Sonoma County has launched a new initiative to help residents more easily find the support they need. The campaign, called Open Doors, aims to simplify access to critical services like housing, healthcare, food assistance, and child care.
Led by the Sonoma County Human Services Department, Open Doors is a collaborative effort between the county, local nonprofits, and other community groups. It expands on the “No Wrong Door” philosophy, which means people should be connected to the right services no matter where they first seek help.
A new website serves as a central hub with a searchable directory of more than 600 social service providers. County officials say this will help residents and service providers alike find assistance faster.
Supervisor Lynda Hopkins, who chairs the Board of Supervisors, said Open Doors will create a more “compassionate and coordinated safety net” for the community, ensuring people don’t have to navigate a confusing maze of referrals to get help.
The county will begin a public awareness campaign this month, with messaging appearing on local media, billboards, and transit buses. Residents can also continue to call the 211 line for live assistance.