to the terminally ill.

Who is eligible: Elderly & disabled population or 18 years or older in need of in-home health care.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am to 5:00pm 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-395-5800 | Email: atcreferrals@bakersfieldcare.com | Website: www.bakersfieldcare.com

Address: 5251 Office Park Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Homeless Adult Team

Program provides evidence based therapies, substance use counseling, group therapy, individualized treatment plans, crisis intervention services, connections to vocational, education and housing program services, teaches clients various coping skills to lessen and manage their mental health symptoms, provides assistance with applying for SSI/SSDI benefits for level III clients, and provides linkage to outpatient substance abuse treatments, agencies, and possible rehabilitation facilities for adults who have been or are at risk of being homeless, in psychiatric hospitals, prison, or on probation over the past year.

Who is eligible: Adults who have been or are at risk of being homeless, in psychiatric hospitals, prison, or on probation over the past year. Must be referred.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm After hours availability as needed

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-1840 | Email: rripley@kernbhrs.org | Website: https://www.kernbhrs.org/adult-services

Address: 2525 North Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Homeless Court

Homeless courts assist participants resolve outstanding criminal matters, such as infractions, misdemeanors, and low-level felonies. To qualify for the program, a participant must be homeless. This may include:living in an emergency shelter, being evicted within 14 days from a private dwelling and no subsequent home is identified,being discharged within a week from an institution, (e.g. a mental health or substance abuse treatment facility or jail/prison, in which the person has been a resident for up to 90 consecutive days) and no subsequent home is identified, fleeing a domestic violence housing situation and no subsequent home is identified, living in transitional housing for homeless persons, permanent housing for formerly homeless persons, a psychiatric facility, substance abuse treatment facility, hospital, hotel or motel paid without an emergency voucher, foster care or group home, safe haven, orliving in a vehicle or on the street. 

Who is eligible: Must live in Kern county, U.S. citizen, and must be homeless.

Homeless Court: reside in a residency program for 30 days or be enrolled in non-residency program for 45 days. Must be sponsored by an organization, in a self-help program, case managed and homeless. Referred by case manager.

Fees: Fees may vary depending on case. Call for more information.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm Closed 12:00pm-1:00pm

Languages offered: Multilingual

Contact: Phone: 661-325-5943 | Email: gbla@lightspeed.net | Website: www.gbla.org

Address: 615 California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Homeless Shelter

Provides emergency shelter (60-day program). Basic services include beds, lockers, showers, laundry facility, mail services, hygiene kits, day room, and childcare for children of admitted parents (provided by Discovery Depot). Resident transitional services include personalized case management, vocational counseling, and housing search assistance. Referrals are provided for substance abuse and mental health counseling and legal assistance. Also provides work programs including green-waste recycling, highway maintenance, and animal shelter employment orientations.*If seeking emergency shelter call the Toll-Fee line anytime*

Who is eligible: Single women, families, single parents with accompanying children

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm Hotline 24 Hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Spanish/English, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-322-9199 | Email: info@opendoorhelps.org | Website: https://www.opendoorhelps.org/

Address: 1600 East Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Homemaker Care Program

Program provides non-medical in-home care services for seniors and disabled adults, including light housekeeping, personal care, basic shopping, meal preparation, medication reminders, companion care and demential supervision.Job skill training available for individuals interested in becoming a care provider. Classes such as First Aid\CPR, home safety and fall prevention, basic nutrition and food preparation, hospice care and Alzheimer's education, diabetes management offered free to the public.

Who is eligible: Home care: Individuals seeking in home supportive care.
Training: 18 years old+

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-325-3016 | Email: ccn@dignityhealth.org | Website: https://www.dignityhealth.org/mercy-bakersfield/dignity-health-in-kern-county/community-programs/homemaker-care-program

Address: 2634 G Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Homeownership Counseling and Education

Provides a range of home ownership education programs. Courses are available in multiple languages to teach families about: credit, budgeting, shopping for the right home, obtaining a mortgage and financing options, mortgage and financing terms, closing procedures and home maintenance.  

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 559-651-1000 | Email: info@selfhelpenterprises.org | Website: www.selfhelpenterprises.org

Address: 8445 West Elowin Court, Visalia, CA 93290


Hood Street Family Apartments

Provides rental units (3 and 4 units) for low income multifamilies.

Who is eligible: Low income individuals.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-854-0555 | Website: https://kernha.org/affordable-housing/

Address: 1400 Hood Street, Arvin, CA 93203


Hope Center

Provides assistance with food, clothing, household goods, hygiene kits, and emotional/spiritual counseling.All items are based upon availability.Food distribution is subject to change or cancellation due to excessive heat, poor air quality, rain, or high wind conditions.

Who is eligible: Open to the public. Limited to 3 visits per year, 90 days apart

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Drive Thru Distribution: Every 2nd & 4th Wed 9:00am-12:00pm Winter Clothing Assistance: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9:00am-11:00am

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-399-2119 | Email: hope@hopecenters.net | Website: http://www.hopecenters.net

Address: 3311 Manor Street, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Hospice ProCare

The Traditions Health hospice team is passionate about building relationships with patients and their loved ones. Whether the need is physical, spiritual, or emotional, our compassionate hospice experts are available to provide the necessary support. Comfort and dignity are the anchors of hospice care. Our clinicians are highly skilled at recognizing and managing symptoms early, in most cases allowing the patient to remain comfortable at home throughout the end of their life.

Who is eligible: 18 and over

Hours: Open 24 hours

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-864-0490 | Email: chris.yarnovich@traditionshealth.com | Website: https://www.traditionshealth.com/hospice/

Address: 5500 Ming avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Hot Foods Waiver

Los Angeles, Kern, Orange, San Bernardino, Ventura, Riverside and San Diego counties currently have a hot foods waiver which, when approved, allows people who get CalFresh (and Disaster CalFresh) to use their benefits to buy hot and prepared foods at grocery stores and markets. Hot and prepared foods can include but are not limited to, items such as hot slices of pizza, hot soup, and rotisserie chicken. The hot foods waiver does not include restaurants.​This Hot Foods waiver for the above counties was recently extended to March 10, 2025

Who is eligible: - People who lived or worked in impacted zip codes

Fees: Free, must meet income guidelines

Hours: Monday- Friday 7:30am- 4:00pm

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-631-6000 | Email: hello@getcalfresh.org | Website: https://www.kcdhs.org/

Address: 100 East California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Houchin Blood Bank

Provides various blood drives throughout the year; supplies hospitals, private cancer facilities, blood disease treatment facilities, and  dialysis centers with donated blood.  

Who is eligible: 17 years and older.

Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 9:00am-6:00pm Thursday: 11:00am - 7:00 pm Saturday: 8:00am-2:00pm Sunday:Closed Mobile blood drives vary per day and time, check website for more information.

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-323-4222 | Email: info@hcbb.com | Website: www.hcbb.com

Address: 5901 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Housing Authority Of The County of Kern

Provides subsidized housing for low-income residents: Low-income Public Housing Program (LIPH), Affordable Senior Apartments (62 years & older), Farmer's Home (FMHA) and Rural Housing Construction Program (RHCP).Applications for the Housing Choice Voucher/ Section 8 waiting list will be accepted online only. Eligible applicants must register online for an account in order to apply for the program. This can be done at any time.Visit https://kernha.org/ to complete the online application.

Who is eligible: Low income families, disabled individuals and seniors.
Senior apartments are for individuals who are 62 years and older.

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-631-8500 | Email: hkimmel@kernha.org | Website: www.kernha.org

Address: 601 24th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Housing Rehabilitation

Program provides emergency repair and housing rehabilitation. Also adapts housing to accommodate the special needs of the handicapped and elderly.  

Who is eligible: Low income household.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 559-651-1000 | Email: info@selfhelpenterprises.org | Website: www.selfhelpenterprises.org

Address: 8445 West Elowin Court, Visalia, CA 93291


Housing Rehabilitation Program

Provides low to no-interest loans for repair and rehabilitation of owned and rented housing units (mobile home units also may be considered). Staff is available to inspect unit.

Who is eligible: Low-income individuals, home owners, occupants and renters.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-862-5062 | Email: kerncd@kerncounty.com | Website: http://kernplanning.com

Address: 2700 M Street , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Hummel Hall

Provides a food pantry site. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Hours: Every 2nd Friday of the month from 9:00am- 11:00am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: 2500 20th Street West, Rosamond, CA 93560


Identity Theft Crime Prevention Unit

Provides a centralized identity theft complaint database and provides information to the identity theft victims.  

Who is eligible: Identity theft victims.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-3:00pm

Languages offered: Multi-lingual operators available., English

Contact: Phone: 661 327-7111 | Email: BPDgen@bakersfieldpd.us | Website: https://www.bakersfieldcity.us/330/Identity-Theft-Fraud-Financial-Crimes

Address: 1601 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Iglesia Monte De Sion

Provides a food distribution site.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee.

Hours: Distribution: 1st Wednesday 9:30am-1:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 3205 Park Dr., Bakersfield, CA 93306


Iglesia Monte Sion

Provides a food distribution site.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Every 1st Monday of the month from 6:30pm-7:30pm Every 3rd Friday of the month from 9:00am-11:00am

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: 7617 Kearney Avenue, Lamont, CA 93241


Immigration Law Help

 Provides a searchable online directory of free and low cost nonprofit immigration legal services. Users can also refine their search by types and areas of legal assistance provided, populations served, languages spoken, other areas of legal assistance, and non-legal services provided. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Hours: 24 hours website

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 212-760-2554 | Email: info@immigrationadvocates.org | Website: www.immigrationlawhelp.org

Address: 151 West 30th Street, New York, NY 10001


Independent Living Center Of Kern County

Provides information & referral, independent living skills, transitions, housing resources and services, American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreting Services, braille translation services, personal assistant services, peer support, assistive technology (older individuals who are blind, 55+ years), repair re-use manual/power wheelchair program, and systematic and individual advocacy. 

Who is eligible: Individuals with disabilities.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm Closed for lunch 12:00pm-1:00pm

Languages offered: ASL, English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: info@ilcofkerncounty.org | Website: www.ilcofkerncounty.org/

Address: 5251 Office Park Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Independent Living Center of Southern California

Provides services that include emergency services, housing assistance, information & referral, peer support, assistive technology, benefits assistance, vocational training, independent living skills, job placement/coaching, transition (CCT), transportation, and horticulture classes.  

Who is eligible: People of all ages with disabilities

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-942-9726 | Email: ilcsc@ilcsc.org | Website: www.ilcsc.org

Address: 606 East Avenue K-4, Lancaster, CA 93535


Industries Job Training

Provides advocacy and job training services for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Who is eligible: Developmentally Disabled Adults

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-978-3075 | Email: jheitman@barc-inc.org | Website: https://www.barc-inc.org/what-we-do/industries/

Address: 4500 California Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Infant Safe Sleep

Provides the community of Kern County with educational information and resources to assist parents in providing a Safe Home for their infants. Kern Medical has partnered with the Bakersfield Fire Department to include information on increasing awareness and reducing risk factors of unexplained sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), as well as scald and burn prevention and fire safety. Resources, such as educational materials, a water temperature card, and a smoke detector are distributed at these classes to assist parents in the community to provide a Safe Home for their babies. Additionally, after attending the Safe Home, Safe Baby program, the attendees receive a free Pack ‘n Play with qualifying attendance.*The attendee must provide proof of pregnancy or proof of birth for the infant within the last 12 months.Class schedule

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Administrative hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: Multilingual, Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-326-2000 | Email: safehomesafebabyclass@kernmedical.com | Website: http://www.kernmedical.com/

Address: 1700 Mt Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Influenza

Provides seasonal flu shots, nasal mist vaccines (available until supplies are depleted), and seasonal H1N1 vaccines.  

Who is eligible: Available to anyone over 6 months of age

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-321-3000 | Email: publichealth@kerncounty.com | Website: kernpublichealth.com

Address: 1800 Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306


In-Home Health Solutions Pharmacy

Provides nutritional IV therapy, pain management, chemotherapy, antibiotics, enter nasal nutrition, HIV/AIDS care, wellness center, nutritional consulting, and natural hormonal replacement therapy.  

Who is eligible: Requires physician's referral.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-837-0453 | Email: IHHS@aol.com | Website: http://yourhomeopath.org/

Address: 1607 South H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304


In-Home Supportive Services

Helps elderly and disabled persons remain in their homes. IHSS is an alternative to out-of-home care, such as nursing homes or board and care facilities. Recipients must be eligible for or receiving Medi-Cal. Types of services that IHSS helps pay for include: Protective supervision Assistance to and from medical appointments Personal care services including feeding, bathing, and mobility help Domestic help including housekeeping, meal prep, laundry, and grocery shopping

Who is eligible: Individual must be 65 years of age or older, or disabled, or blind and must be eligible for or already receive Medi-Cal

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-12:00pm, 1:00pm-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-1000 | Email: ihssinfo@kerncounty.com | Website: https://www.kerncounty.com/government/aging-adult-services/services/in-home-supportive-services

Address: 5357 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Inland Empire Job Corps Center

Provides hands-on career technical training in high growith industries and can help individuals get a GED or high school diploma if do not already have one. Program also offers career planning, on-the-job training, job placement, driver's education and English language learning, along with benefits including residential housing, food service, health and dental care, a bi-weekly basic living allowance, and a clothing allowance.

Who is eligible: Disadvantaged youth aged 16 to 24

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 909-887-6305 | Email: NationalOffice@jobcorps.gov | Website: inlandempire.jobcorps.gov

Address: 3173 Kerry Street, San Bernardino, CA 92407


Interim Healthcare

Provides skilled care in home, including nursing services, physical therapy and medical social workers.

Who is eligible: Families in need of home health care services

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-395-1700 | Email: info@interimhealthcare.com | Website: http://www.interimhealthcare.com/california

Address: 4801 Truxtun Avenue , Bakersfield, CA 93309


Internal Revenue Service

Provides the following services: Application for Taxpayer Assistance Order (ATAO) Copies of tax returns and transcripts (Available for current year and three years prior) Federal and State Tax Return Preparation (If qualifies for the Earned Income Tax Credit or income is $51,000 or less) Tax forms Tax law assistance Taxpayer identification numbers  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30am-4:30pm Closed for lunch: 12:30pm-1:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-328-4399 | Email: info@irs.gov | Website: www.irs.gov

Address: 212 Coffee Road, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Jamison Children's Center

Provides a 24-hour emergency shelter and protective custody facility.

Who is eligible: Dependent children of the court ages 0-17 years

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:00am-4:00pm Emergency Shelter: 24 Hours

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-334-3500 | Email: oropezk@kerndhs.com | Website: https://www.kcdhs.org/services/child-protective-services/jamison-childrens-center

Address: 1010 Shalimar Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Jasons Retreat - Intensive Outpatient Services

Program provides outpatient services consisting of an initial assessment to determine individual needs and treatment planning, as well as provides drug testing, crisis intervention, case management referrals, and collateral family counseling.

Who is eligible: Adult males and females

Hours: Office hours Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-325-1817 | Email: info@jasonsretreat.com | Website: https://bakersfieldrecoveryservices.com/mens-recovery/

Address: 2917 Eye Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Jasons Retreat Mens Residential Treatment Facility

Provides a men's residential recovery program focused on the 12-Step Alcoholic Anonymous.

Who is eligible: Adult men with substance abuse problems.

Hours: Office hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-306-4765 | Email: info@jasonsretreat.com | Website: https://bakersfieldrecoveryservices.com/mens-recovery/

Address: 600 Bernard Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Jastro Water Spray Park

Provides a water spray park from May through the end of SeptemberSpray Park Hours: May 24, 2025 - September 1, 2025 Tuesday- Sunday  11:00am-6:00pm

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Open 7 days a week from 11:00am-6:00pm during the months of May through September. Park open 5am-10pm daily

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-326-3866 | Email: swim@bakersfieldcity.us | Website: http://www.bakersfieldcity.us/gov/depts/recreation_n_parks/default.htm

Address: 2900 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Jefferson Pool and Water Spray Park

Provides a pool and spray park and swim classes.Spray Park Hours: May 24, 2025 - September 1, 2025 Tuesday- Sunday  11:00am-6:00pm

Who is eligible: Open to the public. Children under the age of 7, and non-swimmers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Children under the age of 5 require one on one adult supervision.

Fees: Swim Fees: $1.00 per person Spray Park: Free

Hours: Swim Hours: 7 days a week 1:00pm to 5:00pm. Spray Park: 6 days a week 11:00am-6:00pm May - September

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-326-3866 | Email: swim@bakersfieldcity.us | Website: http://www.bakersfieldcity.us/gov/depts/recreation_n_parks/default.htm

Address: 801 Bernard Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Jefferson Senior Center

Provides nutritional education, tax and utility rebate assistance, fishing license applications, health presentations, help with Social Security problems, insurance claim forms, Medicare, Medi-Cal, housing, and legal information.This location is also a Senior Nutrition Site which provides daily noon meals and social activities for senior citizens aged 60 and over. 

Who is eligible: Seniors 60 years and older

Fees: Meal Prices suggested donation Senior (60+) $3.00 Non-Seniors $6.00

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am – 1:00pm Closed on Holiday's

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-720-5415 | Email: rjimenez@cityofdelano.org | Website: https://www.cityofdelano.org/642/Senior-Community

Address: 436 Jefferson Street, Delano, CA 93215


Jobs First Center

Program provides job seekers access to information about community resources, employment opportunities, job search assistance. Also provided is access to computers, internet, printer and copier, as well as assistance with resumes and cover letters, and free typing test available to the public every Friday at 2:30pm (Must have photo I.D.).

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-631-6000 | Email: oropezk@kerndhs.com | Website: https://www.kcdhs.org/services/employment-services/job-seeker-services

Address: 100 East California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Junior League Of Bakersfield

Provides volunteer and leadership training to women who are dedicated to improving the community 

Who is eligible: Women who are at least 21 years of age

Fees: New membership fee is $50

Hours: Tuesday and Friday 10:00am-2:00pm Or by appointment

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-322-1671 | Email: info@jlbakersfield.org | Website: https://www.jlbakersfield.org/

Address: 1928 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93303


Juno

Provides internet service.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: $29.95 per month or other plans are available

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Website: www.juno.com


Kaiser Permanente

Provides health insurance coverage as well as health care services to their clients.

Who is eligible: Anyone with medical health care needs.

Fees: Must be Kaiser Permanente insured and fees vary.

Hours: Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-334-2020 | Email: kpfbthrive@gmail.com | Website: www.kaiserpermanente.org

Address: 5055 California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Kern Adult Literacy Council

Provides literacy instruction, English as a second language classes, tutoring to all adults who would like to pass the GED and tutoring for basic education.    

Who is eligible: Must be a Kern County resident without mental disabilities, such as dyslexia or brain trauma.

Hours: Office hours: Monday-Thursday: 9:00am-5:00pm Tutoring hours depend on volunteers.

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-324-3213 | Email: info@kernliteracy.org | Website: https://www.kernliteracy.org

Address: 331 18th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern Around the Clock Foundation Linkages

Program provides professional case management services, information and referral resources, links for disabled seniors and adults to existing community services, and assists clients in maintaining independence.

Who is eligible: Must be at least 18 years old, disabled and in need of assistance with completing ADL's (Activity of Daily Living) and/or IAOL's (Instrumental Activity of Daily Living).

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am to 5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-395-5800 | Email: atcreferals@bakersfieldcare.com | Website: www.bakersfieldcare.com

Address: 5251 Office Park Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Kern Avenue State Preschool

Provides preschool education intended to stimulate intellectual, social, emotional and motor skills development to prepare child for kindergarden.

Who is eligible: Preschoolers and their families.

Fees: For information about eligibility/fee requirements, please call 661-636-4287

Hours: Full Day Monday-Friday:7:30am-5:30pm Half Day Monday-Friday:7:30am-4:15pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-792-2037 | Email: hiramos@kern.org | Website: https://kern.org/early-childhood-education/our-centers/kern-ave-state-preschool/

Address: 492 Kern Avenue, Mc Farland, CA 93250


Kern Council Of Governments

Does not provide direct services. Program is a regional transportation planning agency that coordinates major capital improvement projects among the 11 cities in Kern County, and is responsible for allocating the federal and state funds to implement capital improvement projects. Program also provides the Local Road Safety Plans (LRSPs) which gives an opportunity for the public to leave a comment about safety concerns in their area. Once completed, these plans will help agencied compete for future safety improvement funds manages by the state.

Who is eligible: Governmental agencies, the general public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am to 5:00pm

Languages offered: AT&T multilingual line available, English

Contact: Phone: 661-635-2900 | Website: www.kerncog.org

Address: 1401 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern County 4-H

Provides a youth development program designed to provide young people with experience in citizenship, leadership, and life skills.

Who is eligible: Children in low income homes

Fees: $46.00 fee for youth and $16.00 for adults.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-6235 | Website: www.ca4h.org

Address: 1031 South Mount Vernon Avenue , Bakersfield, CA 93307


Kern County AA

Provides information and assistance to persons with alcohol-related problems.  

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Voluntary Contributions

Hours: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-322-4025 | Email: aacentralofficebakersfield@yahoo.com | Website: www.kerncountyaa.com

Address: 1234 Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern County AA - LGBTQ+ Candlelight meeting

Provides a 12-Step recovery group for gay and lesbians in recovery from alcoholism or other drugs.LGBTQ Center

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Voluntary Contributions

Hours: Every Monday: 7:30 - 8:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-404-5209 | Email: aacentralofficebakersfield@yahoo.com | Website: https://kerncountyaa.com/meetings/

Address: 902 18th street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern County Aging and Adult Services Department

Provides assistance in developing community base care system, forms assistance (SSI, Income Tax, Health Care, etc.), case management, and disaster response.

Who is eligible: Open to individuals age 60+ and disabled adults

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 12:00pm and 1:00pm-5:00pm Closed: 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-868-1000 | Email: aginginfo@kerncounty.com | Website: www.co.kern.ca.us/aas/

Address: 5357 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Kern County Animal Control Division

Program provides shelter, holdings and adoptions, animal license, file animal complaints, disaster response for animal control and sheltering, lost and found animal services, and vaccination for cats and dogs.

Who is eligible: Bakersfield Fruitvale location accommodates only cats and dogs

Fees: No fee for turning in a found animal.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-7100 | Email: animalservices@kerncounty.com | Website: https://www.kerncountyanimalservices.org/

Address: 3951 Fruitvale Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Kern County Animal Shelter - Mojave

Provides shelter for animals, holdings, adoptions and dog license sales.

Who is eligible: Call for information

Hours: Monday-Saturday: 9:00am-4:00pm Closed for lunch from 12:00pm-1:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-824-1030 | Email: animalservices@kerncounty.com | Website: http://www.kerncountyanimalservices.org/

Address: 923 Poole Street, Mojave, CA 93501


Kern County Assessor

Locates all taxable property in the county, identifies the owners, and describes the property. Additionally, the Assessor must determine a value for all taxable property and apply all legal exemptions and exclusions. The Assessor must complete an assessment roll showing the assessed values for all property and maintain records of the above. The Assessor does not set tax amounts or collect taxes.  

