Navigate the Coordinated Entry System (CES) and find stable housing
Housing
Are you 18 to 24 and experiencing homelessness?
Youth Engagement (YE) helps young people in Orange County navigate the Coordinated Entry System (CES) and find stable housing. Our team is here to support you every step of the way, from searching for housing to connecting with resources that fit your needs.
Support for Young People Navigating Housing Opportunities
CES is an Orange County program that matches people with housing opportunities based on their situations. There are two types of programs: the Individual Coordinated Entry System (ICES) and the Family Coordinated Entry System (FCES).
A housing match will be unique to your situation, but there are a few outcomes that are common in CES. CES Housing Matches may include the following below:
EMERGENCY REFERRALS
Bed reservations at shelters
RAPID RE-HOUSING
Supportive services and short-term help paying rent
HOUSING VOUCHERS
Find your own apartment
PERMANENT SUPPORTIVE HOUSING
Onsite support and rental costs limited to 30-40% of your income
What Happens in Youth Engagement
We understand that finding a housing match through CES can take a long time. We walk with you through complicated housing processes so you feel empowered and supported every step of the way.
REFERRALS FOR EMERGENCY SHELTER
Assistance in connecting youth with safe, temporary housing options
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Access to local programs for healthcare, food assistance, job support, and more
SHOWERS, HOT MEALS, AND SELF-CARE ITEMS
Essential hygiene services and nourishment for youth in need
BUDGETING SUPPORT
Guidance on managing money, saving, and making informed financial decisions
GUIDANCE ON LEASING
Basics of leasing agreements and responsibilities, with referrals for legal or tenant-specific help.
COACHING FOR INDEPENDENT LIFE SKILLS
Practical support in navigating adulthood, from cooking to job readiness
This Is Rising Tide
What Will You Receive from Rising Tide?
If your application is approved, we’ll help you move into a safe, affordable apartment owned by Orangewood Foundation. We’ll also help you cover bills while you look for a job.
If your application is approved, we’ll help you move into a safe, affordable apartment owned by Orangewood Foundation. We’ll also help you cover bills while you look for a job.
Safe Apartments from Orangewood Partners
We offer shared living spaces in two apartment complexes: Flanders Pointe and Orange Tree.
Move-In Costs & Basic Furnishings Covered
We can help cover a month of utility bills and get you set up with pots, pans, and basic furnishings.
One-on-One Employment Support
We’ll work with you to help build your interview skills so you can find a job and start earning income.
Continued Support from Orangewood Programs
We’ll connect you with other programs from the Orangewood Foundation so you’ll get all the support you need.
Learn More about Rising Tide Program Support
Impact in Numbers: Youth Support and Housing Services
173
youth supported in Coordinated Entry System (CES)
416
youths found shelter
98
youths secured Emergency Housing
Rising Tide Program Gallery
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.
Looking for More Support? We’re Here for You!
To get started, you’ll need:
- Social Security card
- Birth certificate
- Identification card
We can help you find required documents!
Visit us at the Orangewood Resource Center to learn more.
Read Their Stories & Inspire a Better Future
Want to Help? Become a Partner.
We need support from community leaders who are passionate about helping young people start their path to independence. Lead a workshop, provide apartment space, or help cover a utility bill — however you can support, we’re excited to work with you!
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Orangewood welcomed me with open arms and they’ve always been supportive and helpful. They aren’t afraid to push me in the right direction, and I’m grateful.
Angel • Young Person
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I’ve been working hard to build a better life for myself. In just a month, I worked with the Orangewood Foundation team to get my California ID, permit, and driver’s license. Now I can drive to work and school, which makes my day a lot easier. Balancing work and school is tough, but I’m determined to make it.
Michael • Young Person
See More Orangewood Programs
ORANGEWOOD RESOURCE CENTER
Hot meals, groceries, clothing, & daily supplies for young people
BASIC NEEDS & SUPPORT
INDEPENDENT LIVING PROGRAM
Workshops & one-on-one support for young people from foster care
Life Skills & Employment
Lyon Workforce Academy
Paid jobs & support for young people beginning new careers
Life Skills & Employment
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Resources For Young People
Need support? See which of our programs may be right for you.
