BASIC NEEDS

CalFresh

The CalFresh Program provides monthly food benefits to help low-income students and households buy food for themselves and their families. CalFresh benefits are issued through an Electronic Benefits Transfer Card, which can be used at grocery stores and participating farmers markets. Eligibility is based on income and is open to students and children who are U.S. citizens and eligible non-citizens.

CalWORKs

The CalWORKs program provides monthly cash assistance to low-income families with at least one child in the home to help cover essential needs such as rent, housing, food, clothing, medical payments, and utilities. CalWORKs benefits are issued to support basic household stability and may include additional supportive services like child care assistance and housing support. Eligibility is based on income, age, and citizenship.

California Special Supplemental Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC)

The California Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program supports pregnant individuals, new parents, and young children (birth through age four) in staying healthy and meeting their nutritional needs. WIC provides monthly cash benefits to purchase healthy foods, along with access to nutrition education, breastfeeding/chestfeeding support, and referrals to additional family resources. This program aims to ensure that families have the resources they need for a healthy start. To learn more about eligibility and apply, visit the WIC website or contact a local WIC office.

Hornets Resource Center

The Hornets Resource Center (HRC) provides basic needs services to currently enrolled students, offering holistic support such as access to supplemental food through its food pantry, housing navigation and more.

Chris Lamm and Toni Dubois-Walker Memorial Food Pantry

The Chris Lamm and Toni DuBois-Walker Memorial Food Pantry provides supplemental food support to students experiencing food insecurity. The Food Bank provides students with fresh produce, shelf-stable foods, canned goods, snacks, hygiene products and diapers.

Medi-Cal

Medi-Cal offers free or low-cost health care to low-income individuals and families, ensuring access to essential medical services. Medi-Cal can help cover doctor visits, hospital care, vaccinations, pregnancy-related services, medications, and more. To learn more about eligibility and apply, visit the Medi-Cal website or visit your local Department of Health Care Services.

Covered California

The Covered California program provides affordable health insurance options to individuals and families, ensuring access to essential health care services. Additionally, it offers financial assistance to lower the cost of health insurance, with some plans available for less than $10 per month. This program can help cover expenses for doctor visits, hospital care, medications, preventive services, and more. To learn more about eligibility and apply, visit the Covered California website, call 800-300-1506, or contact a certified enroller or your local Department of Health Care Services.