California Community Resource Guide
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CalJOBS
Allows job seekers at all levels — from entry-level to experienced professionals — to search for jobs, access training workshops, and post resumes to connect with prospective employers. Additional services offered through CalJOBS include customized job searches, job opening alerts, and access to labor market information.
Phone: (800) 758-0398
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Listos California Resource Hub
Free materials in many languages to promote disaster preparedness in home and community.
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CalSavers
California’s retirement savings program designed to ensure all Californians have access to a retirement savings account.
Phone: (855) 650-6918
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Caltrans Parolee Work Crew Program
Provides transitional employment through litter abatement services for the Department of Transportation.
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CalVet Home Loans
Offers a home loan benefit for veterans who want to purchase a home and live in California. The package includes low fees, competitive interest rates, little to no down payment, flexible guidelines, a comprehensive home protection plan, and other benefits designed to support California veterans in the homeownership process. Most honorably discharged veterans and active-duty service members are eligible.
Phone: (866) 653-2510
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Career Online High School (COHS) Diploma Program
COHS is a free online diploma program available through public libraries. The program, which combines an accredited high school diploma with a career certificate, is open to California adults 19 years of age or older.
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Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants
Provides monthly cash benefits to non-citizens with a disability, including but not limited to aged and blind individuals, who are ineligible for Supplemental Security Income/State Supplementary Payment (SSI/SSP) solely due to their immigration status. The recipients may be eligible for Medi-Cal, CalFresh and In-Home Supportive Services, but they must file for each benefit separately.
Phone: (866) 312-3100
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Cash for College Workshop
October 1, 2025, through February 2026, students and families can attend free Cash for College workshops across California for help completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act (CADAA) and Chafee Grant for Foster Youth applications. Find workshop at this link.
Phone: (888) 224-7268
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Child Care
Resources for parents on the different types of childcare and an online searchable database of licensed facilities. CA Department of Social Services website also includes Parent’s Guide to Choosing Child Care and other resources.
Phone: (916) 651-6040
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Choosing a Residential Care Facility for Adults in California
Provides an overview of licensed residential facility services for adults in California and best practice considerations to assist individuals and families in making an informed decision about out-of-home care.
