Houseless Resources
Homeless Resources
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Local Resources
Local resources include, but are not limited to, applying for affordable housing, emergency rental assistance, connecting with more services for the houseless/homeless/at-risk communities.
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Apply for affordable housing at housing.sfgov.org/
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The San Francisco Emergency Rental Assistance Program (SF ERAP) provides assistance once per calendar year to eligible San Francisco residents who:
Have past-due rent;
Cannot afford move-in costs for a new unit they have identified and plan to lease; and/or
Need limited assistance with future rent to maintain their housing.
Eligibility Criteria:
Current resident of San Francisco
Household income at or below 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI) for your household size
If applying for back/future rent: Experienced a recent financial hardship within the past 12 months.
Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH), RAD, and HOPE SF tenants only: Please work with your property management and onsite services before applying to confirm your eligibility. Special processes apply for tenants in these programs.
Apply at their website sferap.com/
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Our mission is to deliver safe and decent housing for low-income households and integrate economic opportunity for residents. Our revolutionary housing practices ensure all residents experience self-sufficiency and are connected to healthy, inclusive, and vibrant communities.
Learn more at sfha.org/
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MOHCD supports residents with affordable housing opportunities and essential services to build strong communities.
Services include:
Eviction help
Rental housing
Homeownership
Learn more at sf.gov/departments/mayors-office-housing-and-community-development
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Offers emergency placements for families for up to 14 days, with a capacity of 10 beds for emergency shelter placements. For inquiries regarding services at Oasis Family Shelter, we kindly ask that you reach out to your nearest Family Access Point or call 415-368-1798
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SFHOT works to engage and stabilize the most vulnerable individuals by voluntarily placing them into shelter and housing or connecting with other available resources.
Contact at 628-652-8000
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Our mission is to transform and end homelessness in the South Bay
through education, advocacy and coordination.
Identify service gaps and highlight programs that work.
Advocate for the development of additional service and fiscal resources.
Strengthen communication and collaboration among key South Bay stakeholders.
Identify and provide training and educational opportunities.
Learn more at sbceh.org/
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Horace Mann 3351 23rd Street
Monday – Friday: 7PM – 7AM Saturday, Sunday & SFUSD Holidays: 24 Hours
628-215-2080 – Office line 9am -5pm
628-628-0936 – Shelter line 7pm – 7am for San Francisco Unified School District students and their families who are experiencing homelessness and are attending San Francisco K-12 public schools (not including charter or private schools).
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We help veterans find a place to live and maintain permanent residence. We provide housing for over 500 veterans in our supportive housing programs. We work one-on-one with veterans to determine the best options for them to meet their individual needs.
If you are a veteran inquiring about services, please call (415) 727-VETS (8387)
San Francisco Service Center
1060 Howard Street
San Francisco, CA 94103
Monday to Friday
8am-4:00pmOakland Service Center
330 Franklin Street
Suite 100
Oakland, CA 94607
Monday to Friday
8:30am-4:30pmAdministrative Office
401 Van Ness Avenue, Suite 313
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14-Day Urgent Accommodation Voucher (UAV) for Families and Pregnant Persons is a self-referral program that allows families experiencing homelessness to receive immediate shelter in a San Francisco hotel.
Contact Compass Family Services UAV Program at 415-340-0572 to inquire about room availability.
Drop-in and Walk-in Centers
Learn where to go for showers, laundry, case management, medical clinics, food, music, hygiene supplies, to-go meals, and storage facilities. Learn more at hsh.sfgov.org/services/how-to-get-services/other-resources/
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Located at 165 Capp Street.
Call (415) 869-7977 with any questions.
Drop In Access:
Lockers, Phones,
Restrooms, and ChargersMonday to Friday | 7AM – 12PM & 2PM – 6PM
Thursdays: Open to women only in the afternoon and closes at 5PM.
Saturday: 7AM – 12PM
First Saturday of the month: Open to men only.Showers
Monday to Friday | 7AM – 11:30AM & 2PM – 5:30PM
On Thursdays showers stay open until 12PM in the first shift and close at 4PM in the second shift.Laundry
Monday to Friday | 7AM – 11:30AM & 2PM – 5:30PM
On Thursdays laundry closes at 4PM.Case Management
Monday to Friday | 8AM – 12PM & 2PM – 4:30PM
Medical Clinic
Monday to Friday | 8AM – 12PM & 1PM – 5PM
Special Hours:
Food, Music, and Hygiene SuppliesLadies’ Night: Thursdays from 2PM – 7PM
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Located at 2111 Jennings Street in the Bayview.
Call (415) 671-1100 with any questions
Drop-in Center Services
Showers, laundry & lockers:
Open 24/7, two people at a time.
Mail pickup:
Monday – Friday 9AM – 5PMDrop-in Chairs
Available 5:30PM – 7:00AM every day.
Mother Brown’s Kitchen – Meals
To go meals (dining room is closed)
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Walk-in center at 330 Ellis Street where clients can get hygiene kits, clothing, referrals, and other information.
Phone: (415) 674-6012
Hours: Monday to Friday: 8:30AM – 4PM | Saturdays: 6AM – 1PM
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Located at 74 6th Street.
Hours of operation: Monday to Friday, 8:30AM – 5PM.
Accepts: Clothes, shoes, and documents.
Contact: (415) 558-1178
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Located at 680 Bryant Street (at 5th Street).
