California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids

CalWORKs

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CalWORKs (California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids) is a state funded program (cash aid) that provides support to low-income individuals with dependent children who are receiving county assistance. CalWORKs is lifting families out of poverty through education. To get started, contact our CalWORKs Program Coordinator.

CalWORKs Work Study Program at Cabrillo

Santa Cruz County Human Services Department CalWORKs information.

Student Services at Cabrillo

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  • Students with dependent children currently receiving CalWORKs cash aid from their county of residence. See BenefitsCal to see if you are eligible and to apply.

  • Assistance completing college and financial aid applications

  • One-on-one orientations

  • Specialized academic counseling

  • Priority registration for classes

  • Vouchers for registration (paid for by CalWORKs funds for qualified participants)

  • Advanced Standard Payment for books, supplies and materials (paid for by CalWORKs funds for qualified participants)

  • Liaison with CalWORKs Employment Training Specialist (ETS)/case manager

  • Computer access and dedicated study area

  • On-campus, free printing

  • Referrals to on campus and community services

  • CalWORKs Job Development & Work Study

CalWORKs Cabrillo Staff
Ana Celia Ruiz
CalWORKS Program Coordinator
(831) 477-5222
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Judy Russell
Work Based Learning Coordinator
(831) 477-5223
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Kate Sandusky
Office Specialist, CalWORKs & Rising Scholars
(831) 477-5626
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Eli Chance
Director, CalWORKs & Rising Scholars
(831) 477-3503
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