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EL DORADO CENTER | ENCOMPASS COMMUNITY SERVICES

EL DORADO CENTER

Treatment Focus: Helping individuals step down from locked care
El Dorado Center (EDC) is a community-based, short-term treatment program for individuals who may be stepping down from locked care. An intensive, structured residential program, EDC is an unlocked, home-like environment facilitating the healing process in preparation for transitioning back to community living. Our staff provide individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, structured activities, community outings, and assistance with independent living skills and connecting to the community. A registered nurse is on staff and a County psychiatrist is available for medication monitoring and management.

What's Here

General Counseling Services
Alcohol Related Crisis Intervention
Psychiatric Disorder Counseling
Drug Related Crisis Intervention
In Person Crisis Intervention
Independent Living Skills Instruction

CENTRAL COAST CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING | CENTRAL COAST CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING

CENTRAL COAST CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING

Provides information and referral on a wide range of topics related to disabilities.

-Information and Referral
-Advocacy
-Housing application assistance
-Transportation
-Personal Assistance Services
-Independent living skills training
-Peer support
-Traumatic Brain Injury Survivors Support Groups
-Outreach & education
-Assistive technology
-Benefits counseling
-Supportive Services for veterans and families
-Supports clients prepare for a disaster event

Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare, Supportive Relationships

What's Here

Transitional Housing/Shelter
General Counseling Services
Rapid Re-Housing Programs
Independent Living Skills Instruction
Assistive Technology Information
Housing Counseling
General Benefits and Services Assistance
General Mental Health Information/Education
Specialized Information and Referral

TRANSITIONAL AGE YOUTH HOUSING NAVIGATION PROGRAM

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.

What's Here

Housing Counseling
Independent Living Skills Instruction
Life Skills Education

DISABILITY SERVICES | SAN ANDREAS REGIONAL CENTER

DISABILITY SERVICES

Provides a variety of diagnostic and prevention services to help those affected by severe autism, mental retardation, cerebral palsy, uncontrolled seizures and other developmental disabilities. Services include;
  • Case management and service coordination including planning, goal setting, residential placement, respite help, medical services, therapies, parenting classes, independent living skills training, mobility training and more.
  • Early intervention services for young children (age 0-3) with developmental disabilities may include speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, infant development programs, behavior modification and respite care.
  • School age services are provided for children and youth (age 3- 22). Offers assistance accessing generic resources, advocacy at Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings, respite and camp, day care, residential placement, behavior modification and adaptive skills training.

Adults' services revolve around community inclusion, self-determination, and independence. Services deemed appropriate to meet an individual's needs may include
  • Assistance accessing community resources or entitlements such as SSI, day programs, supported employment, independent living skills training, supported living services, residential care home placement, respite, behavior modification, adaptive skills training and competency training (for court-related issues).
Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare

What's Here

General Mental Health Information/Education
Parenting Skills Classes
Case/Care Management
Pediatric Developmental Screening
Older Adult/Disability Related Supportive Housing
Independent Living Skills Instruction
Out of Home Respite Care
Pediatric Developmental Assessment

CENTRAL COAST CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING | CENTRAL COAST CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING

CENTRAL COAST CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING

Provides information and referral on a wide range of topics related to disabilities.

-Information and Referral
-Advocacy
-Housing application assistance
-Transportation
-Personal Assistance Services
-Independent living skills training
-Peer support
-Traumatic Brain Injury Survivors Support Groups
-Outreach & education
-Assistive technology
-Benefits counseling
-Supportive Services for veterans and families
-Supports clients prepare for a disaster event

Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare, Supportive Relationships

What's Here

Transitional Housing/Shelter
General Counseling Services
Rapid Re-Housing Programs
Independent Living Skills Instruction
Assistive Technology Information
Housing Counseling
General Benefits and Services Assistance
General Mental Health Information/Education
Specialized Information and Referral

HOPE SERVICES SOUTH DISTRICT | HOPE SERVICES SOUTH DISTRICT

HOPE SERVICES SOUTH DISTRICT

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.

