Valley Oasis
Also known as Antelope Valley Domestic Violence Council.
Valley Oasis is an organization in Lancaster, CA offering childcare, clothing, crisis services, employment, financial, food, housing, legal, mental health, transportation, and youth services. Provides homelessness assistance and services for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
- Location
- Lancaster, CA
- Services
- Childcare, Clothing, Crisis services, Employment, Financial, Food, Housing, Legal, Mental health, Transportation, Youth services
- Website
- https://www.valleyoasis.org/
- EIN
- 953582588
Services
Homeless and Housing Services
Provides housing stabilization, interim shelter navigation, permanent housing assistance, and street outreach through the Los Angeles County Coordinated Entry System (CES). Services include individualized case management, problem-solving, landlord engagement, and eligible financial assistance to help participants secure and retain stable housing.
Eligibility: Serves adults, families with children, and transition-aged youth (ages 18–24) who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness.
Application: Call (661) 239-9300 or (661) 942-2758 to speak with a staff member regarding housing services.
Domestic Violence Emergency Shelter and Hotline
Operates a 60-day, 65-bed emergency domestic violence shelter providing safe lodging for men, women, and children fleeing abuse. Services include a 24-hour crisis hotline, peer counseling, emergency food and clothing, restraining order assistance, hospital emergency room and law enforcement response, and CalVCB claim support.
Eligibility: Men, women, and children of all ages who are fleeing domestic violence.
Application: Contact the 24-hour hotline at (661) 945-6736 or email firststep@avdvc.org.
Schedule: Hotline operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Domestic Violence Housing First (DVHF)
Helps domestic violence survivors secure and sustain permanent housing through trauma-informed assistance. Supports rent and utility costs, children's needs, transportation, work uniforms, employment-related fees, and other essential items.
Eligibility: Survivors of domestic violence.
Steppin’ Into The Light
Low-barrier, harm-reduction transitional residential program accommodating up to eight families experiencing a housing crisis caused by domestic or intimate partner violence. Provides case management, peer counseling, individual therapy, parenting classes, employment assistance, money management, transportation, and community referrals.
Eligibility: Individuals and families facing housing crisis as a result of domestic violence or intimate partner violence.
CalWORKs Domestic Violence Support Services (DVSS) and Legal Services
Provides comprehensive case management, a 21-week domestic violence support and education group, individual therapy with a licensed therapist, and legal representation for CalWORKs participants. Legal help covers family law issues including divorce, custody, and restraining orders, along with immigration, government benefits, housing disputes, and expungements. Childcare is provided during appointments and classes.
Eligibility: CalWORKs recipients and their minor children who are affected by domestic violence. Clients must be referred through Valley Oasis programs to access legal services.
Application: Call the CalWORKs Outreach/Legal office at (661) 723-7772.
Fees: Free legal services for qualified clients.
DVSFA Legal Immigration Services
Provides legal assistance in family law and immigration matters, including divorce, child custody, restraining orders, U-Visas, and VAWA applications, for domestic violence survivors who are not receiving CalWORKs.
Eligibility: Domestic violence survivors who are not currently receiving CalWORKs, older domestic violence survivors without minor children residing with them, and undocumented survivors regardless of U-Visa or VAWA status.
Kayla’s Place
Offers trauma-informed therapy and evidence-based clinical treatments (such as EMDR, play therapy, art therapy, and individual psychotherapy) for children and youth who have been exposed to domestic violence or other traumatic events.
Eligibility: Children ages 4 to 17 who have experienced trauma qualifying for Victims of Crime services; caregiver must hold legal custody.
Application: Call (661) 949-3269 to initiate services.
Sexual Assault Response Services (SARS)
Rape Crisis Center providing a 24/7 crisis hotline, confidential individual crisis counseling, community education, and 24/7 advocate accompaniment to the Antelope Valley Medical Center emergency room, forensic exams, law enforcement interviews, and court appearances. Also includes PREA coordination at California State Prison Lancaster and SART advocacy.
Application: Call the 24-hour SARS hotline at (661) 723-7273 or contact the daytime office at (661) 949-6143.
Schedule: Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM. Hotline and crisis response services are available 24/7.
