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EMPLOYMENT & VOCATIONAL SERVICES | HOMELESS GARDEN PROJECT

EMPLOYMENT & VOCATIONAL SERVICES


Provides transitional employment, job training and support services in a community-supported organic garden and related work enterprises. On-the-job training program is up to one year. Each participants works a consistent schedule and must set and work toward goals for shelter, education and/or employment. Offers a lecture series during the growing season and a retail store that sells products from the farm.

What's Here

Organizational Training Services
Outdoor Environmental Education
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Employment Preparation

CASA PACIFIC | ENCOMPASS COMMUNITY SERVICES

CASA PACIFIC

Treatment Focus: Helping individuals maintain sobriety and transition to independent living
Casa Pacific is part of an innovative project centered around work and meaningful daily activities, as the core of the co-occurring disorders treatment approach. Residents attend the Community Connection's Mariposa Center to learn vocational skills and participate in various volunteer jobs, or they participate in the Community Action Board's Alcanse work crew. Other activities include socialization, recreation, accessing community resources, on-site recovery meetings and individualized attention to assist residents in maintaining sobriety, reaching their personal goals, and transitioning into independent community living

What's Here

Alcohol Use Disorder Support Groups
Alcohol Use Disorder Counseling
General Addictions/Substance Use Disorder Support Groups
Job Finding Assistance
Homeless Employment Programs
Employment Preparation
Drug Use Disorder Support Groups
Vocational/Trade High Schools
Drug Use Disorder Counseling

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

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

What's Here

Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Public Libraries
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Assistive Technology Information
Public Internet Access Sites
General Counseling Services
Employment Preparation
Nutrition Education
Family Literacy Programs
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Parent Support Groups
Adult Literacy Programs
Tutoring Services
Youth Development
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Youth Literacy Programs
Career Entrance Examinations
Youth/Student Support Groups
Cultural Heritage Groups
Advocacy
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Outdoor Environmental Education
Early Literacy Development Programs
Women's Support Groups

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

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

What's Here

Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Public Libraries
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Assistive Technology Information
Public Internet Access Sites
General Counseling Services
Employment Preparation
Nutrition Education
Family Literacy Programs
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Parent Support Groups
Adult Literacy Programs
Tutoring Services
Youth Development
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Youth Literacy Programs
Career Entrance Examinations
Youth/Student Support Groups
Cultural Heritage Groups
Advocacy
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Outdoor Environmental Education
Early Literacy Development Programs
Women's Support Groups

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

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

What's Here

Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Public Libraries
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Assistive Technology Information
Public Internet Access Sites
General Counseling Services
Employment Preparation
Nutrition Education
Family Literacy Programs
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Parent Support Groups
Adult Literacy Programs
Tutoring Services
Youth Development
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Youth Literacy Programs
Career Entrance Examinations
Youth/Student Support Groups
Cultural Heritage Groups
Advocacy
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Outdoor Environmental Education
Early Literacy Development Programs
Women's Support Groups

TRIBAL TANF | NORTH FORK RANCHERIA TIBRAL TANF

TRIBAL TANF

CASH ASSISTANCE: Monthly cash aid based on family size and income

SUPPORTIVE SERVICES: Child Care (if eligible), Transportation Assistance, Work Supports (i.e., clothing, tools), Education Assistance (i.e., GED, vocational programs), incentives (i.e., good grades for youth)

PREVENTION PROGRAMS: Native American Culture and Tradition classes (i.e., beading, and basket making), Healthy Relationships classes, Family Formation activities, Literacy classes, Fitness classes, Parenting classes, Youth Empowerment Classes, Job Development

What's Here

Youth Employment Programs
Employment Preparation
Youth Literacy Programs
Co-Parenting Workshops
Life Skills Education
Child Care Providers
Parenting Skills Classes
Undesignated Temporary Financial Assistance
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Adult Basic Education
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation
Vocational/Trade High Schools
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Youth/Student Support Groups

