Apply to Become A Resident

Thank you for your interest! Whether you are a Social Worker or a youth in care, we hope the information on this page will help you navigate the application process. Placements are subject to availability.

Please send, or have your Social Worker send, additional information to determine eligibility for placement to Tammy Nelson, Program Director at TammyN@oakgrovesanctuarypalmsprings.org. You can also call her at (760) 774-2774 with any questions or concerns.

The following must be included to be considered:

  • Completed Oak Grove Sanctuary Palm Springs Program Application (click below and print)

  • Release of Information Waiver (click below and print)

  • Health Passport

  • Education Records

  • Transitional Independent Living Plan

  • Incident Reports

  • Mental Health Records

  • Court Records or Probation Reports

Application Process:

  1. Application Review: Submit all required information for review.

  2. Phone Interview: If you/client were determined to be a good fit, a staff member will call for an over-the-phone interview.

  3. In-Person Interview & Tour: If again determined to be a fit, a follow-up, in-person interview will then be arranged for the youth and their social worker. The interview will include for a tour of the home and an in-depth interview. 

Those involved in making the final decision would include the youth, their/your social worker, and Oak Grove Sanctuary Staff.

Thanks again for your interest in Sanctuary Palm Springs! We look forward to being in touch soon.