Are you a Medi-Cal member? If so, discover how Orangewood can help you to secure the housing support you deserve.
We provide one-on-one assistance tailored to help you successfully transition into housing through comprehensive Medi-Cal services.
Reach out to us today and take the first step towards receiving the housing assistance you deserve!
Choose When & How You'll Find a Place to Stay
Access daily supplies and skill-building support or
learn how to sign your lease. Wherever you are in your
journey, we’re here to help with this step-by-step
process:
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We’ll help you research apartments, vouchers, and housing programs that you might be eligible for.
You can also receive $5,000 to cover one-time move-in expenses, like furniture or deposits.
Tenancy and Sustainability
Work with us for a full year to understand your lease and learn skills to maintain stable housing.
Eligibility Requirements
- Be 18-25 years old
- Be currently experiencing homelessness in Orange County
- Be an Orange County Medi-Cal member
- Be actively participating in an Orangewood
Foundation program - Receive support from the Orangewood team four times a month to help navigate your path to stable housing
Get Started!
Drop in at the Orangewood Resource Center to learn more, or contact us by clicking the button below.
Learn More about Rising Tide Program Support
Rising Tide Program Partners
Our partners believe in investing in the future, one young person at a time. Through hands-on experiences, mentorship, and workplace opportunities, they help prepare youth for the road ahead. We’re proud to work alongside companies who share our commitment to community and possibility.
Here’s How We Served Orange County
54
young people had a safe place to stay in Orangewood housing
268
days is the average amount of time that young people lived in Orangewood housing
$27k
was used to help young people find safe housing in emergency situations
$246k
in funding helped young people pay move-in costs in 2023
This Is Rising Tide
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Requirements & Eligibility
- Be 18–25 years old
- Agree to live in a non-smoking apartment
- Be willing to participate in safety planning
- Be responsible for your own transportation
- Set goals and monitor your progress with the Orangewood team
- Pay monthly rent on time
- Agree to monthly visits for cleanliness
- Look for permanent housing throughout your stay with our help
See More Orangewood Programs
Financial aid for move-in fees, housing stabilization, furnishings, & utility bills
HOUSING SUPPORT
ORANGEWOOD RESOURCE CENTER
Hot meals, groceries, clothing, & daily supplies for young people
basic needs & support
GRANTS
Funding to help pay for extracurricular activities, transportation, & more
Basic Needs & Support
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Resources For Young People
Need support? See which of our programs may be right for you.
