Korean American Community Services

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Help us continue providing essential services to those who need it most. 

Each year, KACS serves thousands of seniors and low-income families with essential services, including nutrition, wellness programs, and access to critical benefits. 

▪️ABOUT US

Founded in 1979, Korean American Community Services (KACS) has served as a trusted community anchor for the Korean American and broader AAPI community across the Bay Area for over four decades. We advance health equity and economic stability by delivering culturally and linguistically responsive services to seniors, low-income families and immigrants. 

▪️PROGRAMS & SERVICES

KACS delivers high-impact, culturally responsive programs that meet people where they are—with dignity and care. Through food assistance, health and wellness services, and community-based support, we address urgent needs while helping individuals and families build long-term stability and resilience.

🔹 Social Services

KACS provides comprehensive, culturally responsive support to help individuals and families navigate complex systems and access essential resources:

• Medi-Cal & Medicare Counseling
• Housing Assistance
• Financial Assistance Programs
• In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Support
• Utility & Billing Dispute Assistance
• Bridging Program
• Information & Referral Services
• Interpretation & Translation
• Community Health Worker (CHW) Services

🔹 Senior Programs 

KACS helps older adults stay healthy, connected, and independent through comprehensive, culturally responsive services:

• Senior Nutrition Program (SNP)
• Health & Wellness and Well-being Classes
• Health Education Programs
• Enhance Wellness Program (EWP)
• Senior Home Visit Program

🔹 Civic Engagement

We empower community members to build voice, access, and leadership through:

• Asian Hate Crime Prevention
• Citizenship Support
• Voter Registration & Election Education
• Community Organizing & Coalition Building
• Cultural Events 

▪️POPULATIONS SERVED

Korean, Chinese, Filipino,  Indian,  Japanese,  Taiwanese, and Vietnamese

We believe that diversity is our strength, and we are committed to serving all members of our community, regardless of their race or ethnicity. We take pride in the fact that our programs and services cater to a wide range of cultural backgrounds, including Chinese, Filipino, Indian, Japanese, Taiwanese, Vietnamese, and many more.