The help you need, when you need it.
If you’re seeking help, click the “inquiry form” below.
Food &
Basic Needs
To begin receiving help or comprehensive case management, please fill out the Inquiry Form above. Someone from our team will contact you to begin the intake process and measure your eligibility for program support.
Substance Use
Treatment
This program’s goal is to create immediate access points for a variety of treatment services. Generally, program members are introduced on a referral basis though our Homelessness Outreach and Shelters program.
Housing
& Shelter
The goal of each of these services is to bridge our program members from homelessness to long-term housing.Â
Employment
and Economic
Development
These programs assist clients in obtaining and sustaining employment, with the ultimate goal of financial independence.
Veteran
Services
Veterans can receive support with basic needs, job readiness, skill development, funds for training, career counseling, and job placement.
Senior
Support
Through assistance from trained advocates, emergency financial support to ensure seniors can remain independent. For availability call: 760-504-4092.
Scholarship
Opportunities
Assistance with education and/or vocational certification courses.
Transitional
Youth Academy
Transitional Youth Academy (TYA) supports low-income and vulnerable high school students.
Food &
Basic Needs
To begin receiving help or comprehensive case management, please fill out the Inquiry Form above. Someone from our team will contact you to begin the intake process and measure your eligibility for program support.
Substance Use
Treatment
This program’s goal is to create immediate access points for a variety of treatment services. Generally, program members are introduced on a referral basis though our Homelessness Outreach and Shelters program.
Housing
& Shelter
The goal of each of these services is to bridge our program members from homelessness to long-term housing.Â
Employment
and Economic
Development
These programs assist clients in obtaining and sustaining employment, with the ultimate goal of financial independence.
Veteran
Services
Veterans can receive support with basic needs, job readiness, skill development, funds for training, career counseling, and job placement.
Senior
Support
Through assistance from trained advocates, emergency financial support to ensure seniors can remain independent. For availability call: 760-504-4092.
Scholarship
Opportunities
Assistance with education and/or vocational certification courses.
Transitional
Youth
Academy
Transitional Youth Academy (TYA) supports low-income and vulnerable high school students.
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
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FOOD DISTRIBUTION
Tuesday & Thursday
8:00 am – 10:00 am
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COASTAL SERVICE CENTER
4700 North River Road
Oceanside CA 92054
(760) 721-2117 | Fax: (760) 721-0351
WALK-IN HOURS
By Appointment Only
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VETERAN SERVICE CENTER
347 Grant Street
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 529-9979 | Fax: (760) 529-9897
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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
Interfaith Community Services is a non-denominational 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization based in Escondido, California. Federal Tax ID #95-3837714.
Headquarters: 550 W Washington Ave Escondido, CA 92025
Phone: (760) 489-6380
Charity Navigator has awarded Interfaith Community Services 100% for 2023 and its highest Four-Star rating for 8 consecutive years. Learn about Charity Navigator’s criteria and methodology here. Link:
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