Ocean Park Community Center

1453 16th Street
Santa Monica, CA - 90404
(310) 264-6646

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Hours

Monday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Thursday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Friday 8:30 am - 5 pm

Last-Modified: 2023-09-05 01:58:17

At OPCC, they link clients with permanent supportive housing, interim and emergency housing. They provide ongoing supportive services to ensure the individual retains his or her housing. The vast majority of OPCC clients suffer from a combination of mental health and physical disabilities. Hours Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5 pm

Mission Statement: The People Concern is one of Los Angeles County’s largest nonprofit social service agencies. We strive to end homelessness by providing care and support for those experiencing it, through outreach, housing, mental and medical health care, substance use services, domestic violence services, life skills & wellness programs and income assistance. Since 1963, we have been the leaders in our field. Our staff, volunteers and those we serve all work together to address the effects of homelessness, poverty, mental and physical illness, abuse and addiction. We work to educate the broader community about these issues and improve public policy. The People Concern is a family – one dedicated to a community where everyone, regardless of the struggles they are overcoming, is housed, healthy and safe.

Important Top Tips Before Applying

If you Interested in applying to Ocean Park Community Center, we recommend that you call them and find out some answers to some or all of the below questions:

What type of housing do you offer? Is it shared or private housing? Is it furnished or unfurnished?
What are the length of stay requirements? How long can I stay in the program?
What kind of support services do you offer? Do you offer job training, case management, or other support services to help me achieve permanent housing and self-sufficiency?
What are the rules and policies? Are there any rules or policies that I need to be aware of, such as curfews, visitor restrictions, or substance abuse policies?
What is the cost of the program? Is there a monthly fee? Are there any other costs associated with the program?
Is the program accredited or licensed? This will help ensure that the program meets certain standards of quality.

In addition to these general questions, you may also want to ask more specific questions about the program, such as:

What is the staff-to-resident ratio? This will give you an idea of how much support you can expect from staff.
What is the success rate of the program? How many residents have gone on to achieve permanent housing and self-sufficiency?
What are the cultural competency practices of the program? Is the program staffed by people who are culturally competent and able to meet the needs of a diverse range of residents?
How does the program ensure the safety and security of residents? What safety measures are in place?
What is the process for resolving disputes? Is there a clear and fair process for resolving disputes between residents and staff?

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Comments

2020-01-17 20:01:00

Hello. I understand you have a toiletry donation program and I have toiletries to donate. Can I bring them tomorrow (Saturday 1/18/2020) to OPCC? I am not sure where to go.

2020-02-03 10:57:26

I have been living with my family a couple blocks away , on 19th, for the last 4 years. I am getting evicted with two small children. My wife works full time at McDonalds , but we can't pay the $4400. in rent and our credit isn't good enough to rent a cheaper place. My Bladder is failing and I need an operation as well I am suffering from depression. Please help me keep a roof over my kids . They are both in Santa Monica Public school.

2021-05-14 10:06:22

I am looking for transition housing.

2021-08-26 15:04:55

Please call me back when you get a chance

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