Service Name: CALIFORNIA WORK OPPORTUNITY AND RESPONSIBILITY TO KIDS (CALWORK'S)

Organization Name: KERN COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES

• Description: Covid-19 update (10/22/20): offices are closed to the general public. Most services available by phone or online. In-person services are for persons experiencing homelessness only (Mon-Fri: 7:30am-1pm).
  
  Provides temporary cash assistance for low-income families with children. Cash assistance is available on a monthly basis. Helps pay for housing, food, utilities, and other necessary expenses. Cash amount is determined on family size and income. Participants take part in employment and training services. Recipients may be eligible for Medi-Cal and CalFresh (SNAP/Food Stamps) benefits.
• Website: https://www.kcdhs.org/
• Phone(s): (661) 631-6000
• Hours: Mon 8am - 5pm; Tue 8am - 5pm; Wed 8am - 5pm; Thu 8am - 5pm; Fri 8am - 5pm;
• Eligibility: - Must be Kern County resident
  - Must be low-income and meet asset and income eligibility
  - Must have dependent children (age 18 and under)
  - Pregnant women in their second trimester
  
  Value of assets (not including home) must not exceed $2,500, or $3,500 if a person in the home is over 60 or is disabled. Assets include cash on hand, checking/savings account(s), and vehicle(s)
• Requirements: - Photo ID - Proof of income - Proof of residence - Proof of US citizenship - Proof of property/assets - Housing and utility costs - Proof of child support if applicable - Immunization records for children (age 6 and under) - Participants must have their fingerprints and picture taken
• Areas Served:
  • Kern United States
• Categories:
  • TANF