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HEALTH CARE ACCESS LINE

1070 Emeline Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Offers an information phone line for residents of Santa Cruz County to find out about health insurance programs like Medi-Cal, Healthy Families or Healthy Kids. Operators answer questions on eligibilities, cost, plan coverage, and where to apply. Information can also be access in the website.

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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YOUTH EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

4450 Capitola Road Suite 106, Capitola, CA 95010

Provides students with work-based learning opportunities, including expos, panel discussions, and guest speaker events, to facilitate career exploration and networking with industry professionals. Offers internship placements for post-secondary students to support career pathway development and practical skill building.

CONSULAR SERVICES

302 Enzo Drive Suite 200, San Jose, CA 95138

Provides assistance to citizens of Mexico living in or visiting the United States.

Provides government documents for Mexican citizens, powers of attorney to be used in Mexico, and visas to foreigners to visit, work, live or study in Mexico. Also provides visas to live or work in Mexico to foreigners.

Offers free legal advice for criminal, family, civil, administrative, labor, immigration and human rights cases.

TRIPLE P

4450 Capitola Road, Suite 106, Capitola, CA 95010

Provides positive parenting educational services, including seminars, workshops, and support groups, to strengthen family relationships and promote child development. Offers specialized individual coaching sessions and targeted parenting support to assist families with managing common childhood and behavioral challenges.

AVID

300 La Fonda Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Provides college readiness and academic preparation to support students pursuing higher education. Offers college preparatory coursework and dedicated elective classes to develop essential academic skills.

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IMMUNIZATIONS AND VACCINES

1060 Emeline Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Provides the general public of Santa Cruz County information and prevention on various types of viruses, or influenzas. Also offers information and referrals to various immunization and vaccination clinics throughout the county.
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FAMILY HEALTH PROGRAMS- HOME VISITING PROGRAMS

1060 Emeline Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
  • Public Health Field Nursing A voluntary home visiting program with a Public Health Nurse to support families during pregnancy and with children up to 5 years old. The program provides strength-based case management, assists families with accessing resources, and provides health and parenting education.
  • Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) An evidence-based home visiting program that pairs first time expectant parents with a specially trained nurse. The program begins during pregnancy and provides support, education, and resources to families until their child turns 2 years old. Nurses also check in with the parent regarding their health and wellness and their child's growth and development.
  • Comprehensive Perinatal Services Program (CPSP)CPSP is a statewide program that provides enhanced reimbursement for a wide range of services to Medi-Cal eligible pregnant and postpartum women.
  • Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) ProgramPublic Health Nurses in Santa Cruz County provide bereavement support, information, resources, and follow-up services to assist families and caregivers who have experienced the loss of an infant from SIDS or Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID).

JOB SEEKER SERVICES

229 Green Valley Road, Freedom, CA 95019

Provides career pathways exploration, skill development, job search assistance, resume building, and occupational training for job seekers. Offers specialized employment support, training placement, and career navigation for dislocated workers and military veterans. Connects participants to online workforce tools, career development resources, and co-enrollment training opportunities.

ST. FRANCIS CATHOLIC KITCHEN

205 Mora Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Provides hot midday meals to individuals in need. Offers clothing distribution and access to shower facilities.

RECREATION SERVICES

979 17th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Provides recreation facilities including a community center with a commercial grade kitchen, four swimming pools (a 50-meter lap pool, a warm-water pool with a zero depth entry ramp for wheelchair access, a wading pool and a corkscrew water slide) and an eating area near the pools. Offers swimming lessons for all ages, lap swimming lanes, swim teams, water polo, water therapy, water aerobics, lifeguard training, social and recreational activities for youth, seniors and children.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

809 Center Street, Room 6, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Matches interested community members (age 13 and over) with City departments in need of volunteers. Also offers opportunities for groups with special proposals to implement their projects as volunteers.

PACIFIC PRESCHOOL

50 Ocean Street, Davenport, CA 95017

Provides a preschool program focusing on screen-free outdoor learning, social development, creative play, practical skills, art, music, and pre-K preparation. Offers morning schedules with optional afternoon extended care, alongside daily scratch-prepared breakfast and lunch. Gives enrolled participants priority for elementary school enrollment.

