Homelessness

Learn how the city is working to address street homelessness, street crises, and conditions on the street.

HSH offers services for people experiencing and at risk of homelessness.

Information for recovering alcoholics

Alcoholics Anonymous local information for San Francisco and Marin Counties

Information from the CA DMV (California Department of Motor Vehicles) on ID cards, including free ID cards for those experiencing homelessness

Information about getting a Social Security Card.

Free employment program that matches people looking for jobs with open positions

Provides help in getting employment.

General employment resources, for example computers, internet access, photocopiers, and fax machines.

Provides temporary assistance to families and expectant mothers for employment, housing, and education.

Cffers cash assistance and job services to low-income adults with no dependent children and to qualifying immigrants.

SFMTA offers a variety of discounts for individuals experiencing homelessness in San Francisco.

Find information about CalFresh food stamps and free food locations.

Resources and information for food services and programs. Select all the options that apply to you.

St. Anthony’s clothing program is the largest free clothing program in San Francisco.

Assurance Wireless provides free cell phones and cell services for those who qualify.

There are many ways to get free or low cost legal help. This guide lists local legal service providers.

Locations for laundry services.

Locations for shower services

The City offers storage at two facilities. Get information on requirements and operating hours on the HSH website.

If you want outreach for shelter or services, call SFHOT at 628-652-8000.

List of dental clinics in San Francisco.

Primary care health services for people experiencing homelessness

Family resource center in San Francisco that empowers homeless and low-income families.

Getting medical care, insurance and mental health support.

We promote the wellness of persons experiencing mental health challenges as well as those who support them.

Information and resources for mental health services.

Provides safer injection and substance use supplies that prevent the transmission of HIV.

SF Health Network provides primary care in 13 locations throughout San Francisco.

Free and confidential service that helps people across North America find the local resources they need, 24/7.

Call 3-1-1 for all nonemergency City information and services, available 24 hours a day and in over 160 languages. Dial 415-701-2311 if calling from outside SF.

San Francisco's affordable housing portal.

Helps low-income tenants respond to eviction lawsuits.

Access DPH mental health and substance use services.

Help for households at risk of homelessness.

Additional prevention resources for people at risk of homelessness.

Find a temporary shelter for adults, youth and families.

Housing problem solving and referral to shelter, housing, and other community services for young adults in San Francisco experiencing homelessness.

Shelters for people under 18. Phones are answered 24/7.

We track the conditions of group and family shelters in San Francisco. Staff take and investigate complaints.

Resources and programs for veterans from the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

Bay area non-profit that provides housing services to low-income and homeless veterans and their families.

Learn ways for individuals and property owners to help people experiencing homelessness.

Inspires and connects people to break the cycle of poverty in the Bay Area.

Project Homeless Connect provides the public ways to sign up for volunteer activities.