CARE (Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education)

 

CARE is a California State funded program designed to recruit and assist single parent recipients of CalWORKs. CARE provides support services and/or grant funds to assist single parents with academic support and financial assistance. All students who participate in the CARE program are both EOPS & CARE participants.

 

Who qualifies for CARE?

In addition, to meeting all EOPS eligibility requirements,  CARE students must also:

• Receive cash aid assistance for themselves and/or their dependant(s)
• Have single parents status with a child/dependant 18 years of age or younger

 

What services are offered through the CARE Program?

• Academic & Personal Counseling
• Career Advising
• Referrals to county resources
• Meal Vouchers for on-campus dining
• Gas Cards 
• Semesterly Parking Permit
• CARE Grant
• CARE Book Voucher
• CARE Study Sessions--with childcare & tutoring services provided.
• Workshops designed with the single parent in mind
• Backpacks with school supplies 

 

How can I apply?

Come to our office during the next application period. Please remember to bring your picture ID. Once accepted, you must attend a mandatory EOPS/CARE Orientation following your approval into the program.