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SAN LORENZO VALLEY SECONDARY SCHOOLS

325 Marion Avenue, Ben Lomond, CA 95005
Offers middle school and high school education.
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SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION

169 Walnut Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Processes claims for all Social Security programs. Provides continuing income to workers and their families in the case of retirement, disability or death. Accepts applications for Medicare. Individuals in need of cash and who are age 65 or over or who are blind or disabled, including blind and disabled children, may apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Accepts applications for original and duplicate Social Security cards. The Teleservice Center provides information about eligibility and the documents which must be submitted with the application.

OUTDOOR SCIENCE CAMP

1000 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Outdoor Science School is a week of hands-on science. The camp is set in a natural environment where students can learn about science by experiencing it in the world around them.

SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM

300 La Fonda Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Offers free and nutritious meals to children 1 to 18 years of age. The program runs through June 17th - July 17th, Closed July 4th.
SchoolAddressBreakfast (30 mins)Lunch Time
Harbor High 300 La Fonda Avenue7:45am-8:30am11am-12:30pm

YOUTH SERVICES

543 Center Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Provides daily supervised programs after school and all day during holidays and summer vacations. Full-time professional leadership is supplemented by part-time workers and volunteers. Offers programs in five areas of youth development; education and career development, leadership development, health and life skills, art and sports, and recreation. Youth Services: Academic Support, Health and Wellness, Social-Emotional Support, Youth Leadership

Stress Buters: Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships.

?ADELANTE SANTA CRUZ!

315 Poplar Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Support during middle and high school for selected students to help them on the pathway to higher education.

COMMUNITY MEDIATION

614 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Community Mediation program helps people solve interpersonal conflicts such as those between family, neighbors, housemates, homeowner associations, and more. CRC-neutral mediators guide participants through a mediation process that includes identifying problems, clarifying concerns and perspectives, developing options and reaching mutually beneficial agreements. Addressing LeaseAgreements:
  • Repeated leaseviolations
  • Rent Increases
Evictions and UnlawfulDetainers
  • Addresing unpaid rent
  • Negotiating transfer ofpessesions
Access to Property Property Damages or Maintenance

CRC VICTIMS/SURVIVORS OF CRIME

614 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Serve victims/survivors who are impacted by the following crimes:
  • Adult Physical Assault (includes aggravated and simple assault)
  • Arson
  • Bullying (Verbal, Cyber, or Physical)
  • Burglary
  • Domestic and/or Family Violence
  • DUI/DWI Incidents
  • Other: vehicular victimization (e. g. hit and run)
  • Robbery
  • Teen dating victimization

SENIOR LEGAL SERVICES

501 Soquel Avenue, Suite F, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

SLS serves residents age 60 and older in Santa Cruz and San Benito counties by offering legal advice, advocacy, and representation in the following areas. landlord/tenant relations mobile home park issues age discrimination elder abuse Medicare and Medi-Cal denials care facilities and nursing home social security consumer issues limited estate planning

ECHO LEADERSHIP

318 Cayuga Street, Suite 209, Salinas, CA 93901

Works with young women in high school to encourage them to pursue post-secondary education, and plan for future careers.

Youth Services: CAREER EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH & WELLNESS, SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT, YOUTH LEADERSHIP

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FRIENDLY PEERSUASION PHASE I/ PHASE II

1001 Huntington Drive, Aptos, CA 95003
A substance abuse education program for middle school girls, which also prepares them to become facilitators of workshops on this subject for elementary school children. This program approaches drug abuse prevention as a peer issue, using the positive influence of young people modeling healthy behaviors.

FREEDOM WOMEN'S CENTER

55 Brennan Street, Watsonville, CA 95076

The Freedom Women's Center is a faith-based, non-profit, residential discipleship/recovery program for women with life-controlling problems, including (but not limited to) drug and alcohol abuse.

SYRINGE SERVICES PROGRAM

Watsonville, CA 95076
Offers free supplies and services to injection drug users, including
  • exchange of syringes
  • HIV/HCV testing and prevention education
  • referrals and linkages to treatment
  • resources for primary care
  • mental health and substance abuse services
  • sharps containers and education on proper disposal of syringes
  • 24/7 kiosks for sharp disposals
  • Naloxone distribution
  • harm reduction and safe sex supplies
Kiosk locations:
Santa Cruz Clinic1080 Emeline Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Watsonville Health Center9 Crestview Drive Watsonville, CA 95076
Government Center701 Ocean Street Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (located on Water Street side of 701 Ocean Street)

GOVERNMENT SERVICES

370 Airport Boulevard, Freedom, CA 95019
Provides rescue and basic life support for medical emergencies. Offers programs to prevent and mitigate the threats associated with fire, medical emergencies, hazardous materials, and accidental injury through prevention and public education activities. The department is also responsible for managing the City's safety and disaster management programs.
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OUTDOOR SCIENCE CAMP

1231 Bay Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Outdoor Science School is a week of hands-on science. The camp is set in a natural environment where students can learn about science by experiencing it in the world around them.

