Homeless Services Division

Warming Centers active 10/21/26

 40 Prado Warming Center

• 40 Prado Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
• Check-in Hours: 7:00pm-9:00pm
• Closes at 8:00am the following day
• Hours: 7:00pm to 8:00am
• Services Offered:
  • Meal
  • Clothing
  • Bed
• Kennels for pets
• For more information, call 805-544-4004
• To volunteer, email [email protected]

Morro Bay Warming Center

• 298 Atascadero Rd, Morro Bay, CA 93442 (Motel 6)
• Check-in Hours: 7:00pm-9:00pm
• Services Offered:
  • Meal
  • Clothing
  • Bed
• For more information, call 805-544-4004
• To volunteer, email [email protected]

 5CHC Warming Center

• 1023 E Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93433
• Check-in Hours: 5:30-8:00pm
• Hours: 5:30pm-7:00am
• Services Offered:
  • Meal
  • Clothing
  • Bed
• Room for pets vaccinated pets
• Transportation to and from:
  • 5:20 p.m. The Duck Pond in Oceano
  • 5:30 p.m. Fin's Restaurant in GB
  • 5:40 p.m. Pismo Outlets
  • 5:50 p.m. Ramona Park
  • Arrive 5CHC Warming Center at 6:10 PM
  • Depart at 7:00am from warming center
• For more information, call 805-295-1501
• To volunteer, email [email protected] 

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.

The Homeless Services Division was established within the Department of Social Services on August 9, 2022, following the approval of the San Luis Obispo Countywide Plan to Address Homelessness by the Board of Supervisors. Full staffing and operational capacity is expected during the summer of 2023.

San Luis Obispo Countywide Plan to Address Homelessness

On August 9, 2022, the County Board of Supervisors approved a plan to curb homelessness by 50% in 5 years. The plan represents months of collaboration and input from those affected by homelessness in San Luis Obispo County, including the public, various agencies, non-profits, and other community stakeholders.

Related documents and updates:

• San Luis Obispo Countywide Plan to Address Homelessness
• 2025 Year End Status Report
• 2024 Year End Status Report
• 2023 Year-End Status Report
• Homeless Services Division Report to the Board of Supervisors, May 21, 2024

For Those Facing Housing Insecurity

If you or someone you know are currently without housing or at risk of becoming homeless, please see the Get Help page.

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Public Notices

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO 2027 ACTION PLAN NOTICE OF FUNDING AVAILABILITY
 

The County of San Luis Obispo Department of Social Services, Homeless Services Division, announces the release of the 2027 Action Plan Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA). 

Application Portal Opening
The Neighborly Software Portal will open for submissions starting on Monday, September 28, 2026.

Available Funding
A full list of available grant programs and eligible uses is provided in the NOFA. Applicants are encouraged to review all requirements and activity descriptions on the website prior to submitting an application.

Eligible Applicants
Eligible entities include:

• Private nonprofit organizations
• Private for profit organizations (economic development activities only)
• Governmental agencies (including public housing authorities and special districts)
• Units of general local government participating in the Urban County program

Application Submittal
Applications are accepted electronically via Neighborly Software only.
New users must first register their account before accessing the participant portal.  
Applicants can access the application portal at Neighborly Website. 
Applicants can access the Neighborly Software Participant User Guide from the Grants Management (Neighborly) link from the directory of the Homeless Services Division website.

For more information, contact Homeless Services Division via email at [email protected]


2027 ACTION PLAN NOFA WORKSHOP

Thank you for attending the workshop session. Presentation Slides


2027 Community Development Needs Assessment Hearing

A hearing will be held to present the 2027 CDNA survey results and funding priorities to the County of San Luis Obispo Board of Supervisors on December 8, 2026.

Survey results will help inform the County's 2027 Annual Action Plan, which outlines how federal housing and community development funds are allocated from three U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) programs:

• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) – supports affordable housing, public facilities, public services, and neighborhood improvements. 
• HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) – supports the development and preservation of affordable housing. 
• Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) – supports emergency shelter, homelessness prevention, rapid rehousing, and street outreach.

The 2027 Notice of Funding Availability for HUD grant funds and County General Fund Support was released on September 28, 2026.