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-3485 | Email: assessor@kerncounty.com | Website: http://assessor.co.kern.ca.us/about_a.php

Address: 1115 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern County Assessor Recorder

Provides certified copies for birth, death, and marriages that occur in Kern County. It also records land and land ownership.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Birth certificates-$29, Standard death certificates-$24, Fetal death certificates-$21, Marriage certificates-$17

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm (Except Holidays)

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-6400 | Email: response@kerncounty.com | Website: https://www.recorder.co.kern.ca.us/index.php

Address: 1530 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern County Autism Center

Program provides a 10 acre countryside school for autistic adults. Individuals will participate in vocational training, community involvement, functional academics, communication training, and recreation and leisure skill activities for the clients at the center. Program also provides vans to pick up clients and bring them back to the facility if needed. 

Who is eligible: Autistic adults 18 years and older.

Hours: Office Hours Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-854-4543 | Email: info@kerncountyautismcenter.org | Website: https://kerncountyautismcenter.org/

Address: 14150 Sunset Boulevard, Arvin, CA 93203


Kern County Child Support Services

The Kern County Department of Child Support Services (DCSS) provides a variety of child support services to custodial and non-custodial parents and helps parents fulfill their responsibilities to their children.Services DCSS Provides: Locating a parent to establish paternity and/or child support Establishing, modifying and enforcing a court order for child support Enforcement of child support and spousal support orders Establishing and enforcing medical support (including dental, and vision care) Gentetic TestingServices DCSS Does Not Provide: Handling of custody or visitation matters Handling of divorces Obtaining or enforcing restraining orders Establishment of spousal support ordersThe Ombudsperson helps you resolve issues with your child support case, explains your rights and responsibilities, and explains ways you can get child support services.Responsibilities of the Ombudsperson: To help you with child support issues To assist you in understanding the complaint resolution process before, during, and after the complaint is filed To assist you in preparing for a State hearing You can file a complaint if you are not satisfied with the assistance you are receiving from the county Department of Child Support Services in resolving your child support issuesKids County Resource Center available for public use. Community Resource Information Three Computers with Internet Access Copier/Printer Fax Machine Phone

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: childsupport@kernco.cse.ca.gov | Website: http://www.kerncountychildsupportservices.com/

Address: 3701 North Sillect Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Kern County Children's Dental Health Network

Provides mobile comprehensive dental services.Services include: oral health education screenings plaque level assessments fluoride and sealant applications restorative dental treatments.

Who is eligible: Children ages 0-5 years old.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am- 5:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-546-4901 | Website: https://kern.org/childrens-dental-network/

Address: 1675 Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern County Code Compliance

Provides a complaint division to report abandoned, wrecked, inoperative or dismantled vehicles, building and housing, weed control, public nuisances, solid waste, and unlawful dumping within the county limits. 

Who is eligible: Kern County resident

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-862-8603 | Email: codecompliance@kerncounty.com | Website: https://www.kernpublicworks.com/services/development/code-compliance

Address: 2700 M Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern County Dental Society

Offers assistance with dental referrals and also with complaints against member dentists.  

Who is eligible: Anyone in need of affordable dental assistance

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:30am-5:00pm Friday: 8:30am-12:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-695-9903 | Email: info@kerncountyds.org | Website: http://www.kerncountyds.org/

Address: PO Box 80056, Bakersfield, CA 93380


Kern County District Attorney's Office

Office is responsible for the prosecution of all criminal acts that occur in Kern County in violation of state laws and county ordinances.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-2340 | Email: da@kernda.org | Website: https://www.kerncounty.com/government/departments/district-attorney

Address: 1215 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern County Family Justice Center

Provides multi-agency services available for case management, advocacy, legal assistance, child support or government assistance. Clients can request services online for case management services by completing there online intake form. FJC Online assistance form

Who is eligible: Victims of domestic violence, sexual assault or human trafficking

Hours: Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Walk-ins: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm Closed all County Holidays

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-5950 | Email: kcvs@kernda.org | Website: https://kcfjc.org/

Address: 1300 18th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern County Family Law Division

Provides assistance with handling legal issues related to divorce/dissolution of marriage, child custody and visitation, child support, spousal support, and family support, domestic violence and restraining orders, and elder abuse.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-4:00pm Friday: 8:00am-12:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-610-6400 | Email: FamilyLawExhibits@kern.courts.ca.gov | Website: https://www.kern.courts.ca.gov/divisions/family-law

Address: 1215 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern County Fire Department

Provides emergency services throughout Kern County: fire aide and fire suppression and fire education. Also provides logistical support for fellow fire departments throughout the county.Disaster Response: Bakersfield Fire & Community Emergency Response Team (C.E.R.T.'s)

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am -5:00pm 24 hour emergency Service

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-391-7000 | Email: fireinfo@kerncountyfire.org | Website: http://kerncountyfire.org/

Address: 5642 Victor Street, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Assist business owners access Hispanic marketplace by offering the following services: Marketing Plan(s) Business Plans Business Start-up Assistance Organizational Development Monthly Business Mixers Monthly Workshops and Seminars Business Referral Program Business networking Listing in KCHCC Website Listing in Business/Membership Directory Business Loan Assistance Affordable Advertising, Flyers Information on local, regional, and national Hispanic Markets Resource for Hispanic Demographics Liaison to the Growing Hispanic Market

Who is eligible: Business owner

Fees: Membership vary from $100-$500. Call for more information.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-5:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-633-5495 | Email: mail@kchcc.org | Website: www.kchcc.org

Address: 1601 H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern County Human Services- Shafter

A county department administering public benefits and child welfare services

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-746-8300 | Email: slaglej@kerndhs.com | Website: https://www.kcdhs.org/

Address: 115 Central Valley Highway, Shafter, CA 93263


Kern County Juvenile Probation Department

Provides services to reduce the incidence and impact of criminal behavior of juveniles by developing and operating correctional programs that provide for public protection: Prevention of crime Redirection of offenders Providing investigation  Enforcement services for the courts Holding offenders accountable for criminal conduct Providing assistance to crime victims Monitor the defendant's compliance with the court's orders

Who is eligible: Adolescents and troubled teens. Under 21 years of age.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-4100 | Email: contact@kcpoa.com | Website: www.kernprobation.com

Address: 2005 Ridge Road, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Kern County La Leche League

Provides education, information, and encouragement to women who want to breast feed.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Varies on location and meeting dates. Also provides virtual meetings with times that vary.

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-438-1518 | Website: http://www.lalecheleaguescnv.org/


Kern County Law Library

Provides public access to legal information services, including reference assistance, photocopies, word processing, online services, internet access, Judicial Council Forms via the internet, fax service, typewriter, audio tapes and interlibrary loans.

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Fees: Fees Vary

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am – 12:00pm and 1:00pm – 4:00pm Friday: 8:00am – 12:00 pm for walk-in access, 1:00pm – 3:30 pm for APPOINTMENT ONLY ACCESS

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-610-6325 | Email: library@kern.courts.ca.gov | Website: https://kclawlib.org/

Address: 1415 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern County Museum

Provides an 16 acre museum including school tours, children's workshops and exhibits.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Museum members: Free Adults, Seniors/Military, Children 4-12: $5.00 Children ages 3 and under: Free Groups of 20 or more must make a reservation and will receive a special group rate. Call for more information.

Hours: Wednesday-Sunday: 9:00am-4:00pm (No admission after 3:30pm)

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-437-3330 | Email: bebe@kerncountymuseum.org | Website: https://kerncountymuseum.org/

Address: 3801 Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern County Narcotics Anonymous

Provides narcotic anonymous meetings. Members take part in meetings by talking about their experiences and recovery from drug addiction.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Dates and times vary per location.

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: mikebkernna@yahoo.com | Website: www.kcna.org


Kern County Network for Children

The program works with governments leaders, schools, local business communities and non-profit agencies to address children's issues, including the prevention of child abuse and neglect.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-636-4900 | Email: magomez@kern.org | Website: www.kcnc.org

Address: 1807 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern County Office of Emergency Services

The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is a centralized location to support multi-agency and/or multi-jurisdiction disaster response coordination and communication. On behalf of the Kern Operational Area, the Kern County EOC will serve as the designated point of contact between the jurisdictions within the County, as well as between the State and the Operational Area. Disaster Response: County coordinator for relief efforts and emergency management.

Who is eligible: Open to the public for general information

Fees: Free

Hours: 24 hours/ 7 days per week

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-873-2602 | Email: fireinfo@kerncountyfire.org | Website: https://kerncountyfire.org/education-safety/emergency-plans/

Address: 2601 Panorama Drive , Bakersfield, CA 93306


Kern County Personnel Department

Provides up to date employment information for positions currently available within the county

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm Closed on County Holidays

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-3480 | Email: hr@kerncounty.com | Website: https://www.kerncountyemployees.com/home-employees

Address: 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern County Public Defender

The Public Defender's Office provides legal counsel and representation to indigent criminal defendants who are unable to pay for legal assistance.

Who is eligible: Determined by courts and judges

Fees: None

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-868-4799 | Email: pubdef-web@co.kern.ca.us | Website: http://www.co.kern.ca.us/pubdef/

Address: 1315 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern County Public Works

The Kern County Public Works Department operates seven recycling & sanitary landfills, nine transfer stations, and one bin site. Residents are not charge a waste disposal fee for ordinary household trash.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-862-5100 | Email: waste@kerncounty.com | Website: https://www.kernpublicworks.com/services/solid-waste/overview

Address: 2700 M Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern County Regional Occupational Center

Provides short-term courses that prepare students for entry-level employment in a variety of occupational programs.

Who is eligible: Must be 16 years of age or older (with some exceptions)

Fees: None

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:00am-3:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-831-3327 | Email: david_carter@kern.org | Website: http://roc.kernhigh.org/

Address: 501 South Mt. Vernon Avenue , Bakersfield, CA 93307


Kern County Sheriff's Department

Provides law enforcement in the unincorporated areas of Kern County in addition to the cities of Tehachapi, Wasco, and McFarland.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Office hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm 24/7

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-391-7500 | Email: sheriff@kernsheriff.com | Website: https://www.kernsheriff.org/Contact

Address: 1350 Norris Road, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Kern County Superintendent of Schools

Provides education and programs that advocate for children to school districts, students and the community. Project 180 is a gang prevention program offered for at-risk youth.  

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Fees: Free

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-5:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-636-4000 | Website: http://www.kern.org

Address: 1300 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern County Superior Court - Arvin/Lamont Branch

Provides court services include alternative dispute resolution (ADR) (how to settle civil disputes out of court), civil mediation panel, docents (court volunteers), family law facilitator (assist unrepresented parties in child and spousal support cases), how to prepare for a court appearance (a guide to representing yourself in court), small claims, criminal, felony, misdemeanor, and traffic disputes.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-4:00pm Friday: 8:00am-12:00pm (Court holidays excluded)

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-868-5800 | Email: WMLamont@kern.courts.ca.gov | Website: https://www.kern.courts.ca.gov/general/lamont_contact_information

Address: 12022 Main Street, Lamont, CA 93241


Kern County Superior Court - Bakersfield

Provides court services include alternative dispute resolution (ADR) (how to settle civil disputes out of court), civil mediation panel, docents (court volunteers), family law facilitator (assist unrepresented parties in child and spousal support cases), how to prepare for a court appearance (a guide to representing yourself in court), small claims, criminal, felony, misdemeanor, and traffic disputes.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-4:00pm Friday: 8:00am-12:00pm (Court holidays excluded)

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-868-5393 | Email: WMadmin@kern.courts.ca.gov | Website: https://www.kern.courts.ca.gov/general/metropolitan_division_contact_information

Address: 1415 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern County Superior Court - Delano/McFarland

Provides court services include alternative dispute resolution (ADR) (how to settle civil disputes out of court), civil mediation panel, docents (court volunteers), family law facilitator (assist unrepresented parties in child and spousal support cases), how to prepare for a court appearance (a guide to representing yourself in court), small claims, criminal, felony, misdemeanor, and traffic disputes.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-4:00pm Friday: 8:00am-12:00pm (court holidays excluded)

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-610-7300 | Email: WMDelano@kern.courts.ca.gov | Website: https://www.kern.courts.ca.gov/general/delano_contact_information

Address: 1122 Jefferson Street, Delano, CA 93215


Kern County Superior Court - Mojave Branch

Provides court services include alternative dispute resolution (ADR) (how to settle civil disputes out of court), civil mediation panel, docents (court volunteers), family law facilitator (assist unrepresented parties in child and spousal support cases), how to prepare for a court appearance (a guide to representing yourself in court), small claims, criminal, felony, misdemeanor, and traffic disputes.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-4:00pm Friday: 8:00am-12:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-824-7100 | Email: WMMojave@kern.courts.ca.gov | Website: https://www.kern.courts.ca.gov/general/mojave_contact_information

Address: 1773 State Highway 58, Mojave, CA 93501


Kern County Superior Court - Ridgecrest Branch

Provides court services include alternative dispute resolution (ADR) (how to settle civil disputes out of court), civil mediation panel, docents (court volunteers), family law facilitator (assist unrepresented parties in child and spousal support cases), how to prepare for a court appearance (a guide to representing yourself in court), small claims, criminal, felony, misdemeanor, and traffic disputes.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-4:00pm Friday:8:00am-12:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 760-384-5900 | Email: WMRidgecrest@kern.courts.ca.gov | Website: https://www.kern.courts.ca.gov/general/ridgecrest_contact_information

Address: 132 East Coso Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Kern County Superior Court - Shafter/Wasco Branch

Provides court services include alternative dispute resolution (ADR) (how to settle civil disputes out of court), civil mediation panel, docents (court volunteers), family law facilitator (assist unrepresented parties in child and spousal support cases), how to prepare for a court appearance (a guide to representing yourself in court), small claims, criminal, felony, misdemeanor, and traffic disputes.

Who is eligible: open to all

Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm Friday 8:00am-12:00pm (court holidays excluded)

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661- 610-7200 | Email: WMShafter@kern.courts.ca.gov | Website: kern.courts.ca.gov/general/shafter_contact_information

Address: 325 Central Valley Highway, Shafter, CA 93263


Kern County Veterans Services Department

Provides assistance to veterans, survivors, and their dependents by obtaining benefits available through federal, state & local agencies. The department does not have cash or shelter available. 

Who is eligible: Veterans with honorable discharge, survivors, and their dependents.

Hours: Monday -Thursday: 8:00am-12:00pm 1:00pm-5:00pm Friday: 8:00am-12:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-7300 | Email: kernvets@kerncounty.com | Website: www.co.kern.ca.us/veterans

Address: 1120 Golden State Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern Family Health Care

Provides a local health plan for Medi-Cal managed care in Kern County (with the exception of Ridgecrest). Offers a 24-hour nurse line, eyeglasses, variety of specialist, podiatrists, hearing tests, and transportation assistance to it's members.Members needing transportation assistance in Delano need to contact Kern Family 5 days in advance.

Who is eligible: Medi-Cal eligible

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: Access to language interpreters in more than 150 languages, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-632-1590 | Email: kernhealthsystems@gmail.com | Website: www.kernfamilyhealthcare.com

Address: 2900 Buck Owens Boulevard, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Kern Health Consumer Center

Provides consumer assistance and legal advice or representation to individuals experiencing barriers with healthcare eligibility, appeals, and services for:  Medicare, MediCal, Covered California, Kern Medical Center Health Plans and private insurance. Also assist with medical billing and affordability guidance.*Does not provide financial assistance. 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm Closed for lunch from 12:00pm-1:00pm

Languages offered: Multi-lingual , English

Contact: Phone: 661-325-5943 | Website: https://www.gbla.org/services/health-public-benefits/

Address: 615 California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Kern High School District

Provides general information regarding administration and programs for district schools located in Bakersfield (including Arvin and Shafter). The Kern High School District is California's largest grades 9-12 high school district with 18 comprehensive high schools serving more than 39,000 students.

Who is eligible: high school grades 9-12

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-827-3100 | Email: titleix@kernhigh.org | Website: http://www.kernhigh.org/

Address: 5801 Sundale Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Kern Humane Society

Provides vouchers for neutering and spaying pets, $50.00 off first vet visit for injured pets. Vouchers are accepted by most Kern County Veterinarians. Varies upon availability.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday: 9:00am-2:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-325-2589 | Email: fb2173@aol.com | Website: https://www.kerncountyanimalservices.org/pages/kern-county-animal-shelter-bakersfield/

Address: 2111 Brundage Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Kern Indian Education & Community Resource Center

Provides resource and referral information, assistance with Tribal TANF (Temporary Aid for Needy Families),supportive services, prevention activities, free events, family literacy, early childhood education, tutoring, and job search assistance to eligible Native American families.

Who is eligible: Any Native American student/ family within Kern County is eligible to receive KIEC services.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Navajo, Pakanapul

Contact: Phone: 661-323-1086 | Email: info@ovcdc.com | Website: http://www.ovcdc.com/kern-indian-education/

Address: 1001 Tower Way , Bakersfield, CA 93309


Kern Medical Center

Provides health care services for the community. Also provides financial screening to see if you are eligible for a government-sponsored health program (i.e. Medi-Cal/Medicaid, Medicare, disability), or short-term interest free payment arrangements.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Emergency services: 24/7 Administrative hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: Multilingual, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-326-2000 | Email: emrap@kernmedical.com | Website: http://www.kernmedical.com/

Address: 1700 Mt Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Kern Mosquito And Vector Control District

Provides mosquito, rat control and dead bird reporting in order to prevent a health hazard in the following Kern County cities: Arvin, Bakersfield, BUttonwillow, Lamont, Shafter, and Wasco. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:00am-3:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-589-2744 | Email: kmvcd@kernmosquito.com | Website: https://www.kernmosquito.com/

Address: 4705 Allen Road, Bakersfield, CA 93314


Kern Motorist Aid Authority Emergency Call-Box System

Provides roadside call boxes for drivers who require assistance after a vehicle breakdown or other non-emergency situation on designated state highways throughout Kern County.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: No information has been provided by Agency

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-635-2900 | Website: https://www.kerncog.org/motorist-aid-program/

Address: 1401 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Kern Regional Center

Provides assessment to determine eligibility of any individual who may have a developmental disability. Eligibility would permit participation in either the regular case management program or the Early Start program, depending upon the age. The assessment typically consists of a social, psychological and medical evaluation. 

Who is eligible: Individuals at risk of developing a disability or have a disability.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm 24 hour emergency contact

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-327-8531 | Email: krcmail@kernrc.com | Website: http://www.kernrc.org/contact-us

Address: 3200 North Sillect Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Kern Regional Center - Bakersfield

Provides a social and psychological assessment, and medical evaluation. Kern Regional Center’s purpose is to provide supports and services to individuals with developmental disabilities to help them achieve an independent, productive, and satisfying life.

Who is eligible: Individuals at risk of developing a disability or have a disability.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-327-8531 | Email: krcmail@kernrc.com | Website: www.kernrc.org

Address: 3200 North Sillect Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Kern Regional Center - Delano

Provides a social and psychological assessment, and medical evaluation. Kern Regional Center’s purpose is to provide supports and services to individuals with developmental disabilities to help them achieve an independent, productive, and satisfying life.

Who is eligible: Individuals at risk of developing a disability or have a disability.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-725-2127 | Email: krcmail@kernrc.com | Website: www.kernrc.org

Address: 601 South High Street , Delano, CA 93215


Kern Regional Center - Ridgecrest

 Provides a social and psychological assessment, and medical evaluation.

Who is eligible: Individuals at risk of developing a disability or have a disability.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 760-375-9512 | Email: krcmail@kernrc.com | Website: https://www.kernrc.org/

Address: 825 North Downs Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Kern Regional Center - Tehachapi

Provides an assessment to determine eligibility of any individual who may have a developmental disability. Assessment consists of a social, psychological, and medical evaluation.Kern Regional Center’s purpose is to provide supports and services to individuals with developmental disabilities to help them achieve an independent, productive, and satisfying life.

Who is eligible: Persons with or at risk of having a developmental disability.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-822-1288 | Email: krcmail@kernrc.com | Website: www.kernrc.org

Address: 20031 West Valley Boulevard, Tehachapi, CA 93561


Kern River Health Center - Wofford Heights

Provides health, medical, and lab services to all members of the community, as well as women's health services and Women, Infant, and Children (WIC). 

Who is eligible: No information has been provided by Agency.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 833-678-2781 | Email: tim.calahan@clinicasierravista.org | Website: https://www.clinicasierravista.org/locations/kern-river-health-center/

Address: 67 Evans Road, Wofford Heights, CA 93285


Kern River Valley Branch Library

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Tuesday – Thursday: 10:00am – 7:00pm Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm Saturday: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 760-549-2083 | Email: info@kernlibrary.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 7054 Lake Isabella Boulevard , Lake Isabella, CA 93240


Kern River Valley Family Resource Center

Provides support services: health insurance application assistance, HEAP/utility referrals, legal assistance,case management for pregnant women and families 0-5, parenting classes (court approved). Also has a domestic violence advocacy. Referral services available for local and out of the area providers for medical, dental, mental health, employment training and job search, food, shelter, and developmental screening.

Who is eligible: Open to the public. Developmental screening for children 0-5.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 760-379-2556 | Email: publiccomment@kernvilleusd.org | Website: www.kernvilleusd.org

Address: 2810 Nuggett Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA 93240


Kern Rx Return

Provides a free community receptacle for disposal of unused, unwanted or expired prescription and over-the-counter medications. Receptacles are located at local pharmacies and law enforcement agencies.**To return home generated needles, syringes or sharps please locate the nearest Kern County Public Works Special Waste Facilityhttps://kernpublicworks.com/hazardous-waste/

Who is eligible: Free to the public

Fees: No fee

Languages offered: English and Spanish, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-868-8043 | Email: DrugFreeKern@KernBHRS.org | Website: https://kernrxreturn.org/

Address: PO Box 1000, Bakersfield, CA 93302


Kern Valley Hospital - Lake Isabella

Provides medical and emergency services. Hospital consists of a 24-bed acute care with a 3-bed ICU unit and a 74 bed skilled nursing facility.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: Accepts all major private insurance plans as well as Medicare, Medi-Cal and a number of other government programs.

Hours: Emergency Room: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 760-379-2681 | Email: question@kvhd.org | Website: www.kvhd.org

Address: 6412 Laurel Avenue, Mountain Mesa, CA 93240


Kern Valley State Prison

Provides a correctional facility, houses individual convicted of a crime, and offers rehabilitating programs to inmates while incarcerated.

Who is eligible: No information has been provided by Agency.

Hours: Open 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-721-6300 | Website: www.cdcr.ca.gov/Facilities_Locator/KVSP.html

Address: 3000 West Cecil Avenue, Delano, CA 93216


Kindred Hospice

Program provides admission with a physicians, expert nursing care, pain and symptom management, coverage of medications, equipment and supplies related to the terminal disease, emotional and spiritual support, volunteer support and comprehensive bereavement care. Referrals taken 24/7.

Who is eligible: Patients must have life limiting illness with a life expectancy of six months or less.

Hours: Open 24/7

Languages offered: Spanish, English, Tagalog, English, Spanish, Tagalog

Contact: Phone: 661-324-1232 | Website: https://www.gentivahs.com/

Address: 5001 East Commercenter Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Knuckle up ministries

Highland Chapel offers food service to qualifying senior citizens.

