Merced County Navigation Center

Merced County Navigation Center

Family / Youth Shelter — low-barrier congregate emergency shelter and navigation center

low-barrier congregate emergency shelter and navigation center. Serves Individuals experiencing homelessness in Merced County. Gender/access: All genders. Age: Adults; exact minimum age not published. Household eligibility: Current page describes individuals and does not publish family accommodations. Intake: All referrals must come through Turning Point New Directions at 209-205-3123; placement depends on availability. Eligibility: Individuals experiencing homelessness. Documents: Determined during coordinated assessment. Accessibility: Contact center for accommodations. Pets: Dog kennels and pet vaccinations available. Service animals: Contact center for service-animal procedures. Published capacity: 76 beds. Waitlist/availability: Placement based on availability after referral assessment. Meals: Three meals daily. Showers: Showers and bathrooms. Laundry: Laundry. Case management: Case management. Housing navigation: Housing search, stabilization and rapid-rehousing assistance. Mental-health services: Community resource connections. Transportation: Bike repairs and service coordination. Donations: Pet-supply donations accepted through the operator’s Chewy program. Volunteering: Contact Mission Merced about volunteering.