Rio Hondo College CalWORKs Mission
The mission of the Rio Hondo College CalWORKs Program is to empower low-income parenting students receiving cash-aid from the State of California to transition into the workforce and achieve economic self-sufficiency. We achieve this through student services, resources, and assistance with their cash-aid requirements that allow students to complete their educational goals.
CalWORKs Statewide Mission
To view information about all CalWORKs policy and guidelines, click here!
The California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) program is a time-limited program that provides financial assistance to eligible needy families with (or expecting) children to help pay for housing, food, utilities, clothing, medical care, and other necessary expenses.
Generally, families are eligible to receive cash aid and services when:
- The eligible children are deprived of parental support or care due to:
- Death;
- Incapacity;
- Unemployment/underemployment; or
- Continued absence of one or both parents.
- A needy or non-needy caretaker provides care for foster children.
Here is a list of the various services we can provide. Come to our office to learn more.
Priority Registration
Be one of the first group of students to register for classes.
Academic, Career and Personal Counseling
Educational plans are required and are developed for students on an individual basis. The plans are designed to guide the student through each semester of the training program.
GAIN/TANF/CalWORKs Paperwork
We can assist you in completing all your GN forms and any progress reports needed by your social worker.
Assistance with Purchasing a Laptop
Through your GAIN/DPSS services you are eligible to receive up to $400 to purchase your own laptop.
School Supplies
We always have scantrons, note paper, binders, folders, pencils, and other supplies in our office upon request.
Computer Lab
Use our computer lab to study and to complete your required supervised study time to meet your welfare-to-work hours. Print up to 10 pages a day for free! – This service is limited due to Covid-19 social distance policies
Work-Study Program
We can help you find employment on or off-campus. Work Study income does NOT count against your cash aid.
Employment Assistance
We can assist you in securing a part time job on campus and help you gain skills in resume writing, job search, and interview preparation.
Laptop Loan Program
Borrow a laptop for up to one week to complete required assignments for your classes.
Childcare and Referrals
We can help you find quality child care.
Workshops and Skill-Building
Each semester we provide workshops on topics that matter the most to you.
Advocate for Your Rights
We can help you find legal or personal assistance if you are having issues with your services or other matters.
Provide you with on and off-campus resources
We can help you access resources as needed.
