Basic Needs & Immediate Support

  • Drop-In Center Access

    Our drop-in center provides a safe and welcoming space where clients can stabilize their day-to-day lives while receiving guidance and resources to move forward. We focus on addressing immediate necessities and connecting clients to long-term support, helping them maintain reliable, safe, and stable living conditions.

    What You Get

    • Safe, welcoming space open Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm

    • Hot meals, clothing, hygiene products, and transportation assistance

    • Housing referrals and personalized case management

    • Guidance to stabilize daily life and connect with long-term support

    Locations

    Los Angeles HQ – Full drop-in services + South LA Youth Center

    Claremont – Youth-focused drop-in center, prevention workshops, community engagement

    San Bernardino – Youth-focused drop-in center

  • Life Skills Programs

    Our Life Skills programs are designed to empower youth with the practical tools they need to navigate life confidently and independently. With these programs, youth strengthen their ability to make informed decisions and build a solid foundation for long-term success in both personal and professional areas of life.

    What You Learn

    • Workshops designed to build confidence and independence:

    • Financial literacy & budgeting

    • Job readiness & employment prep

    • Communication & emotional resilience

    • Health, wellness & time management

    • Problem-solving & goal setting

    Locations

    Los Angeles HQ – Workshops offered through Drop-In Center & Youth Programs

    Apple Valley – Life skills built into Transitional Living Program (TLP)

    San Bernardino – Outreach workshops on prevention & reentry

  • Case Management Support

    Every client is paired with a case manager who offers an initial assessment, creates an individualized plan, and connects them with housing navigation, employment support, education opportunities, health services, and community resources. This process ensures that immediate needs are met while building a foundation for future independence.

    How It Works

    • One-on-one guidance tailored to each client’s needs

    • Helps navigate housing, employment, education, and reentry support

    • Connects clients with mental health care, legal support, and community resources

    • Provides both immediate help and long-term planning

    Locations

    Los Angeles HQ – Core case management & reentry services

    Claremont – Case management for youth at risk of homelessness/trafficking

    Apple Valley – Trauma-informed care + case management in TLP housing

    San Bernardino – Case management focused on reentry & prevention