Body Work Experience is a form of subsidized employment in which a participant gains or enhances job skills. There is no expectation that the work site or employer will hire the participant at the end of the training period. Experience Provides the Resources for Tomorrow (EXPRT) helps provide basic job skills...

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Body You can apply for Refugee Cash Assistance by phone (800-281-9799 / TTY 714-834-8500 ), in person at select Social Services Agency office locations, or online at BenefitsCal.com . Verifications Required Refugee Cash Assistance applicants must provide documentation issued by USCIS that verified their refugee, asylee, or trafficking victim status.

Body Employment There are several employment-related services available to youth in the Orange County communities. Education Local school districts can provide education and training referrals for youth under 18 years of age. The Community College Districts can also provide combination high school and college credits simultaneously. The above resources are available...

Body Families & Communities Together (FaCT) Families and Communities Together (FaCT) Launched in 1994, Families and Communities Together (FaCT) is a network of Family Resource Centers (FRCs), which provides essential family support services, education and resources to children and families. FaCT is administered by the County of Orange Social Services Agency...

Body Foster youth and emancipated foster youth may receive Medi-Cal benefits until their 21st birthday. Medi-Cal can provide medical, dental, and behavioral health services insurance to eligible youth. The telephone number for emancipated youth to receive Medi-Cal benefits is 714-704-8842 .

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Body Providing love, support, and assistance to children in transition can be a rewarding experience. Volunteers in the programs listed below contribute their talents and energy toward creating comfort, joy, and a sense of stability for children who may be facing transitions or temporary placements. Learn more about becoming a volunteer...

Body Orangewood Children and Family Center (OCFC) is a 24-hour emergency shelter operated by the County of Orange Social Services Agency. It provides temporary care for children who have experienced abuse, neglect, or abandonment. Licensed by the California Department of Social Services (Facility #306090006), OCFC serves as a safe and supportive...