Resources for Recent Grads
As a recent grad, you may be searching for housing, job coaching, or resources to help support your transition during this time. The information and links on this page are a great place to start if you’re in need of assistance as you move on to the next stage of your career.
Housing and Food
Security Deposit Assistance program
Housing, Community Support and Resources in Santa Cruz (WINGS)
Calvary Episcopal Church Food Pantry
Pajaro Valley Shelter Services
Career Coaching
SC Volunteer Center Prevention and Early Intervention (Job Assistance, do not have to have mental health symptoms to qualify necessarily)
Resources for Families
Cal Works Cash Aid (students with children)
Walnut Ave Family & Women's Center: Family Support Services , food, housing, clothing, etc
Student Veterans
Employment Development Department
General Services
Consumer Assistance Program (car repairs; has eligibility requirements - SMOG related)
Cal Works Cash Aid (students with children)
Encompass Community Services (housing, financial and behavioral health resources, children education)
Walnut Ave Family & Women's Center: Family Support Services , food, housing, clothing, etc
Free tax prep at United Way/VITA
Life Literacies Events from Santa Cruz Library (free notary services & birth certificate applications, etc)
Ayana Therapy (virtual therapy for culturally and diverse therapists)
