WeHOPE’s Mobile Homeless Services meet the needs of those experiencing homelessness through initiatives that include access to free showers, laundry, safe parking for vehicle dwellers, virtual medical assessments, and comprehensive case management to assist in securing permanent housing.
Laundry and shower services provided to unsheltered individuals throughout the Bay Area and Los Angeles
In August 2015, WeHOPE launched Dignity on Wheels (DoW), a mobile hygiene service that provides free showers and laundry services to the homeless in 5 counties and 20 cities throughout the Bay Area and Los Angeles. Comprehensive case management support is provided to address a variety of individual challenges including job loss, illness, and food insecurity.
*provided since DoW’s inception
Safe parking provided to individuals and families living in RVs
In 2019, WeHOPE partnered with the City of East Palo Alto to launch the first in the county RV Safe Parking Program. The program provides safe overnight parking, toilets, showers, laundry services, meals, security, and comprehensive case management to assist in securing permanent supportive housing.
13 families received housing vouchers within the first 3 months of program start date
Virtual medical assessments and personal recharge stations for individuals living in encampments
In partnership with the City of San Jose and Stanford School of Medicine, WeHOPE provides virtual medical assessments, internet access, charging stations, wellness information, and healthy snacks. Comprehensive case management support is provided to address a variety of individual challenges, including job loss, illness, and food insecurity.
Bay Area encampment residents received COVID-19 testing and wellness information throughout shelter in place order.