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES

401 Old San Jose Road, Soquel, CA 95073
Various clubs and events students can join and partake in. See website for more information.

SERVICES FOR SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

303 Walnut Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Offers a 24-hour domestic violence crisis hotline, peer support groups, legal advocacy, one-on-one advocacy. Provides education and training for schools, the public service sector, and in the community with a goal of zero tolerance for domestic violence through outreach and education. Support groups aimed at supporting survivors and Seeking Safety for survivors. Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare

SANTA CRUZ COUNTY LAW LIBRARY

701 Ocean Street, Room 070, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Staff is available to assist users in locating information about legal matters in our resources and can answer basic court procedural questions. We cannot perform complex legal research, give legal advice, or provide interpretation of the law. Assistance is in-person, by phone, or by email.

HOSPICE TRANSITION & GRIEF PROGRAM

940 Disc Drive, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
Provides hospice care to terminally ill patients at home or in a skilled nursing facility. Grief Support program provides support and counseling to surviving family members and friends. Assists them through the painful period following the death of a loved one. Transitions program provides case management and non-medical supportive services for patients diagnosed with a progressive illness or end-stage disease who are not ready for hospice care. Supportive relationships with patients, caregivers, and family members, Supportive relationships with patients and families, Supportive relationships with patients and families that are culturally and linguistically appropriate, Family support services, Coordinate referrals, data, and care, Referral to other government and social service programs (e.g., for financial, food security, housing, etc.), pediatric hospice with an interdisciplinary team - RN, Social Work, Spiritual Care, Music Therapy. Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Supportive Relationships

TRANSITION AGE YOUTH

500 Westridge Drive, Watsonville, CA 95076

The Family & Children's Services Transition Age Youth (TAY) program serves current and former foster youth age 15-24 with a range of services to assist youth in making a healthy transition to adulthood. Programs include counseling, skill-building, a drop-in center and subsidized supportive housing.

TAY programs include: . The Independent Living Program (ILP) serves current and former foster and probation placement youth age 15-21. It assists youth to develop independent living skills to successfully transition to self-sufficiency and includes services such as one-on-one counseling, assistance in obtaining ID cards, driving permits and licenses and workshops on topics that assist youth in achieving personal, education and vocational goals. . The Transitional Housing Program is a supportive housing program for former non-minor dependents and foster youth between the ages 18-24. Youth are supported with financial assistance, educational expenses, emotional support, life skills coaching, and referral to community resources to help them achieve the financial stability necessary to succeed in independent living. Learn more: https://www.santacruzhumanservices.org/FamilyChildren/TransitionalAgeYout

CRISIS INTERVENTION PROGRAM

233 East Lake Avenue, Watsonville, CA 95076
Provides following services for victims of domestic violence, sexual abuse, or human trafficking:
  • Crisis counseling, including one-on-one sessions
  • Referrals and information about domestic violence or sexual assault
  • Assist the caller in developing a safety plan
  • Provide emergency response for survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault
  • Accompaniment to an evidence examination if appropriate

SLUG SUPPORT

245 Hahn Student Services, 1156 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95064

The UCSC Slug Support Program was created to promote early intervention with students of concern to prevent culminating problems from escalating into a crisis. The goal of the Slug Support Program is to identify students navigating difficult or challenging situations and assist them in resolving their concerns. Slug Support also has emergency food and housing resources for students as well as a financial assistance hardship fund for basic needs. Slug Support serves both undergraduate and graduate UCSC students.

CRITICAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE SERVICES

Po Box 891, Capitola, CA 95010
Provides financial aid and assistance to children from birth through 20 years of age with specific unmet needs such as medical, dental, mental health, educational or safety needs for which other resources are insufficient or nonexistent.

EMMAUS HOUSE

Hollister, CA 95023
Provides safety, counseling, and emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and their children. Services include:
  • 24 Hour Emergency Crisis Hotline 1-877-778-7978
  • Temporary Shelter during time of transition
  • Emergency food and clothing
  • Play/Art Therapy for Children
  • Safety and Wellness Planning
  • In-house individual and group counseling
  • Outreach therapy
  • Medical referrals and advocacy
  • Referrals for legal assistance
  • Referrals to mental health services

SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK SANTA CRUZ COUNTY

800 Ohlone Parkway, Watsonville, CA 95076

Operates food distributions of produce and non-perishable food items at 100 locations countywide.

Supplies food to 100 local nonprofits so they don't have to source food themselves Also provides bilingual nutrition education, Cal AIM healthy food boxes, CalFresh outreach, and application assistance. Supports clients during Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition