I’m currently experiencing homelessness and need help.
We know this is a very challenging time and it can be overwhelming to find help. If you are a resident of LA County, we are here to get you connected to the support and services you need, as quickly as possible. The first step is getting in touch with our outreach team by filling out the form on the Outreach Portal.
I am looking for assistance with homelessness in my community.
I am a provider or case manager looking for resources for my program participants.
This guide features eviction prevention programs available to eligible LA County residents.
This guide includes information on services offered by County departments and partners, as well as eligibility criteria and how to access each program.
Additional languages are in development and will be available soon.
Additional Resources
There are a variety of resources available through the County and our partners for people experiencing housing insecurity, including veterans, families, youth, survivors of domestic and interpersonal violence, and people with disabilities.
Homeless Prevention Guide
The LA County Homeless Prevention and Support Programs Resource Guide features eviction prevention programs available to eligible LA County residents. This guide includes information on services offered by County departments and partners, as well as eligibility criteria and how to access each program. These efforts are part of the County’s commitment to supporting individuals and families at risk of homelessness. Access the guide here.
The guide is also currently available in Korean and Spanish. Additional languages are in development and will be available soon.
Prevention
Request Outreach in Your Community
- LA County Homeless Outreach Portal (LA-HOP)
- The Works (reporting to Public Works)
Interim Housing
Health and Mental Health Care
Substance Use Disorder Treatment
Benefits Enrollment
- Cash Assistance Programs: CalWORKS, CalFresh, General Relief (GR), Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) and Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants (CAPI)
- Countywide Benefits Entitlement Services Team (CBEST)
- DPSS General Relief (GR) Housing Subsidy and Case Management Program
- DPSS Homeless Programs and Services for CalWORKs Families
- County of LA Military and Veteran Affairs Department: Veterans Benefits
Veterans and Service Members
Transition-Age Youth
Adults who are Older or Disabled
Justice-Involved Individuals
Employment Assistance and Job Placement Services
Support Centers and Help Lines
- Justice Connect Support Center
- Find Help and Treatment for Mental Health and Substance Use
- Find Free or Reduced-Cost Resources (e.g. Food, Housing, Financial Assistance, Health Care)
- 211 LA: Locally-Based Guide to Services and Information in Los Angeles
- What I Need (app)
- LAHSA Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault and Human Trafficking Resources