San Diego Rescue Mission Updates Homelessness Support and Navigation Center Plans

The Standing Committee on Homelessness meeting held on August 28, 2025, in Vista, San Diego County, focused on updates regarding local homelessness initiatives and collaboration efforts among various organizations.

The meeting began with discussions about the importance of working together with the commission to create a comprehensive package of recommendations. This collaborative approach aims to enhance the effectiveness of the city’s response to homelessness.

A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to updates from the San Diego Rescue Mission, particularly regarding their outreach efforts and strategic plans. The team highlighted their ongoing work and expressed readiness to initiate a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Equis, a potential partner in providing services. This partnership is seen as a crucial step in expanding support for the homeless community.

Additionally, the committee discussed the need for "wraparound services," a term frequently mentioned but often not fully realized in practice. This highlights a gap in the current service delivery model that the committee aims to address.

The meeting concluded with an invitation for committee members to join a tour of potential navigation center sites at Business Park Drive, emphasizing the proactive steps being taken to explore new solutions for homelessness in the area.

Overall, the discussions underscored the committee's commitment to enhancing collaboration and service delivery to better support the homeless population in Vista. The next steps will involve finalizing partnerships and exploring new site options for navigation centers.