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CALFRESH

500 Westridge Drive, Watsonville, CA 95076

Provides financial assistance for eligible residents to purchase healthy and nutritious foods. Benefits are issued monthly on an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card. The card is used as a debit card to purchase food at participating retailers. Emergency CalFresh may be available within three days in certain circumstances. Please ask representative about qualifications for Emergency CalFresh.

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MEDI-CAL (LOCAL HEALTH PLAN PROVIDER: CENTRAL CALIFORNIA ALLIANCE FOR HEALTH)

500 Westridge Drive, Watsonville, CA 95076

Provides needed health care services for eligible low-income individuals and families.

Medi-Cal helps cover: -Ambulatory patient services -Emergency services -Hospitalization -Dental care which includes preventive and diagnostic services (Denti-Cal) -Maternity and newborn care -Mental health and substance use disorder services, including behavioral health treatment -Prescription drugs -Rehabilitative and habilitative services and devices -Laboratory services. -Preventive and wellness services -Chronic disease management -Pediatric services (including oral and vision care) -Offers members Non-Emergency Medical Transportation on a case by case basis

For information about recent and upcoming changes to Medi-Cal visit the California Department of Health Care Services Medi-Cal Changes webpage.

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QUEER & TRANS YOGA WITH SAPPHIRE YOGA COLLECTIVE

1117 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Provides trauma-informed yoga classes designed to promote physical and emotional well-being. Offers structured sessions led by qualified instructors in an inclusive environment.

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CHAIR YOGA FOR SENIORS

114 E 5th Street, Watsonville, CA 95076

Provides chair yoga for seniors. No experience necessary.

MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUPS

Online Resource, CA

Offers support groups for adults who identify as living with a mental health condition.

PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER

55 Brennan Street Room 201, Watsonville, CA 95076

Offers no-cost and low-cost services to women in need of pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, prenatal care, perinatal education, well-woman care, rapid std testing & treatment and counseling services. Material assistance such as diapers, baby clothes and baby furniture are available to clients. We accept Medi-Cal.

LA ESCUELITA

Watsonville, CA 95076

Provides early childhood education services to prepare children for school entry. Offers part-day and full-day early learning programs that include daily meals and snacks, health screenings, parent education, and social service referrals.

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER

120 Weeks Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Provides early childhood care, education, and development enrichment for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Offers parenting education, child development support, and curriculum focused on self-care and self-regulation to strengthen family resilience. Connects families to community resources, behavioral health care, and social service assistance programs through direct navigation and referrals.

PEER BASED MENTAL HEALTH & SUD SUPPORT - ENCOMPASS DOWNTOWN OUTREACH WORKERS

380 Encinal Street, Suite 200, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Provides street outreach, crisis support, and service navigation for adults experiencing homelessness or mental health conditions. Connects participants to housing, healthcare, substance use disorder treatment, and community supportive resources. Collaborates with local partner agencies and community stakeholders to promote care coordination.

YOUTH PROBATION DIVERSION PROGRAM - ENCOMPASS ASCEND

380 Encinal Street, Suite 200, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Provides transition support and case management for youth exiting probation-based placements and returning to family-based home environments. Collaborates with local probation, education, and law enforcement agencies to create comprehensive transition plans. Connects participants and families to mental health counseling, substance use resources, employment assistance, academic support, and prosocial activities.

RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT SERVICES - ENCOMPASS EL DORADO CENTER

Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Provides short-term, intensive residential mental health treatment in an unlocked setting for individuals stepping down from locked care. Offers individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, structured activities, community outings, and independent living skills assistance. Administers nursing support and psychiatric care, including medication monitoring and management, to assist clients with transitioning back to community living.

GOAL- GREATER OPPORTUNITIES THOUGH ADULT LEARNING

300 La Fonda Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Services will be practicing distance learning until further notice. Short-term Career Technical Education:
  • Explore high in-demand jobs in your area
  • Learn about career pathways
  • Trainings based on your interests & strengths
  • Become more competitive in the job market