Drop-In Services

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Get support from our partners through the Basic Needs Center, no appointment necessary!

Hours subject to change, check our calendar below for updated hours.

*All services are being provided virtually until further notice due to COVID-19.

Recent CalFresh eligibility expansion

Expanded CalFresh Eligibility as of February 2021 - All students with an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of $0 and/or who have Work Study in their financial aid package are eligible to apply for CalFresh!

Click link here to view flyer with more information.

Food

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CalFresh Application Support

Need support on your CalFresh application or SAR7? Get help from a certified Alameda County Community Food Bank CalFresh worker to walk you through the application process.

Mondays & Wednesdays from 12 pm - 4 pm. 

Sign up for an appointment here.

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CalFresh Appeal Clinics

If your CalFresh benefits were denied or delayed, you can receive help from the Food Justice Project to file for an appeal. 

2/8, 2/22, 3/8 from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

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UHS Nutrition Counseling

Meet with a registered dietitian for a free 15 minute nutrition counseling session! Discussion topics can include, but are not limited to: stress eating, eating on a budget, and meal planning. 

Tuesday from 3:30 - 4:30 pm, Fridays from 10 - 11 am

[TUES] Zoom Meeting Link*: https://berkeley-hipaa.zoom.us/j/94695796873

You can also join by phone at 888-475-4499 (US Toll-Free) and input meeting ID 946 9579 6873

[FRI] Zoom Meeting Link:  https://berkeley-hipaa.zoom.us/j/96016087437

Meeting ID: 960 1608 7437

*Zoom waiting room feature is enabled to protect the privacy and confidentiality of students during a consultation; therefore, there may be additional wait time prior to speaking with the counselor.

Recent CalFresh eligibility expansion

Expanded CalFresh Eligibility as of February 2021 - All students with an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of $0 and/or who have Work Study in their financial aid package are eligible to apply for CalFresh!

Click link here to view flyer with more information.

Housing

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Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board

Do you have questions about your rights and responsibilities as a tenant? Get them answered with the assistance of a Housing Counselor from the Berkeley Rent Board!

From 10am - 12pm on Th 10/1, Th 11/5, & Th 12/3 and

From 2-4pm on Th 10/15 & Th 11/19

Zoom Meeting Link:

First Thursday from 12-2pm (10/1, 11/5, 12/3):

https://zoom.us/j/97562788365?pwd=WFBRNXJlQ1pNMHBxVmt0Nlc0aDRFUT09 

Meeting ID: 975 6278 8365

Passcode: CAL RENT

Third Thursday from 2-4pm (10/15, 11/19):

https://zoom.us/j/96528929751?pwd=bXdiMTZyVmxTOWlobHdkTDB3M2Z5Zz09 

Meeting ID: 965 2892 9751

Passcode: CAL RENT

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Berkeley Student Cooperative

Learn more about affordable cooperative housing options for university students.

Tuesdays from 4 pm - 5 pm

Meeting ID: 545 432 5431
Passcode: 8L2B

Financial Support

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Financial Aid

Need financial aid counseling related to your housing or food needs? 

Tuesdays & Thursdays from 10 am - 1 pm; Starting Feb 2nd, 2021

Zoom Link: https://berkeley.zoom.us/j/96303628579?pwd=MjNzamZZNUlZWklaTFkyS1k4NDJDUT09

Meeting ID: 963 0362 8579
Passcode: 702406

Questions? Email our Financial Aid Counselors Andrea and Shellaine at andrea.silas@berkeley.edu(link sends e-mail) and shellaine.gallego@berkeley.edu.

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Bears for Financial Success

Meet with a financial wellness peer educator to help you budget, manage debt, and more.

Wednesdays from 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Zoom Link: https://berkeley.zoom.us/j/94820378634

Hosted by Brandy Hoang, a financial wellness peer educator from BFFS!

Recent CalFresh eligibility expansion

Expanded CalFresh Eligibility as of February 2021 - All students with an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of $0 and/or who have Work Study in their financial aid package are eligible to apply for CalFresh!

Click link here to view flyer with more information.

Recent CalFresh eligibility expansion

Expanded CalFresh Eligibility as of February 2021 - All students with an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of $0 and/or who have Work Study in their financial aid package are eligible to apply for CalFresh!

Click link here to view flyer with more information.

Mental Health

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Let's Talk Counseling

Informal and brief consults with a mental health provider from University Health Services. A great opportunity to learn coping skills, explore the benefits of counseling, and learn more about the mental health resources available at Cal.

Wednesday from 2  - 4 pm

Zoom Meeting ID: 979-8360-4442
Spring '21 hours will be held weekly from January 20th-May 12th (Let's Talk will be unavailable on 2/10 and 3/10)
Zoom waiting room feature is enabled to protect the privacy and confidentiality of students during a consultation; therefore, there may be additional wait time prior to speaking with the counselor.

Recent CalFresh eligibility expansion

Expanded CalFresh Eligibility as of February 2021 - All students with an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of $0 and/or who have Work Study in their financial aid package are eligible to apply for CalFresh!

Click link here to view flyer with more information.

Meet Erin!

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Erin O'Connor (she/her) is a clinical social worker for UC Berkeley Social Services, a counseling unit in the Tang Center, where she provides support to students who have experienced trauma and health-related concerns. She believes in holistic wellness and strives to create a space where students of all identities feel empowered.