Homeless and Foster Youth
Every student deserves every opportunity to succeed.
The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act ensures educational rights and protections for children and youth experiencing homelessness.
Contact Information
We are here to support every family.
Please reach out to Samantha Woodbeck if you have any questions or concerns.
Samantha Woodbeck, M. Ed.
Mobile Youth Coordinator & HST
c: 916-717-1818
e: samantha.woodbeck@cottonwoodk12.org
a: 3921 Sandstone Drive, Suite 100, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Resources for Families
Please see the resources listed below by county for food, housing, medical, and other services in your community.
El Dorado County Resources
El Dorado County Office of Education
Housing Resources
- H.E.L.P. Housing Emergency Lodging Program (1 night in a motel; available once every 18 months) 306-2352
- CalWORKS
- -Cash Aid recipients can use the Temporary Homeless Assistance- 16 consecutive days in a motel, $65 a night for a family of 4 or less with $15 additional dollars per family member of a family of 5 or more, once a year (a year from the previous time they used the Temporary Homeless Assistance). Guide a family back to their Cash Aid worker to access this assistance.
- Affordable Housing Apartments
- EDOK Continuum of Care
- Mother Teresa Maternity
- New Morning Youth Shelter
- Only Kindness, Inc.
- The Center for Violence-Free Relationships- Safe House
- Volunteers of America Veteran Services
Food Resources
Clothing Resources
Child Care Resources
- Catalyst Communities (formerly Choices for Children)
- Charter Extended Day
- Community Happenings for Children
Medical Resources
- El Dorado County Public Health
- El Dorado Community Health Centers
- Shingle Springs Health and Wellness Center
Dental Resources
- El Dorado County Community Health Centers – Dental
- Shingle Springs Health and Wellness Center – Dental
0-5 Programs
Alcohol and Drug Counseling
Mental Health
- NAMI – National Alliance on Mental Illness El Dorado County
- New Morning Victim Services Program
- Grief Support Groups
- Green Valley Church Classes
- Health and Human Resources
Immunizations
Education Resources
Transportation Resources
Miscellaneous Resources
- Affidavit for Free Certified Copy of Birth Certificate in California
- Health and Human Services Agency
- HEAP Home Energy Assistance Program
- Shingle Springs Tribal TANF Program
- Family Service Guide for El Dorado County (English)
- Family Service Guide for El Dorado County (Spanish)
Youth Groups
Agencies
Placer County Resources
Placer County Office of Education
Housing Resources
- H.E.L.P. Housing Emergency Lodging Program (1 night in a motel; available once every 18 months) once every 18 months) 306-2352
- CalWORKS
- -Cash Aid recipients can use the Temporary Homeless Assistance- 16 consecutive days in a motel, $65 a night for a family of 4 or less with $15 additional dollars per family member of a family of 5 or more, once a year (a year from the previous time they used the Temporary Homeless Assistance). Guide a family back to their Cash Aid worker to access this assistance.
- Placer County Housing Resources
- Placer County Resources
- The Gathering Inn
- Tahoe Coalition
- Placer County Emergency Voucher Program
- Shelters in or near Auburn
Food Resources
- Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
- CalFresh
- Placer County Food and Nutrition Services
- Placer Food Bank
Clothing Resources
Child Care Resources
Medical Resources
Dental Resources
0-5 Programs
Alcohol and Drug Counseling
Mental Health
- Placer County Mental Health Services
- Adult System of Care
- Mental Health Walk-In Screening Clinic
- Placer Counseling Center
Immunizations
Education Resources
Transportation Resources
Miscellaneous Resources
- Affidavit for Free Certified Copy of Birth Certificate in California
- Guardianship Information
- Vital Statistics
- 211 Placer County
Youth Groups
Agencies
Sacramento County Resources
Sacramento County Office of Education
Housing Resources
- H.E.L.P. Housing Emergency Lodging Program (1 night in a motel; available once every 18 months) 306-2352
- CalWORKS
- -Cash Aid recipients can use the Temporary Homeless Assistance- 16 consecutive days in a motel, $65 a night for a family of 4 or less with $15 additional dollars per family member of a family of 5 or more, once a year (a year from the previous time they used the Temporary Homeless Assistance). Guide a family back to their Cash Aid worker to access this assistance.
