BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — Volunteers are being sought for the 2026 Point-in-Time Count, an annual assessment of homelessness in Kern County.
The count is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026, from 3:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. An accurate count is crucial to ensure the county receives adequate resources to combat homelessness.
The Bakersfield-Kern Regional Homeless Collaborative stated that volunteers must complete training, regardless of prior experience. Training is available both virtually and in-person.
Those interested can register HERE.