Basic Needs
We are Here for You, Our Program Mission:
The Basic Needs Center aims to support students’ academic journey by providing equity-minded services that address their current basic needs challenges from a strength-based approach.
Starting Monday, August 19th, 2024
You can call us at (619) 388-3684
Email us at CityBasicNeeds@sdccd.edu
Find us at T-341 during our open hours
- Student Participants will identify at least three on or off campus resources that provide basic needs support
- Student Participants will recognize how basic needs efforts are key to their overall success academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.
Clothing Donations:
- We are accepting clothing and shoe donations currently that fit the following criteria:
- Have been fully washed
- No stains or rips
Household Donations:
- We are in need of the following household items. Please consider donating:
- Blankets, sheets, pillows
- Bath towels, kitchen towels
- Kitchen utensils, pots and pans, cups, dinnerware, plates, can openers, small kitchen appliances
Food:
- We are currently only accepting food donations if they come in bulk (10 or more of
the same item). Here are some examples of popular items:
- Drinks (gatorade, naked juice)
- Frozen meals
- Granola bars
- Trail mix
Monetary Donations:
- If you would like to make a tax deductible monetary donation, you may do so by making your check payable to San Diego City College Foundation - Food Pantry.
To access our Basic Needs Services, please click on the red icon below to fill out a basic needs assessment. Students will login with their Single Sign On (regular username and password you use for school) and complete the assessment form which will take ~10mins. Someone from our team will then reach out to you and set up a time to meet.
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San Diego City College Resources
ECMC Financial Literacy
- ECMC has a variety of financial literacy courses and resources for students to learn about budgeting, what to do if you're in financial trouble, paying for college, etc. Registration is required to access the content.
- ECMC Financial Literacy Registration
ECMC: Emergency Aid Application
**If you would like to submit an application for an ECMC grant, you will need to submit a basic needs assessment form first**
Do you have a recent financial emergency?
If yes, you may qualify for a one-time emergency aid for continuing San Diego City College (SDCC) students who recently experienced an unanticipated and/or catastrophic life event that may cause you from stopping or pausing your educational goals.
Eligible SDCC students must:
- have a minimum 2.0 grade point average at SDCC
- provide supporting documentation of recent emergency expense i.e. official invoice
- Be currently enrolled and attending class
- Details must be provided
ECMC Emergency Aid cannot be used to:
- Pay for any expenses to the college or university including books.
- Pay for expenses that are regular and expected unless a documentable underlying emergency caused the student to fall behind
If approved, funds can be received within a couple of days
Please submit a basic needs assessment form to request more information.
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CalFresh benefits can help you expand your grocery budget!CalFresh, also known as SNAP, is a federal food assistance program funded by the U.S.D.A. CalFresh provides financial assistance for students to purchase healthy food and maintain adequate nutritional levels. Students currently may receive between $23 - $291 per month. We can help you determine if you and your household are eligible! |
Are you eligible for CalFresh Benefits?
Students must meet all the eligibility critieria:
Take this 1 minute, anonymous quiz to see if you might be eligible for CalFresh benefits. You can take this multiple times as needed.
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Here's how to get CalFresh!We can help you apply for CalFresh! Do either of the following to receive 1 on 1 CalFresh application assistance. The benefits of applying with the Basic Needs Center include: receiving expert guidance, gaining insight on what happens after applying, and accessing ongoing support with our connection with San Diego County HHSA.
You can also complete the application on your own! Apply for CalFresh! https://bit.ly/getcalfreshcity |
Where can you use CalFresh benefits?CalFresh benefits are issued monthly on an EBT card, think of your EBT card like a debit card for food!
Wondering where you can use your EBT card? CalFresh benefits can be spent at most grocery stores and even some farmer’s markets! This information is from the Market Match Locator which can be used to locate any EBT accepting and market match participating markets across California! Try it out by clicking here! Local grocery stores accepting EBT are:
*Rebate available for eligible fruits and vegetables. Click here to search for all EBT/SNAP retailers nationwide. Enter your local San Diego zip code to see retailers closest to you!
