Body Attention: The California Department of Health Care Services has begun sending text messages about 2027 Work and Community Engagement Requirements for Medi-Cal. This is a legitimate message. Starting January 2027, certain Medi-Cal recipients will be asked to prove they are working or volunteering during their renewal periods. SSA staff will...

Body The Family Urgent Response System (FURS) is a collaboration of the County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA), Health Care Agency (HCA) and Probation Department. Through FURS, a statewide toll-free hotline is available for current and former foster youth (up to age 21) and their caregivers, where they can call...

Body On September 27, 2022, the OC Board of Supervisors authorized dissolution of the Orange County Children’s Partnership. This change was made to reduce duplication of services already provided by other programs and committees within Orange County. The Orange County Children's Partnership (OCCP) was a 22-member advisory body made up of...

Body SSA Supports Orange County Residents as they strive to enjoy a safe and supportive environment that promotes stability and self-reliance. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) CalWORKs provides cash-aid and services to eligible families to help pay for housing, food and other necessary expenses. CalWORKs recipients receive Medi-Cal...

Body 2025-26 City Reports (2025) Orange County Report (2025) CWS Outcomes At-A-Glance (July 2026) Public Data Resource (May 2026) To request an archived report, please submit your request to: CWSReports@ssa.ocgov.com Links in this section relate to Body

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Body CalFresh (formerly known as Food Stamps) General Information Attention: Changes to the State Utility Assistance Subsidy (SUAS) Annual Payments The State Utility Assistance Subsidy (SUAS) is an energy assistance payment — currently set at $20.01 annually — is provided to certain CalFresh households to enable them to qualify for the... Links in this section relate to Body

Body You can apply for CalFresh online, by phone, mail, fax or in person. Note: Complete as much of the application as you can. Your name, address and signature are necessary to begin the application process. Online Apply for CalFresh benefits online at BenefitsCal.com. To learn more about BenefitsCal, including new... Links in this section relate to Body

Body Employment Services are provided to current CalWORKs Welfare-To-Work employed participants to obtain or retain employment or to advance to new employment that may provide greater income or benefits. It provides continued case management and support services such as emergency child care, transportation, food and shelter assistance, financial counseling, and referrals...

Body Orangewood Children and Family Center (OCFC) is a 24-hour emergency shelter operated by the County of Orange Social Services Agency. It provides temporary care for children who have experienced abuse, neglect, or abandonment. Licensed by the California Department of Social Services (Facility #306090006), OCFC serves as a safe and supportive...