The Tenant Support Program (TSP) in Oakland, CA is a community-based initiative that provides a range of support services for individuals facing housing challenges and mental health difficulties. TSP offers peer-led support groups focused on spirituality, mindfulness, yoga, and more, as well as housing support resources such as the Berkeley Drop-In Center and Reaching Across. The program aims to empower community members by offering assistance with housing applications, connection to resources, and peer support for overall wellness and social growth.
The Berkeley Drop-In Center, a part of the Tenant Support Program, is a peer-led community center that has been serving the unhoused population and individuals affected by mental health challenges since 1988. With a focus on wellness, the center provides various services including free mail service, lockers, refreshments, computer access, and a community closet stocked with clothing and hygiene kits. Additionally, the center offers peer support, wellness classes, and assistance with housing retention and accessing other resources. The Berkeley Drop-In Center aims to create lasting positive changes for both individuals and the community through its dedicated staff and lived experience approach.
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