Hours of operation: Monday to Friday, 9AM – 4PM
Accepts: Clothes, shoes, and documents,
Contact: (415) 487-3300 ext. 4429
Shelters for Unaccompanied Minors Under 18
Access Points provide housing problem solving, assessment, prioritization, and referral to shelter, housing, and other community services for San Francisco families experiencing homelessness. Families with minor children who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness can contact the Access Points listed. Learn more HERE
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For ages 17 and under
Open 24 hours 1 (800) 669-6196
536 Central Avenue San Francisco, CA 94117 415-567-1020
Learn more at larkinstreetyouth.org/get-help/drop-in-centers/
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Huckleberry Youth Programs works in solidarity with young people and their families to advance their personal growth and social equity.
1292 Page Street San Francisco, CA 94117
24 hour number 415-621-2929
Learn more at huckleberryyouth.org/crisis-shelter/
Youth Coordinated Entry Point Access
Learn where to go for showers, laundry, case management, medical clinics, food, music, hygiene supplies, to-go meals, and storage facilities. Learn more at hsh.sfgov.org/services/how-to-get-services/other-resources/
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3rd Street Youth Center & Clinic is a community based nonprofit that serves young people, ages 12-24, living in Bayview Hunters Point. Youth from this neighborhood are resilient and strong.
Center and clinic hours:
Monday - Friday
Clinic / Drop In 1pm – 5pm
Programs 9am – 7pmOn the corner of Bancroft and 3rd Street. Across from MLK pool.
1728 Bancroft Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94124Off: 415-822-1707
For housing services: 415-713-5952
Learn more at 3rdstyouth.org/
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Larkin Street Youth Services is a nonprofit empowering young people to move beyond homelessness.
134 Golden Gate Avenue
Monday to Friday, 10AM – 3PM | 9AM – 2PM & 3PM – 5PM by appointment
(415) 673-0911 ex. 456
Ages 18-24 for emergency shelter call 24 hour number (800) 447-8223
Learn more at larkinstreetyouth.org/
Family Coordinated Entry Access Points
Access Points provide housing problem solving, assessment, prioritization, and referral to shelter, housing, and other community services for San Francisco families experiencing homelessness. Families with minor children who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness can contact the Access Points listed. Learn more HERE
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At Compass Family Services, we’re passionate about helping families who are experiencing homelessness and those who are at risk become stably housed, emotionally and physically healthy, and economically self-sufficient.
Families can access drop-in services at our 37 Grove Family Services Hub during open hours. We offer the following:
Groceries
Diapers, wipes, and formula
Toiletries and other hygiene supplies
Mail pick up for families using Compass as a mailing address
Referrals to programs and services inside and outside Compass
Assessment for shelter and housing
Other basic needs items are provided as available
37 GROVE STREET, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94102
37 Grove Family Services Hub Hours:
Monday 9 am - 12 pm, 1 pm - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 12 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 12 pm, 1 pm - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 12 pm, 1 pm - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 12 pm, 1 pm - 5 pm
Saturday CLOSED
Sunday CLOSED
Contact (415) 644-0504, info@compass-sf.org, or visit compass-sf.org/contact-us
If you need assistance after hours, please dial:
311 (general questions)
1-800-273-6222 (general questions)
1-877-384-3578 (if you are a woman experiencing domestic violence)
Learn more at compass-sf.org/
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We problem solve with families to divert from the public shelter system and reduce homelessness.
Services at Bayview Access Point:
Homeless prevention services: Homelessness Prevention staff are on-site to assist with client intakes and assessments for eligibility for rental assistance and applications.
Housing stability: We provide assessment and provide legal referrals to address housing and employment barriers.
Housing problem solving: Case managers work with clients to explore options and opportunities for housing.
Shelter and housing program placement: Case managers assist clients with determining eligibility for shelter and housing placement.
On-site childcare: Childcare is available for clients during their meetings with case managers at the Access Point.
Located at 990 Eddy St., San Francisco, CA 94109
Contact (415) 972-1200
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Catholic Charities’ Mission Access Point provides assessment and intake services for families and individuals for entry into shelter and housing program placement.
Location:
2871 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
Hours:
Monday through Friday: 7:00 am to 5:00 pm
Last Thursday of the month: 7:00 am to 12:00 pm
Services at Mission Access Point:
Homeless prevention services: Homelessness Prevention staff are on-site to assist with client intakes and assessments for eligibility for rental assistance and applications.
Housing stability: We provide assessment and provide legal referrals to address housing and employment barriers.
Housing problem solving: Case managers work with clients to explore options and opportunities for housing.
Shelter and housing program placement: Case managers assist clients with determining eligibility for shelter and housing placement.
On-site childcare: Childcare is available for clients during their meetings with case managers at the Access Point.
(415) 972-1200
990 Eddy St., San Francisco, CA 94109
Contact 415-972-120
Access Points provide housing problem solving, assessment, prioritization, and referral to shelter, housing, and other community services for San Francisco families experiencing homelessness. Families with minor children who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness can contact the Access Points listed. Learn more HERE
Adult Coordinated Entry Access Points
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123 10th Street (at Mission)
Phone: 415-487-3300 x 7000
Mobile response teams are available during operating hours to meet adults anywhere in the city who are unable to visit an Access Point.
Teams will respond within a 2-hour window Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 9AM – 4:00PM Wednesday: 9AM – 12Pm
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2645 Mission Street
415-857-7762
Closed: July 22 – July 26
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 9AM – 5PM Tuesdays: 9AM – 3:30Pm
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1200 Folsom St.
Phone: 415-522-7592
This access point focuses on serving justice involved people