SF Dept. of Homelessness & Supportive Housing
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Official account of the City and County of San Francisco's Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing. Visit sf.gov/hsh to learn more!
Opening night: The 2025–26 Interfaith Winter Shelter is now open for adults 18+. Line up at 5:30 p.m. Dinner & breakfast served. tinyurl.com/2026WinterShelter
#SFWinterShelter [image: Winter Shelter Program info]
#SFWinterShelter [image: Winter Shelter Program info]
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November 25, 2025 at 12:25 AM
Opening night: The 2025–26 Interfaith Winter Shelter is now open for adults 18+. Line up at 5:30 p.m. Dinner & breakfast served. tinyurl.com/2026WinterShelter
#SFWinterShelter [image: Winter Shelter Program info]
#SFWinterShelter [image: Winter Shelter Program info]
Every Nov, National Homelessness Awareness Month is a reminder of our shared responsibility to address homelessness. In SF, that work continues daily. In Year 2 of Home by the Bay, 4,975 people moved from homelessness into permanent housing. sfhsh.medium.com/building-hop...
Building Hope, Breaking Barriers: San Francisco’s Commitment to Ending Homelessness
Every November, National Homelessness Awareness Month calls on communities across the country to reflect — not only on the urgency of…
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November 24, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Every Nov, National Homelessness Awareness Month is a reminder of our shared responsibility to address homelessness. In SF, that work continues daily. In Year 2 of Home by the Bay, 4,975 people moved from homelessness into permanent housing. sfhsh.medium.com/building-hop...
Join us at 10am for a special meeting of the Homelessness Oversight Commission. You can watch live on
@sfgovtv.sf.gov at sfgovtv.org/ch2live
@sfgovtv.sf.gov at sfgovtv.org/ch2live
Live at 10am on channel 78 is the Special Homelessness Oversight Commission meeting. Find today's agenda by clicking this link media.api.sf.gov/documents/Ag....
Watch the livestream at sfgovtv.org/ch2live
Watch the livestream at sfgovtv.org/ch2live
November 21, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Join us at 10am for a special meeting of the Homelessness Oversight Commission. You can watch live on
@sfgovtv.sf.gov at sfgovtv.org/ch2live
@sfgovtv.sf.gov at sfgovtv.org/ch2live
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Today, on Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honor and remember transgender and gender-diverse people whose lives were lost to violence.
@sfgov.sf.gov stands in solidarity with the transgender community and reaffirms our commitment to inclusion, safety, and respect for all.
#TDOR #sanfrancisco
@sfgov.sf.gov stands in solidarity with the transgender community and reaffirms our commitment to inclusion, safety, and respect for all.
#TDOR #sanfrancisco
November 21, 2025 at 2:14 AM
Today, on Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honor and remember transgender and gender-diverse people whose lives were lost to violence.
@sfgov.sf.gov stands in solidarity with the transgender community and reaffirms our commitment to inclusion, safety, and respect for all.
#TDOR #sanfrancisco
@sfgov.sf.gov stands in solidarity with the transgender community and reaffirms our commitment to inclusion, safety, and respect for all.
#TDOR #sanfrancisco
On Transgender Day of Remembrance, HSH honors the transgender community members lost to violence. We remain committed to safe, affirming shelter and housing for transgender and gender-nonconforming residents in San Francisco.
[image: Transgender Day of Remembrance graphic with person holding flag]
[image: Transgender Day of Remembrance graphic with person holding flag]
November 21, 2025 at 2:51 AM
On Transgender Day of Remembrance, HSH honors the transgender community members lost to violence. We remain committed to safe, affirming shelter and housing for transgender and gender-nonconforming residents in San Francisco.
[image: Transgender Day of Remembrance graphic with person holding flag]
[image: Transgender Day of Remembrance graphic with person holding flag]
📣 Calling all providers, advocates, residents & folks with lived experience! Join us for Input Session #1 for the 2026 PIT Count.
Date: Nov 24, 5–7 PM
Location: The Women’s Building (Audre Lorde Room)
Your voice helps shape a more accurate, inclusive count.
