Warming Centers Open 12/04/2025
ECHO Warming Center

1134 Black Oak Drive, Paso Robles CA 93446

  • Check-in Hours: 4:30-5:30pm
  • Closes at 7:00 am the following day
  • Hours: 6:00pm-7:00am
  • Services Offered:
    • Meal
    • Clothing
    • Bed
    • Service Dogs Only

For more information call 805-462-3663


Important Notice About CalFresh Benefits

CalFresh benefits for November 2025 have been fully restored in California.

The federal government has reopened; funding is again available and new applications for CalFresh are being processed for eligibility.

Updates are also available from the California Department of Social Services website at cdss.ca.gov including the page Frequently Asked Questions.

Looking for Immediate Food Assistance?

You can find nearby food resources using the SLO Food Bank’s Food Resources Map at findfoodslo.org or by calling 805-238-4664.

Additional resources are available for residents through the United Way of San Luis Obispo County Helpline.

Call 2-1-1

Text your ZIP code to 898-211

Visit 211slo.org

The County of San Luis Obispo Department of Social Services provides public services that promote self-sufficiency, health and well-being.  These programs help ensure the protection of children, the elderly and dependent adults, and provide a safety net for individuals and families who need assistance with basic necessities, such as food, housing and health care.

Mission

We partner with the community to enhance self-sufficiency while ensuring that safety and basic human needs are met for the people of San Luis Obispo County.

Vision

A responsible and caring community:  Safe, Resilient, and Healthy

Guiding Principles

  • We strive to eliminate poverty and abuse
  • We believe all people have strengths
  • We work together to assist in removing barriers and finding solutions
  • We strive to meet the unique needs of each community, family, and individual
  • We commit to fairness and equity