Restaurant Meals Program - Elderly, Disabled, or Homeless: This program allows some elderly, disabled, or homeless CalFresh recipients to use their CalFresh benefits for hot and prepared meals from participating restaurants and vendors. Please read the program details according to the San Diego County Health & Human Services Agency. The RMP allows you to use your benefits to purchase prepared food from restaurants participating in the CalFresh Restaurant Meals Program. The County will determine your eligibility to the program and code your Golden State Advantage (EBT) card so that it may be accepted as payment for meals at participating restaurants. RMP eligible CalFresh recipients may use their EBT cards at any RMP restaurant. This program is available to you and your spouse if you receive CalFresh and are:
*Disabled is defined as Receiving one of the following benefits:
To Search for a Participating Restaurant, click here and enter your zip code to find the site closest. Frequently Asked QuestionsQ: Does receiving CalFresh benefits impact my financial aid? A: No, receiving CalFresh benefits will not affect your financial aid or how much financial aid you receive. Q: Does receiving CalFresh benefits affect me or my family’s taxes? A: No, receiving CalFresh benefits will not affect your tax filing status or procedures. Q: Do I have to repay the benefits I receive? A: No, benefits issued are not expected to be repaid. Q: Is CalFresh Welfare? A: No, CalFresh is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture as a supplemental nutrition program. Q: Can applying for CalFresh benefits impact my immigration status? No, applying or receiving benefits will not affect your immigration status or anyone in your household. Any residency or immigration status disclosed on a CalFresh application is strictly confidential permanently. County offices are strictly prohibited from sharing your residency status with any agency of the government. Additionally, CalFresh is not a public charge, meaning participation in the program will not impact your application for citizenship.
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Use your CalFresh at Farmer's Markets!Make sure to take advantage of Market Match! A program which pays you extra money when you use EBT at the Farmer’s Market. Below, all bolded markets participate in Market Match. The remainder still accept EBT! Here’s how it works,
Farmer’s Markets accepting CalFresh benefits in San Diego County are:
*Bolded Farmers Markets participate in Market Match. This information is from the Market Match Locator which can be used to locate any EBT accepting and market match participating markets across California! Try it out by clicking here! |
Your CalFresh Have Perks! Check out these other programs.
Here are some other uses of your EBT card and CalFresh eligibility.
- ¡MásFresco!: Spend your CalFresh benefits at any Northgate grocery location and receive a $4 rebate for every $1 you spend on any qualifying fruits and vegetables. More details can be found here.
- SDG&E CARE: Get discounts up to 30% off on your electric bill, you must apply. Check out details here.
- Museums for All: You and your family can get free or reduced access to hundreds of museums across the country by presenting your EBT card and valid ID! Participating organizations in the area include the Birch aquarium and USS Midway; check out all locations at this link.
Knights Threads & Things: T-150
Hours: Same as Knights' Table Emergency Food Pantry:
Mondays and Wednesdays: 10am-4pm
Tuesdays: 11:30-4pm
Thursdays: 11:30-3pm
Fridays: 10am-1pm
Knights Threads & Things is the space on campus that has free, gently used clothing suitable for interviews, work, or school as well as household items.
Donations of clean, gently used clothing, shoes, and accessories suitable for a student to wear to in a professional setting are sincerely appreciated. Items can be dropped off at the Knights' Table Emergency Food Pantry during open hours.
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Student Health Center: Mental Health Counseling |
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Student Health Center |
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Knights' Table Emergency Food Pantry |
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Fresh Cutz Barbershop |
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CalWORKs sdcity.edu/students/services/calworks/index.aspx |
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Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) The following services will be provided:
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 Next Upsdcity.edu/students/services/eops/docs/nextup_info_sheet.pdf NextUp is a supplemental program of EOPS designed to support the educational goals and well-being of current and former foster youth. It provides eligible students with additional support "over and above" that which EOPS provides. |
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CARE The COOPERATIVE AGENCIES RESOURCES for EDUCATION (CARE) Program, is a supplemental program of EOPS and offers additional support services to single parent EOPS students currently receiving county public assistance (cash aid) and working towards a certificate, degree or transfer to a 4-year college or university. |
CalWORKs (California Work Opportunity & Responsibility to Kids) is a statewide program
that assists students who are receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)/cash
aid and are participants in the Welfare-to-Work program. Counselors and staff empower
students to achieve their academic career and personal goals. Specialized services
have been designed to support students in their career, education and personal goals.
The program also helps students understand and meet their Welfare-to-Work requirements.
Services include vocational/ academic counseling, job placement, work-study placement,
verification of Welfare-to-Work hours, childcare, transportation services, and educational
supplies.
San Diego City College is committed to ensuring that all students have a fair and
equal opportunity to obtain a high-quality education and complete their educational
goals. As part of this commitment, the colleges provide referral services for homeless
youth through the Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) office.
Are you in need of a Laptop or WiFi device?
City College has Chromebooks available for currently enrolled students, please submit
the form below to request a device.
City Chromebook Loaner Program
* Returning a Device? Loaned Chromebook and/or Hotspots can be placed along with accessories (AC Adapter)
in a protective bag and gently depositing the gear into The Learning Resources Center's
Library Book Return slot anytime.
