CARE Program
The CARE Program is for single parent students who want to attend college.
CARE is designed for single parent students who participate in the EOPS program and receive CalWORKs/TANF assistance.
Our goal is to provide support and services to help overcome the extra obstacles that may be holding single parents back from attending college, obtaining a certificate or degree, and acquiring marketable career technical skills.
Eligibility
To qualify for CARE you must:
- Be determined EOPS eligible.
- Be single and head of household.
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have at least one child on your case.
- You or your child currently receive TANF/CalWORKs (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families).
- Be enrolled full-time at Cuyamaca College. (If you cannot enroll Full-time you must come in and speak to a counselor)
To Apply
- Complete the EOPS and CARE applications found on the form page and submit to CARE .
- Complete the CARE Orientation.
CARE Services
As a CARE student, you will receive EOPS services in addition to:
- Priority Registration
- CARE supplies (as funds are available)
- Textbook assistance (as funds are available)
- Lending Library (textbooks, laptops and hotspots)
- Academic, vocational, and career counseling
- Referrals for free tutoring
- EOPS/CalWORKs Satellite Food Pantry
- Graduation Cap and Gown
- A CalWORKs. referral
Limited Availability
Due to state budget concerns, CARE offers limited program admission. Please stop in or call the office to inquire.
CARE Orientation
All NEW and CONTINUING STUDENTS must complete an annual Orientation.
Please Contact EOPS Office for more information.
Related Resources
CalWORKs Recipients: Also see CalWORKs.
CARE Program Contact: Cecelia Blanks (cecelia.blanks@gcccd.edu)