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.

  • Apply for affordable housing at housing.sfgov.org/

    • 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/

  • 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/

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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/

  • 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).

  • 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-4:00pm

    Oakland Service Center
    330 Franklin Street
    Suite 100
    Oakland, CA 94607

    Monday to Friday
    8:30am-4:30pm

    Administrative Office
    401 Van Ness Avenue, Suite 313
    San Francisco, CA 94102

    Learn more at swords-to-plowshares.org/services/housing

  • 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/

  • Located at 165 Capp Street.

    Call (415) 869-7977 with any questions.

    Drop In Access:
    Lockers, Phones,
    Restrooms, and Chargers

    Monday 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 Supplies

    Ladies’ Night: Thursdays from 2PM – 7PM

    Men’s Day: Saturdays from 7AM – 12PM

  • 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 – 5PM

    Drop-in Chairs

    Available 5:30PM – 7:00AM every day.

    Mother Brown’s Kitchen – Meals

    To go meals (dining room is closed)
    Breakfast: 7AM – 9AM
    Dinner: 5PM – 7PM

  • 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

  • Located at 74 6th Street.

    • Hours of operation: Monday to Friday, 8:30AM – 5PM.

    • Accepts: Clothes, shoes, and documents.

    • Contact: (415) 558-1178

  • 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

  • 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/

  • 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/

  • 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 – 7pm

    On the corner of Bancroft and 3rd Street. Across from MLK pool.

    1728 Bancroft Avenue
    San Francisco, CA 94124

    info@3rdstyouth.org

    Off: 415-822-1707

    For housing services: 415-713-5952

    Learn more at 3rdstyouth.org/

  • 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

  • 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/

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 2645 Mission Street

    415-857-7762

    Closed: July 22 – July 26

    Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 9AM – 5PM Tuesdays: 9AM – 3:30Pm

  • 1200 Folsom St.

    Phone: 415-522-7592

    This access point focuses on serving justice involved people