We help homeless people move from the streets and shelters into permanent housing
Central Valley Low Income Housing Corp.
Apply For Help
Our goal is to help homeless people move into housing. We also provide fast, effective prevention services for extremely low-income people who are at risk of becoming homeless.
We do not have apartments or houses available to rent.
Click the link below to start the application process.
Please be aware it may take time to help you. If you need immediate shelter, you can find shelter information at 2-1-1 website. We participate in the local Coordinated Entry System. If you are homeless, your information will be forwarded to the Coordinated Entry System, which provides fair and equitable access to limited help in our community.
Stories of Success
Town Center Studios is 40 units of housing for persons who are chronically homeless, developed in partnership by CVLIHC, STAND, City of Stockton, San Joaquin County and Dignity Health.
“They really helped me out to make my life better, and I can proudly say I am in a home — I have been in program over a year now. I am so grateful to all of them. There are programs all around California. It’s awesome how they work side by side to help me. I love my home. They truly help.”
~ Diane Ellis, resident of Town Center Studios
A Letter from A CVLIHC Client
I am writing this letter with deep gratitude and emotion to share my success story and the incredible blessing Central Valley Low Income Housing has been in my life. As a single mother of five children, I was facing one of the most heartbreaking and humbling times—homeless, sleeping in our car, trying my best to stay strong, stay sober, and protect my babies.
When I first called, lost and unsure of what to do, I was met with kindness and compassion by Jessica at the front desk. She didn’t know me from Adam, but she took time out of her day to truly listen. Her genuine care was the first light I saw in the darkness. She walked me through the process and told me exactly who to talk to and what I needed to do to get placed on your referral-only program. That moment changed everything.
Shortly after, I was connected with my caseworker, Maribel Sanchez from the HousingWorks/First 5 Program. Words will never be enough to describe how much she means to me. Maribel goes above and beyond for me and my family. She has been a consistent source of support, strength, and encouragement through this journey. She didn’t just help us find resources—she reminded me that we matter and that we were not alone.
Marie Thornton, the head of the COC program I’m on, made the move-in process smooth and quick—not just for me, but for the landlord as well. She helped make a dream I was afraid to even speak out loud come true. Thanks to her efficiency and care, we were able to transition from living in a car to having a real home.
Because of Central Valley Low Income Housing and the amazing women within it, my family now has a roof over our heads. My children can sleep peacefully at night, and I can breathe knowing they are safe. You didn’t just help us survive—you restored our hope. You reminded me that even in my lowest moments, there are people and programs who care, who lift others up, and who are committed to changing lives.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you. I am forever grateful for Jessica, Maribel, and Marie, and for everyone at Central Valley Low Income Housing who helped rewrite our story.
With love and gratitude,
Viola Jackson
Stockton, CA
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Our Programs
By providing permanent housing opportunities, CVLIHC enables homeless individuals and families to move from shelters and the streets into real housing that improves their financial, emotional and physical wellness.
Homelessness Prevention
If you are at imminent risk of homelessness, we may be able to provide rent support to prevent you from becoming homeless.
Eligible households must be residents of San Joaquin County, make less than 30% of Area Median Income, and be able to document they are imminent risk of homelessness.
If you have been served with a notice to vacate and are facing homelessness, follow this link to our Application Form.
Rapid Re-Housing
If you are a family with minor children living in a homeless shelter, in your car, or in another place not meant for human habitation,
we may be able to provide rent and deposit support to help you enter permanent housing.
We also may be able to provide extremely short-term rent and deposit support if you are a household without children.
Eligible households must be residents of San Joaquin County and homeless to qualify, as well as other program eligibility requirements.
Permanent Supportive Housing
If you meet the federal definition of “chronically homeless,” we may be able to provide ongoing rent support, case management, and wraparound services.
Eligible households must be residents of San Joaquin County and qualify as “chronically homeless,” which means having a permanent disability and being homeless for more than 1 year (or being homeless for a total of 1 year spread over 4 different time periods within 3 years).
Other Partner Projects
We also offer several assistance programs that require referrals from other agencies. If you are homeless and have a child younger than 5, please contact First 5 San Joaquin about the HousingWORK program.
If you are facing housing challenges and are a consumer of behavioral health services, please contact San Joaquin County Behavioral Health Services about the CHOICE program.
Town Center Studios
TCS is a 40-unit development partnership with the City of Stockton and STAND for people who are “chronically homeless.”
Town Center Studios is a permanent supportive housing solution that effectively ends homelessness for its residents.
If you are chronically homeless and wish to inquire about vacancies, follow this link to our Application Form.
