Rubicon Programs’ mission is to create and deliver integrated solutions for profound social problems. Our purpose is to make a positive and lasting impact on people living in poverty and on people living with disabilities, especially psychiatric disabilities. We empower people to move out of poverty and improve their quality of life.

Description:
Through the close coordination of our intake, mental health, housing, and employment services we strive to provide a comprehensive approach to the multiple issues our clients have to overcome. Our programs assist people who are homeless, economically disadvantaged, have mental health disabilities or other barriers.

History:
Rubicon was established in 1973 in Richmond, California by community members concerned about the closure of state psychiatric hospitals. The founders recognized the need to develop local services for people disabled by chronic mental illness who were returning to the community. Although finding solutions for this major social issue was in itself an ambitious job to take on, Rubicon also took on the problems of poverty and homelessness.



Located in a community of great need and high unemployment, Rubicon expanded to include services for people who were homeless or otherwise very low income. Rubicon’s solution was to develop a comprehensive service approach that also offers affordable housing and social purpose businesses.

Contact people:

Silvia Dominguez, Development Associate, (phone), (email) Mary Dunbar, Development Director, (phone), (email)

Main office number: (510) 235-1516
Office fax number: (510) 235-2025

Address:

2500 Bissell Ave. Richmond, CA 94804 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.rubiconprograms.org

Directions:

Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: Richmond,   Walk distance (in minutes): 15

Miscellaneous Information

Besides English, which languages are spoken at your agency?
	Spanish
What is the minimum age for volunteers at your agency?
	18
Is your agency wheelchair accessible?
	Yes
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 10?
	Yes
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 20?
	Yes