Who is eligible: Seniors over 60 years of age with limited income.

Fees: $2.00 fee per person.

Hours: Senior Sack Program: 1st & 3rd Friday of every month.

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 760-379-2120 | Email: info@knuckleupministries.org | Website: https://www.knuckleupministries.org/

Address: 5301 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Lake Isabella, CA 93240


Koinonia Family Prevention Services- Bakersfield

Cal AIM Community Supports Housing NavigationOffers housing and community support services to eligible Medi-Cal members through Cal AIM program.Helps individuals and families experiencing homelessness or housing instability with:· Housing Navigation: One-on-one support to find and apply for safe, stable housing· Housing Deposits: Financial help with move-in costs like deposits and utilities· Tenancy Support: Ongoing case management to maintain housing and connect to resourcesProgram does not provide rental assistance. Support through Medi-Cal managed care is a process.-------------------------------------------------------------------Who Is Eligible?To be eligible for ECM, you must be enrolled in a Medi-Cal managed care health plan and experiencing homelessness or are at risk of homelessness. If you're in one of these situations, we can help you figure out what you need and make a plan to get you into a permanent home. To find out if you qualify, contact us today. To find out if you qualify, contact us today. We can help you determine your eligibility and get you connected with a Housing Navigator. We work with the following Medi-Cal Managed Care Plans: Kaiser Permanente and Anthem Blue Shield

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: | Email: ECM@kfh.org | Website: www.kfh.org/ecm

Address: 4600 American Avenue East, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Koinonia Family Prevention Services- Tehachapi

Koinonia Family Services offers free housing and community support services to eligible Medi-Cal members through California’s CalAIM program. We help individuals and families experiencing homelessness or housing instability with:● Housing Navigation: One-on-one support to find and apply for safe, stable housing.● Housing Deposits: Financial help with move-in costs like deposits and utilities.● Tenancy Support: Ongoing case management to maintain housing and connect to resourcesKoinonia Family Services Enhanced Care Management (ECM) program provides comprehensive, person-centered care for Medi-Cal members with complex physical, behavioral, and social needs.They connect individuals to housing support, primary care, mental health and substance use services, and community resources.The focus includes those experiencing or at risk of homelessness, serious mental illness, substance use, frequent ER visits, high-risk pregnancies, or recent institutional discharge. The program aims to improve long-term health outcomes and stability through proactive, coordinated support.

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: | Email: ECM@kfh.org | Website: www.kfh.org/ecm

Address: 20432 Valley Boulevard, Tehachapi, CA 93561


L Street Clinic

Provides an outpatient clinic that offers case management, medication, and crisis support to adolescents with substance abuse problems. 

Who is eligible: Adolescents ages 12-20 years old with substance use disorders

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-6100 | Email: info@kernbhrs.org | Website: https://www.kernbhrs.org/copy-of-adolescent-treatment-team

Address: 1401 L Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Labor Department

Provides both workers and employers with information and rights regarding labor issues.

Who is eligible: open to all

Fees: call for more information

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-587-3060 | Email: DIRInfo@dir.ca.gov | Website: www.dir.ca.gov

Address: 7718 Meany Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Lactation Consultants

Provides individualized and complete prenatal care for home births, including water birth, personalized prenatal care and education. Also, provides breastfeeding consultation for expecting mothers or mothers with newborns.

Who is eligible: Open to all women

Hours: Times and location vary.

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-809-6089 | Email: kcbc.breastfeedingmatters@gmail.com | Website: https://kernbreastfeeding.wixsite.com/kcbc


Lake Isabella Animal Shelter

Provides shelter for animals, adoption, lost pet/pet redemption, licensing, spay and neuter assistance, vaccinations, micro-chipping, owner turn-in/surrender, stray animal intake, and volunteer opportunities. 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 760-378-1131 | Email: animalservices@kerncounty.com | Website: http://www.kerncountyanimalservices.org/

Address: 14891 Highway 178, Lake Isabella, CA 93240


Lake Isabella Senior Center

Provides a food commodity distribution. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Hours: Distribution: 4th Monday of every month 8:30am-10:30am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: P.O. BOX 2844, Lake Isabella, CA 93240


Lake Isabella Senior Center

Provides daily noon meals, meal delivery program and social activites for senior citizens.

Who is eligible: 60 years and older

Fees: Seniors will not be denied service due to inability to make a donation.

Hours: Senior Center: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 2:00pm Daily Lunch: Monday-Friday 11:30am

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 760-379-5831 | Email: nutritioninfo@kerncounty.com | Website: https://www.kerncounty.com/government/aging-adult-services/services/senior-nutrition

Address: 6401 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Lake Isabella, CA 93240


Lamont /Weedpatch Family Success Center

Provides food referrals, learning activities, parent support and social services, parenting/family development classes, case management, health and wellness services, kindergarten transition activities, developmental screening, and pre-kindergarten registration. Also provides translation services, assist filling out school forms, Medical and CalFresh applications. 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Office Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-7:00pm Lamont Collaborative Meetings- Every second Thursday of the month (locations vary) Food referrals, resource center will inform client location and time to pick up food.

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-845-2724 | Email: avaldes@lesd.us | Website: http://www.lwfrc.org/

Address: 7915 Burgundy Avenue, Lamont, CA 93241


Lamont Adult Behavioral Health Center

Provides assessment, individual and group counseling, rehabilitation and recovery services, family counseling, psychiatric services, medication management, and a variety of diagnostic and advocacy services.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-6:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-845-3717 | Website: www.clinicasierravista.org

Address: 8933 Panama Road Suite 101-103, Lamont, CA 93241


Lamont Behavioral Health Center: Children and Family Services

Provides counseling, case management, psychiatric evaluations, and medication support.

Who is eligible: Teens and children

Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30am-6:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-845-5100 | Email: info@clinicasierravista.org | Website: www.clinicasierravista.org

Address: 10417 Main Street, Lamont, CA 93241


Lamont Branch Library

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Tuesday – Thursday: 10:00am – 7:00pm Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm Saturday: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-845-3471 | Email: info@kerncountylibrary.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 8304 Segrue Road, Lamont, CA 93241


Lamont Child Development Center

Provide child development programs to children.

Who is eligible: Children 2 to 5 years of age, potty trained

Fees: For information about eligibility/fee requirements, please call 661-636-4287

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-5:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-845-1015 | Website: https://kern.org/early-childhood-education/our-centers/lamont-child-development-center/

Address: 9615 Main Street, Lamont, CA 93241


Lamont Club

Provides recreational activities including fine art, computer education, competitive sports, community awareness programs, after school programs, referrals to services for at risk youth, and a youth training and summer job program.  

Who is eligible: Children 5-17 years of age.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-6:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-845-4253 | Email: info@bgclubsofkerncounty.org | Website: www.bgclubsofkerncounty.org

Address: 8301 Segrue Road, Lamont, CA 93241


Lamont Community Dental Center

Program provides a variety of afforable dental services.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-635-3050 | Email: tim.calahan@clinicasierravista.org | Website: https://www.clinicasierravista.org/programs-services/affordable-dental-care-services/

Address: 8787 Hall Road, Lamont, CA 93241


Lamont Community Health Center

Provides adult behavioral and mental health services including: psychiatric evaluation, medication management and case management. Offers a discount voucher for those who qualify for the program Operation Car Seat.

Who is eligible: Low income

Hours: Monday-Saturday: 8:00am-7:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 833-678-2781 | Website: www.clinicasierravista.org

Address: 8787 Hall Road, Lamont, CA 93241


Lamont Probation Department

Provides services to reduce the incidence and impact of criminal behavior of juveniles and adults by developing and operating correctional programs that provide for public protection: Prevention of crime Redirection of offenders Providing investigation  Enforcement services for the courts Holding offenders accountable for criminal conduct Providing assistance to crime victims Monitor the defendant's compliance with the court's orders

Who is eligible: Individuals on probation. Lamont residents.

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-3:00pm Friday: 8:00am-12:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-5783 | Email: jamisonr@kernprobation.org | Website: www.kernprobation.com

Address: 12022 Main Street, Lamont, CA 93241


Lamont School Readiness Initiative Program - Lamont School District

Provides family support, early childhood education, and Kindergarten transition assistance to help ensure that every child in Lamont and Weedpatch enters school ready to learn. 

Who is eligible: Families of students in the Lamont School District.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-845-2724 | Email: jwood@lesd.us | Website: http://www.lwfrc.org/programs-and-services/sri

Address: 7839 Burgundy Avenue, Lamont, CA 93241


Lamont Sheriff Substation

Provides law enforcement services.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Office Hours Monday- Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm 24 hour emergency services

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-868-5751 | Email: sheriff@kernsheriff.org | Website: https://www.kernsheriff.org/

Address: 12022 Main Street, Lamont, CA 93241


LandMark Dental Downtown

Provides primary and preventative dental care.

Who is eligible: Twelve years and older

Fees: Medi-Cal accepted for dentures only, PPO

Hours: Monday: 12:00pm-4:00pm Tuesday- Friday: 7:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-322-4732 | Email: info@landmarkdentaldowntown.com | Website: https://www.landmarkdentaldowntown.com/

Address: 2200 Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Language Line Services - TeleInterpreters

Provides access to an over-the-phone interpreter within seconds, available in more than 240 languages with a pay-as-you-go service, no membership fees. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Audio calls: $3.95/minute Video calls: $4.95/minute

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: More than 240 languages and American Sign Language, English

Contact: Phone: 800-752-6096 | Email: customercare@languageline.com | Website: www.languageline.com

Address: 1 Lower Ragsdale Drive, Monterey, CA 93940


LawHelpCA.org

Provides information about common legal issues, and a directory of pre-screened organizations that offer free or low cost legal advice and representation.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Can access website 24/7

Languages offered: Multilingual

Contact: | Website: http://lawhelpcalifornia.org/


Legacy

Provides outpatient behavioral services such as: anger management, domestic violence (perpetrators only), foster care services, martial, family and individual counseling. Also provides The Parent Project, which consists of a 10 to 16 week course for parents of out-of-control children.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-861-1133 | Email: admin@legacybehavioral.com | Website: http://legacyfamilyservices.com

Address: 1800 Westwind Drive , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Lerdo Detention Division

Provides a detention facility operated by the Kern County Sheriff's Office. The facility has a maximum capacity of 1232 inmates. Pre-Trial houses both male and female inmates. In addition to providing housing for county inmates, the Kern County Sheriff's Office is in contract with other State and Federal agencies to house their inmates. These inmates are predominantly housed at the Pre-Trial facility.

Who is eligible: California inmates

Fees: N/A

Hours: Business Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Facility: Tuesday-Sunday: 11:00am-2:00pm, 5:00pm-8:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-391-7500 | Email: sheriff@kernsheriff.org | Website: https://www.kernsheriff.org/Pre_Trial_Facility

Address: 17695 Industrial Farm Road, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Life House Church

Provides a food pantry site

Hours: Distribution: 1st Friday of the month 9:00am-11:00am

Contact:

Address: 1725 11th Avenue, , CA 93215


LifeLine California Telephone Services

Provides discounted basic home phone service to qualified households including unlimited local calls.

Who is eligible: Must be enrolled in one of the following programs
Medicaid/Medi-Cal
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Federal Public Housing Assistance or Section 8
CalFresh, Food Stamps or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Women, Infants and Children Program (WIC)
National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
1. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs)
2. Stanislaus County Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (StanWORKs)
3. Welfare-to-Work (WTW)
4. Greater Avenues for Independence (GAIN)
Tribal TANF
Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance
Head Start Income Eligible (Tribal Only)
Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations
Federal Veterans and Survivors Pension Benefit Program

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-7:00pm (PST)

Languages offered: English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Hmong, Cambodian, Tagalog, Laotian

Contact: Phone: 866-272-0357 | Email: lifelinehelpdesk@rhainc.com | Website: www.californialifeline.com

Address: 505 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94102


Los Angeles Job Corps Center

Program provides a no-cost education and career technical training program. Provides technical and academic training, vocational training, work experience, counseling, and other support services.  

Who is eligible: Low income youth ages 16-24

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 213-748-0135 | Email: NationalOffice@jobcorps.gov | Website: http://losangeles.jobcorps.gov/

Address: 1020 South Olive Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015


Lost Hills Community Center

Provides a food distribution site. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Hours: Every 3rd Friday of each month from 11:00am-12:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: 21109 CA-46, Lost Hills, CA 93249


Lost Hills Family Resource Center

Program provides early education and child development services. Also available: community meetings, case management, food baskets, clothing, school supplies, car seats, developmental screening, and personal hygiene items.  

Who is eligible: Children 0-5.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-4:00pm Summer Hours: Monday-Friday: 6:30am-3:00pm Food Commodity: Every third Friday: 11:00am-12:30pm (at Lost Hills Park)

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-797-3042 | Email: marcorde@losthills.k12.ca.us | Website: http://losthills.k12.ca.us

Address: 14823 Office Lane, Lost Hills, CA 93249


Lost Hills Wonderful Park

Provides a food distribution site. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Distribution: 2nd Tuesday of the month 4-6pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: 14688 Lost Hills Rd., Lost Hills, CA 93249


Low Income Public Housing

An independent, local government agency providing safe, affordable housing to thousands of Kern County residents through special programs serving families, individuals, senior citizens, Veterans, the disabled, homeless persons, farm workers and emancipated foster youth

Who is eligible: Low to moderate income families.

Fees: Rents are based on 30% of the tenant’s monthly net adjusted income or ceiling rents, based on the size of the unit – whichever is less. Families must pay a minimum of $50.00 for rent each month.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-631-8500 | Email: hkimmel@kernha.org | Website: www.kernha.org

Address: 601 24th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Manna From Heaven Ministries

Provides a food distribution.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Distribution: Every Thursday 2:30pm-4:00pm

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 120 Kentucky Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Mansion of Life

Provides a food distribution site.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Every 3rd Friday of the month from 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: 1314 Oswell Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Marriage Licensing

Provides public and confidential marriage licenses to the public.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: Public License is $101.00 Confidential License is $123.00

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-3:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-868-3588 | Email: assessor@kerncounty.com | Website: http://www.kerncountyclerk.com/en/Marriage/Information.aspx

Address: 1115 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Mary K. Shell Center

Provides evaluation, prevention, diagnosis and treatment of mental, emotional and behavioral health issues.

Who is eligible: Adults requiring mental health services.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-8080 | Email: rripley@kernbhrs.org | Website: https://www.kernbhrs.org/

Address: 2151 College Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Mastering Abilities Riding Equines Therapeutic Riding Center

Provides therapeutic horseback riding for people with disabilities.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Sunday: 8:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-589-1877 | Email: Info@MareRidingCenter.com | Website: https://www.mareridingcenter.com/

Address: 18200 Johnson Road, Bakersfield, CA 93314


Materials Lab

Provides a variety of resources and reference materials for research and class planning. Lab is equipped with a variety of research tools including: computers, projectors, copy machines, laminators, binding machines, and consumables like construction paper, glues, and classroom decoration.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: $7.00 per hour fee for services

Hours: Tuesday and Thursday: 10:30am-7:00pm Wednesday and Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm Saturday: 10:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-636-4783 | Website: https://kern.org/instructional-services/materials-lab/

Address: 2020 K Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health

Provides a vast variety of information and programs regarding women's health and mental health, prenatal care for expectant mothers, as well as other health, mental health, and youth services for children and adolescents.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-321-3000 | Email: publichealth@kerncounty.com | Website: Kernpublichealth.com

Address: 1800 Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Mc Murtrey Aquatic Center

Provides a recreational pool and a 50-meter competition pool. Other amenities include a double water slide, a water volley ball area, and a designed interactive wet play equipment. Also provides swim classes, water safety education program and child/infant CPR courses available.  

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Hours: Aquatic Office Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm *Aquatic center usually opens the weekend of Memorial Day

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-326-3866 | Email: ComPks@bakersfieldcity.us | Website: www.bakersfieldcity.us

Address: 1325 Q Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


McFarland Branch Library

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Tuesday – Thursday: 10:00am – 7:00pm Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm Saturday: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-792-2318 | Email: info@kerncountylibrary.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 500 West Kern Avenue, Mc Farland, CA 93250


McFarland Family Resource Center

Provides parent support and social services, parenting/family development classes, case management, kindergarten transition activities and pre- kindergarten registration, and developmental screening. Social services include but are not limited to: Translation services, clothing, rent and utility assistance (pending funding).* Do not refer for rent and utility assistance. Out of funding.

Who is eligible: Residents of McFarland.
Developmental screening for children 0-5.

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-4:00pm Collaborative Meeting: 2nd Tuesday of the month

Languages offered: English and Spanish, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-792-1883 | Email: mperez@mcfarland.k12.ca.us | Website: www.mcfarlandusd.com

Address: 410 East Perkins Avenue, Mc Farland, CA 93250


McFarland Recreation And Park District

Program offers two community parks, a swimming pool, gym, office and community center. Also offers, year-round programs for people of all ages including pre-school "fun-skills", soccer, cross-county, flag football, basketball, track, swim lessons, public swimming, aerobics, aqua aerobics, Saturday night activity programs, teen travel, senior travel and senior meal programs.

Who is eligible: Open

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-4:30pm, closed 12:00pm-1:00pm Friday: Closed

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-792-3187 | Email: jnickell@mcfarlandrpd.com | Website: https://www.mcfarlandrpd.com/

Address: 100 South Second Street, Mcfarland, CA 93250


Meadows Field Airport

Provides nonstop flights to Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Phoenix and San Francisco and one-stop flights to hundreds of domestic and international destinations on United Airlines and American Airlines

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Daily 3:00am-1:30am

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-391-1800 | Email: meadowsfield@kerncounty.com | Website: www.meadowsfield.com

Address: 3701 Wings Way , Bakersfield, CA 93308


Meals on Wheels of Kern County Aging and Adult Services

Provides home delivered meals to persons 60 years or older who are homebound (by reasons of illness, incapacitation, disability or isolation) and unable to leave their homes to participate in the congregate meals. There is currently a waiting List, call to get added. 

Who is eligible: Seniors 60 and over

Fees: Donation requested but not required

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-12:00pm, 1:00pm-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-868-1000 | Email: aginginfo@kerncounty.com | Website: https://www.kerncounty.com/government/aging-adult-services/services/senior-nutrition/meals-on-wheels

Address: 5357 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Medi-Cal

Provides healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance for income eligible households. Offers assistance with enrollment applications. Medi-Cal is the state Medicaid public health insurance program.

Who is eligible: Must meet the federal and state income and property guidelines

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-631-6000 | Email: oropezk@kerndhs.com | Website: https://www.kcdhs.org/services/apply-for-benefits/medi-cal

Address: 100 East California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Medical Baseline Allowance

Provides resources, support, and additional savings for residential customers who rely on medical-related equipment, have a life-threatening illness, compromised immune system or is seriously disabled.Benefits Financial Savings: Receive additional energy at the lowest price on your current rate. Extra Support: Get additional notifications ahead of Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS), which may include extra phone calls and/or a doorbell ring.Are you eligible? You may be eligible if you use medical equipment or have a medical condition with specific heating or cooling needs(e.g., multiple sclerosis, scleroderma or other medical conditions that require heating or cooling to sustain life or prevent medical deterioration).Some of the Eligible Medical Devices:Motorized wheelchairs, CPAP machines, respirators, dyalisis machines 

Who is eligible: To qualify for Medical Baseline Program, a full-time resident in your home must have a qualifying medical condition and/or require use of a qualifying medical device to treat ongoing medical conditions.

Hours: Open 24 hours

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 1-800-743-5000 | Email: CIACMC@pge.com | Website: https://www.pge.com/medicalbaseline

Address: PG&E Billing Center Attention: Medical Baseline, Stockton, CA 95208


Medi-cal Dental

The Medi-Cal Program currently offers dental services as one of the program's many benefits. Under the guidance of the California Department of Health Care Services, Medi-Cal Dental aims to provide Medi-Cal members with access to high-quality dental care.Dental Directory

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Website: https://dental.dhcs.ca.gov/

Address: PO Box 997413, Sacramento, CA 95899


Medically Vulnerable Infant Program

MVIP provides early intervention services for babies from birth to age three who are at risk for developmental problems because of medical conditions or complications surrounding the pregnancy or birth. The program provides intensive home visting, ongoing developmental assessments, infant assessments, education on infant care, safey, child development, and the infant's special needs, support and encouragenment, facilitating healthcare coordination, and providing referrals and resource information to link families to valuable community services.

Who is eligible: Children up to 3 years old who meet the program's medical criteria. Call to see if eligible.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 833-678-2781 | Website: www.clinicasierravista.org

Address: 625 34th St Suite 100 and 200, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Memorial Hospital

Provides a full service hospital with a 24-hour emergency room and acute care center, chest pain center, surgical center, home health care and skilled nursing care, cardiac, vascular, neurological/ neurosurgical, orthopedic, general surgery, cardiology, obstetrics and outpatient services after delivery.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm 24 hours a day, 7 days a week emergency services

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-327-4647 | Email: ccn@dignityhealth.org | Website: www.bakersfieldmemorial.org

Address: 420 34th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Mercy Hospital

Provides a full service hospital with 24-hour emergency services available.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Administration hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm 24 hours a day, 7 days a week emergency services

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-632-5000 | Email: ccn@dignityhealth.org | Website: https://www.dignityhealth.org/central-california/locations/mercy-bakersfield

Address: 2215 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Mercy Memorial Home Health and Hospice Services

Program provides total care for patients that have recently been discharged from the hospital or homebound individuals in need of short-term, skilled nursing, or therapeutic care. Services include; physical therapy, skilled nursing, occupational therapy, medical social worker, speech therapy and home health aides.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: Multilingual

Contact: Phone: 661-632-5050 | Email: ccn@dignityhealth.org | Website: https://www.dignityhealth.org/central-california/locations/memorial-hospital/services/home-health

Address: 1600 D Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Mercy Outreach Center

Program provides hot meals open to the public on a first come first serve basis

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: No fee

Hours: Hot meals every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 8:15am and 3:15pm

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-325-2995 | Email: ccn@dignityhealth.org | Website: www.dignityhealth.org

Address: 1102 South Robinson Street, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Mercy Southwest Hospital

Provides a full service hospital with 24-hour emergency services available.  

Who is eligible: No information has been provided by Agency.

Hours: Administration hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm 24 hours a day, 7 days a week emergency services

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-663-6000 | Email: ccn@dignityhealth.org | Website: https://www.dignityhealth.org/central-california/locations/mercy-bakersfield

Address: 400 Old River Road, Bakersfield, CA 93311


Migrant Childcare Alternative Payment Program

Program provides child care services to migrant agriculturally working families.

Who is eligible: Migrant: Move at least once every twelve months or intend to move for agricultural work purpose.
Agricultural Worker: Work in agriculture, and earn at least fifty percent (50%) of their total gross income from employment in fishing, agriculture or agricultural related employment.
Income: Family’s adjusted monthly income is at or below eighty-five percent (85%) of the state median income; as adjusted for family size.
Eligibility: children between 0 and 12 years of age and up to age 21 if a child has special needs or is disabled.
Need: Parents must be working, seeking employment, incapacitated, homeless and seeking permanent housing or attending vocational training.


