Homeless Services

The City of Lemon Grove recognizes the concerns surrounding housing and homelessness in our community. That's why we have made it a priority to work diligently in finding solutions to address this issue. 

Being homeless is not a crime. The City of Lemon Grove doesn’t have a local homeless shelter.

To access resources related to homelessness, please contact:

• 2-1-1 San Diego to get connected with County Services.
• 9-1-1 immediately to report a threat to public safety.
• Code Enforcement: Private party trespassing.
• (858) 565-5200 for non-emergency Sheriff Department response.
• (619) 825-3810 Report a site.

When contacting the City’s Public Works Department regarding the removal of a homeless encampment, the City is required by law to post a notice 72 hours before clean up.

As the City moves forward with implementing a homeless action plan, it will continue to search for funding sources that can support the City’s efforts to connect homeless individuals and families with housing and service providers that can help them successfully transition from the streets to permanent housing.  

You Can Help

This process is not easy and often times there have to be intermittent steps taken to best position each individual or family with other services to eventually find a home. If you are interested in supporting or donating funds for hygiene kit items and other items needed, you may reach out to Christian Olivas, Management Analyst, at 619-825-3813 or by checking out the useful resources below.