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The Challenge
Homelessness has become an increasing problem in the Nation, State, Riverside County and here in the City of Corona. Through cooperation among city staff, volunteers, nonprofit and private organizations to address homelessness, Corona can make positive changes in the lives of the homeless, while also respecting the rights of home and business owners.
- At a Study Session held on January 23, 2019 Corona City Council Members created the 2019 Homelessness Resources Committee. Click here to watch the video from the Study Session. The Homelessness Resources Committee began meeting monthly immediately thereafter.
- On Monday, March 11, the Homelessness Resources Committee met with stakeholders, local non-profits, faith-based organizations and community volunteers to perform a SWOT Analysis and Asset Mapping Exercise facilitated by Dr. Debra Mustain from Norco College. The presentation is available here.
- On April 5, the City of Corona launched a "Homeless Outreach" Data Dashboard to display current statistics, resources, and outreach efforts. The page houses information on the current number of homeless neighbors, provides a snapshot of homelessness forms, and showcases outreach engagements to date. Click here to explore the Data Dashboard.
- On May 22, 2019 Corona City Council Members held a 2nd study session to update and discuss homelessness in Corona and provide direction to staff. Click here to watch the video from the study session.
- On December 11, 2019, the Homelessness Resources Committee met with stakeholders and community members to discuss options for an Inclement Weather Shelter, the Homeless Strategic Plan components and timeline, and the January 29, 2020 Count of the Homeless. Click here to view meeting details.
The Homelessness Resources Committee meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 3 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room on the 1st Floor at Corona City Hall, 400 South Vicentia Avenue.
Click here to view upcoming Homelessness Resources Committee Meetings »
Creating Solutions
City Net
City Net is a team of nonprofit professionals who work to end street-level homelessness in a city or region through the coordination of community efforts and activities.
In many cases, City Net is contracted by cities and regions to lead multi-sector homeless collaboratives, which unite city and county agencies, law enforcement, non-profit organizations, businesses, advocacy groups, concerned citizens and the faith community in a singular effort to address and end homelessness in the community. The coordination of care among these groups results in shared goals and successes greater than the sum of the individual parts.
When local needs require it, City Net also deploys staff in direct service provision through street outreach and case management services. Street outreach seeks to connect unsheltered homeless neighbors with emergency shelter, housing, or critical services, and providing urgent, non-facility-based care. These activities are intended to help homeless neighbors obtain appropriate supportive services, including permanent housing, medical health treatment, mental health treatment, counseling, supervision, and other services essential for achieving independent living; housing stability case management; and other Federal, State, local, or private assistance available to assist the program participant in obtaining housing stability.
City Net also works to mobilize community resources, including meals, volunteers, donations and advocacy, to coordinate care in emergency shelters, parks, and other public areas where homeless neighbors live. These efforts seek to reduce wasteful duplication and fill missing gaps in the continuum of care, with the long-term goal of ending homelessness by providing homeless neighbors a stable context in which their emergency needs are met, so they can work on long-term housing plans. Community interest? Email getinvolved@citynet.org or go to the Contact Us link on the City Net website at www.citynet.org/corona.
There are many ways to support efforts within Corona. One way you can support is through monetary donations, which will be directly used to meet the needs of our Corona clients and support their housing plan. Funds will be used for things like; $5 one-day bus passes, gift cards to food establishments and grocery stores, documentation fees, and housing program fees. To donate, please visit our website at www.citynet.org/corona
CONTACT CITY NET AT 951-390-3567 OR AT OUTREACH@CITYNET.ORG
VIEW CITY NET HOMELESS REPORTS:
November 2019 - City Net Homeless Services Dashboard Report
October 2019 - City Net Homeless Services Dashboard Report
September 2019 - City Net Homeless Services Dashboard Report
August 2019 - City Net Homeless Services Dashboard Report
July 2019 - City Net Homeless Services Dashboard Report
June 2019 - City Net Homeless Services Dashboard Report
May 2019 - City Net Homeless Services Dashboard Report
April 2019 - City Net Homeless Services Dashboard Report
March 2019 – City Net Homeless Services Dashboard Report
February 2019 – City Net Homeless Services Dashboard Report
January 2019 – City Net Homeless Services Dashboard Report
December 2018 – City Net Homeless Services Dashboard Report
CALIFORNIA CONTINUUM OF CARE HANDOUTS
Comparison of 2017 and 2019 Homeless Counts
Corona Police Department (H.O.P.E.) Team
The primary duties of the Homeless Outreach & Psychological Evaluation (H.O.P.E.) team are to be the first responders and primary contact on calls-for-service involving the homeless and the mentally ill. The team also proactively seeks out and contacts people who are homeless and who are in need of services. The team utilizes a balance of support resources as well as enforcement to ensure a good quality-of-life for our community as well as a better quality-of-life for the homeless individuals themselves.
