Animals
Animal Control and Shelter
980 Lycoming Road, McKinleyville, CA 95540
(707) 840-9132
www.humboldtgov.org/2658/animal-shelter
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office Animal Shelter cares for stray, abandoned and neglected domesticated animals in our community. Please call for more information. Viewing adoptable animals is by appointment only.
Bless the Beasts of Humboldt County
P.O. Box 323 Fortuna, CA 95540
Call or text (650) 274-7666
www.humboldtblessthebeasts.org
Assistance to low-income individuals to help with spay and neuter costs and food when supplies are available.
Friends for Life Animal Rescue
P.O. Box 962, Eureka, CA 95502
(707) 442-5999
www.dogrescuers.org
E-mail: friendsforlife@sbcglobal.net
Helps find new homes for dogs or cats, spay/neuter program for low income homes, human education programs, foster cat program, and shelter emergency medical fund for animals at the Humboldt County Animal Shelter.
Guide Dogs for the Blind
350 Los Ranchitos Road, San Rafael, CA 94903
(800) 295-4050
www.guidedogs.com
Provides highly qualified guide dogs to serve and empower qualifying individuals who are blind or have low vision. Services are free of charge, including personalized training and extensive post-graduation support, plus financial assistance for vet care.
Humboldt Animal Rescue Team (HART)
8 W. 6th Street, Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 616-6440
www.humboldtanimalrescueteam.org
E-mail: humboldtanimalrescue@gmail.com
No kill domestic animal rescue facility providing spay/neuter program, vaccinations, and medical attention while looking for forever homes.
Humboldt Paws Cause
www.humboldtpawscause.com
Online resource for listing notice and pictures of pets lost and found in Humboldt County.
Humboldt Spay/Neuter Network (SPAY Humboldt)
2606 Myrtle Avenue, Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 442-7729
www.spayhumboldt.org
Spay/neuter clinic for cats and voucher assistance for dogs, assistance for stray and feral cats, foster and adoption program for needy cats and kittens.
Humboldt Wildlife Care Center
68 Mill Street, Manila, CA 95521
(707) 822-8839
www.birdallyx.net/humboldt-wildlife-care-center-2
Responds to sick and injured wildlife and human-wildlife conflict.
Miranda’s Rescue for Large and Small Animals
1603 Sandy Prairie Road, Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-4449
www.mirandasrescue.org
Adoption and sanctuary facility providing relief to distressed, neglected, abused and discarded animals, large and small. Thrift shops located in Eureka, Fortuna, Arcata, and McKinleyville.
Pet Peace of Mind – Hospice of Humboldt
3327 Timber Fall Court, Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 445-8443
www.hospiceofhumboldt.org
Pet Peace of Mind helps seriously ill people care for their pets and aims to eliminate their anxiety. We respect the relationship between people and their pets and the deepest level and actively advocate for the pet’s role as an important member of the caregiving team.
Sequoia Humane Society
6073 Loma Avenue, Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 442-1782
www.sequoiahumane.org
Promotes spay/neuter programs and adoption. Seniors receive 10% thrift shop discount on Fridays. Microchipping and financial assistance (if funding is available) to low-income families for the spaying or neutering of their pets, and to feral cat caretakers. Online pet application.
Community & Family Resource Centers
Community/Family Resource Centers offer information, referrals, and services to local families and residents. Those offering food resources are noted.
Humboldt Network of Family Resource Centers (HNFRC)
www.hnfrc.org
E-mail: leadership@hnfrc.org
The HNFRC network consists of healthcare systems, educational institutions, a tribal entity, and community-led nonprofits seeking to collectively improve health and resiliency in their respective communities.
Arcata Family Resource Center
2400 Baldwin Street, Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 826-1002
https://www.arcataschooldistrict.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_
ID=1252301&type=d&pREC_ID=1357631
Provides food security programs, clothing, parent support, a monthly free diaper program, and resources and referrals.
