Program Overview

Year-Round Shelter helps individuals, families, and/or transition age youth households experiencing homelessness find shelter and other essential services at any time of day, throughout the year. Shelter availability in Los Angeles County changes constantly and can be difficult to navigate. 211 LA serves as a trusted entry point, providing information, referrals, and transportation support so people can access shelter and services when opportunities become available.

 

Who This Program Serves

  • Individuals, families, and/or transition age youth households experiencing homelessness
  • People needing information about housing and basic needs

 

Service Area: Los Angeles County

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159,535 calls from people identifying as unhoused

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54,235 households with minor children supported

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84,937 single adults assisted

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24/7 access to shelter navigation and referrals

How People Connect to the Service

  • Individuals call 2-1-1
  • Specialists assess immediate needs and shelter options
  • Referrals are made to shelters, food programs, benefits, and housing resources
  • Transportation support is coordinated when available 
  • Coordination across year-round and seasonal programs ensures
    continuity

Funders & Partners

Year Round Shelter is funded by the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) through city and county sources.

Year-Round Shelter ensures people experiencing homelessness have a reliable place to turn, any time of year.

Year-Round Shelter - One Pager

Year-Round Shelter - One Pager

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