Shelter Care Resources
Basic Needs Assistance
(805) 612-7091
Shelter Care Resources
Basic Needs Assistance
(805) 612-7091
Help for the Homeless:
Not All Homeless People Live On the Street
Asistencia Para Personas Sin Hogar:
No Todas Las Persona Sin Hogar Viven En El Calle
Shelter For the Homeless
Shelter For the Homeless
If you are homeless or in danger of becoming homeless, there are many places in Ventura County that serve the homeless, but maybe you don't know where to start. We are happy to help you navigate the process and even search for a shelter.
The menus below may help you navigate some of the process.
Below that, are some local shelters and their phone numbers.
Si usted está sin hogar o en peligro de quedarse sin hogar, hay muchos lugares en el Condado de Ventura que sirven a los sin hogar, pero tal vez usted no sabe por dónde empezar. Estamos encantados de ayudarle a navegar por el proceso e incluso buscar un refugio. Los siguientes menús pueden ayudarle a navegar por parte del proceso.
Debajo de eso, hay algunos refugios locales y sus números de teléfono.
HELP! I am homeless
HELP! I am homeless
The process of getting from the street to a home is lengthy, but if you really want to, you can do it. You have to be willing to follow very specific steps and rules and comply with certain policies, but the end result is having a home for your family. We are here to help you through every step of the process.
TB TEST
TB TEST
If you are homeless and looking for a shelter, start with this step: All shelters require a TB test. Go first to your local clinic and get one. My suggestion for Oxnard is Las Islas, because you can walk in. It may take a while. Like, hours. It will take 48 hours to verify and you usually can't get into a place before that. You will need one for you and any children who will be living with you where you are going.
Sit tight.
PHONE INTERVIEW
PHONE INTERVIEW
Either while you wait for your TB test or afterward, call a local shelter and ask for a phone interview. Be prepared to answer any questions they ask, even if they seem nosy. Try to be patient and be honest. People do want to help, and they don't know you so they have to ask certain questions. You may get shut down at this point. Don't be discouraged.
Just try another place. We can help you find people to call.
IN-PERSON INTERVIEW
IN-PERSON INTERVIEW
The initial intake interview is often lengthy. There may be personal questions that you don't know how to answer or don't want to answer, but answer them politely to the best of your ability. Most shelters will ask about your income and may require you to put a portion of it aside to save for a new place. This means that for as long as you live there, they have some control over your income. It is part of the process and it is not forever. The end product will be that you have money for a place of your own. It will be worth it.
LIVING IN THE SHELTER
LIVING IN THE SHELTER
All shelters have rules and procedures that people have to follow. Some of them will require you and your children to get up very early and get outside. This is not ideal, but it is temporary. Take advantage of places that are open and free, like libraries and even local churches. Be where you can continue to work or get help. Do your best to have a positive attitude in this place even though it will be very difficult. If a shelter has a limit to the months you are allowed to stay, but you are easy to get along with, they may extend your stay if you need it. You can also use this time to see what provisions are available for section 8. Use the library to look up 211 and research every available assistance program.
Shelters
Shelters
Contact Info and Websites Listed Below
Contact Info and Websites Listed Below
Rain Transitional Living Center
Rain Transitional Living Center
(805) 388 - 1296 - Information Line
(805) 383-7505 - Intake Line
(805) 389-3308 - Office
The Rescue Mission
The Rescue Mission
234 E 6th St, Oxnard, CA 93030
(805) 487-1234
Lighthouse Women and Children's Shelter
Lighthouse Women and Children's Shelter
104 N Hayes Ave, Oxnard, CA 93030
(805) 385-7200
Mercy House Oxnard
Mercy House Oxnard
351 S. K St. Oxnard CA 93030
(714) 836-7188
https://mercyhouse.net/portfolios/oxnard_shelter
Gabriel's House
Gabriel's House
1450 S Rose Ave Oxnard, CA 93033
(805) 487-3400
Sarah's House
Maternity Home
Sarah's House
Maternity Home
Simi Valley, CA 93063
Phone: (805) 581-1910
http://www.sarahshouse-online.org
Tender Life Maternity Home
Tender Life Maternity Home
871 E Thompson Blvd, Ventura, CA 93001
(805) 653-7474
Turning Point Foundation:
New Visions Center
Turning Point Foundation:
New Visions Center
1065 E Main St
Ventura, CA 93001
(805) 652-0029
http://www.turningpointfoundation.org/programs/
I am ready to move!
I am ready to move!
Depending on whether you have section 8, there are different resources available to help you find a place. Gosection8.com lists apartments and houses for people on section 8, and you can even contact them for help. COVID rules have limited the availability of assistance, so you might also try looking at property management companies. If you are not on section 8, you can contact homeless services and ask for help. If you are on Calworks, your worker may be able to help some as well. In the absence of either Calworks or section 8, check with your local housing authority for information on an affordable place.