Blue Lake Community Resource Center
111 Greenwood Avenue, Blue Lake, CA 95525
(707) 668-5239
www.bluelake.ca.gov/city-services/community-resources
Provides emergency food. Provides senior health clinics, clothing and diapers, access to a computer, copier and fax machine, bus passes, referrals, housing assistance, employment information and assistance.
Bridgeville Community Center
38717 Kneeland Road, Bridgeville, CA 95526
(707) 777-1775
www.bridgevillecommunitycenter.org
Provides food for income eligible individuals and families. Access to showers, free clothes, computers, community and senior lunch, First 5 playgroup, and a book mobile.
CUNA Community United of North Arcata
4700 Valley East Blvd. Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 633-3867 (English) (707) 633-8831 (Español)
www.cunacomestogether.com
E-mail: cunacomestogether@gmail.com
Offers a range of community-driven programs aimed at improving the Valley West/North Arcata area. Key initiative includes the Resilient HUB/Family Resource Center.
Carlotta Community Center
300 Wilder Road, Carlotta, CA 95528
(707) 768-3372
www.hnfrc.org
E-mail: office@cuddebackschool.org
Eureka Community Resource Center
35 W. 3rd Street, Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 442-5239
www.providence.org/locations/norcal/st-joseph-hospital-eureka/
community-support/community-resource-centers
Provides support and information on food security, transportation assistance, referrals, and community events.
Fortuna Family Resource Center
2089 Newburg Road, Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 834-3646
www.fortunaesd.com/49388_2
Offers Spanish interpretation services, referrals to local agencies, employment, housing and transportation assistance.
Hupa Family Resource Center
T8 Holt St. Hoopa, CA 95546
(530) 625-4000
www.hnfrc.org
Offers a variety of programs and services such as, family movie night, food pantry, positive Indian parenting classes, women’s support groups, cooking classes, tax help, and teen clinics.
Jefferson Community Center
1000 B Street, Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 497-6280
www.jefferson-project.org
Provides emergency food and free food for all kids 18 and under in the summer. Provides resources and support at the family resource center, First 5 play group, and educational and vocational opportunities.
Loleta Community Resource Center
700 Loleta Drive, Loleta, CA 95551
(707) 733-5239
www.resourcehub.nchiin.org/detail/116
Provides a food pantry, referrals, clothing, hygiene supplies, transportation and nutrition counseling.
Manila Community Resource Center
1611 Peninsula Drive, Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 444-9771
www.hnfrc.org
E-mail: manilacommunity@gmail.com
Located at Redwood Coast Montessori. Offers a First 5 playgroup, parenting group, information and referrals, and employment support.
Marshall Family Resource Center
Eureka City Schools, 2100 J Street, Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 441-2516
www.eurekacityschools.org/for_parents/marshall_family_resource_
center
Services are available to students, families and Eureka community members. Provides help with school registration, transportation to school, backpacks/school supplies, referrals, insurance enrollment assistance and more.
Mattole Valley Resource Center
167 Sherman Avenue, Petrolia, CA 95558
(707) 629-3348
www.mattolevalleyresourcecenter.org
Services include connecting community members to resources; providing health, wellness, and educational programs, activities, and support groups; and creating opportunities to enhance and sustain community life.
McKinleyville Family Resource Center
1615 Heartwood Drive, McKinleyville, CA 95519
(707) 840-0905
www.mckfrc.org
Provides food for income eligible individuals and families.
Orick Community Resource Center
120918 Hwy 101, Orick, CA 95555
(707) 488-2803
Provides food for income eligible individuals and families.
Pine Hill Family Resource Center
5230 Vance Avenue, Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 443-4596
www.southbayusd.org/23821
Provides family services, food, English language classes, academic support, health referrals, and community events.