What's Here

Electronic Waste Recycling
Independent Living Skills Instruction
Automobile Donation Programs
Job Finding Assistance
General Clothing Donation Programs

TRANSITION AGE YOUTH | COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT'S FAMILY & CHILDREN'S SERVICES

TRANSITION AGE YOUTH

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

What's Here

Employment Preparation
Transitional Housing/Shelter
Food Donation Programs
Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Life Skills Education
Low Income/Subsidized Rental Housing
General Clothing Donation Programs
Laundry Facilities
Youth Employment Programs
Work Clothing Donation Programs
Workshops/Symposiums
Housing Advocacy Groups
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Food Pantries
Employment Related Advocacy Groups
Independent Living Skills Instruction
Women's Support Groups
Continuing Education
Computer Access Aids
Employment/Retirement Related Support Groups
Social Clubs/Events
Return to Education Support
Ex-Offender Employment Programs
Student Financial Aid

TAY (TRANSITION AGE YOUTH) | ENCOMPASS COMMUNITY SERVICES

TAY (TRANSITION AGE YOUTH)

We provide resources and services to empower youth ages 15-24 who have or have had experiences with foster care placement, juvenile justice, homelessness/housing instability, or trauma related to being a victim of a crime. TAY also offers counseling, skills building, a drop-in resource center, and subsidized supportive housing.

Behavioral & Mental Health Services.
Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Supportive Relationships

What's Here

Ex-Offender Employment Programs
Laundry Facilities
Life Skills Education
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Return to Education Support
Stress Management
General Counseling Services
Employment Related Advocacy Groups
Youth Centers
Congregate Meals/Nutrition Sites
Children's Clothing
Drug Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Employment Preparation
Transitional Housing/Shelter
Housing Advocacy Groups
Vocational/Trade High Schools
Life Care Planning
Continuing Education
Rapid Re-Housing Programs
Independent Living Skills Instruction
Housing Counseling
Homeless Employment Programs
Employment/Retirement Related Support Groups
General Education Advocacy
Runaway/Homeless Youth Counseling
General Addictions/Substance Use Disorder Support Groups
Education Advocacy Groups
Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Public Showers/Baths
Youth Employment Programs

TRANSITION AGE YOUTH | COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT'S FAMILY & CHILDREN'S SERVICES

TRANSITION AGE YOUTH

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

What's Here

Employment Preparation
Transitional Housing/Shelter
Food Donation Programs
Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Life Skills Education
Low Income/Subsidized Rental Housing
General Clothing Donation Programs
Laundry Facilities
Youth Employment Programs
Work Clothing Donation Programs
Workshops/Symposiums
Housing Advocacy Groups
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Food Pantries
Employment Related Advocacy Groups
Independent Living Skills Instruction
Women's Support Groups
Continuing Education
Computer Access Aids
Employment/Retirement Related Support Groups
Social Clubs/Events
Return to Education Support
Ex-Offender Employment Programs
Student Financial Aid

SANTA CRUZ RESIDENTIAL RECOVERY | ENCOMPASS COMMUNITY SERVICES

SANTA CRUZ RESIDENTIAL RECOVERY

Santa Cruz Residential Recovery offers a 30-bed co-ed residential program, serving clients for 30-90 days, based on individual needs. Staffed by a highly skilled and trained team, certified clinicians help clients focusing on issues surrounding recovery from substance use and co-occurring disorders. Program activities include evidence-based trauma informed and cognitive behavior therapies (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), as well as focused individual and group counseling, pro-social life skill building, mindfulness and daily house meetings.

What's Here

Life Skills Education
Transitional Residential Substance Use Disorder Services
Adult Residential Treatment Facilities
Group Counseling
Independent Living Skills Instruction
General Addictions/Substance Use Disorder Support Groups