The H.O.P.E. Team members are Officer Jeremy Hartman and Officer Brandon Walker. They report directly to Lieutenant Jim Auck, 951-736-2421.
CONTACT THE H.O.P.E. TEAM AT 951-817-5737
HOMELESSNESS ResourceS |
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Click here to view a complete downloadable Homeless Resources Information Card or Scroll Below!Click here to view a list of Affordable and Senior Housing!
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Corona Community Health Center2813 S. Main St. Corona, CA The health center offers a variety of services including physical examinations, preventative care, chronic disease management, and more. You may qualify for low-cost or no-cost services!
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Corona-Norco Settlement House507 S. Vicentia Ave. Corona, CA 92882 951-737-3504 The Corona-Norco Settlement house provides food, clothing, hotel vouchers, and rent assistance. The Food Pantry is open Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. |
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Corona Norco Rescue Mission420 Harrison St., Corona, CA 92880 951-493-2091 The Corona Norco Rescue Mission provides food, a shelter for qualified applicants, and programs to get you back on your own. This shelter provides support including healthcare, food, clothing, shelter, housing, and other services. The shelter is for single women, single parents, and married couples with children. Photo ID is required for adults. Stay up to 24 months. Must be interviewed and accepted. |
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Corona-Norco United Way815 W. 6th Street, Suites 200-205, Corona, CA 92882951-736-0620 www.cnunitedway.org Corona-Norco and Eastvale United Way provides domestic violence assistance, financial independence training, and programs for adults who would like to attain their General Education Diploma (GED). |
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Inspire Life Skills815 W. Sixth Street, Suite 160, Corona CA 92882951-316-0011 Inspire Life Skills provides a safety net for emancipated foster youth while they transition into young adults. Inspire Life Skills helps break the cycle of abuse and poverty of their past while helping students earn a vocational certificate or degree. |
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Starting Over, Inc.1390 W. Sixth St. Suite 100, Corona, CA 92882877-421-0659 www.startingoverinc.net Starting Over Inc. specializes in transitional housing, community services, community health services, post-conviction relief, community living services, and more. |
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Vets Connect Resource Center at Corona Public Library
650 S. Main Street, Corona, CA 92882 Visit the Veteran Resource Center at Corona Public Library to learn about state and federal education, employment, housing, health, disability and other benefits that may be available. |
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YMCA1331 River Rd, Corona, CA 92880 951-736-9622 https://ymcacornor.org |
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211 Riverside County2060 University Ave # 212, Riverside, CA 92507 2-1-1 or 951-686-4402www.ConnectRiverside.org |
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Path of Life – Community Shelter Program2840 Hulen Place, Riverside, CA 92507 951-462-9822 Path of Life is a non-profit service agency committed to meeting the needs of the community by serving the greater Riverside area’s homeless, challenged youth and family population. The City of Corona contracts shelter beds with Path of Life. |
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Path of Life – Family Shelter2530 Third St, Riverside, CA 92507 951-275-8755 Path of Life is a non-profit service agency committed to meeting the needs of the community by serving the greater Riverside area’s homeless, challenged youth and family population. The City of Corona contracts shelter beds with Path of Life. |
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Social Security Administration7880 Mission Grove Parkway, Riverside, CA 92508800-772-1213 www.ssa.gov |
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Alternative to Domestic Abuse951-683-0829www.thehotline.org |
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Corona Regional Medical Center951-737-4343www.coronaregional.com |
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County of Riverside Housing Authority951-351-0700www.harivco.org |
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Riverside County Department of Public Social Services951-358-3000http://dpss.co.riverside.ca.us |
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U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs: Homeless Veterans877-424-3838https://www.va.gov/homeless |
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National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-7233https://www.thehotline.org |
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Riverside Area Rape Crisis Center951-686-7273https://rarcc.org |
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Riverside County Substance Abuse951-737-2962https://www.rcdmh.org/Substance-Use-Programs |
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Suicide Prevention HELP Line951-686-HELPhttps://suicidepreventionlifeline.org |
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U.S. VETS951-656-6893https://www.usvetsinc.org |
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Click here to view a complete downloadable Homeless Resources Information Card |