CalWorks is an acronym for California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids. In August, 1997, California redesigned its welfare system, naming the new program CalWorks. CalWorks is the result of the Welfare to Work Act of 1997. This program replaces GAIN and AFDC/TANF. The CalWorks program fosters a work first attitude and requires TANF recipients to be committed to preset participation hours involving school, training, or work.

The objective of the CalWorks program is to serve as an advocate for students meeting the new Welfare to Work requirements. We can provide a variety of support services to help students successfully complete their dream of a college education, which will ultimately lead to the career ladder of self-sufficiency.

		Short/Long Term vocational courses
		Educational and career counseling
		Case Management
		Work Study
		Childcare Financial Assistance
		Job placement & post-employment follow-up