Homeless Action Center (HAC) – Berkeley

Homeless Action Center (HAC) – Berkeley is a nonprofit legal services organization founded in 1990. HAC provides free public benefits advocacy for unhoused and disabled residents of Alameda County, helping people pursue legal rights connected to essential benefits and basic needs.

HAC offers brief legal assistance, information, and referrals through its drop-in services, including support with public benefits questions and other non-legal service concerns. Its Almost Home program provides temporary supportive transitional housing for eligible SSI legal-services clients while they work toward case resolution and permanent housing placement.

Learn more about HAC’s mission and services, and confirm program details through the official website. Additional resources are available through NHREA’s California homeless assistance guide and federal assistance resources.