San Clemente is served by the County of Orange Social Services Agency for Welfare to Work Programs, the Orange County Health Care Agency for Physical and Mental Health services, and the Orange County Housing Authority for Section 8 Housing Certificates. The Orange County web site is http://www.oc.ca.gov for more information on services.

There are hundreds of Non-Profit Agencies that provide social services to households in Orange County.

Non-Profit Organizations: To find out more information on non-profit organizations serving San Clemente residents.

Orange County Partnership www.ocpartnership.net (714) 247-1207: Information on County-wide Non-Profit Organizations.

Shelters in Orange County: Homeless Shelters and related services.

Orange County Homeless Services 1300 South Grand Bldg.B Santa Ana CA 92705 714-567-5162

For senior services in Orange County go to www.oc.ca.gov or contact Karen Roper, director (800) 510-2020

For a list of Mental Health Services in South Orange County Click the following link: South Orange County Mental Health Services Matrix.

the League is a nonprofit volunteer organization whose members are dedicated to developing and implementing philanthropic programs to provide human services to the community. The programs include: Links to Learning assists teachers, counselors, and media specialists within CUSD middle schools presently; applicants may request funds for student enrichment or class room aids approved, but not funded by the district. Operation School Bell provides new clothing twice a year to school age youth between Kindergarden and 8th grade, contact your school principal for more information. Kids on the Block provides puppet programs to elementary school children to help them deal with disabilities and socially sensitive issues. The Hands on Literacy Program allows League members to participate in elementary school reading programs. Member auxiliaries include Las Felices Auxiliary and Assisteens Auxiliary. Clothing and goods donations are accepted at the Bargain Box Thrift Store to help raise money for the philanthropies.

• Phone: (949) 492-2800 Call Bargain Box for current information on membership, services and programs
• Address: Bargain Box, 526 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente

Low cost Primary Medical Care Services at the walk-in clinic in San Juan Capistrano, in addition to general medical services provided at a Mobile Medical Van rotating days between the Las Palmas Elementary School in San Clemente, Arbor Christian Fellowship in Lake Forest, and the San Juan Adult Education Center in San Juan Capistrano. Call the Clinic for days and times available. The WIC Nutrition Program provides food, vouchers, health education for women and children less than 5 years old. The Dental Clinic offers dental services to low-income individuals, call for an appointment.

• Phone: (949) 240-2030 Medical, (949)488-7682 Dental
• Address: 30300 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano - Medical and Dental Services

A 24 hour emergency shelter for youths ages 11-17. Services provided are individual, family and group counseling, school and recreational activities, support services, parenting classes, after care counseling. Program goal is family reunification.

• Phone: (949) 494-4311, or (949) 497-4861 (fax)
• Address: 980 Catalina Street, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
• E-mail: youthshelter@cspinc.org 

Volunteer Opportunities: Internship for school social service programs, companion for residents, outings with residents, support for house/youth supervisors, provide enrichment programs for residents, office/clerical support, community outreach and mentoring.

Is an independent living center which provides services to individuals with any disability. Services available include peer counseling, advocacy, housing assistance, information and referral, equipment loan, employment book, independent living skills training, attendant recruitment and referral, and sensitivity training. Mission Statement: Dayle McIntosh Center is a consumer-based agency that empowers people with any disability by providing an environment to develop options, make informed choices and control their own lives. The staff and Board, most of whom are people with disabilities, operate under the firm belief that all people are diversed, have individual value and are entitled to full inclusion in all aspects of society

• 24012 Calle Del La Plata #210, Laguna Hills, 92653
• (949)460-7784
• Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:30-5 p.m.

Volunteer Opportunities: Call for a current list of volunteer opportunities.

• 1) Discrimination Complaint Intake and Investigation


• 2) Enforcement and Impact Litigation


• 3) Landlord/Tenant Counseling and


• 4) General Fair Housing Education, Trainings and Outreach.

Provision of emergency services including food, clothing, utility, rent, emergency shelter and women’s & children’s Gilchrist House. Clothing and goods donations are accepted at their thrift store, The Robin’s Nest located at 223 Avenida Del Mar. A variety of volunteer opportunities are available.

• Phone: (949)492-8477, FAX(949) 492-8081 
• Address: 929 Calle Negocio #G, San Clemente, 92672.

Friendship Shelter in Laguna Beach provides emergency shelter and counseling for homeless people to regain their self esteem and self sufficiency. Henderson House in San Clemente provides shared transitional housing, counseling and life skills programs for graduates of Friendship Shelter and other shelter programs. To determine eligibility and availability of housing call Friendship Shelter.

• Phone: (949) 494-6928 - Friendship Shelter, (949) 366-3452 - Henderson House
• Address: P.O.Box 4252 Laguna Beach, CA 92652

Provision of Individual and Group Counseling,  Court mandated Domestic Violence Programs,  Legal Services, Day Care, and Emergency Shelter,  housing and clothing.  Clothing and goods donations are accepted at Laura’s House of Treasures located at 510 N. El Camino Real to help with their services. A variety of volunteer opportunities are available.

• Contact the office for availability of services and shelter.  Phone: (949) 361-3775
• DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE: 498-1511

Non-profit, licensed, Medi-Cal certified day Health Care Program that treats the health and supportive needs of older adults. Staffed with nurses, social workers, therapists, aids, activities, and administrative personnel. Our goals are to prevent premature institutionalization and to provide respite for stressed families.

• Phone: (949) 498-7671, or (714) 361-3361 (fax)
• Address: 2021 Calle Frontera, San Clemente, CA 92673-5645

Volunteer Opportunities: Direct participants assistance; crafts with seniors; assisting with meals and clerical duties.

Provides meal services, housing assistance, in home services, and adult day health care services for San Clemente and South Orange County.

• Administrative Offices (949) 855-8033, FAX (949) 855-8025. 
• Executive Director, Dr. Marilyn Ditty, San Clemente Senior Center: 242 Avenue Del Mar, San Clemente, CA 92672
• (949) 498-3322 or call (949) 855-8033 for other senior center locations and information
• Meal Services, including Senior lunches and Home Delivered Meals, call (949) 498-3322
• Caseworker Services, personal evaluation of social service needs of seniors - Lauren Freeman (949) 496-4252
• In Home Services (Registry Services) call (949) 492-3865
• Laguna Hills Adult Day Health Care Center, call (949) 855-9444

Summer Food Service Program, June 30 to September 5 (except July 4^th and September 1) 12 noon - 12:45 p.m. (M-F). USDA funded free lunch is served to youths 18 years of age and younger.  No registration.  Site open to all children.

• Phone: (949) 492-3401
• Address: 202 Avenida Aragon (at Calle Puente), San Clemente, CA 92672

Volunteer Opportunities: During summer hours - serve free lunch to children - see below for description of program. During school year, volunteers are needed to serve breakfast to students.

Provision of Shelter, Counseling, Parenting Education for homeless, pregnant women and their children.

• Phone: (949) 661-4408
• Address: Capistrano Beach (call to get information on admittance to program)

• Las Palmas Elementary School
• 1101 Calle Puente, San Clemente, CA, 92672
• (949) 489-7227

• Janet Dunford, OC Sheriff Department.
• (949) 361-8386

• (949)380-8144


• 26776 Vista Terrace, Lake Forrest, Ca, 92630

• (949) 498-5706

• (714) 667-8174

• (949) 240-8441 ex.101