Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education (CARE)

The CARE program provides support services to assist single parents who are participating in CalWORKs/TANF, and are currently receiving county cash aid either for his/herself or his/her child(ren).

In order to be eligible for CARE, a new CARE student must be eligible for EOPS and be enrolled in 12.0 units. Exceptions can be made for students with disabilities enrolled in less than 12.0 units or new EOPS students who are considered full-time with 9.0 -11.9 units.

CARE has many benefits for students. It provides an opportunity to achieve educational, vocational, and occupational training goals that will contribute to a meaningful career and help to maintain a stable family lifestyle.

CARE Services

CARE students are eligible to receive all EOPS services. Additionally, CARE students may be eligible to receive the following "above and beyond" services:

Supplemental child care study-time grants
Supplemental book/supply vouchers
Specialized parent events and workshops
Winter celebration for parent students and their families
DVC parking permits, budget permitting
Regalement Meals Program (on-campus vouchers for food)
Supply kits

Important Deadlines

Friday, April 4, 2025: Complete mid-semester check-in with EOPS Peer Advisor
Friday, April 4, 2025: Complete progress reports for each class
Friday, May 23, 2025: Complete two counseling appointments

Eligibility and Requirements

- In order to be eligible for CARE, a new CARE student must be eligible for EOPS and be enrolled in 12.0 units. Exceptions can be made for students with disabilities enrolled in less than 12.0 units or new EOPS students who are considered full-time with 9.0 -11.9 units.
- Be a California resident or qualify for AB 540 status (e.g., meet California resident requirements)
- Be enrolled in 12 units or more (special exceptions for students in DSS, Former/Current Foster Youth and Student Parents)
- Qualify for the California Promise Grant (method A or B)
- Be considered "educationally disadvantaged" as determined by EOPS Guidelines (Note: EOPS Staff will screen for this and inform you if you meet this determination.)
- Not have completed more than 70 degree-applicable units in any combination of higher education institutions
Complete the following EOPS semester requirements to remain in good standing with the program:
1. Complete two EOPS counseling appointments. There are multiple ways to schedule:
  - Schedule an appointment yourself through a system called eSARS:
    
    Use to schedule with Alicia Brizzi or Paula Stanfield
    
    Use to schedule with any other EOPS counselors
    
    Please note: Appointments can only be scheduled two weeks in advance. eSARS will not show appointments beyond 2 weeks of the current date.
  - Use the to request an appointment.
    
    Please note: You will receive a response to your request form within 24-48 business hours.
  - Call the EOPS office at 925-969-2117 to schedule an appointment.
2. Complete in each of your classes.
3. Complete one .
4. Complete 67% of your attempted units.
5. Complete the semester with a 2.00 or better GPA.