22% of students reported being homeless in the last year. 40% of students report facing food insecurity. You don't have to work through this alone. We have a lot of resources both on and off campus to help. Check out the Student Services homepage and the compilation of resources below for more information. In addition, if you have concerns regarding temporary homelessness, housing insecurity, and food resources, fill out this just complete the Housing & Food Resource Form--pantry and support resources are available!

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HOT MEALS:

Elm Street Mission: Food served for free on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings to anyone in need. Doors close at 5:30 pm. Best breakfast in town on Wednesday mornings. 117 Elm St. in Santa Cruz. (831) 420-0543.
St. Francis Soup Kitchen: Serves lunch at noon five days a week. 205 Mora St., behind San Lorenzo Lumber on River Street in Santa Cruz. (831) 459-6712.
River Street Shelter:Breakfast begins at 8 am and the meal usually includes hot and cold cereal, pancakes, and eggs. An early dinner is served at 3:30 pm for any families with children, and for people taking advantage of the overnight program offered by some local churches. Dinner for the general public is served at 5 pm. 115C Coral St. in Santa Cruz. (831) 459-6644.
Pajaro Valley Loaves and Fishes, Inc: 1 Provides a free hot lunch every weekday. 50 2nd St in Watsonville. (831) 722-4144.
The Salvation Army Watsonville Corp: Offers a free hot meal daily to anyone in needas funds allow. 214 Union St. in Watsonville. (831) 724-3922.

FOOD RESOURCES:

CalFresh (Food Stamp) Applications: A county worker is at Cabrillo in the Student Resource and Support Network, SAC West, every Tuesday 12:30 to 3:00 pm to help fill out and submit applications. (831) 479-6344.
Twin Lakes Church: Provides a weekly food pantry on Wednesdays at 3:30 pm. 2701 Cabrillo College Dr. in Aptos, across the street from Cabrillo. (831) 566-3791.
St. Vincent de Paul Society of Santa Cruz: Operates food pantries in various cities within Santa Cruz County. 210 High Street in Santa Cruz. (831) 423-0878.
Calvary Episcopal Church: Offers food pantries and clothing for those who are in need. 532 Center Street in Santa Cruz. (831) 423-8787.
Familia Center and Beach Flats Community Center: A community resource center offering a wide range of services to Latino families. Food pantry every 2nd and 4th Wednesday from 3-5 pm. 133 Leibrandt Ave. in Santa Cruz. (831) 426-2322.
The Salvation Army Watsonville Corps: Offers food bag distribution and assistance with rent, utility bills and clothing as funds allow. 214 Union St. in Watsonville. (831) 724-3922.
Community Bridges La Mazana Community Resources: Food pantry on 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. 521 Main St. in Watsonville. (831) 724-2997.
Pajaro Valley Loaves and Fishes, Inc: Offers free bags of groceries for those in need. Also offers information and referral for financial help, shelters and other basic needs. 150 2nd St in Watsonville. (831) 722-4144.
Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz County: Operates food distribution of produce and non-perishable food items at 100 location countywide. 800 Ohlone Pkwy in Watsonville. (831) 722-7110.
Mountain Community Resources: A family resource center offering a variety of services to the community. Food pantry gives out food on the 2nd Thursday of the month from 11:00 am to noon, and on the 3rd and 4th Thursday of the month from 10:00 to 11:00 am. 6134 Hwy. 9 in Felton. (831) 335-6600.
Valley Chruches United: Provides emergency food pantry, USDA commodities surplus food and food vouchers, emergency rental, mortgage and utility assistance, gas money, bus passes and medical and dental assistance when funds are available. Food pantry hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00 am to 12:00 pm; Fridays: 9:00 to 11:00 am; Saturdays: 10:00 am to 12:00 PM. 9430 Love Creek Rd. in Ben Lomond. (831) 336-8258.
Food Hotline: Find food pantry locations near you. (831) 662-0991.

