Our decades of service has taught us at Homeward Bound of Marin to believe that ending homelessness is a critical goal and one that is achievable by helping people lay the groundwork for a self-sufficient lifestyle.

Homeward Bound of Marin operates emergency shelters for both families and single adults. If you need help, please contact our centers.

of Homeless Families Exited to Housing Last Year
83%
of Homeless Families Exited to Housing Last Year

Family Center – shelter for families

430 Mission Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901
415-457-2115
1-866-660-4288 TTY English
1-866-288-1311 TTY Spanish

Mill Street Center – shelter for adults

190 Mill Street, San Rafael, CA 94901
415-457-9651 or 800-428-1488
1-866-660-4288 TTY English
1-866-288-1311 TTY Spanish

Homeless People Served Last Year
1,283
Homeless People Served Last Year

People in need also may contact these agencies for services:

St. Vincent de Paul Society Free Dining Room
820 B Street, San Rafael, CA 94901
415-454-3303
Open from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. serving free breakfast and lunch

Ritter Center
16 Ritter Street, San Rafael, CA 94912
415-457-8182
Showers, information, emergency clothing and food, laundry

Helen Vine Detox Center
301 Smith Ranch Road, San Rafael, CA 94903
415-492-0818
Counseling and treatment for people working to overcome drug or alcohol addiction

Center for Domestic Peace
Hotline in English — 415-924-6616
Hotline in Spanish – 415-924-3456
Men’s Hotline – 415-924-1070
Emergency shelter and support groups for people involved in domestic violence

2-1-1
Searchable database of social service agencies in the Bay Area
Dial 211 or 800-273-6222 for phone referrals

Homeward Bound is committed to equal opportunity and equal consideration without regard to race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, color, creed, gender, age, disability or any other protected class.