Fees: Dependent on family size and income.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: | Email: smagana@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/programs/migrant-ap-child-care/

Address: 5351 Olive Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Mijoy's Promise

Provides affordable shared room housing which include all utilities, WIFI/internet, and drug and alcohol free environment. 

Who is eligible: Low income veterans, disabled, domestic violence survivors, seniors, and re-entry individuals

Fees: $800 one bedroom $750 for a two bedroom $100 security deposit

Hours: Monday - Saturday: 8:00am - 7:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 360-720-8327 | Email: info@mijoyspromise.com | Website: www.mijoyspromise.com

Address: 1206 North Inyo Street , Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Ming Avenue Child Development Center

Program provides children ages 2-5 with social skills, problem solving, following directions and life skills as well as math, science, social studies and literacy concepts for kindergarten readiness.

Who is eligible: Children between the ages of 2-5 years old. Eligibility varies by program and site. Children that are four years old by December 2 of the school year are priority in the state preschool programs.

Fees: For information about eligibility/fee requirements

Hours: Monday-Friday:7:30am–5:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-835-7284 | Website: https://kern.org/early-childhood-education/our-centers/ming-ave-child-development-center/

Address: 1100 Ming Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Mobile Health Screening Unit

Provides mobile health screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, body composition.

Who is eligible: Must be 18 or older

Hours: Location, times, and day vary. Call for more information or go on website Website: Home> Classes and Events> Health Screenings Subject to change due to holidays.

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-632-5000 | Email: ccn@dignityhealth.org | Website: http://www.dignityhealth.org/mercy-bakersfield/classes-and-events/health-screenings


Mojave Branch Library

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Tuesday – Thursday: 10:00am – 7:00pm Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm Saturday: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-824-2243 | Email: info@kerncountylibrary.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 15555 O Street, Mojave, CA 93501


Mojave Elks Lodge

Provides a food commodity.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 9:00am-12:00pm.

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 16200 K Street, Mojave, CA 93501


Mom's Home Delivered Meals

Provides delivery of healthy refrigerated meals to any address nationwide. Serves people with ongoing health conditions and those who need help with meals. Offers nine different menus for people with specific health needs or food choices. Clients select their own meals from a wide variety of options for each meal.Programs include:Chronic Care - Serves those with chronic health conditions.Long-Term Services & Home and Community-Based Services - Serves those who need ongoing care and support. Provides the proper nutrition needed to remain in the comfort of their own home.Post-Discharge Care - Serves those in recovery after discharge from a hospital or those at risk of readmission.Self-Pay - Serves those whose insurance does not cover the cost but want the option of convenient meals at home.To have meals covered by a Medi-Cal Health plan, one must meet one of these eligibility criteria:Individuals with chronic health conditions. These can include diabetes, heart problems, mental health disorders, and more.Individuals leaving the hospital or a nursing home or who are likely to end up in the hospital or a nursing home.Individuals with extensive care coordination needs such as those: Enrolled in an Enhanced Care Management (ECM) program (through one's Medi-Cal Health Plan)Who have more than one doctor for various conditionsUnable to get to a grocery store or cook for themselvesHaving a disabling Mental Health Disorder or Substance Use Disorder (SUD)Without homes who have a place to have food delivered and store their meals. They can use addresses from friends, family, hotels, and more.

Who is eligible: Those with the following may be eligible: Chronic conditions, gestational diabetes and other high-risk pregnancy conditions, chronic or disabling mental or behavioral health disorders, patients discharging from the hospital or skilled nursing facility, high risk of hospitalization or nursing home placement, and care needs that require multiple doctors

Hours: Monday- Friday 5:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 888-701-5279 | Email: meal.inquiry@momsmeals.com | Website: www.momsmeals.com


Mountain Communities Family Resource Center

Services include access to food programs, utility assistance, toys for tots enrollment, restraining order information, parent empowerment sessions and resources, application assistance with Medi-Cal, and Calfresh, prescription assistance, vision programs, drug and alcohol support groups, bus tickets to medical appointments, job search, resume referrals, Medicare and SSI information, GBLA referrals, health screenings, volunteer services, code compliance follow- up assistance, animal control, dog licences, spay/neuter vouchers, and congress and senate representatives.

Who is eligible: Open to the public. Program eligibility varies, client is assessed based on services needed/requested. *Food pantry is available on an emergency basis only* Must call to set up an appointment

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 9:00am-4:30pm Closed on major holidays Food pantry: Last Wednesday of each month from 8:00am-10:00am

Languages offered: Bilingual family liason on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 9:15am-4:00pm, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-245-4303 | Email: mcfrc@frazmtn.com | Website: http://www.mcfrc.com

Address: 3015 Mount Pinos Way Suite 201 , Frazier Park, CA 93225


Narcotic Tip Line

Program provides a confidential tip line to report illegal activity involving narcotic sales and use.Can also submit a Narcotics Clue online by visiting https://ca-bakersfield.civicplus.pro/322/Narcotics-Clue

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: 24 hours 7 days a week

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-327-7111 | Email: BPDgen@bakersfieldpd.us | Website: https://ca-bakersfield.civicplus.pro/322/Narcotics-Clue

Address: 1601 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


National 211

Program provides free and confidential information and referrals for assistance with food, housing, employment, health care, counseling and more.Click on 211 website link to access agency information

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: No Fee

Hours: 24 hours 7 days a week

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 2-1-1 | Email: info@211us.org | Website: www.211.org


National Alliance on Mental Illness Kern County

Program provides education, support groups, and advocacy to individuals and families affected by mental illness.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: 24 hours 7 days a week

Languages offered: English regularly and Spanish when a translator is available, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-858-3255 | Email: namikern@yahoo.com | Website: www.namikerncounty.org

Address: P.O. Box 9144, Bakersfield, CA 93389


National Weather Service

Provides minute to minute national and local weather-related information to the public including drought updates, water and climate data, forecasts, and severe weather warnings.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Office Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm Recorded Forecast Information: Available 24 hours each day

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 559-584-3752 | Email: w-hnx.webmaster@noaa.gov | Website: https://www.weather.gov/hnx/NWS

Address: 900 Foggy Bottom Road, Hanford, CA 93230


Neighborhood Place Community Learning Center

Program provides parenting classes, lending library, and kindergarten readiness activities. Also provides developmental screening.

Who is eligible: Open to everyone. Developmental screening for children 0-5.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-392-2000 | Website: https://www.norfun.org/neighborhood-place-community-learning-center

Address: 3825 Riverlakes Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312


NetZero

Program provides discounted internet service.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: Monthly plans vary

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Website: www.netzero.net


New Advances For People With Disabilities

Program provides training, education, employment assistance, recreation, and advocacy for disabled adults ages 18 and older.

Who is eligible: Developmentally disabled adult.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-395-1361 | Email: mshain@napd-bak.org | Website: http://napd-bak.org

Address: 3400 North Silliect Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308


New Arising Destiny

Provides a food distribution site.

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Fees: No Fee

Hours: 3rd Saturday of the month: 9:00am - 12:00pm (March 21, 2026) 4th Saturday of the month: 9:00am - 12:00pm (April 25, 2026) 3rd Saturday of the month: 9:00am - 12:00pm (May-December 2026)

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 912 New Stine Road, Bakersfield, CA 93309


New Life Assembly of God - California City

Program offers food assistance once a month.New Life

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Every 1st Saturday of each month from 9:00am-11:00am.

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 21924 Calhoun Drive, California City, CA 93505


New Life Recovery and Training Center

Program provides residential services and support services include: 24 hour residential care, psycho-social case management, access to health and social services, counseling, vocational training, substance abuse awareness, and employment opportunities.

Who is eligible: At-risk young males between the ages of 18 and 25. Referred by probation or parole.

Fees: No fees for individuals in the AB109 Early Release program for nonviolent felons.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:15am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-873-4676 | Email: info@newlifecenter.us.com | Website: chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.kernprobation.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Organization-Information-NEW-LIFE.pdf

Address: 3501 Edison Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93307


North Beardsley State Preschool

Offers child development programs, activities and educational curriculum.

Who is eligible: children ages 2 to 3 years old

Fees: For information about eligibility/fee requirements

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:45am – 4:15pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-399-9682 | Website: https://kern.org/early-childhood-education/our-centers/north-beardsley-state-preschool/

Address: 900 Sanford Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93308


North Kern State Prison

Correctional facility houses individual convicted of a crime. In addition, offers rehabilitating programs to inmates while incarcerated.  

Who is eligible: No information has been provided by Agency.

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-721-2345 | Website: www.cdcr.ca.gov/Facilities_Locator/NKSP.html

Address: 2737 West Cecil Avenue, Delano, CA 93215


North Maple Child Development Center

Provides full day and half day preschool programs for parents who are in training, working or attending classes.

Who is eligible: Ages 2 to 5

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-758-5611 | Website: https://kern.org/early-childhood-education/our-centers/north-maple-center/

Address: 650B North Maple Avenue, Wasco, CA 93280


North of the River Recreation and Parks

Program provides recreational activities and classes, summer camps, water parks, and park facilities for adults and youth.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Fees vary

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-392-2000 | Email: nor@norfun.org | Website: https://www.norfun.org/

Address: 3825 Riverlakes Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312


North Shafter Farm Labor Center

Provides temporary housing to seasonal farm working families.

Who is eligible: 50% of the income has to be agricultural wages and migrate to follow the crops.

Fees: Call for information.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-746-4326 | Email: Investigations@kernha.org | Website: https://kernha.org/migrant-farm-labor-center/

Address: 17213 Central Valley Highway, Shafter, CA 93263


Northeast Branch, Kern County Library

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Tuesday – Thursday: 10:00am – 7:00pm Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm Saturday: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-871-9034 | Email: info@kerncountylibrary.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 2671 Oswell Street , Bakersfield, CA 93306


Nuevo Amanecer

Provides a food distribution site.

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Distribution: Last Saturday 8 am- 10

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 500 E. Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Nurse-Family Partnership

Provides assistance to first time parents with case management, parent education, and parent support services.

Who is eligible: - Expecting to deliver and parent for the first time - Less than 6 months (24 weeks) pregnant - Have a low to moderate income and eligible for Medi-Cal or Emergency Medi-Cal - Living in Kern County

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-321-3000 | Email: publichealth@kerncounty.com | Website: Kernpublichealth.com

Address: 1800 Mt. Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Oaktree Medical Group-Tehachapi

Provides medical services including; family nurse practitioner, family practice, laboratory, occupational medicine, radiology and well woman care. 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-823-2273 | Email: marketing2@bfmc.com | Website: www.bfmc.com

Address: 20960 Sage Ln, Tehachapi, CA 93561


Oasis Family Resource Center

Provides case management services, summer bridge program, referrals, and utility assistance.Case Management Services: Provides direct family support services through case management, parenting classes (including court-mandated), referrals, and promotes parent's knowledge of developmental milestones and norms. Provides early learning through home-based and kindergarten summer bridge transition activities.Summer Bridge Program is offered in June and July to children who will be entering Transitional Kindergarten (TK) or Kindergarten in the upcoming school year who have not had any classroom experience. The focus is to prepare children for a successful entry into the classroom.Referrals: Helps individuals and families access other services offered through county and community programs and provides access to food and clothing assistance.Utility Assistance: Access to Heap applications and technicians for Ridgecrest residents. Emergency Closet: Food pantry and hygienic necessities.Monthly Diaper Supply: Access to free monthly diaper supply. To qualify bring one of the following: WIC benefits, Calfresh/EBT benefits, proof of income.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 760-248-3221 | Email: oasisfrcinfo@capk.org | Website: https://www.capk.org/oasis/

Address: 814 North Norma Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Office Of Migrant Services - Seasonal Housing Arvin

Program currently operates a total of 84 units of seasonal farm labor housing from May to October only.

Who is eligible: Residents must be seasonal farm laborers whose permanent residence is at least 50 miles away from the Center.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-631-8500 | Email: hkimmel@kernha.org | Website: https://www.kernha.org/menus/oms-farm-labor-center-locations.html

Address: 8701 Sunset Boulevard, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Olive Branch Payee Services

Provides a food pantry.

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Fees: No fee

Hours: Distribution: 2nd Tues 8-1pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 1328 34th street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Omni Family Health Centers

Provides serviced including general medical care, dental, OB/GYN, and educational health programs: family planning, HIV/AIDS, WIC referrals, and nutritional counseling. Also provides special finance programs to assist individuals and families to meet health care costs and obligations.For the Nearest location--- Omni Locations

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm Lunch 12:00pm -1:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: contact@omnifamilyhealth.org | Website: https://omnifamilyhealth.org/locations/

Address: 4900 California Avenue , Bakersfield, CA 93309


One Legacy

This program works with the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) to coordinate the recovery and distribution of organs and provide organ transplants to people who are in need of donor assistance.

Who is eligible: No information has been provided by Agency.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm 24 hour referral line

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 213-229-5600 | Email: familycare@onelegacy.org | Website: https://www.onelegacy.org/

Address: 1100 Mohawk Street, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Operation School Bell

Program provides children from K to 6th grade with regular clothing or uniforms for school.

Who is eligible: School age children from kindergarten to 6th grade, must receive a referral from their local school.

Hours: Saturday, Tuesday, and Thursday: 11:00am-3:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-323-0838 | Email: membership@alofbak.org | Website: https://www.assistanceleague.org/bakersfield/philanthropic-programs/operation-school-bell/

Address: 1924 Q Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Ophthalmology Services

Provides the following eye care services: cataract surgery, pterygium surgery, ptosis repair, eyelid lesion removal, and blepharoplasty. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Accepts most insurances, sliding scale fee, and individuals demonstrating extraordinary hardship may qualify for an ACE grant.

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-215-1006 | Email: inquiries@acecares.org | Website: www.acecares.org

Address: 1721 Westwind Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Optometry Services

Provides eye exams, prescriptions for glasses, diagnosis, device assesments, treatment and management of eye disease for glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and hypertension eye disease.Low vision  and diabetic eye exams. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Accepts most insurances, sliding scale fee, and individuals demonstrating extraordinary hardship may qualify for an ACE grant.

Hours: Monday-Friday:8:30am-5:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-215-1006 | Email: inquiries@acecares.org | Website: www.acecares.org

Address: 1721 Westwind Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Original Summer Camp and Adventure Fair

Program provides information and resources regarding day camps, overnight camps, sports camps, academic camps, faith-based camps and science camps.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Fees vary based on camps. No fee for information and resources.

Hours: Office Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-4:00pm Friday: 8:00am-12:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-861-4939 | Email: kcfm@kerncountyfamily.com | Website: kerncountyfamily.com

Address: 1400 Easton Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church

Provides a food distribution once a month.

Who is eligible: Low income families

Fees: None

Hours: Every Wednesday from 9:30am-1:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 760-373-2256 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 9970 Californina City Boulevard, California City, CA 93505


Outpatient Treatment Program

Provides outpatient mental therapy and case management for adults

Who is eligible: Adults in need of outpatient mental health therapy and case management

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-7:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 833-678-2781 | Email: info@clinicasierravista.org | Website: www.clinicasierravista.org

Address: 355 Dover Parkway, Delano, CA 93215


Overeaters Anonymous

Provides counseling and a Twelve Step program to those suffering from a compulsive eating disorder.

Who is eligible: Open to all who struggle with compulsive eating, this includes obesity, anorexia, and bulimia

Fees: Donations accepted

Hours: Times and location vary. Virtual meetings held as well. All meeting times can be found on the website.

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 505-891-2664 | Website: https://oa.org/

Address: Confidential , Bakersfield, CA 93312


P Street Family Apartments

Provides rental units (4 bedroom units) to very low and low income families.

Who is eligible: Low income families

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-325-0919 | Website: https://kernha.org/affordable-housing/

Address: 22 P Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Pacific Coast Energy Conservation Services Inc.

Provides income-qualified customers with free weatherization services, as well as free energy education and energy-saving measures at no cost. Provides insulation, weatherproofing, LED light bulbs, and appliance repair or replacement. 

Who is eligible: Income-qualified PG&E or Southern California Edison customers

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm Saturday: By appointment

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-393-8988 | Website: https://pcebakersfield.com/

Address: 2329 Perseus Court, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Pacific Gas And Electric

Provides gas and electricity to homes and business in the southern and northern region of California. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm Customer service representative available 24 hours 7 days a week

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 800-743-5000 | Website: www.pge.com

Address: 1918 H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Panorama Park Apartments

Provides 2 or 3 bedroom apartments including, refrigerator, stove, wall to wall carpeting, vertical blinds, enclosed patio/deck, community room, computer center, 2 laundry rooms, playground and free Wi-Fi.

Who is eligible: Low income families and individuals.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-325-4047 | Website: https://www.apartments.com/panorama-park-apartments-bakersfield-ca/z3w4l5w/

Address: 401 West Columbus Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Parent Education Program

Provides parent education courses to help families develop the skills and techniques to build stronger, healthier families. All courses available will satisfy court-ordered requirements.Classes include: Parenting and Neglect Classes Parenting and Neglect Classes (for parents with special needs: mental illness, developmental disabilities, illiteracy, hearing impaired, etc.) Learning to Protect (from different forms of abuse) Physical Abuse as a Perpetrator Anger Management 52 Week Counseling Program (PC273-Child Endangerment for CWS parents) 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 7:00am-7:00pm Friday: 7:00am-4:00 pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-322-1021 | Email: info@hwmcgc.org | Website: www.hwmcgc.org

Address: 3628 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Park Real Apartments

Assists with low income apartments.

Who is eligible: Low income, must be within income limits. No prior evictions, bad credit-$1,500 debt (medical bills & school loans do not apply)

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-834-4222 | Website: https://kernha.org/

Address: 414 Real Road, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Partial Hospitalization

Program offers a medical, surgical and psychiatric services, which include: acute medical care from the medical and surgical unit, intensive care unit (ICU), gastrointestinal laboratory services, inpatient and outpatient surgery, post anesthesia care unit, urgent care, and an acute psychiatric care unit.

Who is eligible: Persons 18 years or older with mental illness and/or substance abuse problem.

Fees: Accepts most insurances, private pay

Hours: Monday-Sunday: 8:00am-9:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish, Tagalog, English, Spanish, Tagalog

Contact: Phone: 661-215-7500 | Website: http://www.goodsamhospital.com/

Address: 901 Olive Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Perinatal Outreach Program

Provides early access to prenatal care and continuity of care throughout pregnancy and until infant is 2 years of age to assure child exams and immunizations are obtained.

Who is eligible: Medi-Cal eligible, pregnant women who are no later than 36 weeks gestational age, and must reside in Kern County.

Hours: Monday- Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-321-3000 | Email: publichealth@kerncounty.com | Website: Kernpublichealth.com

Address: 1800 Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Perinatal outreach program (POP)

Provides in home assistance for mothers, a nurse and public health aides provide home visits, health education and outreach activities for pregnant women under 36 weeks gestational age. referral application

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-321-3000 | Email: kcampos@capk.org | Website: https://kernpublichealth.com/perinatal-outreach-program/

Address: 1800 Mt. Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306


PG&E REACH

The REACH program helps you pay for energy during a crisis. REACH provides an energy credit and you must be a PG&E customer, at risk of services being terminated, have a past due balance of 100$ or more, and a 15 days or 48 hour shut off notice. (energy credit support is subject to funding availability). Apply online: REACH Relief Energy AssistanceNot assisting via phone or in person, Advise Limited funding.

Who is eligible: - Must be a PG&E account holder - Must have a past due balance of 100$ or greater - Must be at risk of services being terminated - Must have a 15 day or 48-hour shut off notice

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30am-5:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: reach@uwkern.org | Website: https://www.pge.com/en/account/billing-and-assistance/financial-assistance/relief-for-energy-assistance-through-community-help.html


Planning Department, City Of Wasco

Provides a variety of information to residents regarding current and future developments, development standards and development processes within the city of Wasco, as well as handles land use development proposals/applications.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm *Closed on alternating Fridays

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-758-7250 | Website: https://www.cityofwasco.org/208/Planning-Division

Address: 764 E Street, Wasco, CA 93280


Planz Water Spray Park

Provides a recreational water fun park to the public.Spray Park Hours: May 24, 2025 - September 1, 2025 Tuesday- Sunday  11:00am-6:00pm

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Swim Hours: Monday-Friday: 12:30pm-5:00pm Saturday-Sunday: 12:30pm-5:00pm Water Spray Park: Tuesday-Sunday: 11:00AM - 6:00PM

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-326-3866 | Email: swim@bakersfieldcity.us | Website: www.bakersfieldcity.us

Address: 1601 Planz Road, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Police Department, California City

Provides law enforcement services to the general public in California City, services include emergency response, calls for service, criminal investigation, traffic enforcement, crime prevention, narcotics enforcement, school resource officers, dare, and gang suppression. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Office hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 760-373-8606 | Email: police@californiacitypd.org | Website: http://www.calcitypd.org/

Address: 21130 Hacienda Boulevard, California City, CA 93505


Police Department, City Of Ridgecrest

Provides law enforcement services to the general public in Ridgecrest City, services include emergency response, calls for service, criminal investigation, traffic enforcement, crime prevention, narcotics enforcement, school resource officers, dare, and gang suppression.

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Hours: Office hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-5:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 760-499-5100 | Email: police@ridgecrest-ca.gov | Website: https://ridgecrest-ca.gov/327/Police-Department

Address: 100 West California Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Polyclinic Medical Center INC

Program provides comprehensive, primary and preventive health care services, prenatal and pediatric care.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Medi-Cal, Healthy Families, Kern Family Health Care, most private insurance accepted.

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm Friday: 8:00am - 3:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-327-5984 | Email: info@polyclinicmc.com | Website: https://polyclinicmc.com/

Address: 2145 Niles Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Poplar Village

Program provides affordable rental units (3 and 4 bedroom units) for families.

Who is eligible: Low income

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-758-8681 | Website: https://kernha.org/affordable-housing/

Address: 1750 Poplar Avenue, Wasco, CA 93280


Positive Approaches to Living Skills

Program offers a licensed, residential facility for developmentally disabled adult. The facility provides behavior consultant, daily living skills, self-advocacy, social/recreational opportunities, independent living skills training.

Who is eligible: Individuals 18-59

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish, American Sign Language

Contact: Phone: 661-489-3111 | Email: mshain@napd-bak.org | Website: http://www.napd-bak.org/additional-services

Address: 2601 F Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Poso Place Senior Apartments

Provides affordable housing to senior citizens. 

Who is eligible: Senior citizens (age 55+), 1 year rental lease required, no evictions, must meet tax credit income guidelines. Section 8 accepted.

Fees: $30.00 credit check per person. Rates as low as $465.00-$600.00 per month for rent.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-758-0962 | Email: posoplaceapartments@yahoo.com | Website: No website provided by agency.

Address: 830 Almond Court, Wasco, CA 93280


Post Abortion Counseling and Education

Program provides a 12-14 week long bible study designed to minister to women who have been emotionally impacted by abortion. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-464-7653 | Email: director@wehelpyou.org | Website: https://wehelpyou.org/services/post-abortion-counseling/

Address: 1801 18th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Primary and Specialty Care

Provides individuals and families with comprehensive, primary, preventive and outpatient health care services.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:00am-5:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-823-7070 | Website: https://adventisthealth.org/system/locations/primary-and-specialty-care-adventist-health-tehachapi-valley/

Address: 105 West E Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561


Primary Care

Provides individuals and families with comprehensive, primary and preventive health care services.

