Housing begins here.
Scroll to read about our programs and inquire to obtain the services you need.
Housing Solutions
The goal of each of these services is to bridge our program members from homelessness to long-term housing. Aside from our Haven House Emergency Shelter, housing programs are only accessible on a referral basis through external organizations or Interfaith case managers. Submit a request for eligibility through the “Inquiry Form” below.
Emergency Shelter
Haven House provides emergency housing in Escondido. Haven House provides emergency housing for homeless people each night in Escondido. Availability: (760) 644-4644.
Short-term Housing
Temporary beds for people with or without a housing intervention already in place to assist in their transition from homelessness to permanent housing.
Permanent Housing
Permanent housing units and programs provide safe and affordable housing for homeless community members as well as families with a disabled adult.
Grants Per Diem
Service intensive and bridge housing for adult Veterans located in Oceanside. For availability call:(760) 489-6380
Family Shelter
Stable environment for traditional and non-traditional families to temporarily stay while seeking permanent housing.
Behavioral Health
Temporary housing for unhoused people struggling with mental health. Referrals made through Mental Health Systems.
The TBRA program provides short-term, temporary rent subsidies and other housing-related expenses for families in the City of Oceanside with low-income and unstable housing situations.
Screenings only available the 1st – 15th of each month.
Rapid Re-Housing
Short to moderate-term financial assistance for people and families experiencing homelessness.
Recuperative Care
Short-term residential care for people experiencing homelessness after being discharged from local hospitals.
Locations and Walk-In Hours
(All locations closed the first Friday of the month)
BETTY AND MELVIN COHN CENTER
550 W. Washington Ave.
Escondido, CA 92025
(760) 489-6380 | Fax: (760) 740-0837
WALK-IN HOURS
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
8:00 am – 10:00 am
FOOD DISTRIBUTION
Tuesday & Thursday
8:00 am – 10:00 am
COASTAL SERVICE CENTER
4700 North River Road
Oceanside CA 92054
(760) 721-2117 | Fax: (760) 721-0351
WALK-IN HOURS
By Appointment Only
VETERAN SERVICE CENTER
347 Grant Street
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 529-9979 | Fax: (760) 529-9897
CARLSBAD SERVICE CENTER
5731 Palmer Way, Suite A
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 448-5696 | Fax: (760) 448-5738
WALK-IN HOURS
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm