If you are seeking help, our Homeless Services Guide help you connect with the right government agencies and nonprofits. Visit the Homeless Services Guide page for a digital version or download a copy below.

• English Guide
• Guia en español
• Tài liệu hướng dẫn bằng tiếng Việt

Santa Clara County Here4You - If you're in immediate need of shelter please contact the County's Here4You hotline at 408-385-2400 - 9 am - 7 pm

Overnight Warming Locations

Overnight Warming Locations (OWLs) are open every night from December 1 through April 31, ensuring our unhoused residents have safe places to sleep during the coldest months. OWL beds are available by referral only. This is part of San José's plan to engage with our homeless residents, provide opportunities for shelter, and offer supportive services. Pets are allowed too. During the winter of 2025-26, OWLs will operate at the Evergreen Branch Library and Roosevelt Community Center.

Homeward bound

Homeward Bound is a program that helps unhoused individuals stabilize their lives by reconnecting them with family or friends who can provide housing and support. It is one of many supportive services available to our unhoused residents. Individuals who wish to participate will go through a process to confirm their eligibility. If they are eligible, the City will provide a train and bus ticket to their destination. Anyone interested in this program should contact City staff at homewardbound@sanjoseca.gov.

You can read more about the program in Chinese, English, Spanish and Vietnamese.

Emergency and Interim Housing

The City of San José operates seven emergency interim housing (EIH) sites, and several other emergency or interim housing housing sites. Learn more about Interim Housing Communities.

Safe parking

The City of San José contracts with service providers to operate two safe parking sites -- one at the Santa Teresa light rail station, and one on Berryessa Road in north San José. Safe parking provides security for participants, and it helps connect participants with supportive services, including employment search assistance and housing locator assistance.

Click here to see frequently asked questions and answers about the City's safe parking sites.

Showers and Laundry

The City partners with WeHOPE, which operates Dignity on Wheels Program. It provides mobile showers and laundry service. To see their schedule or for more information about the program, visit wehope.org/dow-schedule or please call 650-779-5065 or send an email to info@dignityonwheels.org.

Healthcare Options

Visit the Valley Homeless Healthcare Program website for information about their mobile medical vans, health clinics, and other health oriented resources. You can also call them at 408-885-5000.

LGBTQ+ Homelessness assistance

LGBTQ youth, including those without a home, can receive support through San Jose Youth Space, or the Bill Wilson Center.

FOOD RESOURCES

Second Harvest Food Bank has many resources, so you and anyone in need can get food as needed.  To find food in your area please use the Second Harvest of Silicon Valley page.

You can also call the Second Harvest Food Connection team at  1-800-984-3663.

EVICTION HELP

Tenants and landlords who have questions about the eviction process may contact Housing Department staff with questions or visit our Eviction Help Center page. You can also call 408-975-4444 or email evictionhelp@sanjoseca.gov. 

Hosting Supportive Parking on Private Lots

If your organization is interested in providing supportive parking, the Housing Department can offer guidance on what is needed to demonstrate compliance with the City’s ordinance.

• Learn what the requirements are and apply with our Registration Packet.
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  • Gói đăng ký

The free registration process is fast and simple. Any organization interested in creating a safe parking area should contact the City’s Housing Department at safe.parking@sanjoseca.gov.