People First Of Santa Cruz County

Outreach Based Case Management helps those experiencing homelessness pursue permanent housing solutions, access to community health & financial resources, provides housing navigation & supportive services to help individuals & families lead more stable lives. Health Care Navigators are focused on breaking down traditional walls of health care, extending beyond hospitals & health care settings into communities; Introducing a better way to coordinate health care; and providing high-need members with in-person care management where they live. Case Managers focus on providing services that help address members' health-related social needs, help them live healthier lives, & avoid higher, costlier levels of care. These include: Support to secure and maintain housing. Access to resources to support short term recovery. A variety of other community-based services.

RVSP provided safe parking for vehicles greater than 20ft, case management & housing navigation, vital document assistance, and minor vehicle repair assistance.

Extreme Weather Shelter: Every winter season, People First operates 3 temporary, popup shelters throughout the County that provide hundreds of people experiencing homelessness with a warm and welcoming place to rest in the evening. From enjoying a hot drink and food on a cold night to escaping from the rain, our guests are always met with dignity and compassion by our Extreme Weather Shelter team.

The Free Guide: A compilation of free resources including Vet services, Meals, Youth resources, Housing lists, free phones, health, dental & optical care services, Pet food & supplies, Community action boards, Storm assistance, Behavior health assistance, Addiction treatments, Sober living environments, MAT resources, Diaper banks, Youth leadership groups, Birth & postpartum services, Suicide loss survivor groups, Students in Transition resources, & Mental health crisis resources.

Just Places: Early stages of housing program. Code: 624200