Service Name: CALWORKS DIVERSION PROGRAM - NCDSS

Organization Name: NEVADA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

• Description: Creates an alternative for people who are eligible for the regular CalWORKs cash assistance program but are not currently participating in the program. Offers a lump-sum payment which would address employment related or temporary problems such as transportation, personal needs, housing and utility costs, or child care expenses.This is one of many possible First 5 Nevada County Ready to Grow (R2G) program resources. Ready to Grow resources are those that support the well-being of children ages 0-5.
• Website: https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/888/CalWORKs---Cash-Assistance-for-Families
• Email: dss@nevadacountyca.gov
• Phone(s): (530) 582-7729, (530) 265-1340
• Hours: Mon 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Tue 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Wed 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Thu 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM;
• Eligibility: There must be children in the home or a person who is pregnant; with at least one parent who is absent, disabled or deceased; or both parents are in the home and the principal wage earner is not working or working less than 100 hours a month.There are also limits to the amount of money you can have coming to you and be eligible for CalWorks. For more information, call or visit website.
• Requirements: Proof of: Income, Residency, Identification, Resources Additional items may be required at interview
• Areas Served:
• Categories:
  • Undesignated Temporary Financial Assistance