Yreka Basecamp — Siskiyou County Shelter HOusing
A Safe Haven.
A Fresh Start.
Everyone deserves a safe place to begin again. Yreka Basecamp is dedicated to serving the most vulnerable, unhoused individuals in Siskiyou County.
Siskiyou County
More than just shelter:
we offer safety, dignity,
and opportunity.
Through low-barrier access, trauma-informed care, and community partnerships, we help individuals navigate a pathway from crisis to self-sufficiency.
With 32 beds and an evidence-based, compassionate approach, our shelter provides the stability and support people need to heal, access treatment, secure employment, and move toward permanent housing.
Our services include:
Safe, supportive, low-barrier shelter (32 beds)
Case management and housing navigation
Mental health and substance use disorder support
Employment assistance
Connection to local services and providers
Our Approach
Yreka Basecamp operates under a
Housing First model—stabilizing individuals
first so they can address other needs.
Low-barrier
No requirement for sobriety or employment to access shelter.
Trauma-informed
Staff are trained in evidence-based practices.
Person-centered
Every guest has a plan tailored to their goals.
Collaborative
We work closely with healthcare providers, law enforcement, workforce development, and local partners.
Location
1200 South Main Street
Yreka, CA 96097
Located near essential community
services and transit access.
“This is not just shelter.
It’s the start of a new chapter.”
— BASECAMP PARTICIPANT
Frequently Asked Questions
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Adults (18+) experiencing homelessness in Siskiyou County are eligible. Priority is given to individuals with the highest need, including those with chronic homelessness, mental health challenges, or justice involvement.
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No. Yreka Basecamp is a free service offered to eligible participants as part of a community commitment to ending homelessness in Siskiyou County.
We’re here to help.
If you or someone you know needs support, please reach out. Use the contact info below, or fill out this form and someone from our team will be in touch.
Your privacy is important to us. We are committed to maintaining strict confidentiality.