Bill Wilson Center – Youth Shelter, Drop-In & 24/7 Crisis Line (Santa Clara / San Jose)

Housing & Shelter — Emergency Shelter in Santa Clara, California. Bill Wilson Center (BWC) at 3490 The Alameda, Santa Clara — primary youth and family housing services provider for Santa Clara County. Safety Net Shelter (ages 12–17): 24/7 emergency shelter for runaway/homeless youth, family reunification, (408) 850-6164 / (408) 243-0222 intake. Drop-In Center (18–24): 693 S. 2nd Street, San Jose, meals/showers/laundry/computers/housing assessments/mental health/

Phone: (408) 243-0222

Address: 3490 The Alameda, Santa Clara, California, 95050

Website: https://www.billwilsoncenter.org

Languages: English, Spanish

Services offered: Youth emergency shelter (ages 12-17, 24/7), drop-in center (18-24), Here4You housing hotline, meals, showers, mental health, job training, crisis line (24/7)

Ages served: Youth and young adults (12–24)

Insurance & payment accepted: Medi-Cal accepted

Good to know: Safety Net: (408) 850-6164. Drop-In: 693 S 2nd St, (408) 925-0231. Here4You: (408) 385-2400. Crisis: (408) 850-6125.

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Frequently asked questions about Bill Wilson Center – Youth Shelter, Drop-In & 24/7 Crisis Line (Santa Clara / San Jose)

How do I contact Bill Wilson Center – Youth Shelter, Drop-In & 24/7 Crisis Line (Santa Clara / San Jose)?

You can call Bill Wilson Center – Youth Shelter, Drop-In & 24/7 Crisis Line (Santa Clara / San Jose) at (408) 243-0222 or visit 3490 The Alameda in Santa Clara, California. Their website is https://www.billwilsoncenter.org.

What services does Bill Wilson Center – Youth Shelter, Drop-In & 24/7 Crisis Line (Santa Clara / San Jose) offer?

Bill Wilson Center – Youth Shelter, Drop-In & 24/7 Crisis Line (Santa Clara / San Jose) offers Youth emergency shelter (ages 12-17, 24/7), drop-in center (18-24), Here4You housing hotline, meals, showers, mental health, job training, crisis line (24/7). Serves Youth and young adults (12–24). Bill Wilson Center (BWC) at 3490 The Alameda, Santa Clara — primary youth and family housing services provider for Santa Clara County. Safety Net Shelter (ages 12–17): 24/7 emergency shelter for runaway/homeless youth, family reunification, (408) 850-6164 / (408) 243-0222 intake. Drop-In Center (18–

Are services at Bill Wilson Center – Youth Shelter, Drop-In & 24/7 Crisis Line (Santa Clara / San Jose) free or low-cost?

Many community housing & shelter providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Bill Wilson Center – Youth Shelter, Drop-In & 24/7 Crisis Line (Santa Clara / San Jose) reports accepting: Medi-Cal accepted. Call Bill Wilson Center – Youth Shelter, Drop-In & 24/7 Crisis Line (Santa Clara / San Jose) at (408) 243-0222 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

What languages does Bill Wilson Center – Youth Shelter, Drop-In & 24/7 Crisis Line (Santa Clara / San Jose) support?

Bill Wilson Center – Youth Shelter, Drop-In & 24/7 Crisis Line (Santa Clara / San Jose) reports providing services in: English, Spanish. If you need another language, ask about translation services or call 988 for free crisis support in English and Spanish.

Who is eligible for services at Bill Wilson Center – Youth Shelter, Drop-In & 24/7 Crisis Line (Santa Clara / San Jose)?

Bill Wilson Center – Youth Shelter, Drop-In & 24/7 Crisis Line (Santa Clara / San Jose) reports serving Youth and young adults (12–24). Accepted insurance/payment: Medi-Cal accepted. Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (408) 243-0222 to confirm before visiting.

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.