If you are experiencing homelessness or housing insecurities, we are here to help you. Homeless and Housing Insecure includes students who are:
- Sharing the housing of other persons due to loss of housing, economic hardship, or a similar reason.
- Living in motels, hotels, trailer parks, or camping grounds due to the lack of alternative adequate accommodations.
- Living in emergency or transitional shelters.
- Abandoned in hospitals.
- Living in a primary nighttime residence that is a public or private place not designed for or ordinarily used as a regular sleeping accommodation for human beings.
- Living in cars, parks, public spaces, abandoned buildings, substandard housing, bus or train stations, or similar settings.
If you are experiencing homelessness or housing insecurities, please complete the Basic Needs Assessment or visit their page here and a case manager will reach out.
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Hi, my name is Michael Evans, but you can call me Mike. I am currently an Associate
Clinical Social Worker working here in the Homelessness and Housing Insecurity Pilot
program (HHIP), and I couldn’t be happier to be here working in this program. I graduated
from SDSU in 2019 with an MSW, concentrating in direct practice. I have professional
experience working with adults with severe mental illness, college students, and people
experiencing homelessness; I have worked in inpatient, outpatient, and street-based
settings. My most recent job at PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) gave me a breadth
of experience working with individuals with chronic medical problems, addiction, and
mental illness. My passions for addressing unjust systems and also working directly
with clients intersect in a program like HHIP, which makes this opportunity all the
more exciting. I look forward to using my strengths and experience to create a sustainable
program that will impact college students for years to come.
My name is Emily Saldine. I have had the privilege of working as a Grant Coordinator
in Mental Health for the past 5 years overseeing 3 different grants while at SDCC.
I am beyond excited to continue this work as the Grant Coordinator for the Homeless
and Housing Insecurity Pilot Program. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, initially
working in various roles in the non-profit sector including information and referral,
case management and management. In addition to my work at SDCC I also work as an emergency
room social worker at both Kaiser and Sharp hospitals, which allows me to consistently
access and laisse with community resources to ensure client’s needs are met. I look
forward to expanding this network further to ensure SDCC students are safely and sustainably
housed so they they can focus on their studies.Community Resources
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Food Locator Map In need of emergency groceries? The San Diego Food Bank has a Food Locator Map where
you can find information of all food distributions around San Diego County. Click
below to find a food distribution site near you. |
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31st St. 7th Day Adventist Church 414 31st Street, San Diego 92113 | 619.231.3652 | 31sda.org Food distribution with fresh produce and bread every Wed. from 11:30am-1:00pm. Walk-in for services, all SD County served, must be 18, no documentation required, receive a line ticket during distribution hours. |
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Catholic Charities of San Diego at the Salvation Army 825 7th Avenue, San Diego 92101 | 619.231.2828 | sandiegofoodbank.org No fees or documents required. Free food from 9:00-11:00am, 3rd Saturday of every month. Walk-in services, first come, first served basis. |
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First Presbyterian Church of San Diego 320 San Diego Street, San Diego 92101 | 619.232.7513 | ladlefellowship.org No fees, or documents required. Free food from 9:30-11:00am on the the 2nd Saturday of every month. Must live in zip codes 92101, 92102, 92103. |
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Foundation Matthew 633 Food for a Neighbor 1800 N. Broadway, Escondido 92026 | 619.253.9951 foundationmatthew633inc.org Every Mon, Wed, and Fri. from 10:30am until all food is gone. Closed on major holidays that land on distribution days. Bring your own bag(s). |
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It's All About the Kids 2926 Market Street, San Diego 92101 | 858.229.3363 | www.itsallaboutthekids.org Food Pantry: sign up every Thursday. To register text "REGISTER" to 833.424.0894. Required docs are a birth certificate with accompanied parent listed, for children over 5, or a report card is acceptable. |
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Jewish Family Services | Joan & Irwin Jacobs Campus 8878 Balboa Avenue | 858.637.3210| jfssd.org Jewish Family Services | Ohr Shalom Synagogue 2512 3rd Avenue, San Diego 92103 | 858.637.3210 | jfssd.org Open to any San Diegan in need, provide monthly food distribution sites across San Diego, as well as emergency food bags, available for pick-up. |
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La Maestra Community Health Center 4060 Fairmount Avenue, San Diego 92105 | 619.779.7900 | lamaestra.org Provides a weekly food distribution and pantry to low income patients in the Central Region accessing clinical services. Call for additional information. |
