Our Community Comes Together
RESPONDING TO CRISIS: Donate now to either our COVID-19 Response Fund or Fire Response Fund.
COVID-19 Resources
COVID-19 UPDATES & TESTING
FOOD
- Call the Second Harvest Community Food Hotline 831-662-0991
- Sign up for CalFresh by calling the Community Food Hotline 831.622.0991 or contacting a Family Resource Center.
- Santa Cruz County Schools Free Meals.
- Monthly Bilingual Food Distribution Calendars and Essential Resources:
December 2020 Bilingual Family Resource Calendar Santa Cruz County
November 2020 Bilingual Family Resource Calendar Santa Cruz County
Reduce Spread of Covid-19
- Share this blog post about how to keep safe from COVID this season.
- Follow and share this simple Reduce the Risk of COVID-19 graphic on social media:
Information about Financial and Rental Assistance
- City of Watsonville Emergency Rental Assistance Program. Bilingual application here. Qualified applicants:
- low or moderate income resident of Watsonville.
- Rental housing unit must be located in Watsonville city limits.
- Experience a loss or reduction of income due to COVID-19
- County's CARES Rental Assistance Program. Supporting unpaid or partially paid rent or utility payments back to April. Apply here in English/ here in Spanish through November 16. Qualified Applicants:
- lower-income tentants in unincorporated Santa Cruz County.
- Income losses must be due to COVID-19 impacts.
- Landlords will need to provide a W-9 and lease documentation.
Local Resource Centers:
- Catholic Charities Diocese of Monterey Bay 831-722-2675
- Community Action Board 831-763-2147 ext 210
- Davenport Resource Center 831-425-8115
- Community Bridges 24hr Text Line 831-854-7093
- Live Oak Community Resources 831-476-7284
- Nueva Vista Community Resources 831-423-5747
- La Manzana Community Resources 831-724-2997
- Mountain Community Resources 831-335-6600
- UndocuFund Monterey Bay, Santa Cruz Community Ventures 831-230-052
- Valley Churches United 831-336-8258
Other Resources:
- Central Coast Energy Services: Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP). Low income households can get financial help to pay for your PG&E bills. Call 1-888-728-3637 to learn more.
- Financial Help for Individuals in California. Information and resources for California residents affected by COVID-19.
- A List of Relief Funds for Undocumented Workers in California a list of funds and how to apply by the Legal Aid At Work
- Support and Resources for Undocumented Communities A list of resources to help undocumented immigrants navigate the crisis by Immigrants Rising.
Housing Assistance
- Smart Path Housing 831-454-4122
- Housing Matters Santa Cruz County 831-458-6020
- Santa Cruz City Housing Resources 831-420-5150
- Housing Authority of Santa Cruz County 831-454-9455
Eviction Information from Local Partners About the New State Law AB 3088
Healthcare Assistance
- East Cliff Family Health Center 831-427-3500
- Santa Cruz Women's Health Center 831-427-3500
- Salud Para La Gente 831-728-0222
- Dientes Community Dental Watsonville: 831-621-2560 Santa Cruz: 831-464-5411
Crisis Support
- Walnut Avenue Family and Women's Center 24hr Domestic Violence Hotline 1-866-269-2559
- Monarch Services 24hr Domestic Violence and Rape Hotline 1-888-900-4232
- Trevor Project LGBTQ Youth Crisis Support 866-488-7386
- Suicide Prevention 1-877-663-5433
- ACCESS-Mental Health 24hr Mental Health Crisis Support 800-952-2335
- Encompass Community Services Youth and Family Services 831-429-8350
Meal Delivery for Older Adults
- Meals on Wheels 831-464-3180 ext 100
- Teen Kitchen Project 831-316-4540
- Grey Bears 831-479-1055
- Great Plates 831-454-4406
Unemployment Assistance
The California Department of Employment Development provides financial assistance to workers who have lost employment, experienced illness, or are caring for a sick family member.
- There are multiple ways to file an Unemployment and Insurance Claim:
- Online here
- By phone: Representatives are available at the following toll-free numbers, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to noon Pacific time except on state holidays.
English 1-800-300-5616, Spanish 1-800-326-8937 - By Mail or by Fax: File your UI claim by accessing the paper Unemployment Insurance Application (under Fill-in Forms). For faster and secure processing, fax the completed application to the number listed on the form. If you mail your application, use the address on the form and allow additional time for processing.
- How to Apply for UI Benefits Videos English | Spanish
- California Labor & Workforce Development Agency Guidance for employers and workers on paid sick leave, unemployment insurance, and workplace health and safety guidance.
- Undocumented Workers Employment Right by Legal Aid At Work.
Legal Assistance
- California Rural Legal Assistance (CRLA)
(831) 724-2253 21 Carr Street, Watsonville - Santa Cruz County Superior Court (Self-Help Center)
(831) 786-7200 (Option 4) 1 2nd St, Watsonville - Senior Legal Services of Santa Cruz County
(Age 60 and over) help@seniorlegal.org
(831) 426-8824 501 Soquel Avenue, Suite F, Santa Cruz - Watsonville Law Center
(831) 722-2845 315 Main Street, Suite 207, Watsonville
Mutual Aid
- Santa Cruz Free Guide Shelters, meals, showers, restrooms and support for people experiencing homelessness.
- Santa Cruz County Mutual Aid and Community Fridges