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:00am - 5:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-824-4511 | Website: https://adventisthealth.org/bakersfield/locations/primary-care-adventist-health-tehachapi-valley-4416/

Address: 2041 Belshaw Street, Mojave, CA 93501


Probation Auxiliary County of Kern

Program provides educational, recreational, and personal necessities for youth in the Juvenile Justice System and those at-risk. 

Who is eligible: Youth in the Juvenile Justice System and those at-risk.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-4100 | Email: ccervantes@capk.org | Website: https://www.kernprobation.com/pack/

Address: 2005 Ridge Road, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Professional Group Inc

Program provides managed mental health services, employee assistance services, court ordered domestic violence counseling, and a structured chemical dependency program.  

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Sliding scale fee, private insurance, Medi-Cal not accepted.

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:30am-5:00pm Friday: 8:30am-3:00pm Saturday & Sunday: Appointment only

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-324-1982 | Email: stprogroup1@gmail.com | Website: https://stprogroup1.wixsite.com/professionalgroup

Address: 2201 F Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Public Benefits Unit

Services include providing assistance regarding denials, reductions, terminations, and over-payments of public benefits including CalWORKs (welfare/cash aid). CalFresh (food stamps), General Assistance, In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Services may include providing counsel and advice, completing appeal forms, obtaining health and benefits records, and representing at hearings. 

Who is eligible: Must be a resident of Kern County, meet income and asset guidelines, and present a legal problem within the GBLA core areas of practice.

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Friday:8:30am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-5:00pm

Languages offered: English and Spanish, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-325-5943 | Website: www.gbla.org

Address: 615 California Avenue , Bakersfield, CA 93304


Public Health Clinic

Provides various services including: child and adult immunizations STD and HIV testing and treatment Well-child exams Tuberculosis testingPregnancy tests and family planning services, including birth controlValley Fever testingTravel immunizationsHealth screeningsAlso offers a Mobile Health Clinic, click here to find the nearest site. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am- 5:00pm Appointments available: 8:00am- 10:30am and 1:00pm -3:30 pm Confidentiality is strictly observed for all patients 12 and older Walk-ins are accepted, to reduce wait time please call 661-321-3000 to make an appointment

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-321-3000 | Email: publichealth@kerncounty.com | Website: Kernpublichealth.com

Address: 1800 Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Public Health Licensing and Certification

Program does not provide services.  Oversees facilities to ensure that they are accepting Medicare and Medi-Cal payments to meet federal requirements. Also oversees the certification of nurse assistants, home health aides, hemo-dialysis technicians and the licensing of nursing home administrators.  

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-336-0543 | Email: piar@dss.ca.gov | Website: www.cdph.ca.gov

Address: 4540 California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Public Safety Power Shutoff - Edison

Due to projected weather conditions, SCE may need to shut off power (a Public Safety Power Shutoff or PSPS) to electrical circuits in High Fire Risk Areas (HFRA) serving portions of some cities and/or unincorporated areas in Kern County. SCE is also notifying customers on the affected circuits about the potential shutoff, giving them time to prepare.   How to Contact SCE   800-611-1911 is for outage-specific Customer Service issues sce.com/PSPS  is the site where customers may learn more about PSPS events in their area. Update customer contact information at sce.com/pspsalerts.

Hours: 24 Hour Reporting and Support Line

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 800-611-1911 | Email: CCPA@sc.com | Website: https://www.sce.com/outage-center/outage-information/rotating-outages?from=/rotatingoutage

Address: P.O. Box 800, Rosemead, CA 91770


Public Safety Power Shutoff - PG&E

Due to projected weather conditions, PG&E may need to shut off power (a Public Safety Power Shutoff or PSPS) to electrical circuits in High Fire Risk Areas (HFRA) serving portions of some cities and/or unincorporated areas in Kern County. PG&E is also notifying customers on the affected circuits about the potential shutoff, giving them time to prepare. Resources To Help You Prepare Maps showing the areas potentially affected by a shutoff https://bit.ly/2XMsiWB Look up addresses that may be affected https://bit.ly/3ksoa6W Learn more about the Public Safety Power Shutoffs, including the criteria used to turn off power https://bit.ly/39kQbH9 Register at https://bit.ly/2XIGsrR to receive PSPS updates and alerts

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: None

Hours: 24 Hour Reporting and Support Line

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 800-743-5000 | Website: www.pge.com

Address: 1918 H Street , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Public Safety Power Shutoff Assistance Program

Program provides medical baseline enrollment assistance. Disaster kits and personalized disaster plans. Portable batteries for those who use electrical medical devices, such as life-sustaining equipment.Individuals who rely on life-sustaining medical devices may be eligible for assistance with costs associated with accessible transportation, lodging, and food during a power shutoff.To register for a training or apply for assistance: https://ilcofkerncounty.org/psps-emergency-training/

Who is eligible: Individuals who depend on power for durable medical equipment or for their livelihood.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm Closed for lunch 12:00pm-1:00pm https://ilcofkerncounty.org/psps-emergency-training/

Languages offered: English, American Sign Language, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-325-1063 | Email: info@ilcofkerncounty.org | Website: https://ilcofkerncounty.org/psps-public-safety-power-shutoff/

Address: 5251 Office Park Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Public Works Solid Waste Division - City of Bakersfield

Program assists with curbside pick up and removal of large household items such as, couches, tables, refrigerators, and other large items.

Who is eligible: Service is limited to two items per 3 months, per home.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-326-3114 | Email: PW_San@bakersfieldcity.us | Website: https://www.bakersfieldcity.us/374/Garbage-Recycling

Address: 4101 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Rapid Response Network of Kern

Provides 24/7 hotline for reporting immigration detainment and deportation raids. Offers response, accompaniment, guidance, information, and linkage to legal resources.Rapid Response Network of KernPhone number: 661-432-2230Website: Rapid Response Network of KernValley Watch Rapid Response NetworkPhone Number: 559-206-0151Coverage Area: Fresno County, San Joaquin County, Merced County, Stanislaus County, and Kern County

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: 24/7 Response

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-432-2230 | Website: https://www.rapidresponsekern.com/


Rasmussen Senior Center

Program provides activities, live music, on-site hot meals and home delivered meals for seniors.

Who is eligible: 60 years and older

Hours: Office Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Lunch (call for reservations the day prior, by 2pm): Monday-Friday: 12:00pm-1:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-392-2030 | Email: nor@norfun.org | Website: https://www.norfun.org/the-rasmussen-center-senior-center

Address: 115 East Roberts Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Rathbun Branch Library

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Tuesday – Thursday: 10:00am – 7:00pm Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm Saturday: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-393-6431 | Email: info@kerncountylibrary.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 200 West China Grade Loop, Bakersfield, CA 93308


RCCG - Rehoboth Parish

Provides a food distribution twice a month.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: None

Hours: Distribution: 2nd Sun 12-2pm 4th Sun 12-2pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 2727 Diamond St, Rosamond, CA 93560


Ready Kern

Program provides an emergency notification system to alert residents and businesses about natural disasters and other crises which enables Kern County to provide essential information quickly in a variety of situations, such as earthquakes, severe weather, fires, floods, or evacuation of buildings or neighborhoods.Register online at ReadyKern to receive the latest emergency notifications.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-873-2602 | Email: readykern@kerncountyfire.org | Website: https://kerncountyfire.org/education-safety/ready-kern/

Address: 5642 Victor Street, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Rebuilding together kern county

Rebuilding Together Kern County provides free Home Rehabilitation Services for veterans, low-income homeowners, particularly the elderly and disabled, to make their home warm, safe, dry, accessible and healthy. Some clients need help with handrails and grab bars, others need help with a leaky roof.Services include:- Building ramps for wheelchair access- Installing grab bars for safety and convenience- Painting- Electrical repairs- Plumbing repairs- Carpentry- Yard cleaningTo apply, visit the website and download the application. Rebuild Application Once completed, you can mail it to the office.Rebuilding together kern countyP.O. Box 11622Bakersfield, CA 93389

Who is eligible: - Must own and occupy the home and it must be in need of repairs to make it safe and healthy - Must be unable to do the work yourself - Must be "low income" based off certain HUD guidelines

Fees: Free

Languages offered: English, Abenaki

Contact: Phone: (661) 977-5021 | Email: RebuildingTogetherKernCounty@gmail.com | Website: www.rebuildingtogetherkerncounty.org

Address: P.O. Box 11622, Bakersfield, CA 93389


Recreation and Parks

Program provides recreational activities and classes, summer camps, water parks, and park facilities for adults and youth.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Fees vary

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-326-3866 | Email: compks@bakersfieldcity.us | Website: https://www.bakersfieldcity.us/297/Recreation-Parks

Address: 1600 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Regional Transportation Plan

Program implements plans for the transportation department including: funding for public transportation, county road, highway, pedestrian and bicycle lane improvements.  

Who is eligible: No information has been provided by Agency. Call for information.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-861-2191 | Email: ahakimi@kerncog.org | Website: www.kerncog.org

Address: 1401 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Renter's Insurance

Provides insurance policies to individuals renting their homes.   

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-5:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-885-8165 | Email: yperez@farmersagent.com | Website: https://agents.farmers.com/ca/bakersfield/yadira-perez?SourceID=AMPALFGMAG&utm_source=GMB&utm_medium=Local

Address: 5405 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Residential Hazardous Waste

Residential Hazardous Wastes are products, purchased for use in or around the home, that when improperly discarded, may threaten human health or the environment. These products include: household cleaners; deodorizers; personal hygiene products; pesticides; herbicides; insecticides; pet care products; paint products; photographic chemicals; swimming pool chemicals; and automotive products & fluids. 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Tuesday - Saturday: 8:00am – 4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-862-8922 | Email: waste@kerncounty.com | Website: https://www.kernpublicworks.com/services/solid-waste/hazardous-waste/residential-hazardous-waste

Address: 4951 Standard Street, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Residential Wood Smoke Reduction Program

The Residential Wood Smoke Reduction Program is a program that informs Valley residents when they can use a wood-burning device. From November 1 through the end of February, the District issues a daily wood-burning curtailment status for each county. It also provides grants for residents to change out their wood burning fireplace or stove with an electric or gas device. Air pollution complaintWood Burning ExemptionDaily Residential Burn status

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Website only

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-392-5500 | Email: sjvapcd@valleyair.org | Website: https://ww2.valleyair.org/compliance/residential-wood-smoke-reduction-program/

Address: 34946 Flyover Court, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Resource Family Approval

The RFA program is a unified, family-friendly, and child-centered Resource Family approval process. A Resource Family shall be considered eligible to provide care for related and unrelated children in out-of-home placement. With RFA, a Resource Family shall have a pathway to permanency for adoption, legal guardianship, or long-term care.

Who is eligible: Potential foster parents

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-631-6009 | Email: oropezk@kerndhs.com | Website: https://www.kcdhs.org/services/resource-family-approval

Address: 100 East California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Respite Activity Group

Program provides socialization, activity, exercise, and recreation for dementia and other brain-impaired or frail adults in a supervised setting with staff and volunteers.

Who is eligible: Brain impaired patients cared for by family members, ambulatory or in wheelchair, no extreme behaviors.

Fees: No fee for the group. $3.00 for lunch for those over 60 and $5 for those under 60.

Hours: Wednesday: 9:00am-1:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-873-4000 | Email: info@valleycrc.org | Website: www.valleycrc.org

Address: 500 East F Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561


Retired and Senior Volunteer Program

Program offers an organization of retired, senior volunteers (55 years or older) who provide volunteer services in all areas, including serving the homeless, assisting childen in conquering learning difficulties, finding loving homes for abused/abandoned animals, providing respite opportunities for caregivers, and more.

Who is eligible: Seniors 55 and older

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-3:30pm Closed Fridays and Holidays

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-395-9787 | Email: rsvpbak@yahoo.com | Website: https://www.volunteercenter.info/r-s-v-p.html

Address: 1311 Eye Street , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Returning Veterans: Enlisting Their Skills for CAL FIRE Service (R.V.E.T.S.)

CAL FIRE is a State of California equal employment opportunity employer, offering a variety of job opportunities on a statewide basis. CAL FIRE’s R.V.E.T.S. program can assist veterans, service members, and their families with integration and transition into service with the Department. For information on how to navigate the State of California civil service system and the benefits afforded to those who have served and/or are serving in the U.S. Armed Services, please visit the Department’s R.V.E.T.S. page or contact the R.V.E.T.S. Hotline.

Who is eligible: 18 years of age or older

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: Interpreter services available, English

Contact: Phone: 916-894-9585 | Email: CALFIRErecruitment@fire.ca.gov | Website: www.fire.ca.gov/

Address: 710 Riverpoint Court, West Sacramento, CA 95605


Richardson Child Development Center

Provides child care services for children with disabilities.  

Who is eligible: Children with disabilities.

Fees: For information about eligibility/fee requirements, please call 661-636-4287

Hours: Monday-Friday:7:30am-5:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-336-5411 | Email: remaston@kern.org | Website: https://kern.org/early-childhood-education/our-centers/richardson-child-development-center/

Address: 1515 Feliz Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Richland Child Development Center

Program provides preschool education intended to stimulate intellectual, social, emotional and motor skills development to prepare child for kindergarden.  

Who is eligible: Children 3-5 years old.

Fees: Call for information

Hours: Monday-Friday 7:45am–4:15pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-746-3904 | Website: https://kern.org/early-childhood-education/our-centers/richland-child-development-center/

Address: 275 West Lerdo Highway, Shafter, CA 93263


Richland Family Resource Center

Provides referrals for food and clothing, preschool program, parent support and social services (case management, nutrition classes), parenting/family classes (court order approved),  developmental screening, translation services, and orientations for the School Readiness Initiative preschool program.  A local agency representative will be on site to provide the following: health screenings, legal services (services vary), unemployment information, and assistance with application for MediCal. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public. Developmental screening for children 0-5

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm Community Collaborative Meeting: 3rd Wednesday of the month 9:00am-10:00am (Via Zoom)

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-746-8690 | Email: cgracia@rsdshafter.org | Website: www.rsdshafter.org

Address: South Valley Street, Shafter, CA 93263


Ride United

Provides a free, one way or round-trip Lyft ride to individuals (until funds are exhausted).Ride United can be utilized for:Medical Trips: Covid-19 vaccine appointments, flu vaccine appointments, non-emergency medical appointments, pharmacy/prescription pick up, and non-emergency hospital visit.Employment Trips: Job interviews, job training, and job fairs, pre-job requirements (drug test, finger printing, other required documentation), and work.Public Benefits Trips: Department of Social and Health Services, Social Security Administration, rental assistance appointment, utility assistance appointment, WIC appointment, tax preparation services, financial coaching, Medicaid/ CHIP benefits access, and housing benefits access.School Success and Readiness Trips: School physicals required school vaccination appointments, kindergarten registration, and classroom meetings with teachers.Legal Trips: Eviction court, court ordered community service, probation/parole check-in, court ordered education, and commute to/from court proceedings and/or counsel.

Who is eligible: - Must have valid use for the service - Must live in an area with adequate Lyft driver supply. - Must comply with Lyft's Health Safety Requirements - Must be 18+ years old or will be accompanied by someone who is 18+ years. - Must have a smarthphone (to create/use a personal Lyft account via app).

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30am-5:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-834-1820 | Email: info@uwkern.org | Website: https://uwcec.org/our-work/economic-resilience/ride-united/


Ridgecrest Branch Library

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Tuesday – Thursday: 10:00am – 7:00pm Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 760-384-5870 | Email: info@kerncountylibray.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 131 East Las Flores Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Ridgecrest Dentistry

Provides dental and orthodontic services for children and adults.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 760-375-3988 | Email: jonggillahndds@gmail.com | Website: https://www.ridgecrestdentistry.com/

Address: 133 East California Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Ridgecrest Parks and Recreation Department

Program provides recreational programs, summer programs, park facilities, aquatic center, preschool program, senior nutrition program, and adult/youth sports.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 10:00am - 8:00pm Saturday: 8:00am - 6:00pm Sunday Closed

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 760-499-5151 | Email: recreation@ridgecrest-ca.gov | Website: https://www.ridgecrest-ca.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Kerr-McGee-Community-Center-3

Address: 100 West California Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Ridgecrest Police Department

Provides law enforcement services to the general public in the city of Ridgecrest. Services include: emergency response, calls for service, criminal investigation, traffic enforcement, crime prevention, narcotics enforcement, school resource officers, and gang suppression.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: 24/7

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 760-499-5000 | Email: jmclaughin@ridgecrest-ca.gov | Website: https://ridgecrest-ca.gov/327/Police-Department

Address: 100 West California Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Ridgecrest Pregnancy Center

Provides education, clothing (for mom and baby), baby furniture, and support. Clothing and furniture is based upon availibility

Who is eligible: Expecting and new moms

Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 10:00am-2:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 760-384-2273 | Email: pcc@iwvisp.com | Website: https://ridgecrestpregnancycarecenter.com/

Address: 341 East Ridgecrest Boulevard, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Ridgecrest Regional Hospital

Provides a full service hospital with a 24-hour emergency room and acute care center, chest pain center, surgical center, home health care and skilled nursing care, cardiac, vascular, neurological/ neurosurgical, orthopedic, general surgery, cardiology, obstetrics and outpatient services after delivery.24 hour emergency services

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Office hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm 24 hour emergency services

Languages offered: Multi-lingual , English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 760-446-3551 | Email: admitting@rrh.org | Website: www.rrh.org

Address: 1081 North China Lake Boulevard, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


RiverLakes Community Church

Offers spiritual guidance, support groups and counseling services including family, marriage, grief, substance abuse and parenting skills.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Call for information.

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:30am-4:00pm Friday 8:30am-12:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-589-9733 | Email: info@riverlakeschurch.org | Website: www.riverlakeschurch.org

Address: 4301 Calloway Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312


Rosamond Branch

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Tuesday – Thursday: 10:00am – 7:00pm Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm Saturday: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-256-3236 | Email: info@kerncountylibrary.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 3611 Rosamond Boulevard, Rosamond, CA 93560


Rosamond Community Service District

Provides services to the community of Rosamond and currently maintains nine wells, a waste water treatment facility, two parks, graffiti removal, 16 evaporation ponds, water banking, and over 550 street lights.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 8:00am-4:30pm Wednesday: 9:00am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-256-3411 | Email: customerservice@rosamondcsd.com | Website: www.rosamondcsd.com

Address: 3179 35th Street West, Rosamond, CA 93560


Rosamond Gateway Village

Program provides rental units (1,2, and 3 units) for low income families.

Who is eligible: Very low and low income families

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-256-8706 | Website: https://kernha.org/affordable-housing/

Address: 1332 Rosamond Boulevard, Rosamond, CA 93560


Rosamond United Family Apartments

Provides rental units (1,2, and 3 bedroom units) for low income families.

Who is eligible: Low and very low income families

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661325-0919 | Website: https://kernha.org/affordable-housing/

Address: 1047 Rosamond Boulevard, Rosamond, CA 93560


Rosetown Family Dentistry

Program offers comprehensive dental services.

Who is eligible: Five years and older

Fees: Medi-cal, private insurance

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9:00am - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-758-5338 | Email: www.private@private.com | Website: www.bakersfielddentaloffice.com

Address: 1229 7th Street, Wasco, CA 93280


Rosewood Retirement Community

Provides a retirement community with three levels of living: residential living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care, all on the same campus, as well as provides options for low income housing. 

Who is eligible: 55 and older

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-834-0620 | Email: info@rosewoodretirement.org | Website: https://www.humangood.org/rosewood

Address: 1301 New Stine Road, Bakersfield, CA 93309


RX Delivery (COVID-19)

Provides free prescription delivery.**Must go online to create account at http://www.walgreens.com/topic/pharmacy/prescription-delivery.jsp

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Website available 24/7

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Website: www.walgreens.com/topic/pharmacy/prescription-delivery.jsp


Safe Haven

Provides a food distribution site. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Food pantry: Every Tuesday and Friday of the month from 10:00am-2:00pm and every 4th Saturday of the month from 7:00am-2:00pm. Food Commodity: Every last Tuesday of the month from 12:00pm-5:00pm.

Languages offered: English

Contact:

Address: 10441 South Loop Boulevard , California City, CA 93505


Safe Surrender Baby Law

Program allows a distressed birth parent(s)to legally, confidentially and safely surrender their baby within 3 days/ 72 hours of birth and permits parent to bring a baby within 3 days of birth to any fire station or hospital emergency room in Kern County. A bracelet will be placed on the baby for identification and  a matching bracelet will be given to the parent. The bracelet will help connect the parent to the baby if the parent wants the baby back.  Under the SSB Law, a parent has at least 14 days to claim his or her infant. Hospital personnel will provide information about the baby.

Who is eligible: Newborns up to three days old

Fees: None

Hours: A parent can bring in a baby anytime, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 877-222-9723 | Email: oropezk@kerndhs.com | Website: https://www.kcdhs.org/services/child-protective-services/safely-surrender

Address: 100 East California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Saint Joseph Church

Provides a food distribution.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Every last Monday of the month from 4:00pm - 6:00pm.

Languages offered: English and Spanish, Spanish, English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 1515 Baker Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Saint Michaels Episcopal Church

Provides food pantry.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No Fee

Hours: 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month from 9:00am-11:00am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: 200 West Drummond Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Saint Vincent de Paul

Provides day services for the homeless population. Offers showers, hygiene kits, clothing assistance, cooked meals, sack lunches, and U.S. mail pick-up. Breakfast and lunch are served Monday-Saturday. Breakfast is served at 8:30am and lunch is served at 11:30am.​ Snack packs are provided. Meals are provided on a first come, first served basis.

Who is eligible: Those experiencing homelessness.

Hours: Monday-Saturday: 7:30am-2:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-323-7340 | Email: info@svdpbakersfield.org | Website: www.svdpbakersfield.org

Address: 300 Baker Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Saint Vincent de Paul Homeless Center

The St. Vincent de Paul Society of Bakersfield is a Catholic organization that supports the low income, poor, and homeless of Kern County, California. They are effective at helping the poor with meeting their basic needs and can help families and individuals in a crisis.Provides day services for the homeless population. Offers showers, hygiene kits, clothing assistance, cooked meals, sack lunches, and U.S. mail pick-up.Assistance: - Transportation and daily bus passes available- Assist with ID's and birth certificate fees- Utility assistance- GED testing assistance- Food Pantry on site- Hygiene kits; underwear, socks, Band-Aids, mouthwash, soap, shampoo, one-use towel, beanies, and gloves.

