Housing Matters - Santa Cruz, California

Housing Matters is a non-profit organization located at 115B Coral St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. Their phone number is 8314586020 and their website is housingmatterssc.org. The organization specializes in providing housing assistance and support services to those in need.

Specialties: Non-profit organization

Other points of interest: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Clothing

Opinions: This company has 116 reviews on Google My Business with an average opinion of 3.7/5.

Housing Matters aims to address the housing crisis in Santa Cruz by offering a range of services to help individuals and families find and maintain stable housing. Their programs include emergency shelter, transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing, as well as case management, life skills training, and assistance with finding employment and other resources.

The organization also works to raise awareness about the need for affordable housing in the community and advocates for policies and initiatives that promote housing stability. Housing Matters collaborates with local partners, including government agencies, non-profits, and businesses, to develop and implement innovative solutions to the housing crisis.

In addition to their housing programs, Housing Matters operates a clothing bank that provides basic necessities to those in need. The clothing bank offers a variety of items, including clothing, shoes, and personal hygiene products, free of charge to those who qualify.

Housing Matters is committed to serving all members of the community with dignity and respect, regardless of their background or circumstances. The organization's staff and volunteers work tirelessly to help individuals and families overcome the challenges of homelessness and housing instability, providing them with the support and resources they need to thrive.

If you or someone you know is facing housing instability, Housing Matters is here to help. Visit their website or contact them directly to learn more about their services and how you can get involved.

👍 Reviews of Housing Matters

Cry F.

1/5

*Update: NOTHING has changed! And it most likely will never change! Nobody wants to be the only one pointing fingers, so they just keep their mouth's shut.*
I wish I could give a ZERO star rating. This place is a flipping joke! Most of the security people are decent, but a good few of them are power hungry uppity-ups. The Day Services employees either HATE anyone who needs the services, or they HATE their job, or they HATE themselves for doing their job. The employees are given explicit instructions on exactly how to NOT give assistance to the Day Services clientele, but without it seeming like they're NOT helping! It's really very DISTURBING, DISGUSTING, and DEPLORABLE!! Not to mention DEGRADING and DISHONEST!!! Most of the Day Services employees are pocketing almost ALL of the good or decent donations before any of the clients even have a chance to ask for any of it! This place and the higher up are just wrong and the BS needs to be STOPPED!!! IMMEDIATELY!!!

Amanda S.

4/5

It is a great place to receive help and find different programs to fulfill your needs. You can get medical help, housing or even help with recovery. It's really great the only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because there are drugs in the area and all the people around the area bring it down. If you're a recovering addict like myself and my husband it really tests you each and everyday. So if you're not really strong in your recovery then I would steer clear and if you are and are having a bad day stay away. If you're looking for that start or opportunity to change your life here is the best place to start.

Edward N. J.

4/5

They are really trying to help anyone they can. I love this place derp

Travis ?. W.

4/5

Very helpful place to get you on your feet again!

Paula R.

1/5

I changed my mind on they don't help nobody they pick whoever they want and disgusting the showers are all right

Troy M.

3/5

Hmmm well they do help unhoused ppl alot. Some staff are okay. I think it's about the money not helping anymore.

Cory A.

1/5

I wonder sometimes what is more dear to Housing Matter's site supervisor's heart. (That would be Evan Simpson by the way.) Is it a generalized presumption of a homeless person's time or her and the maintenance guy's daily schedule? Along with her "I went to college so I know better" character I would presume it's a paycheck. Come on. This place can become a leader in helping people but as of now is apparently stuck with a person who would be more suited to manage a 7-11.

Kimm K.

5/5

Chole is super helpful. Dentist is there on Wednesday. They do any dental work you need. Super nice people who work there