Community Action Partnership of Kern Foundation

The center provides 150 beds to homeless individuals and provide shelter for overnight residents and walk-ins. It works with Kern Regional Homeless Collaborative, to connect residents with service providers, government agencies, advocacy groups, and businesses who provide supportive services to help homeless individuals obtain permanent housing and obtain whole person care. Some of the day services include mental health counseling; showers, medication education, refills, etc.; Diabetes care and education; Food Stamp applications; meals and nutrition support.M Street functionalities include more than being just a homeless shelter, but also as a low barrier navigation center. This includes accepting individuals with crime offenses or substance abuse users. They may visit the center and staff will assist in navigating them through the process of recovery.