Upward Bound House - Family Shelter

Category: Homeless shelter in Los Angeles, California

Address: 12841 Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066, USA

Phone: +13104587779

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 9AM–5:30PM

Tuesday: 9AM–5:30PM

Wednesday: 9AM–5:30PM

Thursday: 9AM–5:30PM

Friday: 9AM–5:30PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Amy T

Feb 17, 2022

It’s a roof over mine and my sons head so I’m happy and they are working to get us a home asap.

Evangelina Ifurung

May 10, 2021

Terrible unprofessional I requested a different worker the manager jewel at Compton upward bound house kept placing with her best friend even though she discriminated me and kept telling me to get a job. Terrible experience. Do not wish it on anybody.

Rose of Sharon

Oct 25, 2019

Terrible place, all the staff are snobs, they have roaches, the cook is terrible, their's only one stressed out case manger who dont help with any housing resources. The program director comes in anytime to charge his electric BMW then leaves. They withhold donations. They use you by having you sign up for events so they keep there sponsors, then rush you to move out with no place to go. They try to run games and befriend you to spread your issues around there office. They look down on you. I always see the cook tasting the food then putting the spoon back in food to serve. The only person who is a jewel is the employment specialist, she gets job resources and clothes for clients.everyone else there for a check.

Olivia Newman

Oct 3, 2017

This place helps out sooo much, & has some of the best resources any other shelter has. The on hand cook is terrible and very rude, she cant cook at all, but being that we are homeless how can we complain right? Lol besides that this place is gr8 I really enjoyed my stay here, staff was very down to earth and so helpful and encouraging.

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Questions & Answers

How can i get a place to stay while trying to find a job.

Al Dickinson | Aug 25, 2018
Bre “Bre” S | Aug 24, 2021

AVOID AT ALL COST!

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I'm a mother of 4 which 3 children are in my care. I lost my place and job we are serverly homeless living in cars and motels when I am able to get a room. Can this place please assist me. I'm trying everything in my power to not loose my children

Tonette DeLee | Aug 25, 2019
Christina Garcia | Aug 25, 2019

You are better off looking somewhere else. If you still have custody of your kids then stay away from these people. The children cant play outside The workers there will watch your every move. There is a curfew for everyone. They check their security cameras daily just to catch people doing anything against policy. Most of their decisions are based on personal opinion not actual laws. We never progressed due to constantly calling CPS and the stress of constantly having to go through questioning and meetings with CPS for things liike sending our 10 11 and 13 year old to our truck after curfew. Try PATH or st Josephs

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Where can I find a shelter to stay at till I can get housing approved for. Moving from San Diego CA.

Jeffrey G Hodge | Aug 25, 2018
Jessica Hampton | Aug 25, 2018

St Joseph's Center Venice can help

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Do you guys help familes? Or just single parents?

theo bailey | Aug 25, 2018
S .L. S | Dec 27, 2021

Don't go her. They don't do background checks on people. You could be neighbors with anyone. They do favors.

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Do you provide shelter for young couple expecting a baby. Shes 18yrs old and almost 4 months pregnant and the father is 25. They currently live on the streets

Latonia Harvey | Aug 25, 2019
Brittany Brockelmeyer | Aug 25, 2019

You Have to go to saint josephs in santa monica tell them your homeless and they'll put you on the waiting list the waiting list is not that long because this is a 3 month shelter only

I’m trying to move back to California with my 14 month old son but we don’t have no place to go . Do you guys help women with children

Toria Marshall | Aug 25, 2019
S .L. S | Dec 27, 2021

Don't go there. Very shady

Do I have to have children to be able to stay there? I'm 57-years and alone.

B MORRISON | Aug 25, 2018
Yeya Music | Aug 25, 2018

Yes you must have children

I don't have a job can I still there come?

Camille Fields | Aug 25, 2018
Ms.HollandT | Aug 25, 2018

I have 3 kids

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I been homeless for 3 years. Been thru so many resources who don't help. When going to shelters belongings were stolen so slept my car but that didn't people from mstealing. My anxiety is super high all I need is help to find a single

Beatrice Jauregui | Aug 24, 2020
Paula Brooks | Aug 24, 2020

What is the zip code where you stayed before becoming homeless

Do yall take couples that are married and do they share a room ?

Ashley Mcclain | Aug 25, 2019
Hernan Lorenzo | Aug 25, 2019

Hi Ashley, We provide temporary housing to families. We accept married couples if they have a child or if the woman is pregnant with one. You can call 2-1-1 to get started on looking for an organization that would provide housing for you.

Where can I get more info?

Crystal De la cruz | Aug 25, 2019
Miko Cunningham | Aug 25, 2019

Call 211

Hi, just moved to L.A. a month ago and I am looking for shelter. I have a job that I just started in Santa Monica, but the place I live currently is very unsanitary and uncomfortable. IS there space for just one person?

Darien Mack | Aug 25, 2019
Christina Garcia | Aug 25, 2019

This shelter is for familes with children. So sorry. Try 211 after 5pm ask for a hotel room voucher. 211 will give you information on available resources for singles

Do you accept food donations?

Daniela Lois | Aug 25, 2019
Kiana Burkhardt | Aug 25, 2019

Yes

Is they're a waiting list to get in this shelter? Im homless with 3 little boys can they help me asap?

Rose Vanessa | Aug 25, 2019
Miko Cunningham | Aug 25, 2019

Call 211 to get refferal

My family and I are homeless my case worker through St Joseph's won't send out referrals to other shelters because she saids they don't want us to go backwards won't help with vouchers I am at a lost please tell me how or what I can do?

Kimmberly Fischer | Aug 25, 2019
Synicka Nash | Aug 25, 2019

Get an advocate who is serious about helping you. It makes a big difference

How can I stay here I need a place into I get my voucher for section 8 please help

Jeneal Landers | Aug 25, 2019
Upward Bound House - Family Shelter | Aug 25, 2019

You must first contact a local housing service provider. Each organization services different types of situations, whether you have children under 17, are a victim of domestic violence, etc. Upward Bound House - Family Shelter is an Emergency Shelter for families who have been referred by a local housing assistance service provider or counselor. UBH does not accept walk-ins only referrals from service providers. If you are at risk of being homeless or are already homeless, please call 211. If you are in an emergency, please dial 911. When dialing 211, they will give you the contact information to your local housing service provider and after assessment, those organizations will refer you here based upon availability, etc. 211 will direct you to an immediate shelter where you can be housed right away, they will also provide you with where to get a hot meal and other services you may need. Be sure to explain your situation fully & to call the organizations they refer you to immediately.

Hello, does my family need a referral to participate in the program?

Brittney Tauaefa | Aug 25, 2018
Upward Bound House - Family Shelter | Aug 25, 2018

Yes

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