Located in the city of Escondido
Interfaith provides emergency walk-in services Monday thru Friday from 8:30 until 10:30 am. Volunteer intake workers provide basic assessments, referrals, and basic needs services to clients requesting assistance. Services provided may include non-perishable food assistance, clothing vouchers, transportation vouchers or tokens, and assistance with identification cards, and some prescriptions, among other services. Case managers are able to provide assistance (by appointment only) with past due utility bills and rental assistance during certain times of the year.
Tax Preparation
Located in the city of Escondido
Free tax preparation and e-filing for low-income families and individuals is offered from January through April and is designed for the working population. The program is focused on connecting families and individuals to the Earned Income Tax Credit and other credits for which they may qualify. This program, operated by IRS certified volunteers, saves families the high cost of a paid preparer with the same quality of service.
Legal Clinic
Located in the city of Escondido
Once a month, the department offers a free legal clinic, providing clients with free legal assessments and referrals (no representation). Volunteer lawyers, with different areas of expertise, provide a well-rounded knowledge base for those seeking guidance.
Family Self-Sufficiency
Located in the city of Escondido
This case management program is provided for low-income families who need assistance in attaining self-sufficiency. Clients are seen by case workers (by appointment only) so that they can work on individualized case plans, focusing on the client’s strengths and needs. Plans may include a focus on employment search and job readiness, budgeting, accessing other community resources, goal setting and follow-up services.
A Success Story
"My daughter and I had been homeless on the streets for a few days until a friend recommended I come to Interfaith to get help with food and shelter. Interfaith offered me immediate emergency assistance with food and clothing and I also enrolled in the Family Self Sufficiency case management program. My case manager helped me get into the rotational shelter for a safe place to sleep for us, and I am currently working on alternatives to find stable housing and become self-sufficient thanks to Interfaith Community Services."