- Sacramento Self-Help Housing
- https://www.cottagehousing.org
- http://www.my-sisters-house.org/
- https://www.nextmovesacramento.org/
- https://saintjohnsprogram.org/
Food Resources
- Sacramento WIC
- CalFresh
- Community Resource Project
- Sacramento Food Bank
- The Emergency Food Assistance Program
Clothing Resources
Child Care Resources
Medical Resources
- Children’s Health
- Sacramento, CA FREE CLINICS
- Clara’s House – no-cost clinic for people without health insurance
Dental Resources
0-5 Programs
Alcohol and Drug Counseling
- Substance Use Prevention & Treatment Service Descriptions
- Omni Youth Program
- Sac County Coalition for Youth
Mental Health
- Sac County Mental Health
- The Source
- County Crisis Line:
916-SUPPORT (916-874- 6057)
Immunizations
Education Resources
Transportation Resources
Miscellaneous Resources
Youth Groups
Agencies
Alpine County Resources
Alpine County Office of Education
Housing Resources
- CalWorks
- Alpine County Health and Human Services – 530-694-2235
Nichole Williamson – Director
Sharon King – Administrative Assistant
Food Resources
- Alpine County Food
- Women, Infant, Children
- CalFresh
- Carson Valley Community Food Closet – 775-782-3711
Linda Larson
Clothing Resources
Child Care Resources
Medical Resources
- Washoe Tribal Health Clinic
- Alpine County Health and Wellness Coalition – 530-694-1345
Erica Forzley
Dental Resources
0-5 Programs
530-694-1673
Natalie Ritter – Director
Alcohol and Drug Counseling
Mental Health
- Washoe Tribal Behavioral Health/Healing Center – 775-265-8622 Ext. 30204 -Danielle Lukins, MFT – Manager
Richard Kuhns – Interim Director
Immunizations
Education Resources
- Washoe Tribe – Hung-A-Lel-Ti Education Center – 530-694-2964
Amber Bill – Center Director
Maxine Emm – Tutor Coordinator
Transportation Resources
Miscellaneous Resources
- Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California – 775-265-8600
- https://washoetribe.us/
- Washoe Tribal Social Services – 775-265-8691
- Stacy Stahl – Director
- Tamarah (Tami) Utzig – Administrative Assistant
- https://washoetribe.us/departmentlandingpage/1173-Page-social-services
- Alpine Kids – A Ministry of the Carson Valley United Methodist Church – 775-781-1416
- Edie Veatch – Director
- https://carsonvalleyumc.com/alpine-kids-ministry
- Live Violence Free – 530-694-1853
- https://liveviolencefree.org/
- Affidavit for Free Certified Copy of Birth Certificate in California
- Guardianship Information
Youth Groups
Agencies
- Alpine County Behavioral Health Services – 530-694-1816
Amador County Resources
Amador County Office of Education
Housing Resources
- Amador County Dept. of Health & Human Services
- Amador Housing/Shelters
- New Morning Youth and Family Services
- Central Sierra Continuum of Care
Food Resources
Clothing Resources
Child Care Resources
Medical Resources
Dental Resources
0-5 Programs
Alcohol and Drug Counseling
- Amador Drug and Alcohol
- Tobacco Reduction Amador County
- Substance Solutions for Amador Youth Coalition
Mental Health
- Amador Mental Health
- 24 Hour Crisis Line 888-310-6555
- Amador County Public Schools Counseling and Student Support
Immunizations
Education Resources
Transportation Resources
Miscellaneous Resources
Youth Groups
Agencies
Statewide Resources
Mental Health
- CalHOPE (includes Soluna and BrightLife Kids)
- Cal Voices (formerly Mental Health America of Northern California/NorCal MHA)
- Care Solace