Who is eligible: Individuals experiencing homelessness

Fees: None

Hours: Monday-Saturday: 7:30am-2:00pm Daily Meals: Breakfast served at 8:30am Lunch served at 11:30am Clothing Assistance: 9:15am-11:30am 12:30pm- 1:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-323-7340 | Email: stvincent07@hotmail.com | Website: www.svdpbakersfield.org

Address: 316 Baker Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Saints Memorial Church of God in Christ

Provides a food distribution.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: Free

Hours: Distribution: 2nd Sun 10am-11am 4th Sun 10am-11am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 200 Pacheco Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Salvation Army - Bakersfield

Provides food distributions,  hygiene items, clothing vouchers, enrichment programs for children. Do not refer for Utility, or Rental assistance-Out of fundingDo not refer for Gas or Hotel vouchers- Not available ​

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Distribution: Monday-Thursday 1:00pm-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-837-4243 | Email: tic@usw.salvationarmy.org | Website: www.bakersfield.salvationarmy.org

Address: 4417 Wilson Road, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Salvation Army - Frazier Park

Provides a food commodity site and food baskets on emergency basis.

Hours: Distribution: 1st Wednesday of every month 11:00am-12:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-809-2995 | Email: tic@usw.salvationarmy.org | Website: www.salvationarmyusa.org

Address: P.O BOX 376, Frazier Park, CA 93225


Salvation Army - Lake Isabella

Provides food assistance and Edison utility bill payment assistance.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Office hours: Monday and Friday from 9:00am-11:00am Fresh Rescue/Food Pantry: Monday and Friday from 9:00am-11:00am Tuesday: Utility assistance by appointment only

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 760-379-0112 | Website: https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/usn/

Address: 5109 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Lake Isabella, CA 93240


Salvation Army - Ridgecrest

Program provides emergency food support, utility assistance, holiday food baskets for Thanksgiving and Christmas, thrift store voucher program that provides clothing, furniture and household essentials, and additional social service support services.

Who is eligible: Must be a resident of defined coverage areas

Hours: Office Hours: Wednesday - Friday from 9:00am -11:30am Food Pantry: Tuesday and Friday from 12:30pm-1:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 760-375-7219 | Email: turnie.wright@usw.salvationarmy.org | Website: https://ridgecrest.salvationarmy.org/ridgecrest_corps/

Address: 151 North Downs Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Salvation Army - Tehachapi Service Center

Program provides seasonal assistance with clothing ( back to school event, and winter coat drive). Offers assistance with Southern California Edison and SoCal Gas bills.Offers after school program.Food program services include: emergency food pantry, brown bag, senior sack, and fresh rescue supply.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Office Hours and Food Pantry: Monday-Friday from 8:00am-12:00pm Food Commodities: Every 3rd Tuesday of the month from 8:00am-12:00pm Afterschool program Monday-Friday 2:00pm-5:00pm

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-823-9508 | Email: kyle.yates@usw.salvationarmy.org | Website: www.salvationarmyusa.org

Address: 538 East Tehachapi Boulevard, Tehachapi, CA 93561


Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center

Program provides a Christian base residential rehabilitation program for men including: chemical dependency education, individual and group counseling, work therapy, and drug testing.

Who is eligible: Must fill out an application at office to see if eligible.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-325-8626 | Email: Richard.Mabie@usw.salvationarmy.org | Website: www.bakersfieldarc.salvationarmy.org

Address: 200 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


San Clemente Mission Parish

Provides a food distribution site.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:00pm - 5:00pm.

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 1305 Water Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District

Provides rebates towards the purchase of eligible new, clean-air vehicles, vanpooling, lawn and garden equipment, and vouchers for auto repairs. Varies per availability.Also provides information for the Check Before You Burn Program from November 1 to the end of February.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 7:30am-5:30pm Alternate Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-392-5500 | Email: sjvapcd@valleyair.org | Website: www.valleyair.org

Address: 34946 Flyover Court, Bakersfield, CA 93308


San Joaquin Valley College

Program is an accredited private junior college that provides accelerated, career-focused curriculum and instruction to its students. Educational programs offered: business, medical, technical and many more.  

Who is eligible: Open to all who possess a high school diploma or equivalent

Hours: Administration: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-7:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-834-0126 | Email: admissions@sjvc.edu | Website: www.sjvc.edu

Address: 201 New Stine Road, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Saunders Recreational Facility

Program provides playgrounds, reservable areas, barbeque grills, group picnic areas, pavilion, serving shelter, basketball courts, volleyball courts, water spray park, horseshoe pits, water park and an indoor/outdoor multi-use facility  ideal for a wide range of recreational activities and events including roller/inline hockey, basketball, and indoor soccer.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Fees vary

Hours: Spray Park: Monday-Sunday: 12:00pm-7:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-326-3866 | Email: compks@bakersfieldcity.us | Website: www.bakersfieldcity.us

Address: 3300 Palm Street, Bakersfield, CA 93309


School Delays and Closure

Provides communication between districts and the public in the event of a school delay or closure. Some districts are authorized to call a two hour delay, other districts are authorized to call a three hour delay. District superintendents may also elect to close school for the day. Reasons for delay or closure of a school district include dense fog, hazardous road conditions, power outages. Some districts which call a delay allow students to be dropped off at school by a parent or guardian. Alert Line will display fog delays throughout Kern County. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-636-4000 | Website: http://alertline.kern.org/

Address: 1300 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Search & Rescue

Program provides an opportunity to the public to become a member of the Search and Rescue Volunteers Team working alongside the Sheriff's Department.

Who is eligible: Citizen of Kern County, 21 years of age, good physical and mental condition, no felonies, must be free of misdemeanors convictions during the last three years, motor vehicle convictions must be limited to three within the last three years.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-391-7659 | Email: sheriff@kernsheriff.org | Website: https://www.kernsheriff.org/Search_Rescue

Address: 1350 Norris Road, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Seasonal Farm Workers

Provides English as a second language (ESL)  classes through the Bakersfield Adult School. Program will also be assisting farm workers with training services such as: welding training/welders helper, mechanic, forklift certification, confined space and hazmat, oilfield passport, certified nurse assistance, as well as vocational training in various occupations and job placement assistance. 

Who is eligible: 18 years or older who have worked as a seasonal farm worker or dependent of one.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-336-6912 | Website: https://www.careeronestop.org/

Address: 1600 East Belle Terrace, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Select Staffing

Provides assistance to individuals seeking employment. (Positions vary depending on open positions)Individuals can also apply online.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-396-8341 | Email: brbak@select.com | Website: www.select.com

Address: 5555 California Avenue , Bakersfield, CA 93309


Senior Essentials Hygiene Kits

We distribute free hygiene kits to seniors in Bakersfield. These kits are packed with items to support daily hygiene and health, ensuring seniors maintain their dignity and confidence. Through our Senior Essentials Program, we offer free hygiene kits and incontinence supplies—including adult diapers, chucks, wet wipes—and complete hygiene kits containing soap, shampoo, conditioner, combs, nail clippers, and deodorant.

Who is eligible: -Must be 55+ years old and reside in Bakersfield or Kern County. -Must have a medical need for durable medical equipment.

Fees: Free

Hours: Monday- Thursday 9:00am- 5:30pm Hygiene kits available for seniors 55+ in Bakersfield

Languages offered: Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-412-9730 Ext. 120 | Email: foundation@purposedrivenhh.com | Website: www.purposedrivenhh.com

Address: 11901 Bolthouse Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311


Senior Food Program - Arvin Village Congregational Community

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items.

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older and Kern County resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Hours: Wednesday, 03/25 from 9:00am-10:00am 04/22 from 9:00am-10:00am 05/27 from 9:00am-10:00am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 112 Richard Street , Arvin, CA 93203


Senior Food Program - Buttonwillow Senior Center

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items. 

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older, Kern county resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Fees: No fee

Hours: Wednesday, 03/11 from 9:00am-10:00am Wednesday, 04/08 from 9:00am-10:00am Wednesday, 05/13 from 9:00am-10:00am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: 131 East First Street , Buttonwillow, CA 93206


Senior Food Program - California Apartments

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items. 

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older, Kern county resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Fees: No fee

Hours: Wednesday, 03/04 from 9:00am-9:30am Wednesday, 04/01 from 9:00am-9:30am Wednesday, 05/06 from 9:00am-9:30am

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-398-4520 | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: 1015 O Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Senior Food Program - CAPK Senior Warehouse

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items.

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older and Kern County resident

Hours: Food distribution on Fridays from 8:00-10:00am March: 03/06, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27 April: 04/03, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24 May: 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22, 05/29

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 520 South Washington Street, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Senior Food Program - Catholic Charities

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items.​No Utility or Rent Assistance available 

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older, Kern county resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Hours: Tuesday, 03/17 from 9:00am-10:00am Tuesday, 04/21 from 9:00am-10:00am Tuesday, 05/19 from 9:00am-10:00am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 809 Chester Avenue , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Senior Food Program - Crossroad Christian Fellowship Church

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items. 

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older, Kern county resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Hours: Thursday, 03/12 from 9:00am-10:30am Thursday, 04/09 from 9:00am-10:30am Thursday, 05/14 from 9:00am-10:30am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: 2500 Fairfax Road, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Senior Food Program - Delano Memorial Park

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items.

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older, Kern county resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Hours: Monday, 03/23 from 9:00am-1:00pm Monday, 04/27 from 9:00am-1:00pm Monday, 05/18 from 9:00am-1:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 106 South Lexington Street, Delano, CA 93215


Senior Food Program - Frazier Park Community Building

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items.

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older and Kern County resident

Hours: Wednesday, 03/11 from 10:00am-11:00am Wednesday, 04/08 from 10:00am-11:00am Wednesday, 05/13 from 10:00am-11:00am

Languages offered: English

Contact:

Address: 3801 Park Drive, Frazier Park, CA 93225


Senior Food Program - Griffith Church

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items.

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older, Kern county resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Hours: Tuesday, 03/10 from 9:30am - 10:30am Tuesday, 04/14 from 9:30am - 10:30am Tuesday, 05/12 from 9:30am - 10:30am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 408 Griffith Avenue, Wasco, CA 93280


Senior Food Program - Gusher Hall

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items. 

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older and Kern County resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Hours: Monday, 03/16 from 10:00am-10:30am Monday, 04/20 from 10:00am-10:30am Monday, 05/11 from 10:00am-10:30am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: 267 CA-33, Maricopa, CA 93252


Senior Food Program - Lake Isabella Veterans Hall

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items.

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older, Kern county resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Fees: No fee

Hours: Friday, 03/06 from 9:30am-11:00am Friday, 04/03 from 9:30am-11:00am Friday, 05/01 from 9:30am-11:00am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 6405 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Lake Isabella, CA 93240


Senior Food Program - Lamont Senior Center

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items.

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older and Kern County resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Hours: Wednesday, 03/25 from 9:00am-11:00am Wednesday, 04/22 from 9:00am-11:00am Wednesday, 05/27 from 9:00am-11:00am

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 10300 San Diego Street, Lamont, CA 93241


Senior Food Program - Lowell Place

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items.

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older and Kern County resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Hours: Thursday, 03/26 from 9:00am-10:00am Thursday, 04/23 from 9:00am-10:00am Thursday, 05/28 from 9:00am-10:00am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: capk.org

Address: 500 R Street , Bakersfield, CA 93304


Senior Food Program - Mable Davis Senior Center

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food item such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits, and vegetables. *Upon availability of items.

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older, Kern county resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Hours: Wednesday, 03/18 from 9:30am-10:30am Wednesday, 04/15 from 9:30am-10:30am Wednesday, 05/20 from 9:30am-10:30am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 10221 Heather Avenue, California City, CA 93505


Senior Food Program - Mission de Jesus

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items.

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older and Kern County resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Hours: Monday, 03/02 from 9:30-10:30am Monday, 04/06 from 9:30-10:30am Monday, 05/04 from 9:30-10:30am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: 188 San Juan Street , Mc Farland, CA 93250


Senior Food Program - Mt. Mesa

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items.

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older, Kern county resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday, 03/09 from 9:30am-10:30am Monday, 04/13 from 9:30am-10:30am Monday, 05/11 from 9:30am-10:30am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 12312 Mountain Mesa Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240


Senior Food Program - New Life Center

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items.

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older, Kern county resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Hours: Friday, 03/20 from 8:00am-11:00am Friday, 04/17 from 8:00am-11:00am Friday, 05/15 from 8:00am-11:00am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 4313 Shepard Street, Bakersfield, CA 93313


Senior Food Program - Park Place

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items.

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older, Kern county resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Hours: Thursday, 03/05 from 9:30am-11:00am Thursday, 04/02 from 9:30am-11:00am Thursday, 05/07 from 9:30am-11:00am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: 2250 R Street , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Senior Food Program - Plaza Tower

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items.

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older, Kern county resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Hours: Tuesday, 03/03 from 9:00am-10:00am Tuesday, 04/07 from 9:00am-10:00am Tuesday, 05/05 from 9:00am-10:00am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 3015 Wilson Road , Bakersfield, CA 93304


Senior Food Program - Rasmussen Senior Center

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items.

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older, Kern county resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Hours: Thursday, 03/19 from 9:00am-11:00am Thursday, 04/16 from 9:00am-11:00am Thursday, 05/21 from 9:00am-11:00am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 115 East Roberts Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Senior Food Program - Saint Michaels Church

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items.

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older and Kern County resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Hours: Monday, 03/16 from 10:00am-11:00am Monday, 04/20 from 10:00am-11:00am Monday, 05/11 from 10:00am-11:00am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 200 Drummond Avenue , Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Senior Food Program - Shafter Youth Center

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items. 

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older, Kern county resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Hours: Friday, 03/13 from 9:00am-10:30am Friday, 04/10 from 9:00am-10:30am Friday, 05/08 from 9:00am-10:30am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: 455 East Euclid, Shafter, CA 93263


Senior Food Program - Taft NEEDS Center

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items. 

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older, Kern county resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Hours: Wednesday, 03/04 from 9:30am-10:30am Wednesday, 04/01 from 9:30am-10:30am Wednesday, 05/06 from 9:30am-10:30am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: 518 Main Street, Taft, CA 93268


Senior Food Program - Tehachapi Senior Center

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits, and vegetables. *Upon availability of items.

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older, Kern county resident. Can only attend one senior distribution site per month.

Hours: Wednesday, 03/18 from 12:00pm-1:00pm Wednesday, 04/15 from 12:00pm-1:00pm Wednesday, 05/20 from 12:00pm-1:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 500 East F Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561


Senior Food Program - Wasco West Side

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items.

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older and Kern County resident

Hours: Tuesday, 03/24 from 9:00am-10:00am Tuesday, 04/28 from 9:00am-10:00am Tuesday, 05/26 from 9:00am-10:00am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 2150 Palm Avenue, Wasco, CA 93280


Senior Food Program- Twin Oaks Community Church CSFP

Provides seniors with a box of healthy food items such as milk, cereal, protein, fruits and vegetables. *Upon availability of items.

Who is eligible: Must be 60 years of age or older and Kern County resident

Hours: Wednesday, 03/11 from 11:00am-12:00pm Wednesday, 04/08 from 11:00am-12:00pm Wednesday, 05/13 from 11:00am-12:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 16115 Caliente Creek Rd, Caliente, CA 93268


Senior Housing - Park Place Apartments

Provides low income apartments.

Who is eligible: Seniors

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-634-0931 | Email: mrodriguez@kernha.org | Website: https://www.kernhousing.com/

Address: 2250 R Street , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Senior Housing - Pinewood Glen

Provides low income apartments.

Who is eligible: Seniors

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00am-6:00pm Closed for lunch: 12:30pm-1:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-834-4222 | Email: gpalma@kernha.org | Website: kernha.org

Address: 2221 South Real Road , Bakersfield, CA 93309


Senior Housing - Village Congregational Community

Provides low income apartments.

Who is eligible: Seniors

Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-854-4413 | Email: GDeLaFuente@kernha.org | Website: https://www.kernhousing.com/

Address: 112 Richard Street, Arvin, CA 93203


Senior Housing - Village Park Apartments

Provides low income apartments.

Who is eligible: Seniors

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-636-0801 | Email: rrichardson@kernha.org | Website: https://www.kernhousing.com/

Address: 2300 R Street , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Senior Information and Referral Program

Program provides fact sheets, program listings, information and referrals on available programs and services for seniors such as: Social Security, SSI, Medi-Cal, nutrition, housing, Medi-Care, etc. Also, provides assistance with the proper completion of various types of forms (SSI, Income Tax, etc.) and individualized case management assistance for seniors experiencing problems due to illness or difficulty accessing services.

Who is eligible: Senior adults 60 years of age and older.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-868-1000 | Email: aginginfo@kerncounty.com | Website: https://www.kerncounty.com/government/aging-adult-services/services/information-and-referral

Address: 5357 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Senior Law Center

Services include assistance with powers of attorney, advance health care directives, landlord-tenant matters, financial exploitation, elder abuse and neglect, and public benefits. 

Who is eligible: Seniors 60 years and older

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-5:00pm

Languages offered: Multi-lingual , English

Contact: Phone: 661-325-5943 | Email: gbla@lightspeed.net | Website: https://www.gbla.org/services/older-adults/

Address: 615 California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Senior Nutrition Sites

Provides daily noon meals and social activities for older adults.

Who is eligible: Seniors 60 years and older

Fees: $3.00 fee for lunch. Donations may apply.

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-1000 | Email: nutritioninfo@kerncounty.com | Website: http://www.co.kern.ca.us/aas/nutritionmenu.aspx#.WBzYc8l5LkE

Address: 5357 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Set Free Training Center

Provides a Christian faith based inpatient rehabilitation program including: relapse awareness, bible studies, spiritual 12 steps, anger awareness, R.A.P. sessions, community outreach, work projects, and food/shelter (Call for availability).

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-332-9297 | Email: setfreeangel@att.net | Website: www.setfreebakersfield.com

Address: Confidential, , CA 93301


Sexual Assault Response Team and East Kern Rape Crisis Center

Program provides emergency response, law enforcement accompaniment, case management, advocacy and counseling.

Who is eligible: Victims of sexual assault or rape

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm 24-hour crisis line

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 760-371-1969 | Email: Womenscenter.hd@wchdinc.org | Website: https://www.wc-hdinc.org/

Address: 330 East Ridgecrest Boulevard, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Shafter Free Will Church

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: No fee

Hours: Distribution every 4th Friday of the month from 10am to 12pm

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org

Address: 155 Redwood Drive, Shafter, CA 93263


Shafter Police Department

Provides law enforcement services to the general public in the city of Shafter. Services include: emergency response, calls for service, criminal investigation, traffic enforcement, crime prevention, narcotics enforcement, school resource officers, dare, and gang suppression.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Office hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Police response 24 hours 7 days a week

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-746-6341 | Email: jbell@shafter.com | Website: www.shafter.com

Address: 201 Central Valley Highway, Shafter, CA 93263


Sheriffs Activity League

Program provides positive activities for at-risk youth including: academic tutoring, sports, crafts, games, computer training, leadership training, field trips and much more.

Who is eligible: Youth ages 8 -18

Fees: Call for information

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: SALCOORDINATORS@KERNSHERIFF.ORG | Website: www.kcsal.com

Address: 1700 Flower Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Silver Creek Community Center

Program offers a community park, swimming pool, gym, and community center. Also offers, year-round programs for people of all ages including, soccer, cross-county, flag football, basketball, track, swim lessons, public swimming, aerobics, aqua aerobics, and Saturday night activity programs.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-326-3866 | Email: ComPks@bakersfieldcity.us | Website: http://www.bakersfieldcity.us/gov/depts/recreation_n_parks/aquatics/default.htm

Address: 7011 Harris Road, Bakersfield, CA 93313


Small Claims Advisor

The Small Claims Advisor is employed by the court and can explain the basic steps involved in small claims actions such as, car accidents, property damage, landlord/tenant issues and contract disputes. Services are offered at no cost on a first-come, first-serve basis.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-4:00pm Friday: 8:00am-12:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-868-2532 | Email: publicaffairs@kern.courts.ca.gov | Website: http://www.kern.courts.ca.gov

Address: 1415 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Smile Dental services

Provides dental services.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish, Korean

Contact: Phone: 661-725-9430

Address: 1406 Jefferson Street, Delano, CA 93215


Social Enrichment Education Development in Young Adults

Provides social training program for young adults ages 18-22 with developmental disabilities offering a variety of activities. 

Who is eligible: 18-22 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-395-1361 | Email: administrator@napd-bak.org | Website: http://napd-bak.org

Address: 3220 North Sillect Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Social Security Administration

Provides assistance with Medicare applications, check problems, obtaining a social security card and other related issues to Social Security benefits. Social Security beneficiaries and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients can also access their benefit verification letter, payment history, and earnings record instantly using their online account. Social Security beneficiaries also can change their address and start or change direct deposit information online. 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 866-476-1489 | Website: www.ssa.gov

Address: 5300 Office Park Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Social Security Office

Provides assistance with Medicare applications, check problems, obtaining a social security card and other related issues to Social Security benefits. Social Security beneficiaries and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients can also access their benefit verification letter, payment history, and earnings record instantly using their online account. Social Security beneficiaries also can change their address and start or change direct deposit information online. www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 866-635-0287 | Email: private@ssa.gov | Website: www.ssa.gov

Address: 2234 Girard Street, Delano, CA 93215


Sound the Alarm

The American Red Cross of Central California is working to #EndHomeFires through our Sound the Alarm program.The Red Cross and its partners will install a limited number of free smoke alarms for those who cannot afford to purchase smoke alarms or for those who are physically unable to install a smoke alarm. The Red Cross installs a limited number of specialized bedside alarms for individuals who are deaf or hard-of-hearing.Ensure your home is safe by requesting a Sound the Alarm installation at your home. Red Cross volunteers will contact you to schedule an appointment to install free smoke alarms in your home and provide vital prevention and safety education. All American Red Cross services are free and available to all regardless of race, religious beliefs, nationality, or citizenship status.Smoke detector Application

Who is eligible: 18 years and older

Hours: Monday - Friday: 10:00am-2:00pm Request Free Smoke Alarm Installation & Education https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=vms_public_form&form_id=5339

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-324-6427 | Email: Megin.Hughes@redcross.org | Website: https://www.redcross.org/local/california/central-california.html

Address: 5305 Gilmore Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308


South Bakersfield Community Health Center

Provides medical service, general medicine, obstetrics, pediatrics, immunizations, family planning, drug screening, internal medicine, lab, and educational programs on prenatal education, HIV/AIDS, health, WIC referrals and nutritional counseling. The center provides special financial programs to assist individuals and families in meeting their health care cost and obligations.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Sunday: 8:00am-7:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 833-678-2781 | Email: info@clinicasierravista.org | Website: https://www.clinicasierravista.org/locations/south-bakersfield-community-health-center/

Address: 2400 Wible Road, Bakersfield, CA 93304


South Chester Wellness Center

Provides comprehensive medical and health care, treatment, and health education to children.Mental Health Services and Case Management services. 

Who is eligible: Children 0-5 and their families in Bakersfield School district

Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:30pm Closed 12:00pm-1:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-631-3203 | Website: https://kern.org

Address: 800 Ming Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


South Kern County Family Justice Center

Provides multi-agency services available for case management, advocacy, legal assistance, child support or government assistance.

Who is eligible: Victims of domestic violence, sexual assault or human trafficking

Hours: Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Walk-ins: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm Closed all County Holidays

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-868-5820 | Email: kcvs@kernda.org | Website: https://kcfjc.org/

Address: 12022 Main Street, Lamont, CA 93241


Southern California Gas Company

Provides gas service to your home or business and free appliance safety checks for home-heating appliances. To schedule an appointment call or visit website. 

