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Programs & Services

Browse available programs to learn about eligibility and services offered.

Housing & Shelter
Food & Nutrition
Childcare
Healthcare
Mental Health
Employment
Education & Training
Utilities
Financial Assistance
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Housing & Shelter

40 Prado Homeless Services Center

24/7 center with shelter, meals, hygiene, case management, and on‑site health access for individuals and families.

Services Offered:

Case management and primary medical care access
Kennels for pets; coordinated entry connections
Meals, showers, laundry, mail/phone
Overnight shelter (up to ~100 beds) and warming center during inclement weather

Adult Day Center

Day program supporting adults with memory impairment while providing caregiver respite

Services Offered:

Caregiver respite and support
Cognitive and social activities
Exercise and music programming
Snacks and hot lunch
Structured daytime care and supervision
Mental Health

Counseling Services

Provides confidential, trauma‑informed counseling and emotional support to individuals and families, helping them build coping skills, improve mental well‑being, and navigate life’s challenges in a safe, supportive environment

Services Offered:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Family Therapy
Trauma-Informed Therapy

Day Worker Center

The mission of the Day Worker Center is to assist day laborers in Santa Cruz County to secure safe employment, develop job skills, improve wages, and become more fully engaged members of our community. The Center facilitates the employment of day laborers in a safe hiring hall space and through an organized and dignified process.

Services Offered:

Day Work Employment
Housing & Shelter

Home Safety & Accessibility Program

Improves Home Safety Through Accessibility Modifications.

Services Offered:

Bathroom Accessibility Upgrades
Grab Bar & Handrail Installation
Interior & Exterior Lighting Improvements
Ramp Construction & Step-Free Entry Solutions
Food & Nutrition

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

Improves daily living through hands‑on, in‑home support for individuals with functional limitations.

Services Offered:

Meal Preparation & Feeding Support
Meal Preparation & Feeding Support
Medication Reminders (Non‑Medical)
Personal Care Assistance

Liberty Tattoo Removal Program

Free or low‑cost removal of anti‑social or gang‑related tattoos that hinder employment, paired with community service

Services Offered:

Community service placement verification
Laser tattoo removal sessions
Orientation and application support

Medi-Cal Assistance Program

Helps clients apply for, renew, and maintain Medi‑Cal coverage to access essential health benefits.

Services Offered:

Medi‑Cal Application & Enrollment Support
Redetermination & Renewal Assistance
Troubleshooting Denials & Coverage Gaps
Childcare

Positive Opportunities for Parenting Success

Father involvement and co‑parenting program offering tools, groups, and counseling to strengthen father‑child relationships

Services Offered:

Case management and referrals
Fatherhood and co‑parenting groups
Marriage and family therapy access

SLO‑HUB — Homeless Recovery Hub

Integrated treatment and intensive case management for people experiencing homelessness with co‑occurring mental health and substance use disorders

Services Offered:

Housing, recovery supports, employment, and education services
On‑site integrated behavioral health
Outreach at 40 Prado and in the community
Primary and reproductive health linkages

Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF)

Rapid rehousing and homelessness prevention services for very low‑income Veteran households.

Services Offered:

Benefits navigation, employment counseling, legal referrals
Case management and housing search
Landlord‑tenant mediation and housing stability planning [findhelp.org]
Temporary financial assistance
Education & Training

Teen Wellness

School‑based education and youth leadership that promotes mental health, sexual health literacy, movement, and nutrition for teens.

Services Offered:

After‑school fitness and garden‑based nutrition
CHYA‑compliant sexual health education
Mental health education and Youth Mental Health Ambassadors
Parent workshops in English and Spanish [youthwell.org]

Transportation Access Program

Provides transportation solutions to ensure clients can attend medical, social service, and essential community appointments.

Services Offered:

Mobility‑Friendly Ride Support
Non‑Emergency Medical Transportation Coordination
Rides to Essential Appointments

Utility Payment Assistance & Weatherization

One‑time annual utility payment assistance and weatherization support for income‑eligible households

Services Offered:

Disconnection and past‑due support
Help paying electric, gas, or propane bills
Weatherization enrollment help