Register: tinyurl.com/PITInput2026
Date: Nov 24, 5–7 PM
Location: The Women’s Building (Audre Lorde Room)
Your voice helps shape a more accurate, inclusive count.
Register: tinyurl.com/PITInput2026
November 19, 2025 at 7:46 PM
📣 Calling all providers, advocates, residents & folks with lived experience! Join us for Input Session #1 for the 2026 PIT Count.
Date: Nov 24, 5–7 PM
Location: The Women’s Building (Audre Lorde Room)
Your voice helps shape a more accurate, inclusive count.
Register: tinyurl.com/PITInput2026
Date: Nov 24, 5–7 PM
Location: The Women’s Building (Audre Lorde Room)
Your voice helps shape a more accurate, inclusive count.
Register: tinyurl.com/PITInput2026
San Francisco is launching a new Unit Hold Program for property owners w/ vacant move-in ready units. Earn 1 month’s rent for holding a unit while matched with an eligible household.
📅Info sessions: Nov 17 & 18
💻Register: www.sf.gov/information-...
#SFHousing [image: SF Unit Hold graphic]
📅Info sessions: Nov 17 & 18
💻Register: www.sf.gov/information-...
#SFHousing [image: SF Unit Hold graphic]
November 13, 2025 at 9:46 PM
San Francisco is launching a new Unit Hold Program for property owners w/ vacant move-in ready units. Earn 1 month’s rent for holding a unit while matched with an eligible household.
📅Info sessions: Nov 17 & 18
💻Register: www.sf.gov/information-...
#SFHousing [image: SF Unit Hold graphic]
📅Info sessions: Nov 17 & 18
💻Register: www.sf.gov/information-...
#SFHousing [image: SF Unit Hold graphic]
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🚐 The @sfgov.sf.gov LV Program Street Outreach Team is on the ground every day, connecting with people living in large vehicles and helping them get permitted and on the path to housing.
With support from Mayor Lurie and other City partners, we’re working together to turn compassion into action.
With support from Mayor Lurie and other City partners, we’re working together to turn compassion into action.
November 13, 2025 at 8:26 PM
🚐 The @sfgov.sf.gov LV Program Street Outreach Team is on the ground every day, connecting with people living in large vehicles and helping them get permitted and on the path to housing.
With support from Mayor Lurie and other City partners, we’re working together to turn compassion into action.
With support from Mayor Lurie and other City partners, we’re working together to turn compassion into action.
HSH has activated Phase 2 of the Wet Weather Protocol (Nov 12–13) due to rain & cold temps.
Temporary shelter programs are available. Details ➡️ www.sf.gov/inclement-we...
[image: “Wet Weather Protocol – Phase 2 Activated” graphic]
Temporary shelter programs are available. Details ➡️ www.sf.gov/inclement-we...
[image: “Wet Weather Protocol – Phase 2 Activated” graphic]
November 12, 2025 at 8:13 PM
HSH has activated Phase 2 of the Wet Weather Protocol (Nov 12–13) due to rain & cold temps.
Temporary shelter programs are available. Details ➡️ www.sf.gov/inclement-we...
[image: “Wet Weather Protocol – Phase 2 Activated” graphic]
Temporary shelter programs are available. Details ➡️ www.sf.gov/inclement-we...
[image: “Wet Weather Protocol – Phase 2 Activated” graphic]
Today on #VeteransDay, we honor the bravery and sacrifice of those who served our nation. HSH is proud to support San Francisco’s veteran community, working to ensure every veteran has a safe, stable place to call home. Thank you for your service.
[Image: US flag, HSH logo]
[Image: US flag, HSH logo]
![[Image: An American flag waves against a blue sky. Text reads: “Thank you for your service, veterans!” Above the text is a purple banner that says “Department of Homelessness & Supportive Housing.” A small box in the corner reads, “We honor the service, sacrifice, and leadership of our nation’s veterans.” HSH logo in the lower left corner.]](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:nmuh3as3yc72y3zowbgfbxpp/bafkreif44rdcvte2wb2h6ojemwmskqx7fnvqzj5ot634xvbqhovzgkmzw4@jpeg)
November 11, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Today on #VeteransDay, we honor the bravery and sacrifice of those who served our nation. HSH is proud to support San Francisco’s veteran community, working to ensure every veteran has a safe, stable place to call home. Thank you for your service.