Locations
- Homeless & Housing Services Office, 1669 W. Ave J Suite 202, Lancaster, CA, 93534 — Open Monday through Friday from 8AM to 5PM.
- CalWORKs Outreach and Legal Office, 121 Carriage Lane #101, Lancaster, CA, 93534 — Open Monday through Friday from 8AM to 5PM.
- Kayla's Place and Sexual Assault Response Services Office, 1150 W Ave I, Lancaster, CA, 93434 — Open Monday through Friday from 8AM to 5PM.
Questions
What does Valley Oasis offer?
Valley Oasis offers Homeless and Housing Services, Domestic Violence Emergency Shelter and Hotline, Domestic Violence Housing First (DVHF), Steppin’ Into The Light, CalWORKs Domestic Violence Support Services (DVSS) and Legal Services, DVSFA Legal Immigration Services, Kayla’s Place, and Sexual Assault Response Services (SARS).
Where is Valley Oasis?
Valley Oasis is at 1669 W. Ave J Suite 202, Lancaster, CA, 93534, 121 Carriage Lane #101, Lancaster, CA, 93534, and 1150 W Ave I, Lancaster, CA, 93434.
How do I contact Valley Oasis?
To reach Valley Oasis, visit https://www.valleyoasis.org/.
Who is eligible for Homeless and Housing Services?
Eligibility for Homeless and Housing Services: Serves adults, families with children, and transition-aged youth (ages 18–24) who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness.
How do I apply for Homeless and Housing Services?
Application for Homeless and Housing Services: Call (661) 239-9300 or (661) 942-2758 to speak with a staff member regarding housing services.
Who is eligible for Domestic Violence Emergency Shelter and Hotline?
Eligibility for Domestic Violence Emergency Shelter and Hotline: Men, women, and children of all ages who are fleeing domestic violence.
When is Domestic Violence Emergency Shelter and Hotline available?
Schedule for Domestic Violence Emergency Shelter and Hotline: Hotline operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
How do I apply for Domestic Violence Emergency Shelter and Hotline?
Application for Domestic Violence Emergency Shelter and Hotline: Contact the 24-hour hotline at (661) 945-6736 or email firststep@avdvc.org.
Who is eligible for Domestic Violence Housing First (DVHF)?
Eligibility for Domestic Violence Housing First (DVHF): Survivors of domestic violence.
Who is eligible for Steppin’ Into The Light?
Eligibility for Steppin’ Into The Light: Individuals and families facing housing crisis as a result of domestic violence or intimate partner violence.
Who is eligible for CalWORKs Domestic Violence Support Services (DVSS) and Legal Services?
Eligibility for CalWORKs Domestic Violence Support Services (DVSS) and Legal Services: CalWORKs recipients and their minor children who are affected by domestic violence. Clients must be referred through Valley Oasis programs to access legal services.
Does CalWORKs Domestic Violence Support Services (DVSS) and Legal Services cost anything?
Fees for CalWORKs Domestic Violence Support Services (DVSS) and Legal Services: Free legal services for qualified clients.
How do I apply for CalWORKs Domestic Violence Support Services (DVSS) and Legal Services?
Application for CalWORKs Domestic Violence Support Services (DVSS) and Legal Services: Call the CalWORKs Outreach/Legal office at (661) 723-7772.
Who is eligible for DVSFA Legal Immigration Services?
Eligibility for DVSFA Legal Immigration Services: Domestic violence survivors who are not currently receiving CalWORKs, older domestic violence survivors without minor children residing with them, and undocumented survivors regardless of U-Visa or VAWA status.
Who is eligible for Kayla’s Place?
Eligibility for Kayla’s Place: Children ages 4 to 17 who have experienced trauma qualifying for Victims of Crime services; caregiver must hold legal custody.
How do I apply for Kayla’s Place?
Application for Kayla’s Place: Call (661) 949-3269 to initiate services.
When is Sexual Assault Response Services (SARS) available?
Schedule for Sexual Assault Response Services (SARS): Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM. Hotline and crisis response services are available 24/7.
How do I apply for Sexual Assault Response Services (SARS)?
Application for Sexual Assault Response Services (SARS): Call the 24-hour SARS hotline at (661) 723-7273 or contact the daytime office at (661) 949-6143.
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