Rio Dell Community Resource Center
406 Wildwood Ave, Rio Dell, CA 95562
(707) 764-5239
www.cityofriodell.ca.gov/community/pages/rio-dell-communityresource-
center
Provides many services, including food for income eligible individuals and families. playgroups, assistance with homeless/caring court, referrals, and senior, disability and veteran assistance.
Southern Humboldt Family Resource Center
344 Humboldt Avenue, Redway, CA 95560
(707) 923-1147
www.sohumhealth.org/services/family-resource-center
Helps with basic needs, information and referrals, student support groups, weekly food distribution, youth diversion program.
Willow Creek Community Resource Center
38883 Hwy 299, Willow Creek, CA 95573
(530) 629-3141
www.providence.org/locations/norcal/ st-joseph-hospital-eureka/
community-support/community-resource-centers
Provides food for income eligible individuals and families, information and referrals, and family support.
2-1-1 Humboldt
P.O. Box 6683, Eureka, CA 95502
Help Line 2-1-1 or (707) 441-1001
Toll Free 877-460-6000
Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
www.211humboldt.org/
Provides information and referrals to Humboldt County’s resources including contact phone numbers for 24-hour crisis lines.
North Coast Resource Hub
www.resourcehub.nchiin.org/
The North Coast Resource Hub provides a full list of resources.
Fitness and Recreation
Adorni Center
1011 Waterfront Drive, Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 441-4248
www.eurekaca.gov/639/adorni-center
Fitness center offering classes, weight and cardio rooms, stationary equipment, and basketball. Discounts available for older adults 62+people with disabilities.
Arcata Community Pool
1150 16th Street, Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-6801
www.arcatapool.com
E-mail: arcatapool1@gmail.com
Year-round pool offering recreational and lap swimming, aerobic weight room, hot tub, sauna, water exercise, adaptive aquatics with educational programs. Older adult discounts available.
CalFresh Healthy Living Nutrition & Fall Prevention Classes
Various Locations
(707) 442-3763
www.a1aa.org
Evidence-Based classes offered free in the community. See website for details.
HealthSPORT
Offers health club locations in Arcata, Eureka, McKinleyville, and Fortuna.
www.healthsport.com/contact-us/
Each location offers a variety of classes and workout equipment. Pool, hot tub, and sauna in some locations. Senior classes and discounts available.
SAIL – Staying Active & Independent for Life – Area 1 Agency on Aging
333 J Street, Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 442-3763
www.a1aa.org/sail-exercise-class/
Evidence based cardio and strength classes taught by trained volunteers. There is no fee for these classes. Contributions are voluntary.
TCIL Independent Living Skills Training
139 5th Street, Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 445-8404
(833) 866-8444
TTY (707) 502-3227
www.tilinet.org
Educates and trains clients to develop practical life, home, and employment skills to enhance their ability to live more independently. Clients learn adaptive techniques and use of assistive devices for daily living. Instruction provided individually or in a group setting.
LGBTQIA+
L-Word Lesbian Voice of the North Coast
P.O. Box 272, Bayside, CA 95524
www.lword.mamajudy.com/
E-mail: suejh@humboldt1.com
Monthly newsletter for and by North Coast lesbians and our friends.
Services and Advocacy for LGBTQ Elders (SAGE)
(212) 741-2247
www.lgbtagingcenter.org
Online resources providing training, technical assistance, and education to service providers, LGBTQ organizations, and LGBTQ older adults. Provides state-by- state listing of resources.
Queer Humboldt
P.O. Box 45, Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 502-2890
www.queerhumboldt.org
Queer Humboldt is an anti-racist, anti- colonialist resource center, serving queer individuals and groups in Humboldt County and the surrounding tribal areas through community education, affordable mental health services, micro grants, networking, and more.
Transgender Aging Network
P.O. Box 1272, Milwaukee, WI 53201
(414) 559-2123
www.forge-forward.org
Provides training and technical assistance for professionals who work with transgender individuals, and resources and support for transgender and non-binary individuals and families.