[Image: US flag, HSH logo]
[Image: US flag, HSH logo]
This National Homelessness Awareness Month, we are thrilled to help families move from large vehicles to stable homes. Learn more about our Large Vehicle Buyback Program sf.gov/LVProgram
From an RV to a real home, this #SF family is starting a new chapter. 💙
Through the Large Vehicle Buyback Program, a policy set forth by @sfgov.sf.gov Mayor Lurie, and supported by SFHSH, they sold their RV, and moved into a new home where their kids can thrive.
🔗 Learn more at sf.gov/LVProgram
Through the Large Vehicle Buyback Program, a policy set forth by @sfgov.sf.gov Mayor Lurie, and supported by SFHSH, they sold their RV, and moved into a new home where their kids can thrive.
🔗 Learn more at sf.gov/LVProgram
November 10, 2025 at 10:38 PM
This National Homelessness Awareness Month, we are thrilled to help families move from large vehicles to stable homes. Learn more about our Large Vehicle Buyback Program sf.gov/LVProgram
Due to rising temps, SFHOT has activated the Hot Weather Protocol for the remainder of today.
Teams are doing wellness checks & reminding clients to stay hydrated, seek shade & avoid tents, which can become hot.
[image: green background w/ the HSH logo & large block text “Hot Weather Protocol.]
Teams are doing wellness checks & reminding clients to stay hydrated, seek shade & avoid tents, which can become hot.
[image: green background w/ the HSH logo & large block text “Hot Weather Protocol.]
November 10, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Due to rising temps, SFHOT has activated the Hot Weather Protocol for the remainder of today.
Teams are doing wellness checks & reminding clients to stay hydrated, seek shade & avoid tents, which can become hot.
[image: green background w/ the HSH logo & large block text “Hot Weather Protocol.]
Teams are doing wellness checks & reminding clients to stay hydrated, seek shade & avoid tents, which can become hot.
[image: green background w/ the HSH logo & large block text “Hot Weather Protocol.]
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Great news for CalFresh users in San Francisco: November CalFresh benefits are starting to be restored across CA! That means many of you will begin to see your full food benefits back on your EBT cards -- something we’ve all been waiting for. More info: sfhsa.org/calfreshaid
November 7, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Great news for CalFresh users in San Francisco: November CalFresh benefits are starting to be restored across CA! That means many of you will begin to see your full food benefits back on your EBT cards -- something we’ve all been waiting for. More info: sfhsa.org/calfreshaid
Due to cold & wet weather, SFHOT has activated a wet weather protocol today (11/4).
Three shelters are open. Teams are doing wellness checks, sharing info, & providing supplies.
Details ➡️ sf.gov/inclement-we...
[image: “Wet Weather Protocol” graphic]
Three shelters are open. Teams are doing wellness checks, sharing info, & providing supplies.
Details ➡️ sf.gov/inclement-we...
[image: “Wet Weather Protocol” graphic]
November 4, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Due to cold & wet weather, SFHOT has activated a wet weather protocol today (11/4).
Three shelters are open. Teams are doing wellness checks, sharing info, & providing supplies.
Details ➡️ sf.gov/inclement-we...
[image: “Wet Weather Protocol” graphic]
Three shelters are open. Teams are doing wellness checks, sharing info, & providing supplies.
Details ➡️ sf.gov/inclement-we...
[image: “Wet Weather Protocol” graphic]
November is Nat'l Homelessness Awareness Month—and San Francisco is building hope.
From Home by the Bay to Breaking the Cycle, we’re expanding housing, treatment, and equity-focused solutions.
Follow along this month #NHAM
[image: 2025 Homelessness Awareness Month graphic logo}
From Home by the Bay to Breaking the Cycle, we’re expanding housing, treatment, and equity-focused solutions.
