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CAREER ADVANCEMENT CHARTER

2039 Merrill Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Career Advancement Charter (CAC) will serve students ages 17 and older who have not yet obtained a high school diploma through programs provided in multiple locations within Santa Cruz County.
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PARENT AND FAMILY COUNSELING

530 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Provides professional counseling for parents and families. Offers parenting classes and individual and family therapy to work towards reunification when possible and prevent and treat child abuse. Provides counseling services for children who have medi-cal and a mental health diagnosis. Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare
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ADULT BASIC AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

320 Rodriguez Street, Watsonville, CA 95076
An individualized course of study based on assessment, schedule, and goals will be designed for each student enabling students to earn their high school diploma or pass the High School Equivalency exams while improving their skills for college or career training. Courses are offered in teacher-directed classrooms with a blend of online, direct and individualized instruction. Online distance learning is available in combination with classroom instruction. Stress Busters: Supportive Relationships

AFTER SCHOOL RECREATION

50 Ocean Street, Davenport, CA 95017
After School Recreation is available after school hours end for all Pacific School and Pacific Preschool students. Activities include games, sports, snacks, free play, homework, arts and crafts, etc. Preschool students must be picked up by 2:45. Transitional Kindergarten through Sixth Grade students must be picked up by 5:15. After-school programming is free for income-qualified families and offered at a low daily rate for others.

LIBRARY SERVICES

2380 Portola Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment. Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences. Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities. Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement. Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

PUBLIC LIBRARY SERVICES

2021 Freedom Boulevard, Freedom, CA 95019

Provides library cards, public computer, and wireless internet access. Offers e-resources, research databases, collection of books, newspapers, magazines, CDs, and DVDs. Provides activities for all ages including storytime reading, paint & tech nights and music. Provides adult literacy programs including individual reading, writing, and tutoring.

PUBLIC LIBRARY SERVICES

275 Main Street, Suite 100, Watsonville, CA 95076

Provides library cards, public computer, and wireless internet access. Offers e-resources, research databases, collection of books, newspapers, magazines, CDs, and DVDs. Provides activities for all ages including storytime reading, paint & tech nights and music. Provides adult literacy programs including individual reading, writing, and tutoring.

WELL-WOMAN CARE

1570 Soquel Drive, Suite 3 And 4, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
Annual exam which includes breast exams, pelvic exams & pap smears, STD/STI testing & treatment, and an overall health exam.

PRENATAL CARE

Pregnancy Resource Center of Santa Cruz offers no-cost and low-cost services to women in need of pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, prenatal care, perinatal education, well-woman care, std testing & treatment and counseling services. Material assistance such as diapers, baby clothes and baby furniture are available to clients. We accept Medi-Cal. Spanish speaking counseling is available on certain days.

HOPE SERVICES SOUTH DISTRICT

220 Lincoln Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
In Santa Cruz, we provide an array of employment, community living and day program services to individuals with developmental disabilities Collects electronic waste including monitors, computers and accessories, televisions, stereos, DVD players and other electronic items. Also, accepts donations of clothing, and automobiles, running or not.

ADULT SUBSTANCE USE COUNSELING SERVICES - ENCOMPASS ALTO CENTERS - NORTH & SOUTH COUNTY

380 Encinal St, Ste 200, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Provides Substance Use Disorder Treatment including individual, group and family counseling. Offers strategies to resolve legal, social, and family issues stemming from alcohol and drug abuse including:

  • Individual and group chemical dependency counseling
  • Aftercare and relapse prevention counseling
  • Drug and alcohol abuse education

Court-related services include:

  • Deferred Judgment (Court Diversion) provides an alternative to incarceration for first-offenders Alto In-Custody SUD Provides Substance Use Disorder treatment groups for incarcerated adults at the local county jail facilities. Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices

SENIOR COMPANION

Senior Companions volunteers provide friendly visitor and peer support in the homes of individuals having difficulty with daily living tasks. In addition, Senior Companions provide respite support for caregivers.

DAMIANS LADDER

No Physical Address

Damians Ladder assists low- and moderate-income older and disabled homeowners by providing minor home repairs that they cannot perform due to lack of funds and/or inability to physically perform the repairs themselves. Our purpose is to enable people to remain in their homes as long as possible.

