San Mateo County – Core Service Agency / Shelter Access

Housing & Shelter — Coordinated Entry in San Mateo, California. San Mateo County's coordinated entry and shelter access system. Manages referrals to emergency shelters, transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing.

Phone: (650) 802-5100

Website: https://www.smcgov.org/hsa/housing

Services offered: Coordinated entry, shelter access, transitional housing, permanent supportive housing, rapid rehousing, case management

Ages served: All Ages

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Frequently asked questions about San Mateo County – Core Service Agency / Shelter Access

How do I contact San Mateo County – Core Service Agency / Shelter Access?

You can call San Mateo County – Core Service Agency / Shelter Access at (650) 802-5100 in San Mateo, California. Their website is https://www.smcgov.org/hsa/housing.

What services does San Mateo County – Core Service Agency / Shelter Access offer?

San Mateo County – Core Service Agency / Shelter Access offers Coordinated entry, shelter access, transitional housing, permanent supportive housing, rapid rehousing, case management. Serves All Ages. San Mateo County's coordinated entry and shelter access system. Manages referrals to emergency shelters, transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing.

Are services at San Mateo County – Core Service Agency / Shelter Access free or low-cost?

Many community housing & shelter providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call San Mateo County – Core Service Agency / Shelter Access at (650) 802-5100 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

Does San Mateo County – Core Service Agency / Shelter Access offer services in other languages?

Call San Mateo County – Core Service Agency / Shelter Access at (650) 802-5100 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 San Mateo County – Core Service Agency / Shelter Access?

San Mateo County – Core Service Agency / Shelter Access reports serving All Ages. Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (650) 802-5100 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.