Who is eligible: No information has been provided by Agency.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-7:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 877-238-0092 | Email: private@sce.com | Website: www.socalgas.com

Address: 3701 Pegasus Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Southern Kern Unified School District

Who is eligible: 0-18 years old

Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-256-5000 | Email: dwexler@skusd.k12.ca.us | Website: www.skusd.k12.ca.us

Address: 2601 Rosamond Boulevard, Rosamond, CA 93560


Southern Sierra Council Boy Scouts of America

Provides a youth serving agency that teaches citizenship training, character development, and physical and mental fitness through weekly meetings, weekend camping trips, special events, week-long summer camp, summer baseball league and day camps.

Who is eligible: Youth and adults.
Cub Scouts: Kinder - 5th grade boys. Boy Scouts: 6th grade -18 year old boys. Ventures: 14-18 year old boys/girls.

Fees: A full year registration is $24.00

Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 12:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-325-9036 | Email: randy.saunders@scouting.org | Website: www.sscbsa.org

Address: 2417 M Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Southside Seventh-Day Adventist Church

Provides food baskets every second Saturday of the month.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Every 2nd Saturday of the month: 9:00am-10:00am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: 1330 3rd Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Southwest Branch Library

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Tuesday – Thursday: 10:00am – 7:00pm Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm Saturday: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-664-7716 | Email: info@kerncountylibary.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 8301 Ming Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93311


Special Explorers Center

Provides behavioral health treatment and day care services.

Who is eligible: Children ages 3-21

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-6:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-493-0688 | Email: receptionist@specialexplorers.net | Website: www.specialexplorers.net

Address: 2807 H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Special Olympics Southern California - Kern County

Provides physical fitness and athletic competition.

Who is eligible: Children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 10:00am-6:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-383-2909 | Email: kern@sosc.org | Website: http://www.sosc.org/kerncounty

Address: 2020 20th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


St. Mary

Provides a food pantry.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Every 2nd Monday of the month from 5:00pm-7:00pm.

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 110 East Woodrow Street, Taft, CA 93268


Staples Energy

Provides weatherization services such as installing attic insulation and weather stripping around windows and doors, weatherizing outlet and switch plate openings, performing duct testing and sealing, replacing doors as necessary, and installing low-flow faucet aerators, shower heads, and high efficiency toilets.

Who is eligible: Income-qualified PG&E customers

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-324-0930 | Email: save@staplesenegy.com | Website: www.staplesenergy.com

Address: 19420 Aerodyne Way, Bakersfield, CA 93308


State of California Department of Human Services

Offers various services for individuals: Medi-Cal/Denti-Cal enrollment, free health screenings, family planning services, mental health, foster care, resources for children with special medical conditions and seniors needing personal care.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: Multi-lingual telephone service available, English

Contact: Phone: 916-651-8848 | Email: piar@dss.ca.gov | Website: www.cdss.ca.gov

Address: 744 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814


Stewards

Provides payee services for Social Security, retirement and or disability recipients.  

Who is eligible: SSI or SSA recipients

Hours: Walk-ins Monday and Thursday: 7:30am-12:00pm Tuesday and Wednesday: 7:30am-9:00am Phone hours Monday-Friday: 9:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-631-1258 | Email: help@stewardsinc.org | Website: www.stewardsinc.org

Address: 107 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Stewards/Sister Josie Pantry

Hours: Distribution: 2nd Wed 9am-11am 3rd Wed 9-11am 4th Wed 9-11am

Contact:

Address: 107 17th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Stockdale Club

Provides recreational activities including fine art, computer education, competitive sports, community awareness programs, after school programs, referrals to services for at risk youth, and a youth training and summer job program.  

Who is eligible: Children ages 5-17

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-6:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-663-8733 | Email: info@bgclubsofkerncounty.org | Website: https://www.bgclubsofkerncounty.org/

Address: 5207 Young Street, Bakersfield, CA 93311


Stop ICE

Send & Receive alerts about ICE raids and activity in your area. Stop ICE Alerts Network works with technology already built into your phone without the need to download an app. This application helps Rapid Response Teams and community volunteers who can provide on-ground support when ICE raids or sightings are reported in their area.Sign-up to receive ICE sighting Alerts via website or texting.ICE sighting Alerts   Text "JOIN" to 877-322-2299 Website: Stop ICE Raids Alert Network

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: 24/7 Alerts

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 877-322-2299 | Website: https://stopice.net/


Storm Related Information

Provides storm related information.Storm - Related Contacts (The City of Bakersfield) Blocked Storm Drains Monday- Friday: 7am - 3:30pm 661-326-3111 Downed Trees/Branches Monday-Friday: 6:30am-3pm 661-326-3866 Street Light, Traffic Signal Outage Monday-Friday: 7am-3:30pm 661-326-3781  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Website available 24/7

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-326-3111 | Website: https://kernpublicworks.com/transportation/road-status-closures/storm-preparation/


Suicide Survivor Support Group

Provides a support group for suicide survivors/those who have lost someone by suicide

Who is eligible: Suicide survivors or people who have lost someone due to suicide.
Call Ellen Eggert to see if eligible

Hours: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month. Times and locations vary. Call for information.

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-1719 | Email: eeggert@kernbhrs.org | Website: https://www.kernbhrs.org/


Supported Living

Provides supportive services to adults with developmental disabilities that live on their own. Provides information, networking, disability specific support, resources, education, parent support, in home respite program, employment services, and socialization.

Who is eligible: Developmentally disabled adults

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-758-5331 | Website: https://cso-svd.org/

Address: 1401 Poso Avenue, Wasco, CA 93280


Supported Living Services

Assists with transitioning to an independent life, including instruction on leasing an apartment, cooking, cleaning, laundry, budget, mobility, public transportation and problem solving skills.

Who is eligible: Developmentally disabled adults

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-834-2272 | Email: pkyle@barc-inc.org | Website: http://barc-inc.org/programs/supported-living-services/

Address: 4500 California Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Supported Living Services

Provides information, networking, disability specific support, resources, education, parent support, in home respite program, employment services, job training, early intervention for infants and toddlers, recreation, socialization, and supported living.

Who is eligible: Adults with developmental disabilities referred through Kern Regional Center

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 760-375-1943 | Email: dart@dartontarget.org | Website: https://thearc.org/chapter/desert-area-resources-and-training/

Address: 201 East Ridgecrest Boulevard, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Supportive Services for Veteran Families

Assist veteran families who are homeless or at-risk of homelessness quickly regain stability and permanent housing after experiencing a housing crisis and/or homelessness. Types of Funding Available:Rental AssistanceUtility – Fee Payment AssistanceSecurity DepositsEmergency SuppliesTransportation

Who is eligible: - Veteran must be head of household - Veteran must live in or want to live in Kern County - Veteran household must meet threshold requirements

Fees: Services based on income

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-873-4600 | Email: info@cavaf.org | Website: www.cavaf.org

Address: 1617 30th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Taft Association for Retarded Citizens

Provides advocacy, educational programming, public awareness, crime prevention and resources for full integration into community life.

Who is eligible: Developmentally disabled, Taft resident, Kern Regional Center client

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-12:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-763-1532 | Email: danielle4arc@gmail.com | Website: www.arctaft.com

Address: 204 Van Buren Street, Taft, CA 93268


Taft Branch Library

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Wednesday: 11:00am-6:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-373-3294 | Email: info@kerncountylibrary.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 27 Cougar Court, Taft, CA 93268


Taft City School District

Provides general information regarding administration and programs for district schools located in Taft.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-763-1521 | Email: mtaylor@taftcity.org | Website: www.taftcityschools.com

Address: 820 6th Street, Taft, CA 93268


Taft College

Offers a textbook rental program, free parking, gas vouchers and scholarship programs with cost effective educational options.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Administration: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-5:00pm Counseling Center: Monday-Thursday 7:30-5:00 Friday 7:30am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-763-7700 | Email: aanderson@taftcollege.edu | Website: www.taftcollege.edu

Address: 29 Cougar Court, Taft, CA 93268


Taft College Childrens Center

Provides an on campus child care program for infants and children.

Who is eligible: Children 0-5 years of age

Fees: Sliding Scale

Hours: Office hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Child care hours: Monday-Friday: 5:00am-5:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-763-7850 | Email: ccervantes@capk.org | Website: www.taftcollege.edu

Address: 729 Ash Street, Taft, CA 93268


Taft College Dental Hygiene Program

Provides a two-year, full-time course of study to obtain an associates degree in science and dental hygiene. The program is designed to prepare students to provide preventive, educational, and therapeutic services in oral health. Program provides free treatment to the students, faculty and staff at Taft College. Services to the public include: oral cancer screening, patient education, complete cleaning, fluoride treatment, X-rays, sealant and impressions.  

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Free to Taft students and staff, public fee is $20

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 7:00am-5:00pm Friday: 8:00am-12:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-763-7706 | Email: Iriss@taftcollege.edu | Website: www.taftcollege.edu

Address: 29 Cougar Court, Taft, CA 93268


Taft Necessary Emergency Economic District Site

Provides food, clothing, telephone access, prescription assistance, referrals to other agencies, utility and rental assistance when funds are available.Out of funding for Utility and rental assistance.

Who is eligible: Low income

Hours: Office hours: Monday and Friday from 9:00am-12:00pm Food distribution is every 3rd Monday from 9:00am-12:00pm.

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-763-4888 | Email: etheneedsc@bak.rr.com | Website: https://www.needsctr.org/

Address: 518 Main Street, Taft, CA 93268


Taft Senior Nutrition Program

Provides home delivered meals, daily lunch meal, social activities and information clearinghouse services in a congregate setting.

Who is eligible: Senior 60 years or older

Fees: $3.00 suggested for Seniors 60 and older for lunch meals and $6 for non-seniors. ls

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:00am-12:30pm Lunch: 10:30-11:30 am 24-Hour advanced reservations required.

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-765-6677 | Email: info@wsrpd.com | Website: www.wsrpd.com

Address: 500 Cascade Place, Taft, CA 93268


Teen Challenge

Provides a one year residential treatment facility that uses a Christian discipleship model. Services include Christian faith-based courses, weekly meetings with advisors, vocational training, and GED courses. 

Who is eligible: Adults with substance abuse problems

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-399-2273 | Email: kern@teenchallenge.org | Website: https://www.teenchallenge.org/centers/kern-county/

Address: 301 East Roberts Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Tehachapi Branch - Kern County Library

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Tuesday – Thursday: 10:00am – 7:00pm Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm Saturday: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-822-4938 | Email: info@kerncountylibrary.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 212 Green Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561


Tehachapi Museum

Provides historical exhibits, events, walking tours and murals.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: $20-Individual Membership $25-Family Membership $40-Individual/Family Sustaining $50-Business $60-Patron $100-Silver Membership $500-Gold Membership

Hours: Saturday and Sunday: 12:00pm-4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-822-8152 | Email: info@tehachapimuseum.org | Website: www.tehachapimuseum.org

Address: 310 South Green Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561


Tehachapi Police Department

Provides law enforcement services to the general public in the city of Tehachapi. Services include: emergency response, calls for service, criminal investigation, traffic enforcement, crime prevention, narcotics enforcement, school resource officers, dare, and gang suppression.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Office hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Emergency response available 24/7

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-822-2222 | Website: https://www.liveuptehachapi.com/291/About

Address: 220 West C Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561


Tehachapi Readjustment Counseling Services

Provides information, referrals, and counseling.No Walk-ins, call 661-323-8387 for assistance

Who is eligible: Survivor of military sexual trauma, Veterans and their families

Fees: None

Hours: First Wednesday of every month 9:00am - 2:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-323-8387 | Email: guadalupe.sanchezjr@va.gov | Website: https://www.va.gov

Address: 125 East F Street , Tehachapi, CA 93561


Tehachapi Valley Recreation And Parks District

Program provides recreational activities, park facilities, community centers, special interest classes, and adult/youth sports programs.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-6:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-822-3228 | Email: info@tvrpd.org | Website: https://www.tvrpd.org/

Address: 490 West D Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561


Telehealth Mental Health Services

Provides telehealth based mental health services for all California residents. Our clinicians include Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, able to provide medication management, Psychologists, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Licensed Clinical Social Workers, able to provide ongoing psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families. 

Who is eligible: Must have Medical insurance (we accept Kern Family Health Plan, and commercial insurance)

Fees: For those without insurance coverage, we can assist them with registering for Medical or provide sliding scale rate at $60

Hours: Monday- Friday 7:00am-9:00pm Saturday-Sunday 7:00am-2:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 714-253-7668 | Email: contact@alineabh.com | Website: https://alineabh.com/

Address: 265 South Randolph Avenue, Brea, CA 92821


Terra Lynn House

Provides a sober living home for women.

Who is eligible: Adult women

Fees: $725

Hours: Monday-Sunday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-831-1027 | Email: terralynnshouseofhope@yahoo.com | Website: No website provided by agency.

Address: 2309 San Marino Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309


The Cat People

Volunteer based. When funding available:Program provides cat adoptions, cat food pantry, spay and neuter vouchers, cat trap rentals, education and other programs (must call to inquire) Program does not pick up feral cats or kittens due to limited space. At the moment, program is not taking  cats and kittens (except for rare circumstances at this time). 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: No fees for programs. Adoption fees only.

Hours: By appointment.

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-327-4706 | Email: AlisaD@TheCatPeople.org | Website: www.thecatpeople.org

Address: 4120 East Drive , Bakersfield, CA 93308


The Center for Sexuality & Gender Diversity

Provides a safe place for the LGBTQ community to meet, socialize and network. Program provides social, cultural, and educational programs and activities, plus an extensive referral network.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am-6:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-404-5209 | Email: Info@thecenterbak.org | Website: www.thecenterbak.org

Address: 902 18th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


The Driving Clean Assistance Program

The Driving Clean Assistance Program (DCAP), offers two pathways to getting into your new clean air vehicle. Both pathways offer down-payment assistance in the form of upfront grants that are paid directly to the dealerships and do not need to be paid back. With DCAP you receive more than just the funding to get into a clean air vehicle, you also receive financial coaching, counseling, and access to fair financing options.Apply: Driving clean Application Programs:1. Scrap and Replace: Program eligible and program qualified participants can receive up to $10,000 to purchase or lease a new or used battery electric vehicle (BEV), plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), or fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV)    Scrap Requirements: Gasoline or diesel-powered light- or medium-duty vehicles under 10,000 pounds gross vehicle weight.Must pass a functionality test.Model year 2009 or older.Vehicle Title must be issued under the applicant’s name.Two Years Proof of Operation Required   Replacement Requirements: Purchased or leased in California through an authorized dealership.New or used with a maximum purchase price cap of $45,000 (excluding taxes and fees).New vehicles must be on the California Air Resources Board (CARB) list of eligible vehicles.Used vehicles must be eight* (8) calendar years or newer with 75,000 or less original miles.  *The model year of an 8-year vehicle is calculated by subtracting 7 from the current calendar year of the transaction (e.g., eligible replacement vehicles in calendar 2024 include model years 2017 and newer).2. No car to scrap? Financing Assistance: DCAP can provide program eligible and program qualified community members with up to $7,500 to purchase or lease a new or used battery electric vehicle (BEV), plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), or fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV). Community members are not required to scrap a gas vehicle to take advantage of Financing Assistance     Requirements: Qualify for DCAP’s Clean Cars 4 All or Financing Assistance incentives.Participate in financial education classes.Agree to undergo financial counseling and analysis with a DCAP Loan/Credit Counselor to determine if the participant’s financial situation can comfortably sustain a vehicle loan.

Who is eligible: To be program eligible, participants must: - Be 18 years or older. - Be a California resident (community members with AB60 and ITIN qualify). - Apply before purchasing/leasing a vehicle - Have a household income ≤ 300% of the Federal Poverty Level - Not have participated in any CARB light-duty vehicle purchase incentive program Adults

Fees: No fee

Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: info@drivingcleanca.org | Website: https://drivingcleanca.org/


The Mission at Kern County

Program provides an emergency shelter, medical screenings, showers, meals, clothing, case management, job search, resume building, education, case management, and homeless court. Also offers an 18-month residential addiction recovery program for men, women, and women with children 

Who is eligible: Emergency shelter and showers are limited to adult males only. Other services including residential treatment is available to men and women.

Fees: None

Hours: Office hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Daily meals/ 7 days per week: Breakfast: 6:00am-7:00am Lunch: 11:00am-12:00pm Dinner: 4:30pm-5:30pm Medical Screenings: Every 4th Tuesday of the month from 9:00am-11:00am

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@themissionkc.org | Website: www.themissionkc.org

Address: 821 East 21st Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


The River Bakersfield

Provides a lunch.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: No fee

Hours: Every Wednesday from 10:00am - 12:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-326-8049 | Email: info@riverbfl.org | Website: http://riverbfl.org/

Address: 928 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Toast Net Internet Service

Provides dial-up, high-speed DSL, web hosting and design, corporate email, broadband for business, and online backup.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: Monthly plans vary, no set up fees or contracts.

Hours: 24 hours/ day, 7 days/ week Office Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-6:00pm (Eastern Time)

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 419-292-2200 | Website: www.2.toast.net

Address: 4841 Monroe Street, Toledo, OH 43623


Tobacco Prevention Program

Program provides educational materials to promote the adoption of smoke free practices. This program also assists with communities in planning and implementing tobacco prevention activities and health fairs. Program also provides referral information to individuals who want to quit smoking.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-321-3000 | Email: publichealth@kerncounty.com | Website: Kernpublichealth.com

Address: 1800 Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Toys for Tots

Program provides new toys to less fortunate children at Christmas. Accepts donations for needed items. Toys for Tots’ goal is to provide one toy to each child. Orders are filled with the toys we have on board when the order is requested. Organizations must coordinate date and time of toy pickup.To submit a toy request call 661-706-5861 or visit the website to submit application Apply for a Toy Toy request application

Who is eligible: Children ages 0-18, low income

Hours: Wednesday- Saturday 12:00pm-5:00pm To submit a toy request call 661-706-5861 or visit the website to submit application Distribution Day: Saturday, December 20th 2025 from 7:00am- 4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-387-5380 | Email: bakersfield.ca@toysfortots.org | Website: https://bakersfield-ca.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/request-toys.aspx

Address: 900 24th street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Traffic and Alcohol Awareness School of Kern

Provides court or Department of Motor Vehicles ordered alcohol or substance abuse education.

Who is eligible: Adults convicted of a drug or alcohol offense

Hours: Monday - Sunday: 9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-322-8862 | Email: taask@yahoo.com | Website: www.taaskinc.com

Address: 324 Oak Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Transit District - City of Shafter

Provides a public transit system.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Office hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm Dial-A-Ride: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-746-5000 | Email: jzervis@shafter.com | Website: www.shafter.com

Address: 336 Pacific Avenue, Shafter, CA 93263


Transitional Age Youth

Program offers counseling, psychotherapy, transportation relating to mental health treatment, obtaining needed medication and substance abuse treatment. Medical/dental/vision services, employment and vocational training.

Who is eligible: Ages 16-25 who are either emancipated youth, youth struggling with mental health issues, struggling with substance abuse disorders, homeless or at risk of being homeless, aging out of the children's mental health, child welfare, or juvenile justice systems, leaving long-term institutional care, or experiencing their first episode of major mental illness

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-6465 | Email: mhhelpdesk@kernbhrs.org | Website: https://www.kernbhrs.org/

Address: 5121 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Transportation Breakfast Club

An early morning program that provides a safe, comfortable, and stimulating environment where adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities can gather prior to being transported to their day program.

Who is eligible: Kern Regional Center client and disabled adults and children

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-395-1361 | Email: administrator@napd-bak.org | Website: http://www.napd-bak.org/

Address: 2601 F Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Trauma Recovery Center

Provides comprehensive mental health services to survivors of crimes including clinical and case management, evidence-based individual and group psychotherapy, psychiatric services/medication, and telehealth services. 

Who is eligible: Must be a victim or witness of a crime

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm

Languages offered: Language Line is utilized, English

Contact: Phone: (213) 407-5025 | Email: paige.betancourt@amanecerla.org | Website: www.amanecerla.org

Address: 1200 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90017


Turning Point Kennemer Residential Center

Provides a residential substance abuse treatment center including: individual and family counseling, mental health services, job placement, medical and dental services, legal assistance, vocational evaluation and counseling, recreational activities, bible studies and Christian counseling.

Who is eligible: Open to adult men, women, and parolees

Fees: Fees vary, free to those referred by parole

Hours: Administration hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-861-6111 | Email: info@tpocc.org | Website: www.tpocc.org

Address: 1100 Union Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Twin Oaks

Provides a food distribution site. 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: None

Hours: Every 2nd Wednesday of the month from 12:00pm-3:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/

Address: 16115 Caliente Creek Road, Caliente, CA 93518


United Farm Workers

Provides advocacy, farm worker education, accidental insurance and youth activism, bi-weekly information sessions on DACA and Citizenship, and Know Your Rights workshops.Legal immigration services: Deferred Action for Early Childhood Arrivals (DACA), Citizenship, family petitions, FBI checks, adjustment of status, waivers, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), U-visas, green card renewals for residents, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request.Public benefits: pre-application assistance with MediCal and CalFresh. 

Who is eligible: Farm workers

Fees: Some services do not require fees, immigration fees vary. Call for more information. Public benefit assistance is free of charge.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-324-2500 | Email: info@ufwfoundation.org | Website: https://www.ufwfoundation.org/

Address: 917 H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304


United States Department of Agriculture

Provides public policies on food, agriculture, natural resources, rural development, and nutrition.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Customer service representatives available via phone or live chat Monday-Friday 8:00am-8:00pm Closed on Federal Holidays.

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 202-720-7962 | Email: askusda@usda.gov | Website: www.usda.gov

Address: 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, DC 20250


United States Forest Service

Provides management and protects national forests and grasslands. 

Who is eligible: Open to public

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 760-549-9533 | Email: SM.FS.SequoiaNF@usda.gov | Website: http://www.fs.usda.gov/sequoia

Address: 11380 Kernville Road, Kernville, CA 93238


United States Postal Service - Kern County Locations

Provides customers with mailing and postal information needs including stamps, business reply mail, new permits, general delivery, global express, money orders, P.O. boxes, online services, pickup accountable mail, hold mail, priority mail international and passport applications.     Find USPS Location - FIND a Post OfficeNeed a New Passport - Schedule appointment         P.O Box Services - P.O boxes near me                 Click-N-Ship - Shipping Services                          Stamps- Postal Store

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Letter Stamps (standard size) $0.78 Postcard Stamps (standard size) $0.61 Global Forever (standard size) $1.70 Square, Oversized, Unusual Envelopes $1.27 Money Orders can be purchased in amounts up to $1,000: $2.55($0.01-$500.00) $3.60(500.01-$1,000.00) Postal Military Money Orders (issued by military facilities) $0.84

Hours: Hours of Operation vary on location

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: uspstechnicalsupport@mailps.custhelp.com | Website: www.usps.com


United States Probation And Parole Office

Provides drug, alcohol, and mental health treatment services to offenders and prepares and writes pre-sentence investigative reports for U.S. District Courts and U.S. Magistrate Courts.