COMMUNICABLE DISEASE PREVENTION AND CONTROL

1060 Emeline Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Seeks to reduce the incidence of communicable diseases in Santa Cruz County through prevention, surveillance, identification of the source of the pathogen and implementation of control measures. Offers public education that proactively educates and addresses concerns and inquiries of the news media on communicable diseases, promotes the well being of the elderly, those with disabilities, or chronic illnesses and educates the public about immunization programs and promote health for all children, adolescents and their families.
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EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES (EMS)

1080 Emeline Avenue, 2nd Floor, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Provides emergency rescue operations and/or lifesaving activities for people who are stranded, lost, accident victims or exposed to other life threatening dangers. Provides rapid transportation to health care facilities for accident victims and acutely ill or injured individuals who need immediate medical intervention both on the scene and en route.
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SUICIDE PREVENTION SERVICE

988 or 877-663-5433

24-hour accredited Suicide Crisis Line for those are in suicidal, in crisis, or concerned about another person; Community Education and Outreach presentations and training for community members and service providers; and Suicide Bereavement Support, including groups for adults. Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare

HOMELESS GARDEN PROJECT VOLUNTEER PROGRAM: CULTIVATING COMMUNITY

30 W Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Our volunteer program is flexible to allow for varied interests (farming, retail, special events, technology, etc.) and schedules (daily, weekly, or just here and there).
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STORM ASSISTANCE FOR IMMIGRANTS (SAI)

Various Location
one-time state-funded storm recovery services and disaster relief assisatnce for immigrants impacted by the storms. An adult who qualifies can receive $1,500 and children (under 18yrs) will receive $500, with a max. of $4,500 in assistance per household.
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ENCOMPASS SOBER LIVING ENVIRONMENTS

Santa Cruz, CA 95060

SOBER LIVING ENVIRONMENTS WEEKS HOUSE Description: Located just outside of Downtown Santa Cruz, CA, this 8-bed, all male facility provides a healthy balance of independence and support. The location provides easy access to public transportation and is in the heart of West Side Santa Cruz, which is bustling with activities and local businesses. At Weeks SLE, residents are encouraged to practice healthy relationships, accountability and responsibility. Active participation in some form of recovery program is required for residents, as well as attending regular house meetings and community chores. Capacity: 3 Telephone: (831) 313-5692 Email: [email protected] CLEVELAND HOUSE Description: Cleveland House is a beautiful 6-bed, female-only facility which provides a safe environment for likeminded sisters in recovery. Located near busy Mission Street in Santa Cruz's beautiful Residential West Side, residents will have access to many local eateries, businesses, activities and job opportunities. Residents are encouraged to live independently in this supportive, community based setting. Residents are encouraged to develop and practice life skills and relationship building. In this supported environment, residents are able to develop a stronger sense of accountability, responsibility and community to further their recovery. Capacity: 6 Telephone: (831) 226-3523 Email: [email protected] FREEDOM HOUSEDescription: Located just off historic Highway 1 in Aptos, CA, Freedom House is a sober living home for 12 men who are actively engaged in recovery. The multi-story home sits on a large wooded lot, in a quiet and serene setting. Freedom House is located far away from the hustle and bustle of Santa Cruz, with convenient public transportation access. At Freedom house, clients receive the benefits of community support from recovery peers as well as bilingual house management. Residents build community connections by attending weekly house meetings where rules and policies are frequently reviewed and assessed which helps to ensure a safe and supportive environment for all residents. Capacity: 12 Telephone: (831) 661-0186 Email: [email protected]

LIBRARY SERVICES

117 Union Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment. Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences. Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities. Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement. Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

LIBRARY SERVICES

2005 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA 95010
Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment. Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences. Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities. Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement. Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

CALWORKS EMERGENCY PAYMENT PROGRAM (CEPP)

406 Main Street, Suite 207, Watsonville, CA 95076
CEPP Provides emergency payments for services, information, and referrals to support the continuation of employment and educational goals for participants referred by the county's CalWORKs program.

TRANSITIONAL AGE YOUTH HOUSING NAVIGATION PROGRAM

118 First Street, Watsonville, CA 95076
Provides housing navigation and housing focused case management to young adults ages 18-24 who were formally in the Foster Care System. We provide one on one case management, housing navigation, resource connection, provide life skill training to obtain and maintain housing, along with mentorship and individualized planning.

SUMMER CAMP

3100 Bean Creek Road, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
Offers various types of Christian-oriented residential summer camps for youth. Activities including swimming, hiking, archery, volleyball, basketball, softball, treasure hunts, creek walking, nightly campfires, sing-a-longs and skits, arts and crafts, nature study, Native American Indian lore, and leadership training.

YOUTH SERVICES

500 Westridge Dr, Watsonville, CA 95076
Offers an after school youth enrichment program for children in age 5-19 to learn and get hands-on experience in science and technology, agriculture, and arts and crafts. Youth design and participate in their own programs and activities. Also offers summer and winter camps with similar activities. Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature