Homeless Services Division

The Homeless Services Division was established within the Department of Social Services on August 9, 2022, following the approval of the San Luis Obispo Countywide Plan to Address Homelessness by the Board of Supervisors. Full staffing and operational capacity is expected during the summer of 2023.

San Luis Obispo Countywide Plan to Address Homelessness

On August 9, 2022, the County Board of Supervisors approved a plan to curb homelessness by 50% in 5 years. The plan represents months of collaboration and input from those affected by homelessness in San Luis Obispo County, including the public, various agencies, non-profits, and other community stakeholders.

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For Those Facing Housing Insecurity

If you or someone you know are currently without housing or at risk of becoming homeless, please see the Get Help page.

 


Featured News

Inside the Hope Village supportive housing community. Pictured are community tables shaded by green umbrellas. Click to view article, Partnership Between County and City of San Luis Obispo Leads to Expansion of County Health Campus Services

Partnership Between County and City of San Luis Obispo Leads to Expansion of County Health Campus Services

Introducing a new safe and stable supportive housing community for the City of San Luis Obispo. This new development will now be part of the County of San Luis Obispo's Health Agency Campus.
text overlay local Morro Bay neighborhood Click to view article, $5.5 Million in Homelessness Solution Funding Available from the County of San Luis Obispo 

$5.5 Million in Homelessness Solution Funding Available from the County of San Luis Obispo 

The County of San Luis Obispo looks to address local homelessness with funding aimed at homeless services and housing solutions.

County of San Luis Obispo Government Center Click to view article, Oklahoma Parking Site Closure

Oklahoma Parking Site Closure

The Oklahoma Parking Site is set to close May 6, 2024.

Contact Social Services

Child Hotline Information:

  • If you suspect there is an emergency requiring immediate intervention, call 911
  • To report suspected child abuse or neglect call the 24 hour Child Abuse Hotline at (805) 781-KIDS (5437) or toll free 1-800-834-KIDS (5437)

Adult Hotline Information:

  • If you suspect there is an emergency requiring immediate intervention, call 911
  • To report suspected elder abuse or neglect call the Adult Services Hotline at (805) 781-1790 during regular business hours, or after business hours call (844) 729-8011
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