Helping The Homeless With The
Right People
Right Resources
Right Now
Where HOPE meets action
At HOPE Center of Orange County, we’re all about teamwork and making a real impact on homelessness. We’re a unique partnership spanning multiple cities and disciplines, all united by one mission: to provide reliable help and consistent support to those experiencing homelessness in the North Orange County Service Planning Area (SPA).
United in Purpose
We’re all about bringing together the efforts of North Orange County cities, local organizations, behavioral health practitioners, and community health workers. By working together, we’re able to plan, manage, and allocate resources more effectively, making sure help is available and appropriate for everyone who needs it.
Why this Matters
Traditional methods of addressing homelessness often miss the mark, leaving gaps that people can fall through. We’re here to fill those gaps by centralizing resources, coordinating responses, and integrating data. Together, we can make a real difference for those who need it most.
Member Spotlight
Meet Our Amazing Team
Elmer Flores
Elmer Flores has accumulated 7 years of valuable experience in the field of homeless services. His journey began as a site assistant at a homeless shelter, where he gained hands-on experience in providing support and assistance to individuals experiencing homelessness. Over time, he demonstrated dedication and proficiency in his role, allowing him to progress within the field. Through hard work and commitment, Elmer advanced to the position of Associate Manager at 2 homeless shelters located in Santa Ana and Fullerton. Elmer joined The HOPE Center February 2024 and looks forward to serving more homeless individuals in North Orange County.
When Elmer isn’t dedicating his time to assisting homeless individuals and making a positive impact in his community, he spends his time traveling and attending music festivals.
The Latest From HOPE Center OC
Articles
Homeless Fullerton Man Gets Housing Thanks to HOPE Center OC
Andrew St. Pierre had been homeless in Fullerton for over a decade. Through the assistance of HOPE Center OC’s outreach efforts, he now has his own place.
Orange County’s HOPE Center Reunites Homeless Couple with Family in Another State
Carla and Matthew, originally from Florida, faced tremendous uncertainty after exhausting their resources during a temporary stay in Orange County.
OC HOPE Center Finds Housing for Homeless Vet Located in Hospital
Peter, a homeless Veteran, was found at UCI after falling ill. OC HOPE Center, the VA and Outreach Grid, helped get him off the streets and into an apartment.
A word from our governor.
“I’m extraordinarily enthusiastic about what this state has done to seed real reforms and real strategies to support novel programs like this that are all about data… all about outcomes… creating platforms – literally and figuratively – of engagement… breaking down silos… and creating partnerships.”
– Governor Gavin Newsom
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At HOPE Center, our outreach coordinators are the 🧡 of our mission, working alongside our valued partners from Fullerton, Brea, La Habra, and County of Orange (as pictured), to transition individuals from homelessness to stability.
Their efforts ensure that when someone is ready to take that critical next step, the resources and support are already in place. This collaborative approach is what drives the impactful results we achieve, transforming lives through persistent, compassionate engagement. 🤝
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📊 At HOPE Center, our success isn’t just in the numbers—it’s in the direct engagement we have with individuals, one person at a time.
As we make contact with the same individuals over time, we build trust and help them lower the barriers they’ve put up, making them more open to the services we offer. By meeting individuals where they are, whether it’s providing shelter referrals, assisting with housing documentation, or simply having a conversation, we ensure that help is not just available, but truly accessible.
This hands-on approach is what drives the impactful results we see, turning data into real, lasting change. 🧡
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🏡🧡 At HOPE Center, finding housing for our clients is more than just a service, it’s a mission. Our process begins with understanding each individual’s unique situation through our dispatch line.
Once connected, our outreach teams provide crucial support, from shelter referrals to housing documentation assistance, ensuring that every client receives the resources they need to secure stable housing. Through our dedicated efforts and partner collaboration, we’ve helped countless individuals transition from the streets to a place they can call home.
Want to read more about our success stories? Click the link in our bio. 🔗
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☎️ Our dispatch line is the critical first step in connecting those in need with essential resources. Our dedicated dispatch team works tirelessly to manage non-emergency, homelessness-related calls, ensuring that the right help reaches those who need it most.
When community members or individuals experiencing homelessness call in, our dispatchers prioritize, assign, and resolve each situation by deploying outreach teams directly to the point of need. This approach allows us to deliver immediate support, whether it’s shelter referrals, housing assistance, or vital services—right where it’s needed. Together, we’re bridging the gap between those in need and the resources that can change their lives. 🧡
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🧡💙 At HOPE Center, we understand the importance in the engagement of communities to foster stronger public safety and quality of life for all. This is why our team is proud to have supported our public safety partner(s) last week at Placentia and Brea’s National Night Out events!
From our team, to our partners, and the community - we are the right people, with the right resources, right now. 🤝
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