Services Available

We know that our simple prescription of personal attention and information can work little miracles that change lives. This is a list of the services that Francis House provides:

Job Placement
Personal Attention and Problem Solving
Employment Assistance
Housing Assistance through Sacramento Self Help Housing
Veteran’s Outreach Program
Assistance with Emergency Shelter (Motel vouchers for families children)
Toiletries
Short and Long Term Goal Planning
Employment Counseling and Referrals
Referrals to Substance Abuse Programs and Placements
Advocacy with Landlords and all Public and Private Agencies
Christmas Presents for Children
Resource Information (“Street Sheet” a pocket guide to services, etc.)
Referrals for Clothing, Furniture and Food
Return to Residence (One-Way Greyhound Bus Travel to a Better Life)
Direct Voucher Aid for: Motel Vouchers, Bus tokens and Gas Vouchers
Identification Assistance (CA ID’s, Drivers Licenses, Birth Certificates)
When available, we also provide: blankets, coats, winter wear, diapers, and Bibles.

Who is Eligible?

The majority of people we see are the poor and homeless individuals and families who suffer the ravages of poverty, but we are here to serve anyone who would benefit from talking to one of our trained volunteers. We are highly versed in the resources of our community and will either provide direct emergency aid or refer you to the best public or private agency equipped to answer your needs.

The services provided by Francis House are available to anyone in need of personal attention or information. Those seeking assistance are free to call (916) 443-2646 or visit us. Francis House is open during the following hours: