South County Outreach – Homeless Prevention / Rent & Utility Assistance

Housing & Shelter — Rent Payment Assistance in Irvine, California. Provides rental and utility assistance to Orange County residents (primarily South OC) experiencing financial hardship and at risk of homelessness. Applications accepted between the 25th of each month through the 10th of the following month. Approvals case-by-case based on household need and available funding. Funds paid directly to landlords and utility companies.

Phone: (949) 380-8144

Address: 7 Whatney, Suite B, Irvine, California, 92618

Website: https://www.sco-oc.org

Services offered: Emergency rent payment assistance, utility assistance (water, gas, electricity), homeless prevention services

Ages served: All ages

Insurance & payment accepted: No cost / free

Good to know: Applications accepted 25th of month through 10th of following month. Coverage: primarily South Orange County.

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Frequently asked questions about South County Outreach – Homeless Prevention / Rent & Utility Assistance

How do I contact South County Outreach – Homeless Prevention / Rent & Utility Assistance?

You can call South County Outreach – Homeless Prevention / Rent & Utility Assistance at (949) 380-8144 or visit 7 Whatney, Suite B in Irvine, California. Their website is https://www.sco-oc.org.

What services does South County Outreach – Homeless Prevention / Rent & Utility Assistance offer?

South County Outreach – Homeless Prevention / Rent & Utility Assistance offers Emergency rent payment assistance, utility assistance (water, gas, electricity), homeless prevention services. Serves All ages. Provides rental and utility assistance to Orange County residents (primarily South OC) experiencing financial hardship and at risk of homelessness. Applications accepted between the 25th of each month through the 10th of the following month. Approvals case-by-case based on household need and availab

Are services at South County Outreach – Homeless Prevention / Rent & Utility Assistance free or low-cost?

Many community housing & shelter providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. South County Outreach – Homeless Prevention / Rent & Utility Assistance reports accepting: No cost / free. Call South County Outreach – Homeless Prevention / Rent & Utility Assistance at (949) 380-8144 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

Does South County Outreach – Homeless Prevention / Rent & Utility Assistance offer services in other languages?

Call South County Outreach – Homeless Prevention / Rent & Utility Assistance at (949) 380-8144 to ask about languages supported. Many providers offer Spanish-language services or interpretation. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports English and Spanish 24/7 (press 2 for Spanish).

Who is eligible for services at South County Outreach – Homeless Prevention / Rent & Utility Assistance?

South County Outreach – Homeless Prevention / Rent & Utility Assistance reports serving All ages. Accepted insurance/payment: No cost / free. Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (949) 380-8144 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.