PEACE Community Resource Center
The PEACE Center was created out of a vision to have a destination for our county’s residents when they are in need of basic resources and assistance. The Center’s purpose is to meet these needs through existing and future services such as: food pantry, financial education, career counseling, legal information, MSI (Medical Services Initiative) application processing, support groups, orphan care, and adoption support.
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Food Pantry
The Food Pantry provides fresh and non-perishable grocery items to families in the community. Pick ups are available once every 30 days and walk ins are welcome on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Wednesdays from 1 to 6 p.m.
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PEACE Center Medical Clinic
Located in the Saddleback Church PEACE Center, the SOS and PEACE Center Health Clinic provides care for adults with common illnesses and offers services such as vaccinations, blood work-ups, treatment for minor wounds, abrasions & sprains and sports physicals for those 18 years and older.
The mission of the SOS and PEACE Center Health Clinic is to provide care for those who are most vulnerable whether they are insured, underinsured or without resources.
The health clinic operates on a sliding fee scale and welcomes individuals with Medi-Cal, Medicare, Healthy Families and MSI.
To receive services, patients must provide: photo id, proof of Orange County residency, verification of income and proof of insurance, (if applicable).
Call to schedule an appointment (949) 609-8199.
MSI Applications
Our certified application takers will help you apply for the Medical Services Initiative, which offers government-funded medical care for Orange County’s low income residents.
To schedule an appointment call 949-609-8111.
Legal Aid Ministry
Lawyers are available, by appointment, to give you legal information on a variety of subjects. Call 949-609-8111 to schedule an appointment.
PEACE Guides
PEACE Guides help in connecting you to resources and services offered through the county and Saddleback Church. Call (949) 609-8111 to schedule your appointment today.
ESL
We are offering free English as a second language (ESL) classes. Our classes will offer instruction in speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. There will be an emphasis placed on conversational skills. Lessons are presented in the context of everyday situations.
Beginner Classes
Begins January 24th
Thursdays 3:30-5:00pm or 6:30-8:00pm
Intermediate Classes
Begins January 22nd
Tuesdays 9:30-11:30am or Thursdays 6:30-8:00pm
Homework Club/Tutoring
We offer tutoring and homework assistance for elementary school children. Children bring their assignments. No appointment necessary.
Starts on January 10, 2013
Thursday Afternoons: 3:30 - 5:00 pm
For Junior & Senior high students, tutoring and homework assistance is available by appointment. (Math, Science and Physics only) To schedule an appointment, call (949) 609-8111.
Public Health Nurse
The PEACE Center Public Health Nurse is available for no charge walk-in appointments every Thursday from 12:00-4:00pm to address questions in the areas of general health, infant & child development, nutrition, prescription medications, diabetes prevention and much more. They are also available for in home assessments, interventions and case management.
Support Groups
We offer support groups for a number of different medical and relational issues such as diabetes, mental health, special needs, divorce care, families with incarcerated loved ones, single parents, as well as offering grief support, and assistance for those looking for career direction and/or dealing with career transition, and more. Call or email for more information.
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Classes & Seminars
We offer classes and workshops throughout the year in the following areas: marriage and family, financial health, foreign language assistance, adoption exploration and assistance, and more. Call or email for more information.
Please call (949) 609-8111 to register or if you have any questions or email peacecenter@saddleback.com.
HIV & AIDS Support
The HIV & AIDS Initiative serves people living with or affected by HIV & AIDS through compassionate care and support. If you or someone you know would like to learn about the specific resources available, please contact Pastor Bill Mugford at billm@saddleback.com or (949) 609-8295.
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