Follow along this month #NHAM
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November 3, 2025 at 10:43 PM
November is Nat'l Homelessness Awareness Month—and San Francisco is building hope.
From Home by the Bay to Breaking the Cycle, we’re expanding housing, treatment, and equity-focused solutions.
Follow along this month #NHAM
[image: 2025 Homelessness Awareness Month graphic logo}
From Home by the Bay to Breaking the Cycle, we’re expanding housing, treatment, and equity-focused solutions.
Follow along this month #NHAM
[image: 2025 Homelessness Awareness Month graphic logo}
With the federal shutdown threatening to pause SNAP benefits for the first time ever, @sfgov.sf.gov Mayor Lurie, the Board of Supes & Crankstart Fdn are stepping up.
Together, they’re providing $18M in food assistance for nearly 112,000 San Franciscans.
www.sfhsa.org/calfresh-eme...
Together, they’re providing $18M in food assistance for nearly 112,000 San Franciscans.
www.sfhsa.org/calfresh-eme...
October 29, 2025 at 7:33 PM
With the federal shutdown threatening to pause SNAP benefits for the first time ever, @sfgov.sf.gov Mayor Lurie, the Board of Supes & Crankstart Fdn are stepping up.
Together, they’re providing $18M in food assistance for nearly 112,000 San Franciscans.
www.sfhsa.org/calfresh-eme...
Together, they’re providing $18M in food assistance for nearly 112,000 San Franciscans.
www.sfhsa.org/calfresh-eme...
💔 No one deserves abuse. Domestic violence can happen to anyone—and it is never your fault.
If you need help, reach out to an advocate www.sf.gov/information-...
[Image: Three people embracing with text, “Together, we can make a difference.”] #DVAM
If you need help, reach out to an advocate www.sf.gov/information-...
[Image: Three people embracing with text, “Together, we can make a difference.”] #DVAM
October 28, 2025 at 7:27 PM
💔 No one deserves abuse. Domestic violence can happen to anyone—and it is never your fault.
If you need help, reach out to an advocate www.sf.gov/information-...
[Image: Three people embracing with text, “Together, we can make a difference.”] #DVAM
If you need help, reach out to an advocate www.sf.gov/information-...
[Image: Three people embracing with text, “Together, we can make a difference.”] #DVAM
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Today is #NationalImmigrantsDay. Now, more than ever, we recognize that immigrants are at the heart our communities—our neighbors, colleagues, friends & loved ones who make San Francisco our home.
Connect with resources for immigrants in San Francisco at sf.gov/immigrants
Connect with resources for immigrants in San Francisco at sf.gov/immigrants
October 28, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Today is #NationalImmigrantsDay. Now, more than ever, we recognize that immigrants are at the heart our communities—our neighbors, colleagues, friends & loved ones who make San Francisco our home.
Connect with resources for immigrants in San Francisco at sf.gov/immigrants
Connect with resources for immigrants in San Francisco at sf.gov/immigrants
📊 Did you know? The median monthly household income of those experiencing intimate partner violence (IPV) is just $1,000.
This is a major factor in homelessness. Learn more about Access Points for Survivors of Violence www.sf.gov/information-...
This is a major factor in homelessness. Learn more about Access Points for Survivors of Violence www.sf.gov/information-...
October 22, 2025 at 10:28 PM
📊 Did you know? The median monthly household income of those experiencing intimate partner violence (IPV) is just $1,000.
This is a major factor in homelessness. Learn more about Access Points for Survivors of Violence www.sf.gov/information-...
This is a major factor in homelessness. Learn more about Access Points for Survivors of Violence www.sf.gov/information-...
The San Francisco Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (HSH) is hiring! Join us in making homelessness rare, brief, and one-time in San Francisco.
We’re recruiting for three key roles that strengthen programs, partnerships, and services citywide 👇
We’re recruiting for three key roles that strengthen programs, partnerships, and services citywide 👇
October 17, 2025 at 9:48 PM
The San Francisco Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (HSH) is hiring! Join us in making homelessness rare, brief, and one-time in San Francisco.
