The Somali Bantu Association of America (SBAOA) is a nonprofit organization created in 2009 as a resource for refugee families seeking to adjust to their new lives in the United States; the Somali Bantu Association of America educates, serves, and organizes cultural and life-skill training programs in an effort to promote self-sufficiency among the individuals and families comprising not only the Somali Bantu community but all East African refugees in and around City Heights including Somalis, Congolese, Burundian, Ugandan, Sudanese and other immigrants. Our clients include men and women, children, and seniors, and our services are free.
- 5532 El Cajon Blvd, Suites 1, 2, 4, 5, and 6
San Diego, CA 92115 - info@sbaoa.org
- (619) 946-5599
- Visit our website here
Programs
Help finding and maintaining stable housing, completing housing applications, and accessing security deposit and move-in cost assistance for eligible participants. Services also include case management, application assistance, and connections to public benefits and community resources.
Community health worker support, health education, care coordination, Medi-Cal application assistance, and connections to healthcare providers and wellness resources.
Immigration consultations, application assistance, legal education, and representation for eligible cases. Contact SBAOA for screening and service availability.
Individualized assistance helping adults with developmental disabilities and their families navigate services, coordinate resources, build independence, and plan for future needs. Available to eligible adults age 18 or older who live with family and receive Regional Center services. San Diego Regional Center authorization is required.
Youth mentoring, leadership development, educational and recreational activities, English language learning, digital literacy, job readiness, and practical skills development. Contact SBAOA for current opportunities and eligibility requirements.
Nutritious food, diapers, baby wipes, and feminine hygiene supplies for individuals and families in need. Contact SBAOA for distribution schedules, registration requirements, and availability.
Languages
- English
- Somali
- Maay Maay
- Swahili
- Oromo
- Dari
- Farsi
- Pashto
- Language availability varies by service. Please contact SBAOA to confirm