Shelter

Be our guest! Our shelter is clean and safe and our friendly staff is here to help you.

Our emergency shelter is open 7 days a week throughout the year. Guests will receive a hearty dinner, a refreshing shower, clean clothes, and a warm bed with clean sheets for the duration of their stay. Case management support is available to assist our guests with finding employment and housing.

Ventura County Rescue Mission Shelter

For Men

There is a limited number of beds and they are granted on a “first-come, first-serve” basis. Guests who stay at the shelter can have a bed for 10 consecutive nights. Guests are required to sign in each night before 5:00 pm to keep their beds.

We will refuse service to anyone who appears to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The Ventura Rescue Mission is a smoke-free environment. No smoking will be allowed in or on the premises.

  • Must have a valid ID or must obtain it with the first 72 hours of stay
  • All shelter guests must get a TB test taken within the first 72 hours of stay

For more information call: (805) 436-4593

Ventura County Rescue Mission Men’s Shelter:
234 E. 6th St.
Oxnard, CA 93030

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For Women & Children

Our Lighthouse Emergency Shelter is a 24 hour, seven days a week shelter offered to single women and mothers with children (up to age 10 – some exceptions made up to age 12). There is a 30-day stay limit (extensions can be granted for up to six months if appropriate).

Shelter intake appointments can be made from 9:00 am – 3:30 pm Monday through Friday. To qualify for our shelter program, women with children must be biological parents or be able to demonstrate legal custody. Those with a disability, pregnancy, or other physical issues will be accommodated to a reasonable extent.

In order to process your application, you will need the following:

  • Women must have a valid ID or must obtain it with the first 72 hours of stay
  • Children must have a social security card, birth certificate, or another form of ID
  • All shelter guests must get a TB test taken within the first 72 hours of stay

For more information or to schedule a shelter intake appointment call: (805) 385-7200

Lighthouse Shelter:
104 N. Hayes Ave.
Oxnard, CA 93030

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