HOUSING OUR YOUTH

CONNECTING YOUNG PEOPLE to safe, stable housing and caring support across San Diego County

WHO WE SUPPORT

Housing Our Youth is a countywide program that connects young people up to age 24 to safe, stable housing and caring support.

If you don’t have a safe place to stay or think you might lose your housing soon, we’re here for you. Whether you’re on your own, couch surfing, or staying in a shelter, our team will walk with you to find what you need and plan your next step.

We work together with partners across San Diego County to make it easier to find housing, meet basic needs, and move toward your goals.

What We Offer

We focus on what you need right now, and what you want for your future. Together, we’ll look at options that may include:

  • Safe places to stay
    Emergency or longer-term housing options.

  • Housing navigation
    Find and apply for housing with a navigator.

  • Basic needs
    Food, showers, laundry, mail, hygiene items.

  • Money & life skills
    Budgeting, saving, and goal-setting.

  • Parenting & child care
    Guidance and child care navigation.

  • Connections to community resources
    Mental health, education, and job services.

You don’t have to figure it out alone. We’ll take it one step at a time.

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER YOU REACH OUT

1. WE GET IN TOUCH

A Housing Navigator will reach out to learn what’s going on and what you need most.

case manager budgeting with client

2. We MAKE A PLAN TOGETHER

We’ll look at housing options and other supports that fit your situation.

3. YOU STAY SUPPORTED

We’ll keep checking in to make sure you have what you need.

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR IMPACT

LET'S TALK ABOUT HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU

It’s okay if you’re not sure what to ask for. You just need to take the first step.

You are not alone. There are people who care and want you to be safe. No matter what your situation looks like today, we’ll help you find the next step forward.

Youth & Family
Ready to Join?

We have family membership options that include either one or two adults with children 17 and under.

Seniors
Adults
Ready to Join?

The YMCA of San Diego County offers programs to adults of all ages and types.

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Health & Wellness
Community Services
Overview

At the Y we have Community Resources that are based on community need to connect you with information, support, assistance, and resources.