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

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

What's Here

Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Public Libraries
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Assistive Technology Information
Public Internet Access Sites
General Counseling Services
Employment Preparation
Nutrition Education
Family Literacy Programs
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Parent Support Groups
Adult Literacy Programs
Tutoring Services
Youth Development
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Youth Literacy Programs
Career Entrance Examinations
Youth/Student Support Groups
Cultural Heritage Groups
Advocacy
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Outdoor Environmental Education
Early Literacy Development Programs
Women's Support Groups

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

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

What's Here

Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Public Libraries
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Assistive Technology Information
Public Internet Access Sites
General Counseling Services
Employment Preparation
Nutrition Education
Family Literacy Programs
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Parent Support Groups
Adult Literacy Programs
Tutoring Services
Youth Development
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Youth Literacy Programs
Career Entrance Examinations
Youth/Student Support Groups
Cultural Heritage Groups
Advocacy
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Outdoor Environmental Education
Early Literacy Development Programs
Women's Support Groups

SER'S FARMWORKER JOBS PROGRAM | SERNATIONAL NATIONAL FARMWORKER JOBS PROGRAM

SER'S FARMWORKER JOBS PROGRAM

Services Include:
Unemployment Assistance (UI application/access point)
OSHA Training
OJT On-the -job training opportunities
On site Job readiness training/Job placement assistance
Vocational English as a second language (VESL)/GED Preparation


Housing Assistance

What's Here

Employment Physical Examinations
Personal Financial Counseling
Employment Related Fingerprinting
In Home Supportive Services Subsidies
Youth Employment Programs
Employment Preparation
Financial Literacy Training
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Housing Counseling
Transitional Housing/Shelter
Job Finding Assistance

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

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

What's Here

Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Public Libraries
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Assistive Technology Information
Public Internet Access Sites
General Counseling Services
Employment Preparation
Nutrition Education
Family Literacy Programs
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Parent Support Groups
Adult Literacy Programs
Tutoring Services
Youth Development
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Youth Literacy Programs
Career Entrance Examinations
Youth/Student Support Groups
Cultural Heritage Groups
Advocacy
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Outdoor Environmental Education
Early Literacy Development Programs
Women's Support Groups

CAB VICTIM/SURVIVOR OF CRIME SERVICES | COMMUNITY ACTION BOARD OF SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, INC. (CAB, INC.)

CAB VICTIM/SURVIVOR OF CRIME SERVICES

Survivors/victims services: Case Manager, System Navigator, Immigration services, Legal services, Support Groups
Legal Services: immigration services; U-Visas
Financial Services: job search; rental assistance
Education Services: Tutoring & homework support

Serve victims/survivors who are impacted by the following crimes:
Bullying (Verbal, Cyber, or Physical);Child sexual abuse/assault;DUI/DWI Incidents;Mass violence (domestic/international);Survivors of homicide victims;Teen dating victimization.

Serve victims/survivors who are:
Currently under supervision (probation/parole);Experiencing Homelessness;Immigrant/refugees/asylum seekers;LGBTQ+;Undocumented;Victim with limited English proficiency.

What's Here

Child Abuse Support Groups
Crime Victim Support Groups
Domestic Violence Support Groups
Crime Victim/Witness Counseling
Youth Employment Programs
Crime Witness Support
Rent Payment Assistance
General Crime Victim Assistance
Employment Preparation
Job Finding Assistance
Tutoring Services

CAB VICTIM/SURVIVOR OF CRIME SERVICES | COMMUNITY ACTION BOARD OF SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, INC. (CAB, INC.)

CAB VICTIM/SURVIVOR OF CRIME SERVICES

Survivors/victims services: Case Manager, System Navigator, Immigration services, Legal services, Support Groups
Legal Services: immigration services; U-Visas
Financial Services: job search; rental assistance
Education Services: Tutoring & homework support

Serve victims/survivors who are impacted by the following crimes:
Bullying (Verbal, Cyber, or Physical);Child sexual abuse/assault;DUI/DWI Incidents;Mass violence (domestic/international);Survivors of homicide victims;Teen dating victimization.

