FRANCIS HOUSE CENTER
Dear Community Partners and Clients,
We want to inform you that Francis House Center will be pausing operations effective June 24th until further notice as Next Move transitions operations of the Center to a new manager.
This pause is part of a planned transition process. We understand that this change may impact individuals and organizations who work with and rely on Francis House Center services, and we appreciate your patience during this period.
Additional information regarding the resumption of services and future operations will be shared as it becomes available. In the meantime, 211 will have information on further resources in the community.
Thank you for your understanding and continued partnership.
In Community,
Francis House Center / Next Move
For more than 45 years, Francis House Center has served as a beacon of light and hope to the most vulnerable among us. It is a place where people are treated with dignity as they arrive seeking help for some of the most basic needs.
We strive to provide the resources, support, and inspiration to help individuals and families transform their lives from living in crisis to having long-term stability. Francis House Center is the front door to Next Move’s programs, services, and housing solutions for individuals and families seeking help and support in ending their homelessness.
Direct Services:
Bus Passes:
Each client can receive (1) daily bus pass during a seven day period with validated proof of appointment.
Clothing Donation Center:
Clients can select garments or items six times during a six month period.
Hygiene Kits:
Clients can receive a kit with basic necessities, including soap, shampoo, toothbrushes, lotion, razors, and feminine hygiene items twice each month (as available).
Breakfast:
Every Tuesday hot breakfast is provided at 10am.
Resource Coaching:
Clients can schedule a one-on-one meeting with a resource coach, to set goals and identify detailed resources for receiving assistance and planning their next life steps.
Diversion Program:
Assistance for low-income families with utilities, first month’s rent, eviction avoidance (please ask a resource specialist at Francis House to determine eligibility).
California Identification:
The full cost for a California identification through the Department of Motor Vehicles is $35. Clients can receive a DMV Identification voucher for $8 during our regular lobby hours.
To quality, applicants must currently receive public benefits and provide one of the following: Cal-Fresh/EBT card, Medi-Cal card, Cal-Works card, Notice of Action of Benefits, D.H.A. printout, SSI award/benefit letter, or release paperwork from a county or state correctional facility.
Diversion Support:
If you are a family at risk of losing your housing, please visit us in person at 1422 C St. during our hours of operation.