Transgender Law Center
P.O. Box 70976, Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 587-9696
www.transgenderlawcenter.org
Legal services and public policy advocacy and educational opportunities to advance the rights and safety of transgender communities.
Transgender Health Clinic – Open Door Community Health Centers
770 10th Street, Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 826-8610 Ext. 1139
www.opendoorhealth.com/services/transgender-health-services
Open Door Community Health Centers welcomes all gender diverse patients for health and wellness needs. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive space for all patients. Offers case management and behavioral health services.
Senior Villages
Redwood Coast Village – Humboldt Senior Resource Center
1910 California Street, Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 443-9747
www.humsenior.org
A membership organization that helps older adults live independently at home through the support of other members, community volunteers, and qualified businesses. Services include help with transportation, household chores, yard care, and much more.
Support Groups
Adult Transgender Support Group, Open Door Clinic
770 10th Street, Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 826-8610
www.opendoorhealth.com/services/transgender-health-services
The group is open to all Open Door patients age 18 and over who identify as trans or gender queer.
Friends for Survival
PO Box 4463, Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 392-0664
Toll-Free (800) 646-7322
www.friendsforsurvival.org
A bereavement organization available to those grieving a suicide death of family or friends.
Breast and GYN Health Project, Support Groups
987 8th Street, Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 825-8345
www.bghp.org/services/support-groups
Provides support groups for newly diagnosed and those undergoing treatment, as well as those with post-treatment issues. The project offers support groups focusing on breast cancer and gynecologic cancers.
North Coast AIDS Project (NorCAP)
908 Seventh Street, Eureka CA 95501
(707) 268-2132
Provides a variety of prevention, outreach and client services free of charge including syringe services, testing, overdose prevention, Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP), case management, housing assistance, and insurance assistance. For a free HIV test, email freehivtest@co.humboldt.ca.us
Light House of the North Coast Low Vision Support Group
2331 Rhonerville Road, Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-5265
www.lighthouse-sf.org/calendar
Meets on the 2nd Friday of every month, 10 am – 11:30 am.
Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
1653 Myrtle Avenue, Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 599-5175
https://www.nationalmssociety.org/
Support group for people with MS in Humboldt County. Meets on the 1st Saturday of every month, 10 am – 12 pm at the Meadows Apartments Community Center Room.
Parkinson’s Support Group
3230 Harrison Street, Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 826-7764
Support group meets in person 2nd Friday of every month, 3 pm – 4 pm.
Providence/St. Joseph Hospital Cancer Services and Support Groups
2700 Dolbeer Street, Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 269-4242
https://www.providence.org/locations/norcal/st-joseph-hospitaleureka/
cancer-program
Provides information and support to cancer patients.
Peer Support – Tri County Independent Living
139 5th Street, Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 445-8404
(833) 866-8444
TTY (707) 502-3227
www.tilinet.org
Peer support provides a community that understands the daily challenges with disabilities and a safe space to share experiences with others who face similar obstacles, offering affirmation and empowerment.
Redwood Caregiver Resource Center
(707) 582-2360
www.redwoodcrc.org
Offering support, assistance, training, information and respite care to caregivers.
Life of a Single Mom Support Group
1032 Bay Street Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 296-9916
www.eurekafaithcenter.org/events/
www.freetoflyfoundation.org
E-mail: freetoflycontact@gmail.com
Support group meets on the 3rd Sunday of every month from 5-7 pm (except for June and July). Provides a free meal to moms and kids. Provides support on issues that single moms face. Childcare is provided & access to a clothing closet.
Volunteering
North Coast Opportunities (NCO) Retired Senior Volunteer Program
(707) 440-9338
www.ncoinc.org/volunteer-network/current-opportunities/humboldt-county
AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP program pairs Americans age 55+ with organizations making a difference in communities across the country.
Area 1 Agency on Aging
333 J Street, Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 442-3763
www.a1aa.org
Provides volunteer opportunities to help older adults live independently. Call for more information.