Serve victims/survivors who are:
Currently under supervision (probation/parole);Experiencing Homelessness;Immigrant/refugees/asylum seekers;LGBTQ+;Undocumented;Victim with limited English proficiency.

What's Here

Child Abuse Support Groups
Crime Victim Support Groups
Domestic Violence Support Groups
Crime Victim/Witness Counseling
Youth Employment Programs
Crime Witness Support
Rent Payment Assistance
General Crime Victim Assistance
Employment Preparation
Job Finding Assistance
Tutoring Services

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

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

STREETS TEAM VOLUNTEER PROGRAM | DOWNTOWN STREETS TEAM

STREETS TEAM VOLUNTEER PROGRAM

Services offer:

  • Clothes and Food Stipends
  • Case Management for vital documentation, public benefits (Calfresh, general assistance, SSI, SSDI), employment (Job Finding) , and housing navigation.
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Donations: Clothing, hygiene supplies, blankets


What's Here

Employment Physical Examinations
Employment Preparation
Social Security Numbers
Job Finding Assistance
Food Pantries
Homeless Employment Programs
Work Clothing
Birth Certificates
Winter Clothing Donation Programs
General Clothing Donation Programs
Work Clothing Donation Programs
Ex-Offender Employment Programs
Identification Application/Replacement Clinics
Social Security Disability Insurance
Food Stamps/SNAP
Social Security Retirement Benefits
Employment Related Fingerprinting
General Clothing Provision
Housing Counseling

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

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

What's Here

Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Public Libraries
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Assistive Technology Information
Public Internet Access Sites
General Counseling Services
Employment Preparation
Nutrition Education
Family Literacy Programs
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Parent Support Groups
Adult Literacy Programs
Tutoring Services
Youth Development
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Youth Literacy Programs
Career Entrance Examinations
Youth/Student Support Groups
Cultural Heritage Groups
Advocacy
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Outdoor Environmental Education
Early Literacy Development Programs
Women's Support Groups

CAREER CENTER | GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF SANTA CRUZ, MONTEREY AND SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTIES

CAREER CENTER

Operates a career center where people can have access to computers, fax, copy machines, online job banks, job posting boards, job search assistance, resume assistance, job fairs, computer and typing testing and certification, referrals and information on local resources. Vocational rehabilitation service is described separately.

What's Here

Public Internet Access Sites
Life Skills Education
Public Access Computers/Tools
Debt Consolidation Services
Return to Education Support
Continuing Education
Education Advocacy Groups
General Education Advocacy
Job Finding Assistance
Vocational/Trade High Schools
Employment Preparation
Debt/Overspending Support Groups

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

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

What's Here

Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Public Libraries
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Assistive Technology Information
Public Internet Access Sites
General Counseling Services
Employment Preparation
Nutrition Education
Family Literacy Programs
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Parent Support Groups
Adult Literacy Programs
Tutoring Services
Youth Development
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Youth Literacy Programs
Career Entrance Examinations
Youth/Student Support Groups
Cultural Heritage Groups
Advocacy
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Outdoor Environmental Education
Early Literacy Development Programs
Women's Support Groups

YOUTH HOMELESS RESPONSE TEAM | COMMUNITY ACTION BOARD OF SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, INC. (CAB, INC.)

YOUTH HOMELESS RESPONSE TEAM

Identify and connect unaccompanied homeless and at-risk youth and young adults (ages 15-24) to the individualized services they need to thrive, including Coordinated Entry, referrals, and individualized plans and case management to achieve housing, education, and/or employment support network goals.