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Mid-City Christian Fellowship (Mid-City Nazarene) 4101 University Avenue, San Diego 92105 | 619.516.1000 | midcitynazarene.org Food Bank, appointment system. Appointment system, Tue. 3:00-5:00pm, Thr. 9:00-11:00am, Sat. 9:00-11:00am, 1st Sat. of the month, 9:00-11:00am. |
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St. David's Food Pantry 5050 Milton Street, San Diego 92110 | 619.276.4567 | saintdavidschurch.com Weekly fresh food pantry. Anyone in need, no documents required, clients shop from available food. Food is available from 12:15-12:45pm on Sundays |
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Mark's Episcopal Church and Food Cupboard 4227 Fairmount Avenue, San Diego 92105 | 619.283.6242 stmarks-cityheights.org Open every Wed. and Thur. from 12:00-2:00pm. Serves area of City Heights (92105), no fees, walk-in services, photo I.D. required, and one bag of food per household. |
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The Salvation Army 825 7th Avenue, San Diego 92101 | 619.699.2216 | sandiego.salvationarmy.org Free food 9:00-11:45am, & 1:00-3:30pm, M-F closed Wed. Emergency food must be an unusual situation where expected income did not arrive, or was withheld. Photo ID and proof of income required. |
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Special Delivery Food Pantry San Diego 4021 Goldfinch Street, San Diego 92103 | 619.297.7373 |specialdeliverysandiego.org Free food Monday-Thursday from 11:30-1:30pm, appointments only. If no appointment arrive at 12:45pm with photo I.D. Home delivery available, but you must be referred by your case worker. |
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Uptown Community Service Center 3725 30th Street, San Diego 92104 | 619.693.5511 | uptowncsc.org No appointment necessary, but pre-registration is required. Provides canned grocery bags, Mon, Tue & Fri at 9:00am. Bring ID, from 9:00am-3:00pm. |
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2-1-1 San Diego Perinatal Care Network 3851 Rosecrans Ave., San Diego 92110 | 800.675.2229 | sandiegocounty.gov Expedites Medi-Cal applications for pregnant woman, and follow-ups to ensure appropriate
coverage and accompanying wrap around services. Provides assistance with setting up
first appointment and transportation for future appointments. |
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Behavioral Health Service 1045 9th Ave., San Diego 92101 | 619.235.2600 |
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Community Research Foundations/CalWORKs Behavioral Health Center, Step Forward 2772 4th Ave., San Diego 92103 | 619.295.6067 | comresearch.org Provides behavioral health services, prevention, mental health education and outreach
to CalWORKs recipients. Must be referred by ETA, Medi-care/cal card. |
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Family Health Centers of San Diego, Community Healthcare at S.D. City College 1550 Broadway, Ste #2, San Diego 92101 | 619.515.2525 | fhcsd.org Offers primary healthcare services and medical appointments to all ages, women’s services
and HIV/STD treatment. Services include sick visits, well-child visits, physicals,
immunizations, etc. No one will be turned away. |
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La Maestra Community Health Center City Heights 4060 Fairmont Ave. Fl. 2, San Diego CA | 619.255.9155 | lamaestra.org Provides general outpatient medical care to children and adults. Offers general health
screening services and exams and pediatric evaluations. Call for more information. |
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The Meeting Place Clubhouse 2553 State St., San Diego 92101 | 619.294.9582 | themeetingplaceinc.org Mental health services. Call for details. |
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Mountain Health and Community Services, 5th St. 316 25th St., San Diego 92102 | 619.445.6200 | mtnhealth.org Provides general outpatient medical care for adults and families regardless of ability
to pay, including cold and flu visits, labs, physical referrals. Contact for program
details, and required documents. |
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Neighborhood House Assocation Project Enable 286 Euclid Ave., Suite #102, San Diego 92114 |619.266.2111| neighborhoodhouse Provides time-limited outpatient specialty mental health services. Call for details. |
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Public Health Services, Health & Human Services County of San Diego, Immunization Clinic 3177 Ocean View Bvld., San Diego 92113 | 619.595.4452 | sdiz.org Provides routine childhood and adolescent vaccines to protect against diphtheria,
tetanus, etc. No appointment needed. All ages welcome, bring insurance card if applicable.
Sliding scale for income and family size if no insurance. |
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San Diego American Indian Health Center 2630 1st. Ave., San Diego 92103 | 619.234.2158 | sdaihc.org Offers primary healthcare and mental health services. Insurance accepted and sliding
fee for those with no insurance. You are not required to be American Indian. |
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San Diego Family Care Mid-City Pediactric Clinic 4305 University Ave., Ste. # 150, San Diego 92105 | 619.280.2058 | sdfamilycare.org Provides outpatient pediatric medical care. Sliding scale fees based on family size
and income. No one is refused services due to inability to pay. |
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San Ysidro Health and Medical Services 3177 Ocean View Bvld., San Diego 92113 | 619.662.4100 | syhc.org Healthcare services for individuals and families. Proof of income and residency required.
