Local resources for people experiencing homelessness focus on immediate needs and include shelters through a faith-based collaborative, hot meals and food pantries. Our primary goal is to link people with comprehensive services that can address complex challenges and move individuals out of homelessness. 

2-1-1 Countywide Resource and Referral Line

Call 2-1-1 or text "211211" day or night and a live operator will help to connect you with local social service resources.

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Please say no to panhandlers.

It's natural to want to help, but giving to panhandlers keeps them from connecting with services and may contribute to a continued life on the streets.

Moving out of homeless takes integrated support and resources; by supporting long-term solutions, you can help make a difference.

Say yes to charity, no to panhandling because:

• It keeps people from connecting with available resources

• It may be supporting drug or alcohol addition
• It creates friction with local businesses
• It takes the focus off lasting solutions
• It encourages more panhandling
• It further isolates individuals experiencing homelessness

If you see or experience a dangerous situation, please call 9-1-1.

To report an individual in need of help, contact:

Senior Deputy Danny Lopez
(805) 796-5251
danny.lopez@ventura.org

Deputy Tom Fuchs
(805) 947-8267
thomas.fuchs@ventura.org

or call the Sheriff's non-emergency line (805) 654-9511

For issues on or impacting City property, you can submit a concern to the City online and we will follow up with you.

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