We’re recruiting for three key roles that strengthen programs, partnerships, and services citywide 👇
We’re recruiting for three key roles that strengthen programs, partnerships, and services citywide 👇
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. 💜
HSH’s Coordinated Entry Tool helps survivors find safety & support, confidentially and quickly. Resources: sf.gov/gender-based-violence-prevention-programs.
[Image: Group in purple scarves beside text: Domestic Violence Awareness Month.]
HSH’s Coordinated Entry Tool helps survivors find safety & support, confidentially and quickly. Resources: sf.gov/gender-based-violence-prevention-programs.
[Image: Group in purple scarves beside text: Domestic Violence Awareness Month.]
October 14, 2025 at 7:14 PM
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. 💜
HSH’s Coordinated Entry Tool helps survivors find safety & support, confidentially and quickly. Resources: sf.gov/gender-based-violence-prevention-programs.
[Image: Group in purple scarves beside text: Domestic Violence Awareness Month.]
HSH’s Coordinated Entry Tool helps survivors find safety & support, confidentially and quickly. Resources: sf.gov/gender-based-violence-prevention-programs.
[Image: Group in purple scarves beside text: Domestic Violence Awareness Month.]
We mourn the loss of a brave Urban Alchemy worker, Joey Alexander, who gave their life serving our city. His courage and compassion will not be forgotten. HSH stands with Urban Alchemy and the community in grief and remembrance. #InMemoriam #SF
According to the nonprofit, Joey Alexander, 60, approached the suspect and asked him to stop openly using drugs in front of the Main Library, telling him there were families nearby.
Urban Alchemy worker asked a man to stop using drugs outside S.F. Main Library. Now he’s dead
According to the nonprofit, Joey Alexander, 60, approached the suspect and asked him to stop openly using drugs in front of the Main Library, telling him there were families nearby.
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October 1, 2025 at 9:09 PM
We mourn the loss of a brave Urban Alchemy worker, Joey Alexander, who gave their life serving our city. His courage and compassion will not be forgotten. HSH stands with Urban Alchemy and the community in grief and remembrance. #InMemoriam #SF
Celebrate Latino Heritage month within our vibrant Latino community from Sept 15 to Oct 15 with @sfgov.sf.gov. Take a look at these community events: www.sf.gov/latino-herit....
September 25, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Celebrate Latino Heritage month within our vibrant Latino community from Sept 15 to Oct 15 with @sfgov.sf.gov. Take a look at these community events: www.sf.gov/latino-herit....
Hope House, a 58-bed shelter for single adults seeking a sober environment, recently opened in Lower Nob Hill. Learn more in this San Francisco Chronicle article: www.sfchronicle.com/sf/article/h...
San Francisco’s first-ever sober homeless shelter just opened. Here’s what it’s like inside
Under an $8.1 million city contract, the Salvation Army recently launched Hope House — a 58-bed homeless shelter for single adults seeking a sober environment.
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September 11, 2025 at 11:14 PM
Hope House, a 58-bed shelter for single adults seeking a sober environment, recently opened in Lower Nob Hill. Learn more in this San Francisco Chronicle article: www.sfchronicle.com/sf/article/h...
Jenn Oakley spent over a decade unhoused. Today, she’s a homeowner and a case manager helping others find stability. Her story shows what’s possible with support, resilience, and opportunity. Read via @kqednews.kqed.org www.kqed.org/news/1205480...
From Homeless to Homeowner: One Bay Area Woman's Journey | KQED
Jenn Oakley, a formerly homeless Oakland woman, overcame addiction, systemic barriers and a decade on the streets to buy her a home in Emeryville, highlighting the challenges of affordable housing in ...
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September 9, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Jenn Oakley spent over a decade unhoused. Today, she’s a homeowner and a case manager helping others find stability. Her story shows what’s possible with support, resilience, and opportunity. Read via @kqednews.kqed.org www.kqed.org/news/1205480...