Step Up’s Programs & Services in Los Angeles County
Step Up’s very first facility is Step Up on Second, which opened its doors in Santa Monica, CA in 1994. Step Up now owns and/or operates 421 units of innovative, community-based permanent supportive housing across 12 developments in Los Angeles County.
For more information, please contact Step Up Headquarters at (310) 394-6889
Permanent Supportive Housing Locations in Los Angeles County
Step Up on Second
1328 Second Street, Santa Monica
Step Up’s very first facility which opened in 1994 with 36 units.single room occupancy (SRO) permanent supportive housing project for adults experiencing mental health conditions and homelessness. Major funding provided by the City of Santa Monica, Step Up has served as the service coordinator, mental health provider, and property manager. On the ground floor is nationally recognized psycho-social rehabilitation center and Fresh Start Cafe.
Step Up on Fifth
1548 Fifth Street, Santa Monica
The National Winner of the 2015 HUD Secretary’s Housing and Community Design Award, Step Up on Fifth is located in a vibrant area just three blocks from Step Up on Second. There are 46 units serving adults and young people.
Major supporters of this $18 million project include: tax credit funding of $7.5 million; and City of Santa Monica support of $7.1 million; Step Up’s own $2.5 million capital campaign with generous support provided by a lead gift from the George Hoag Family Foundation, The Annenberg Foundation, The Weingart Foundation, and The Ahmanson Foundation.
Daniel’s Village
2624 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica
These 8 units of Daniel’s Village, which opened in 2009, are specifically designed for young adults experiencing homelessness and the initial symptoms of mental health conditions. This project was a major rehab of a 1940’s hotel located on the original Route 66.
Step Up on Colorado
520 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica
Step Up’s award-winning community, the Kaufmann Apartments at Step Up on Colorado, opened in 2015, ending homelessness for 32 of Santa Monica’s most vulnerable neighbors.
Step Up on 26th Street
Santa Monica
12 units for individuals who have experienced homelessness and mental health conditions but require less intensive onsite support. The hope is to transfer a couple of tenants who have had long-term success in PSH to this community in order to create vacancies for more vulnerable individuals at other Step Up communities.
Step Up on Vine
1057 N. Vine Street, Hollywood
Opened in 2013, with 34 units. Seven of these units are reserved for transition-age youth. With initial funding from the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health, a private contribution by Aileen Getty, and in partnership with Shangri-La Construction, Step Up on Vine was converted from a hotel into permanent supportive housing. It represents Step Up’s expansion of its “housing first” model outside of the Santa Monica area and into Hollywood.
Michael’s Village
7160 Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood
Through a collaboration between Step Up and Aileen Getty, the Hollywood Studio Inn was purchased in early November 2010 with 32 units for individuals experiencing chronic homelessness and mental health conditions in Hollywood. Six units are reserved for TAY. Comprehensive supportive services are provided by both live-in and on-site supportive services staff.
Major supporters of this $18 million project include: tax credit funding of $7.5 million; and City of Santa Monica support of $7.1 million; Step Up’s own $2.5 million capital campaign with generous support provided by a lead gift from the George Hoag Family Foundation, The Annenberg Foundation, The Weingart Foundation, and The Ahmanson Foundation.
The Tammy
1146 Tamarind Avenue, Hollywood
Through another successful collaboration between Step Up and Aileen Getty, 10 units for individuals experiencing chronic homelessness and mental health conditions in Hollywood.
Building 209
West LA VA Campus
Located on the Veterans Affairs Campus in West LA north of Wilshire, these 54 units are for Veterans who were experiencing chronic homelessness and mental health conditions. Step Up’s Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) team coordinators to assist with services.
Building 205
700 Bonsall Ave, LA, CA 90025
Opened in 2023, Building 205 is located on the Veterans Affairs Campus in West Los Angeles. This acquisition/rehab project provides 68 units of veteran housing in a state-of-the-art facility. It joins Buildings 208 and 209, also located on campus, to create a multi-development support community exclusive for veterans.
Building 208
710 Bonsall Ave, LA, CA 90025
Opened in 2023, Building 208 is located on the Veterans Affairs Campus in West Los Angeles. This acquisition/rehab project provides 54 units of veteran housing in a state-of-the-art facility. It joins Buildings 205 and 209, also located on campus, to create a multi-development support community exclusive for veterans.
Step Up on Western
5501, 5425 S. Western Ave, LA, CA 90026
Step Up on Western opened in 2021 in South Los Angeles. This motel conversion was supported by Project Homekey and offers 33 units of permanent supportive housing for veterans.
Step Up on West 3rd
1900 W 3rd St, LA, CA
A motel conversion supported by Project Homekey, Step Up on West 3rd will provide 137 units of permanent supportive housing to individuals experiencing serious mental health disorders and chronic homelessness. Step Up on West 3rd is located in the heart of Los Angeles.
Step Up on Broadway
301 W 49th St., LA, CA
Step Up on Broadway is a motel conversion, supported by Project Homekey, that is scheduled to open in 2023. Located South Los Angeles, it will provide 35 units of permanent supportive housing.
Plaza Ortiz
3650 Center Ave, El Monte, CA
Plaza Ortiz was developed in partnership with the Cesar Chavez Foundation to provide 53 units of high-quality affordable housing for veterans and low-income residents. Residents have access to onsite social supports, recreational services, and an after-school program. Learn more about the Plaza Ortiz.
