Parents can be college students too! California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) is a federally mandated program designed to assist parents receiving Temporary Aid to Needy Families (TANF) to meet their educational goals. The program provides significant financial, academic, and basic needs support.

Services Offered

• Academic, Career, and Personal Counseling
• Priority Registration
• Paid Work-Study Jobs On-Campus
• School Supplies
• Help with Transportation Costs
• Financial Aid Support
• Educational Planning
• Community and Campus Resource Referrals
• Employment Skills Workshops
• Support for Childcare Expenses for Class and Study Time (limited)

Who is Eligible?

• Any student currently receiving the adult portion of cash aid (CalWORKs/TANF)
• Students in good academic standing
• Any student who has or is developing a Welfare-to-Work Plan with the Department of Human Services

How to Apply

Step 1: Contact LTCC CalWORKs program assistant Julie-Ann Cavanaugh by email at gilland@ltcc.edu, or through our online portal for virtual support, Cranium Cafe. She will explain the application process for our CalWORKs program as well as other LTCC student support programs you may be interested in. Fill out the online Program Application for consideration.

Step 2: Schedule a virtual or phone counseling appointment or CalWORKs intake meeting with a LTCC Counselor via Cranium Cafe.

Step 3: Provide verification of your current CalWORKs/TANF eligibility from the county. This is typically a Passport to Services or referral letter from the Department of Human Services.

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Lake Tahoe Community College
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South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
enrollment@ltcc.edu
(530) 541-4660 x211