Who is eligible: Must be court ordered

Fees: Panel attorneys are paid an hourly rate of $148 in non-capital cases, and, in capital cases, a maximum hourly rate of $190.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-321-3810 | Email: ProbationDataRequest@ao.uscourts.gov | Website: https://www.caep.uscourts.gov/

Address: 510 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


University Of California Cooperative Extension

Provides off-campus education in agriculture, family, consumer sciences, and the 4H Youth Program. Along with food safety, food preservation, gardening and home food production programs.

Who is eligible: Low income families

Fees: 4H membership is $46.00 for youth and $16.00 for adult Horticulture $75 16 week course. Pruning classes also available. Other services available that are free to the community.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-868-6200 | Email: cekern@ucdavis.edu | Website: cekern.ucanr.edu

Address: 1031 South Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Urgent Care Center

Provides most medical and surgical needs, Medi-Cal sign-up services, transportation and an early detection breast cancer program for women age 40 and over.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Sunday: 8:00am-9:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-215-7500 | Email: info@goodsamhospital.com | Website: www.goodsamhospital.com

Address: 901 Olive Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Valley Achievement Center - Adult Services

Provides training and independent living skills, supported living services, professional vocational and social adjustment, individual supported employment, group supported employment, and behavioral management program.

Who is eligible: Disabled adults

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-431-1466 | Email: info@autism-vac.org | Website: www.autism-vac.org

Address: 7232 Ming Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Valley Achievement Center - Basic Education

Provides social and function living skills, academics, occupational therapy, vocational training, and community transition skills. Also provides an after school program.

Who is eligible: Individual within the autistic spectrum (kinder - 22 years old)
After school program for individuals ages 10-22

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-834-8670 | Email: info@autism-vac.org | Website: www.autism-vac.org

Address: 7300 Ming Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Valley Achievement Center - Preschool and Social Skills

Provides a social skills program, preschool program and intermediate afterschool program.

Who is eligible: Must be a Kern Regional Center client, living with an Autistic disorder including: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorder and Asperger Syndrome

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661- 832-2132 | Email: info@autism-vac.org | Website: www.autism-vac.org

Address: 1400 Stine Road, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Valley Achievement Center- Admin Location

Provides preschool program and intermediate afterschool program.

Who is eligible: Must be a KRC Client ( Kern Regional Center). Serves Persons with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) including: Autism Disorder, Pervasive Developmental Disorder -Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS), and Asperger Syndrome.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: ASL (American Sign Language), English, American Sign Language

Contact: Phone: 661-832-2132 | Email: info@autism-vac.org | Website: www.autism-vac.org

Address: 1601 New Stine Road, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Valley Baptist Church

Provides a food pantry.

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Fees: No fee

Hours: Distribution: 2nd Monday and 4th Saturday of the month 10:00-11:00am To sign up for distribution alerts, text the word FOOD to 88988

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 5500 Olive Drive , Bakersfield, CA 93308


Valley Center for the Blind

Supports, trains, and employs individuals who are blind or have low vision. Assist individuals with resources and skills such as: Work Readiness Training Independent Living SkillsProvides assistive technology Low vision clinic available Braille Social groups

Who is eligible: Supports people who are blind or have low vision. Anyone whose vision is to the point where it makes it difficult to do basic tasks independently even with corrective lenses or surgery

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: Available interpreters for clients requiring tactile ASL, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-865-5115 | Email: info@myvcb.org | Website: myvcb.org

Address: 2520 H Street , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Valley Children's Hospital

Provides comprehensive health care services to children with pediatric emergencies, chronic diseases, and acute injuries.

Who is eligible: Open to all children

Hours: Patient Representative hours: Monday-Friday 7:00am-1:00am; Saturday and Sunday 1:00pm-11:00pm Hospital 24 hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: Multi-lingual, English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 559-353-3000 | Email: contactus@valleychildrens.org | Website: https://www.valleychildrens.org

Address: 9300 Valley Children's Place, Madera, CA 93636


Valley Medical Transport

Provides transportation to and from doctor appointments or other health related appointments. See program fees below.

Who is eligible: Adults only: Disabled, wheel chair bound, seniors, individuals with other disabilities

Fees: Must follow-up with insurance provider first to verify if transportation fees are covered. Self-pay fee $100 flat rate within Bakersfield area, must call for fees information outside of Bakersfield.

Hours: Office Hours: Monday-Saturday 8:30am-5:00pm Sunday by appointment Service: Monday-Sunday

Languages offered: Multi-lingual, English, French, Arabic, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-873-1460 | Email: valley.medical.transport@hotmail.com | Website: www.valleymedicaltransport.org

Address: 601 Eureka Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305


Victim Services

Provides crisis hotline, emergency shelter, hospital accompaniment, case management, group counseling for domestic violence and sexual assault awareness, and support for human trafficking.Also provides the following services:Child Abuse Treatment (CHAT) ProgramCampus SA Advocacy at CSUBPrison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) inmate SA servicesHuman Trafficking Victim AdvocacyCourt Accompaniment and Legal AdvocacyAssistance with Temporary Restraining OrdersCommunity Prevention Education and TrainingEmployment and Housing Search and PlacementEducation and Job Skills TrainingLicensed Childcare (children 0-5 yrs.)Self-Defense Classes40-hr. Certified Domestic Violence Volunteer Training40-hr. Certified Sexual Assault Volunteer Training

Who is eligible: Open to all victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, or human trafficking.

Fees: Donations accepted.

Hours: Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm Hotline 24 Hours, 7 days a week

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-322-0931 | Email: info@opendoorhelps.org | Website: https://opendoorhelps.org/

Address: PO Box 2054, Bakersfield, CA 93303


Victory Outreach Bakersfield

Provides substance abuse counseling and spiritual guidance.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Tuesday-Friday: 9:00am-3:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-322-0222 | Email: vobakersfield@gmail.com | Website: https://www.victoryoutreachbakersfield.com/

Address: 220 Eureka Street , Bakersfield, CA 93305


Villa San Dimas Apartments

Program offers low income housing. Consists of 20 units, 5 one bedroom apartments, 11 two bedroom apartments, and 4 three bedroom apartments with a stove, refrigerator, central air and heat and a laundry room located on site. Emergency manager is available 24 hours.

Who is eligible: Low income must be within income limits. No prior evictions, bad credit - $1,500 debt (medical bills & school loans do not apply)

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-631-8500 | Email: SPelz@kernha.org | Website: https://kernha.org/

Address: 601 36th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Vital Records

Provides access to obtaining birth and death certificates. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm excluding Holidays

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-321-3000 | Email: publichealth@kerncounty.com | Website: Kernpublichealth.com

Address: 1800 Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306


Volunteer Center

Provides assistance in recruiting manpower and volunteers for non-profit agencies, charities and governmental non-profit health related agencies.

Who is eligible: Open to the public, court ordered volunteers, seniors who are 55 years and older.

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am - 4:00pm Closed Friday and Holidays

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-395-9787 | Email: volunteercenterkc@yahoo.com | Website: www.volunteercenter.info

Address: 1311 Eye Street , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

Provides free tax preparation services for low to moderate income families and individuals. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30am-12:30pm 1:30pm-5:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-834-1820 | Email: info@uwkern.org | Website: https://kernvita.org/

Address: 4101 Easton Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program

Provides free tax preparation services for low to moderate income families and individuals.January 27,2026 - April 18,2026Also provides tax preparation training and volunteer opportunities prior to tax season.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: VITA Office Appointments ONLY Tuesday- Wednesday 12:30pm-8:00pm Thursday- Friday 9:30am-5:00pm *Can Walk-in to schedule appointment* Walk-ins ONLY Saturday 8:00am-3:00pm Provides free tax preparation services for low to moderate income families and individuals from January 27,2026 - April 18,2026

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-834-1724 | Email: vita@capk.org | Website: http://www.capk.org/programs/vita-volunteer-income-tax-assistance/

Address: 300 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301


Volunteer Opportunities

Provides volunteer opportunities within the agency in the following programs:Food Bank, Head Start, Shafter Youth Center, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, and the Friendship House Community Center.To sign-up visit https://capk.powerappsportals.com/en-US/volunteer/volunteer-inquiry/

Who is eligible: Open to individuals interested in volunteering. Some programs require TB clearance.

Fees: No fee

Hours: Website Only

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Website: https://www.capk.org/get-involved/


Walter Glenn Natatorium

Program offers a community park, swimming pool, gym, and community center. Also, offers year-round programs for people of all ages including, soccer, cross-county, flag football, basketball, track, swim lessons, public swimming, aerobics, aqua aerobics, and Saturday night activity programs.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-765-4046 | Email: info@wsrpd.com | Website: https://www.wsrpd.com/parks-facilities/natatorium/

Address: 821 4th Street, Taft, CA 93268


WarmLine

This is not an emergency line.Provides a parent to parent program where parents can talk to other parents. Also provides support groups.Warm Line is staffed by trained volunteers and offers a confidential listening ear, helping parents deal effectively with difficult issues that arise in child care. Provides a breastfeeding support group. Common call topics are disciplining young children, how to deal with tantrums, potty training, separation anxiety, eating problems, sleep problems, crying, whining, behavior problems & sibling rivalry. 

Who is eligible: Parents or caregivers with young children ages 0-6

Hours: Phone line open Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Mom and Toddler support group meets 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month Riverlakes Community Church, 4301 Calloway Drive (Room 104) from 9:00am to 11:00am. Mom and Baby Support Group meets 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month Riverlakes Community Church, 4301 Calloway Drive (Room 104) from 11:15am to 1:00pm. Baby Cafe meets Tuesdays and Fridays of every week, 2416 Bay Street from 10:00am to 1:00pm.

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-323-3531 | Email: parentingwarmline@gmail.com | Website: www.e-warmline.org

Address: No physical address., Bakersfield, CA


Wasco Branch - Kern County Library

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards. 

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday and Tuesday: 11:00am-6:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-758-2114 | Email: info@kerncountylibrary.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 1102 7th Street, Wasco, CA 93280


Wasco Free Will Baptist Church

Provides a food pantry.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Every Saturday of the month from 9:00am-12:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 938 7th Street, Wasco, CA 93280


Wasco Recreation and Parks District

Provides social programs, summer programs, park facilities, senior nutrition program, daily noon meals, and adult/youth sports. 

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-758-3081 | Email: cserna@wrpd.net | Website: http://wascoparks.com/

Address: 1280 Poplar Street, Wasco, CA 93280


Wasco State Prison Reception Center

Provide short term housing necessary to process, classify, and evaluate new inmates physically and mentally, to determine their security level, program requirements, and appropriate institutional placement.

Who is eligible: No information has been provided by Agency.

Hours: Monday-Saturday: 9:00am-8:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-758-8400 | Website: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/Facilities_Locator/WSP.html

Address: 701 Scofield Avenue, Wasco, CA 93280


Wasco Union Elementary School District

Provides monthly meetings where information for the following resources can be shared: academic assistance, resource and referrals, cultural enrichment, and family advocacy.

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-758-7100 | Email: kerichers@wuesd.org | Website: https://kern.org/kcnc/collaborative/

Address: 1102 5th Street, Wasco, CA 93280


Water and Sewer Service

Provides water and sewage services to residents within the Wasco city limits.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: Fees Vary

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 7:30am-5:00pm Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-758-7230 | Website: https://www.cityofwasco.org/159/Public-Works

Address: 764 E Street, Wasco, CA 93280


Way to HOPE

Provides housing navigation services, housing tenancy & sustaining services, and assists with housing deposits to eligible individuals. Housing Navigation ServicesAssist with finding available housing, support completing housing applications, assistance with gathering vital documents, help connecting with landlords and housing programs.Housing Tenancy & Sustaining Services Ongoing support to help you stay housed, help with landlord communication and problem-solving, life skills training, and referrals to health, employment, and support services. Housing Deposits Helps with security deposits, assistance paying for utility setup fees, and basic furniture and home essentials.

Who is eligible: - Enrolled in Medi-Cal through Anthem - Currently experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30am-12:30pm 1:30pm-5:30pm

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 661-834-1820 | Email: info@uwkern.org | Website: www.uwcec.org

Address: 4101 Easton Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309


Wayside Water Spray Park

Provides a recreational water park during summer months.Spray Park Hours: May 24, 2025 - September 1, 2025 Tuesday- Sunday  11:00am-6:00pm

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 1:00pm-6:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-326-3866 | Email: ComPks@bakersfieldcity.us | Website: https://www.bakersfieldcity.us//gov/depts/recreation_and_parks/default.htm

Address: 1200 Ming Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93304


We The People

Program provides form assistance only such as prepare court documents for family law, guardianship, adoptions, living trust, wills, notary public and restraining orders to the general public. Does not provide any legal court representation.

Who is eligible: Open to the general public.

Fees: Varies per service.

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9:00am-5:00pm Friday: Closed

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-835-9491 | Email: holderwtp@gmail.com | Website: http://www.wethepeoplebakersfield.com/

Address: 2105 24th Street , Bakersfield, CA 93308


Weight Management

Provides a hospital-based, Diabetes Education Program, one-on-one nutrition counseling, healthy lifestyle management classes, and  cardiac and pulmonary rehab.

Who is eligible: Diabetes and cardiac patients

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-863-2580 | Website: https://www.adventisthealth.org/bakersfield/services/weight-management/

Address: 9508 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93311


West Bakersfield Program

Provides an outpatient mental health clinic for children, individual, family, and group therapy, case management, parent education, parent support groups, and parenting classes. Also offers the Kinship Support Services Program which provides services to caregivers and children including: assessment and referrals, guardianship assistance, case management, and family activity night.

Who is eligible: Children ages 0-18

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-7:00pm Saturday by appointment

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-322-1021 | Website: www.hwmcgc.org

Address: 3628 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93309


West Care California

Program assists with men's long term residential, outpatient program, case management, and transportation (from prison to treatment providers)

Who is eligible: DMC (drug medi-cal), and STOP (Speclized Treatment Optimized Program) CDCR

Fees: Free

Hours: Monday-Sunday: 24/7

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-398-4303 | Email: info.ca@westcare.com | Website: https://westcare.com/

Address: 2901 S. H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304


West Kern Adult Education Network

Provides GED preparation, English as a Second Language (ESL), Citizenship and short term Career Technical Education (CTE) 

Who is eligible: Adults 18 and over.

Fees: No fee.

Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 6:00pm Friday: 8:00am-12:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-745-4315 | Email: info@westkernlearn.org | Website: www.wkaen.org

Address: 218 Taylor Street, Taft, CA 93268


West Nile Virus

Provides information on spread of West Nile Virus. Provides disposal instructions or pick up of dead birds for testing, tracks spread of West Nile Virus, provides contact information for local mosquito abatement districts.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-321-3000 | Email: publichealth@kerncounty.com | Website: Kernpublichealth.com

Address: 1800 Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306


West Side Community Center

Provides the community center as a rental facility to groups, organizations, and individuals.

Who is eligible: Open to all.

Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm Friday 8:00am-2:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-763-4246 | Email: info@wsrpd.com | Website: www.wsrpd.com

Address: 500 Cascade Place, Taft, CA 93268


West Side Outreach and Learning Center

Provides parent support and social services, parenting/family development classes, case management for differential response. Social services include: emergency food referrals, clothing, diapers, bus passes for medical appointments, and counseling.  

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm Friday:1:00pm-6:30pm Saturday: 9:00am-9:00pm Sunday: Closed

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-763-4246 | Email: info@wsrpd.com | Website: https://www.wsrpd.com/parks-facilities/community-center/

Address: 500 Cascade Place, Taft, CA 93268


Westside Family Fellowship

Provides a food distribution.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Fees: No fee

Hours: Distributions: November 25, 2025 from 8:00am-10:00am December 23, 2025 from 8:00am-10:00am Distribution: Every 4th Thursday 8:00am-10:00am (Distribution changed for Nov/Dec 2025)

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org/programs/food-bank/

Address: 2150 Palm Avenue, Wasco, CA 93280


Westside Park

Provides a drive-thru food distribution.

Who is eligible: Open to the public.

Fees: No fee

Hours: Every 4th Thursday of the month from 10:00am-12:00pm.

Languages offered: English

Contact: | Email: info@capk.org | Website: www.capk.org

Address: 2502 Parkside Drive, Wasco, CA 93280


Westside Recreation and Park District Office

 Provides recreational activities and a senior nutrition program.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Hours: Monday-Friday: 4:00am-11am, 12pm-9pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-763-4246 | Email: info@wsrpd.com | Website: www.wsrpd.com

Address: 500 Cascade Place, Taft, CA 93268


White Lane Family Dentistry

Provides primary and preventative dentistry.  

Who is eligible: Open to all ages

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9:00am-6:00pm Friday: 9:00am-3:00pm Saturday: Call for details

Languages offered: English, Spanish, Portuguese

Contact: Phone: 661-833-0707 | Email: queirozdds@sbcglobal.net | Website: http://whitelanefamilydentistry.com/

Address: 2160 White Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Wilson Branch - Kern County Library

Program services include books, CD's, DVDs, public computers, e-books, databases, e-audio books, activities, self-serve copier, wi-fi, donated items (books, DVDs, CDs) for sale, and free library cards.

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Tuesday – Thursday: 10:00am – 7:00pm Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm Saturday: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-834-4044 | Email: info@kerncountylibrary.org | Website: www.kerncountylibrary.org

Address: 1901 Wilson Road, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Women, Infants and Children

Provides nutrition and health education, food vouchers, nutrition counseling, prenatal counseling, breastfeeding support and equipment, and referrals to social services.

Who is eligible: Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding or recently gave birth, infants and children under 5 years of age, low income

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:30pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 833-678-2781 | Email: wic@clinicasierravista.org | Website: https://www.clinicasierravista.org/programs-services/women-infants-and-children-wic/

Address: 1611 First Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304


Women, Infants and Children

Provides nutrition and health education, food vouchers, prenatal counseling, breastfeeding support and equipment, and referrals to community resources.

Who is eligible: Eligible participants include - Pregnant women - Breastfeeding women up to 1-year post-partum - Non-breastfeeding women up to 6 months postpartum - Women who have had a pregnancy loss are eligible for WIC - Infants and children under 5 years of age - All foster Children under 5 years of age - Fathers. Grandparents, and caretakers may receive WIC food benefits for eligible children and infants - Migrant and military families

Fees: No Fee

Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm Wednesday 9:00am-6:00pm (Open the 2nd Saturday of the month)

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-327-3074 | Email: mortizcortez@capk.org | Website: https://www.capk.org/wic/

Address: 500 E California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307


Womens Center High Desert Kern River Valley

Provides a crisis shelter, case management, child abuse prevention information, 24 hour help line, preparation and filing of temporary restraining orders, court advocacy/accompaniment, and a sexual assault response team. Provides a developmental screening. 

Who is eligible: All services are available to men, women, and children of domestic violence, abuse, and sexual assault. Developmental screening for children 0-5.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Saturday and Sunday: Closed 24-hour crisis line

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 760-223-2777 | Email: womenscenter.hd@wchdinc.org | Website: https://www.wc-hdinc.org/

Address: 6429 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Lake Isabella, CA 93240


Womens Center High Desert, Mojave

Provides a crisis shelter, case management, child abuse prevention information, 24/7 referral help line, preparation and filing of temporary restraining orders, court advocacy/accompaniment, and a sexual assault response team.

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm 24-hour crisis line

Languages offered: Spanish, English

Contact: Phone: 760-371-1969 | Email: womenscenter.hd@wchdinc.org | Website: www.wc-hdinc.org

Address: 330 East Ridgecrest Boulevard, Ridgecrest, CA 93555


Women's Health: Adventist Health Delano

Provides services such as women examinations, family planning services, tips for healthy lifestyle, exercise and nutrition, and information about changes in your body during adulthood.  

Who is eligible: Open to all

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-454-3770 | Website: https://www.adventisthealth.org/locations/womens-health-adventist-health-delano-4828/

Address: 1201 Jefferson Street, Delano, CA 93215


Work Force Staffing

Provides temporary employment to the general public, including positions such as: clerical, secretarial, office automation, marketing, technical, industrial, and construction. Other positions are available.

Who is eligible: Individuals seeking employment.

Fees: None

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-327-5019 | Email: info@wfskern.com | Website: https://www.wfskern.com/staffing-agencies-in-bakersfield-temp-agencies-in-bakersfield-california/

Address: 3612 Coffee Road , Bakersfield, CA 93308


Worship Center of Bakersfield

Provides marriage ceremonies for all couples, hospital visits, funerals and spiritual teaching. Also provides Alcoholics Anonymous meetings.

Who is eligible: Open to the public

Fees: No fee for AA meetings.

Hours: Call to schedule an appointment. AA Meetings held at 1619 E Street

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 323-335-6359 | Email: UnityBakersfield@gmail.com | Website: www.unitycenterbakersfield.org

Address: 2001 Truxtun Avenue , Bakersfield, CA 93301


Wounded Heroes Fund

Provides assitance to veterans. For some programs, eligibility requirements may be limited to men and women returning home from their tour of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan. Services offered include assistance with rent, utility bills (electric, water, gas, telephone), food, and clothing. Also provides financial management education, therapeutic and family programs. 

Who is eligible: Eligibility varies, programs may require veterans to be Post 9/11 veterans that reside in or moving to Kern County, CA. Veterans must have a current disability rating with the VA or be in the process of obtaining a disability rating from the VA. Discharge of Honorable, General Under Honorable, or General.

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-328-8600 | Email: info@thewoundedheroesfund.org | Website: www.thewoundedheroesfund.org

Address: 3121 Standard Street, Bakersfield, CA 93308


Young Women Reaching Accomplishable Places

Provides a mentoring program to encourage, motivate, and educate. Also provides parenting classes and scholarships for ages 10-18

Who is eligible: Girls ages 10-18

Fees: Mentoring program for girls is free. Parenting Classes are 10 weeks for $25.00

Hours: Monday: 5:00pm-9:00pm Meetings: Every 3rd Monday 5:30pm-7:30pm Parenting Classes: Tuesday 6:00pm-8:00pm

Languages offered: English

Contact: Phone: 661-325-0128 | Email: NieshaDavis@ywrap.org | Website: https://www.ywrap.org/

Address: Varies , Bakersfield , CA


Your Lot and Parcel

Services offered- Provides revocable living trusts to avoid a costly probate court process- Free/low cost durable power of attorney with a healthcare directive in case of incapacitation-  Offers Free general mortgage finance advisement - Free real estate advisement  - podcast (Your Lot and Parcel) is designed to encourage questions, if not already answered, regarding anything and everything related to the real estate industry.

Who is eligible: Case-by-case consideration and must be at least 18 years of age

Fees: Based on available grants

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-833-3474 | Email: bendiaz2015@outlook.com | Website: https://www.yourlotandparcel.org/


Youth 2 Leaders Education Foundation

Provides information sessions on immigration and citizenship. Also provides scholarships to first-generation college students and assists in completing the CA DREAM Act or FAFSA application. 

Who is eligible: Low-income and first generation college students

Fees: No fee

Hours: Monday- Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Languages offered: English, Spanish

Contact: Phone: 661-374-8817 | Email: info@y2lef.org | Website: https://www.youth2leaders.org/

Address: 1701 Westwind Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93301