SHOWERS:

St. Francis Soup Kitchen: Showers are offered Monday through Friday 11:30 am and 1 pm. Clothing is offered Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. 205 Mora St., behind San Lorenzo Lumber on River Street in Santa Cruz. (831) 459-6712.
Homeless Services Center: Offers use of phones, shower, mail services and drop in meals, among other services. 115A Coral St. in Santa Cruz.

HOUSING:

Hints on finding housing in Santa Cruz County
Housing Authority of Santa Cruz: provides affordable housing to thousands of low income individuals and families. 2160 41st Ave. in Capitola. (831) 454-9455.
Encompass Community Services River Street Shelter: Provides a 32 bed temporary homeless shelter. Shelter guests receive breakfast and dinner. 115C Coral St. in Santa Cruz. (831) 459-6644.
Homeless Services Center: Provides emergency shelter to families with children. (831) 458-6020.
Jesus, Mary and Joseph Home: Offers temporary shelter for women and children for up to one year. www.scshelter.org (831) 459-8046.
The Salvation Army Watsonville Corps: Offers a six month transitional housing program for women and children and supportive housing for women transitioning out of rehabilitation or aftercare program. 214 Union St. in Watsonville. (831) 724-3922.
Pajaro Rescue Mission: Provides a homeless shelter for men and women. 111 Railroad Ave. in Watsonville. (831) 724-9576.
Pajaro Valley Shelter Services (PVSS): Provides emergency shelter for homeless women and children, transitional housing for homeless families. 115 Brennan Street in Watsonville. (831) 728-5649.

RENTAL OR UTILITY BILL ASSISTANCE:

Families in Transition: Provides transitional housing for homeless families with children. Also offers a one-time rental payment assistance to prevent eviction or obtain housing. 700 Frederick St. #301 in Santa Cruz. (831) 458-7124.
Community Action Board: The Shelter Project: Provides rental assistance to low income, homeless individuals, and those facing eviction. Motel vouchers may be available for homeless families and/or individuals who are encountering emergeny medical situations which threaten their life and./or safety. 406 Main St. Suite 207 in Watsonville. (831) 763-2147.
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Monterey: Provides assistance with basic needs such as rent payment assistance, utility shutoff including gas, electric and water and assistance with CalFresh (Food Stamp) applications. 610 Frederick St. in Santa Cruz. (831) 431-6939.
Santa Cruz Aids Project (SCAP): Provides care, advocacy and support for individuals infected and affected by HIV, including emergency funds for housing and utility needs. 542 Ocean St. in Santa Cruz. (831) 427-3900.
St. Vincent de Paul Society of Santa Cruz: Provides emergency assistance for rent and utility bills and medical prescriptions. 210 High St. in Santa Cruz. (831) 423-0878
Salvation Army Santa Cruz Community Center: Provides utility bill payment assistance, foo d pantry, tutoring and clothing. 721 Laurel St. in Santa cRUZ. (831) 426-8365.
Central Coast Energy Services, Inc: Offers various programs for low income households, including utility bill payment assistance, HEAP, a weatherization program, and consumer education and advocacy. 135 Aviation Way #7 in Watsonville. (831) 761-7080.
Community Bridges La Manzana: Offers a range of services to the community including utility bill payment, application assistance, and referrals to organizations that can help with other needs. 521 Main St. #Y in Watsonville. (831) 724-2997.

HEALTHCARE:

Special funding is available for medical care for homeless adults and children at the following locations (please call to make same day or next day appointments):
- Coral Street Clinic: 115A Coral St. in Santa Cruz. (831) 454-2080.
- SC Emeline Health Center: 1090 Emeline Ave in Santa Cruz. (831) 454-4100.
- Watsonville Crestview Health Center: 9 Crestview in Watsonville. (831) 763-8400.
- SC Women's Health Center: 250 Locust St. in Santa Cruz. (831) 427-3500.
- Planned Parenthood: 1119 Pacific Ave in Santa Cruz. (831) 426-5550.
- Planned Parenthood: 40 Penny Lane in Watsonville. (831) 724-7525.
- Oral Health Care: 1830 Commercial Way in Santa Cruz. (831) 464-5409.