Bring Health Insurance Card (if applicable), if no insurance, sliding scale based
on family size. |
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Scripps Health Mercy Clinic 4020 5th Ave., San Diego 92105 | 619.260.7022 | scripps.org Provides routine medical care services for children adults with a focus on those that
are low income or who are uninsured. Assists with Medi-Cal applications, and other
possible coverage. |
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Village Family Health Center, St. Vincent De Paul 1501 Imperial Ave., San Diego 92101 | 619.645.6405 | my.neighbor.org Provides integrated physical and behavioral healthcare. Primary care, pediatrics,
psychiatry, and dental care. Insurance accepted, sliding fee scale for those with
no insurance. No one turned away. |
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Catholic Charities The Leah Residence 789 9th Avenue, San Diego 92101 | 619.236.1288 | ccdsd.org/programs-1 Twenty-three affordable housing units dedicated for people who are homeless and have
at least one household member with a disability. Must be referred from Coordinated
Entry System (CES). |
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City of San Diego Fair Housing 1200 3rd Avenue Suite 1400 MS 56D, San Diego 92101 | 619.236.6700 |
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Community Catalysts of California, VCS Re-Housing 5605 El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego 92115 | 800.974.9909 | ccvcs.net Veterans only: Provides temporary financial assistance and short-term case management
to assist Veterans and their families with obtaining permanent housing. |
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Community Housing Works 2815 Camino Del Rio South #305, San Diego 92108 | 888.884.4249 | chworks.org Operates three HUD-funded housing units. Must be referred through CES. |
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Father Joe's Villages Rapid Re-Housing Program 1501 Imperial Avenue, San Diego 92101 | 619.233.8500 | my.neighbor.org Assistance with initial move-in costs and temporary rental assistance. |
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Father Joe's Villages Transitional Housing Program 1501 Imperial Avenue, San Diego 92101 | 619.233.8500 | my.neighbor.org Transitional support for families including three meals per day, security, case management,
counseling, and education/job support. |
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Home Start Domestic Violence Rapid Re-Housing Program 5005 Texas Street Suite #203, San Diego 92108 | 619.232.7513| home-start.org Provides mobile advocacy and financial assistance that supports domestic violence
survivors in needs relating to safety and housing stability. Assistance with retaining
or obtaining housing, or with rental assistance and security deposit. |
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Housing and Community Development Services of San Diego County 3889 Ruffin Road, San Diego 92123 |858.694.4801 | sdhcd.org Provides housing information and an affordable housing resource guide, as well as
information on single room occupancy (SRO), and emergency shelter, etc. |
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Legal Aid 1764 San Diego Avenue, San Diego 92110 | 844.449.3500 PATH San Diego |
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Rapid Re-Housing 1250 6th Avenue, San Diego 92101 | 619.810.8668 | pathsandiego.org All-inclusive services such as housing navigation, rapid rehousing, interim housing,
and permanent supportive housing. |
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The Salvation Army Regional Office Door of Hope for Women 2799 Health Center Drive, San Diego 92123 858.279.1100 | doorofhope.salvationarmy.org/ Provides a transitional living center for homeless women living with children. Offers
a range of support services such as counseling, parenting, etc. |
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San Diego Housing Commission 1122 Broadway Avenue, San Diego 92101 | 619.578.7768 | sdhc.org Need help to pay your past-due rent and utilities because of COVID-19? Sign up now! You'll be notified when you can apply for help through an upcoming City of San Diego program. Visit www.sdhc.org. Program intends to minimize length of homelessness on individuals and families. Provides
housing location support, short or medium term rental assistance app. fee and deposit. |
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San Diego Rescue Mission Traditional Housing| 120 Elm Street, San Diego 92101 | 619.819.1773 | sdrescue.org Second Avenue is a multiphase transitional housing program. Offers subsidized transitional
housing, including room and board for up to 2 years, and emergency shelter. |
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Youth & Family Services YMCA 4145 Swift Avenue Apt. #1, San Diego 92104 | 619.640.9774 | ymca.org Offers an 18-month program that provides transitional shared apartment living for
homeless individuals with or without children. Adults must be between 18-24. |
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Veterans Village of San Diego Welcome Home Family 286 Euclid Avenue, San Diego 92114 | 619.393.2000 | vvsd.net Offers transitional housing options to eligible veterans who are homeless or at imminent
risk of becoming homeless and want to achieve a smooth transition into permanent housing. |
