Resource fair with opportunities for students to connect and engage
Upcoming Power Up Fairs:
NOCE Wilshire Center – 315 E. Wilshire Avenue. Fullerton, CA 92832
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
NOCE Cypress Center – 9200 Valley View St. Cypress, CA 90630
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Community Resource Information and Details:
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CalFresh
Is CalFresh right for my family?CalFresh can help your family get access to healthy food. You can use CalFresh benefits at most grocery stores and even farmers markets to buy items such as bread, nuts, rice, and more.
Who is eligible for CalFresh?
CalFresh is open to families who are U.S. citizens and legal residents. It’s also open to people with a qualified immigration status. People 60+ and disabled may have a higher income and still qualify.
What documents will I need to apply?
- Copy of your ID
- Proof of any income
- Proof of immigration status (for non-citizens)
Optional but can increase your benefit amount:
- Proof of child support paid
- If you are 60+ or disabled, proof of medical expenses
For more information, visit the BenefitsCal website to see if you qualify for CalFresh.
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CalWORKs
Is CalWORKs right for my family?
The California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) program provides cash benefits for the care of children in need when one or both parents are absent, disabled, deceased or unemployed.
Who is eligible for CalWORKs?
CalWORKs benefits may be extended to qualifying non-citizens who have a child or children in the home. Non-citizens can include refugees, parolees, victims of trafficking or battered non-citizens. If you are eligible for CalWORKs, you automatically qualify for Medi-Cal and you might qualify for CalFresh (formerly known as Food Stamps) as well.
How to Apply for CalWORKs
You can apply for CalWORKs by phone (800-281-9799), in person at select Social Services Agency office locations, or online at BenefitsCal.com
- If you would like to apply for CalWORKs and you are a minor (under 18 years of age), never married, and either pregnant or have a child, then you must live with your parent(s), and your parent(s) must apply for you unless you meet an exception.
- CalWORKs applicants can apply for CalFresh (formerly known as Food Stamps) and Medi-Cal benefits when they apply for CalWORKs by using the same form.
- CalWORKs applicants will talk with an applicant worker after they have completed and submitted their application forms.
- However, if an emergency situation exists, the applicant should explain the situation and ask for help right away.
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Medi-Cal
Is Medi-Cal right for my family?
Medi-Cal provides free or low-cost health care to people who qualify. It can help pay for doctor visits, hospital care, immunization (vaccines), pregnancy-related services, nursing home care, and other services.
Who is eligible for Medi-Cal?
Medi-Cal provides free or low-cost health coverage for individuals (adults and children) and families who qualify. To qualify for Medi-Cal, you must live in the state of California and meet certain rules, such as having income under the Medi-Cal limit. You may qualify for health insurance even if you are not a U.S. citizen or a U.S. national.
What documents will I need to apply?
- Proof of California residency
- Household income (earned and unearned)
- Tax filing status (for everyone in your household)
- Property/Asset information
- Social Security Number (SSN)
- Citizenship/Immigration Status
For more information, visit the BenefitsCal website to see if you qualify for MediCal.
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Proof of identification is required (Medical and/or EBT cards with valid California ID and/or Passport). Additional $11 One-time activation fee.
Government Assistance Programs at Your Fingertips…
- Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
- Affordable Care Act (ACA)
- Lifeline
- Free Covid Testing (CARES Act)
- Water Conservation (SoCal Water Smart)
Explore our services and discover how we can assist you today.
NOCE Resources:
Academics, Relationships, Independence, Self-advocacy, Emotional-health (ARISE). A lab for educational support and wellness.
At NOCE, you will get resources and strategies to launch your career. Join our career readiness and skills workshops.
Ready to take your job to the next level? Earn a certificate in our tuition-free Career Education Program.
Define your education plan. Get academic counseling. Make an easier transition to college. NOCE Counselors are here to help!
DSS provides support to adult students with disabilities so they can transition to, participate in, and complete their education.
At NOCE, we offer free English as a second language (ESL) classes for adults.
The Grads to Be Program is focused on supporting Undocumented, AB540, and DACA students by providing resources and services geared towards supporting their academic journey and well-being.
The NOCE High School Diploma Program helps adults obtain their High School Diploma or equivalent by providing academic support and convenient classes for students.
The Lifeskills Education Advancement Program offers classes for personal enrichment. Want to learn a new business skill, get fit, or tap into your creative side? LEAP has the class for you!
The Rising Scholars Program at North Orange Continuing Education (NOCE) is to support our formerly incarcerated and justice-impacted students through education.
The Student Leadership Program was created to develop leaders to be involved in their school. NOCE values student input to provide insight into serving their educational needs.