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

What's Here

Runaway/Homeless Youth Counseling
Housing Advocacy Groups
Youth Development
Youth Violence Prevention
Youth Literacy Programs
Housing Counseling
Homeless Employment Programs
Transitional Housing/Shelter
Return to Education Support
Youth Centers
Youth/Student Support Groups
Youth Employment Programs
Life Skills Education
Education Advocacy Groups
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Continuing Education
Employment Preparation

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

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

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

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

What's Here

Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Public Libraries
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Assistive Technology Information
Public Internet Access Sites
General Counseling Services
Employment Preparation
Nutrition Education
Family Literacy Programs
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Parent Support Groups
Adult Literacy Programs
Tutoring Services
Youth Development
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Youth Literacy Programs
Career Entrance Examinations
Youth/Student Support Groups
Cultural Heritage Groups
Advocacy
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Outdoor Environmental Education
Early Literacy Development Programs
Women's Support Groups

DIGITAL NEST | DIGITAL NEST

DIGITAL NEST

Youth Services: ACADEMIC SUPPORT, CAREER EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH & WELLNESS, YOUTH LEADERSHIP

What's Here

Career Entrance Examinations
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Education Advocacy Groups
Youth Centers
Assistive Technology Information
Employment Preparation
Youth/Student Support Groups
Youth Development
Technical/Trade Schools
Job Finding Assistance
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Advocacy
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Employment Related Advocacy Groups
Youth Employment Programs

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

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

WORKFORCE SANTA CRUZ COUNTY JOB SEEKER SERVICES | COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT'S WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD

WORKFORCE SANTA CRUZ COUNTY JOB SEEKER SERVICES

Workforce Santa Cruz County offers specialized programs for young adults (16-24) and adult (18+) job seekers and employees, including members of our community with disabilities, military veterans, and dislocated workers. Our services offer wide range of programs to improve skills, discover career pathways, participate in training, and more:

. CalJOBS: CalJOBS is California's online resource to help job seekers navigate the state's workforce services. You can search and apply for jobs, create rsums, find education and training, download the CalJOBS app, and more.
. Young Adults: Get help to develop skills, search and apply for jobs, network and connect to community resources.
. Dislocated Workers: If you are 18 years or older, access our no-cost services to find a stable job or training for a new career. We can help you figure out what kind of career would be best for you through customized services specific to individuals who have been terminated or laid off, or have received a notice of termination or layoff.
. Veterans: Veterans Career Services are available for unemployed and underemployed veterans and their spouses and include access to training, job search and placement assistance, and other supportive services.
. Training: Workforce Santa Cruz County provides adult (18+) and youth (16-24) job seekers and employees with access to a wide range of programs to improve skills, discover career pathways, participate in training, and so much more. Eligible youth may co-enroll in both youth and adult programs.

Learn more: https://workforcescc.com/job-seekers/

What's Here

Youth Employment Programs
Public Access Computers/Tools
Ex-Offender Employment Programs
Social Skills Training
Return to Education Support
Workshops/Symposiums
Youth Work Permits
Job Finding Assistance
Employment Preparation
Career Entrance Examinations
Homeless Employment Programs
Fairs/Exhibitions
Computer Access Aids
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Veteran Employment Programs

ALCANCE | COMMUNITY ACTION BOARD OF SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, INC. (CAB, INC.)

ALCANCE

These services include work skills development, community engagement, job readiness, placement and retention assistance, youth leadership training, and work skills crews. The Alcance program serves youth with employment services, tutoring, mentorship, and community Engagement. Academic Advising, Behaviorial & Mental Health Services, Career Counseling, Career Exploration, Community Advocacy, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Family Workshops, Financial Literacy, Job/Internship Placement, Socio Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Technical Skills Training, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement

What's Here

Youth/Student Support Groups
Homeless Employment Programs
Return to Education Support
Employment/Retirement Related Support Groups
Employment Preparation
Leadership Development
Occupation Related Support Groups
General Crime Victim Assistance
Youth Employment Programs
Ex-Offender Employment Programs
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Vocational/Trade High Schools
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Job Finding Assistance
Veteran Employment Programs
Youth Development

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

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

What's Here

Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Public Libraries
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Assistive Technology Information
Public Internet Access Sites
General Counseling Services
Employment Preparation
Nutrition Education
Family Literacy Programs
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Parent Support Groups
Adult Literacy Programs
Tutoring Services
Youth Development
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Youth Literacy Programs
Career Entrance Examinations
Youth/Student Support Groups
Cultural Heritage Groups
Advocacy
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Outdoor Environmental Education
Early Literacy Development Programs
Women's Support Groups