- 211 Santa Barbara County
Dial 2-1-1 to get connected to a specialist for personalized assistance. Free, Confidential, 24/7. Available in multiple languages. If out of the area or unable to connect, try 800-400-1572.
- City of Santa Barbara Homeless Initiatives
Local resources for individuals, families, veterans, and youth.
- Santa Barbara Public Library Community Connections
Community members can obtain assistance in identifying vital community resources to meet their needs, with a focus on housing, health, nutrition, employment, and education.
- The Santa Barbara County Affordable Housing Resource Guide 2022
Explore the local agencies and supportive services providers listed in this guide to
discover resources that will assist in the search for housing.
- PATH - People Assisting the Homeless
PATH is an interim housing program serving homeless individual men and women. PATH provides access to 100 beds year round for referrals from partner agencies.
- Unity Shop Programs
Provides food, clothing, and other resources. Applicants will need photo Identification, verification of income, rent receipt, and proof of address.
Call: (805) 965-4122 or (800) 252-8542 Toll Free.
Email: referrals@unityshoppe.org
Visit: 1401 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 12 PM – 5:00 PM
Visit the SBCC EOPS office for on-campus help getting a referral for this program.
- New Beginnings Safe Parking Program
We provide confidential, daily-monitored parking places for those who are living in their vehicles because they do not have sufficient income to provide for their basic need of affordable housing.
- Anti-Defamation League
The Anti-Defamation League’s Santa Barbara/Tri-Counties Office serves Santa Barbara, Ventura and San Luis Obispo Counties, combating all forms of hatred and bigotry. We handle victim complaints of all forms of discrimination.
